Royals Charities has announced that Diamond of Dreams will take place on the field at Kauffman Stadium on Thursday, June 22. This year's fundraiser, set to begin at 7 p.m., will benefit local military organizations.
"Diamond of Dreams has become Royals Charities' marque event, bringing together our generous partners, players and guests to experience Kauffman Stadium in a unique way" said Ben Aken, Vice President of Community Relations. "We are thrilled to join 99.7 The Point to welcome LeAnn Rimes to Kansas City, who will help Royals Charities make a difference for military families for years to come."
Diamond of Dreams will feature appearances from current and former players, as well as live entertainment from internationally acclaimed singer LeAnn Rimes. Brady Goodman and Taylor McKay, morning show hosts on 99.7 The Point, will serve as emcees.
The event will include a fabulous food and drink menu from Kansas City favorites Bristol Seafood Grill, Cupcake A La Mode, Fiorella's Jack Stack Barbeque, Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar, JJ's Restaurant, Kansas City Steak Company, La Bodega, Lidia's and McCormick & Schmick's.
Along with great food, Diamond of Dreams will also feature the Teva Silent Auction. The evening's grand finale will be a spectacular fireworks show.
Prior to the on-field event, Royals Charities will host a private VIP Party for event sponsors that features an exclusive Tiffany & Co. Event beginning at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are available for the on-field event for $200 and may be purchased online at www.royals.com/diamondofdreams.
Proceeds of the event will benefit Royals Charities, the USO of Missouri and Fort Riley, Folds of Honor and the Kansas City VA Medical Center.
A wide range of sponsorship opportunities and corporate packages are also available and can include a private meet-and-greet with a Royals celebrity, a reserved hospitality tent with prominent company signage, event tickets and recognition throughout the festivities. For more on sponsorship opportunities or to purchase a corporate package, please call (816) 504-4149 or email [email protected].
Key event sponsors for Diamond of Dreams include Aramark, LMC Truck Parts & Accessories, Price Chopper, Teva, DSS, Inc., Garmin, HB Trucking LLC, Kansas City Steak Company, Lockton, Sanders Management, Sprint, Sun Life Financial, The University of Kansas Health System and Tiffany & Co.