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Lamarr Woodley to headline 2019 Legacy Ball

Apr 01, 2019

Local Football Legend and Philanthropist at Legacy Ball 

Lamar Woodley

Frankenmuth Community Foundation Welcomes LaMarr Woodley for May 4 Fundraising Gala


LaMarr Woodley, local football standout and philanthropist will be the keynote speaker at the 9th Annual Frankenmuth Community Foundation Legacy Ball. The fundraising gala is Saturday, May 4, at Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth.



“The Legacy Ball is the highlight of the year for our Foundation and we’re very excited to welcome LaMarr to Frankenmuth as our guest of honor,” said Executive Director Jonathan T. Webb. “LaMarr brings something a little different to the table; he’s a local athletic hero, but more importantly, he has used his personal success to positively impact others who are less fortunate. He believes in empowering youth and adults alike in his community to unlock their own full potential. I have a good feeling he’ll be very well received with our crowd.”


Woodley is well-known for his football career at Saginaw High and the University of Michigan where he was the team’s defensive captain and a 2nd round NFL draft pick (in 2007) of the Pittsburgh Steelers. In addition to his philanthropic efforts in Pittsburgh while an All-Pro player, this Saginaw native has donated countless hours, sporting goods and uniforms to Saginaw schools in order to ensure that every child has a chance to achieve success. Woodley recently opened the doors to the LaMarr Woodley Academy, a K-6 school in Saginaw, in the fall of 2018. The Academy is a tuition-free, theme-based public school, focusing on identifying and nurturing the leadership potential of its students.


“Woodley is the perfect fit for this year’s Legacy Ball. His passion for helping others through community work is complementary to Frankenmuth and its residents. Woodley is sure to leave a lasting impression on our guests,” said Committee Chair Kristi Krafft-Bellsky.


“Past Legacy Ball speakers have included HGTV/DIY’s ‘Rehab Addict’ star Nicole Curtis, Vassar native and true American hero SSG Travis Mills, Michigan State University football coach Mark Dantonio, MSU basketball coach Tom Izzo, and Tigers baseball legend Willie Horton.


T Legacy Ball tickets are $100 per person and will go on sale February 14th at the Frankenmuth offices of Frankenmuth Credit Union and TriStar Trust Bank. Seating is limited.


S Since the Frankenmuth Community Foundation’s inception in 1976, more than $5 million has been distributed to groups and programs working to enhance the quality of life in Frankenmuth. These good works are made possible thanks to the generous donations, gifts and bequests from individuals and businesses across Frankenmuth.
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By Jonathan Webb • 23 Feb, 2023
The Frankenmuth Community Foundation is excited to announce their partner organization for the 2023 Legacy Ball Dachshund Derby is the Frankenmuth Lions Club. Each year, the Foundation accepts applications from local organizations engaging in a major project who are seeking help in raising funds. Last year, the Foundation raised over $58,000 for the Frankenmuth Historical Association’s renovation and expansion project. The previous year, the Foundation raised money to help bring the Frankenmuth Ice Rink to town. This year, the Foundation will work with the 74 member Lions Club to create an outdoor “Biergarten.” This unique, German themed social gathering place will be a great area for residents and visitors to enjoy the beauty of Heritage Park and the Cass River in sun or shade, while socializing with friends, old and new. The beautifully designed feature will be located on the east side of the Lions Haus. “We are excited to work with the Frankenmuth Lions Club on this unique project,” stated Anne Webb, 2023 Legacy Ball Chairperson. “The Biergarten will be a great social gathering place, adding an authentic German feature to Heritage Park. Anytime the Lions Haus is not rented, the Biergarten will be accessible year-round for residents to use as a picnic spot or just to relax when visiting the park.” Tentative construction plans are for the patio to be installed in the summer of 2023, ready to use by Auto Fest. The trellis and final details will come in the spring of 2024. For information or to rent the Lions Haus for your next gathering, please contact FrankenmuthLions@gmail.com.  Legacy Ball Dachshund Derby committee members who will be working with the Frankenmuth Lions Club on this year’s event include Chairperson Anne Webb, FCF Board member Bethany Burnett, Legacy Ball founder Victoria DeGrace, with Wayne Cormier, Dave Bellsky, Kristi KrafftBellsky, Trisha Way, John Daugharty, Danielle Daugharty, Melissa Rau and FCF staff members Jonathan Webb and Ashley Hopp. The 2023 event will be held at Bavarian Inn Restaurant on April 29th. Sponsorship packets have been mailed to local businesses.
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