FORT WAYNE – Big Brothers Big Sisters announced its guest speaker for the 52nd Annual Gourmet Dinner as NFL Hall of Famer Jerome “The Bus” Bettis.  
On May 13, the 52nd Annual Gourmet Dinner will be held at the Grand Wayne Convention Center, 120 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne.
Bettis, best known for his 13 seasons and 2006 Super Bowl win with the Pittsburgh Steelers, will share his insights and lessons he has learned during his lifetime, both on and off the field, according to a news release from BBBS.
The evening includes a reception, multi-course meal, keynote speaker and grand prize giveaway – all to raise funds and awareness for the BBBS mission. A VIP reception will be held at 5:30 p.m. that will include exclusive food, an open bar, party favors and a photo with Bettis. The standard reception is at 6 p.m., and dinner will be served at 6:45 p.m.
Tickets & Table Options:
• Individual Tickets:
- $400 first-time attendees|$500 returning attendees
• Group Tickets:
- Corporate Table (five guests), $2,500|Enterprise Table (eight guests), $3,500
- VIP Silver Table (eight guests plus VIP reception), $5,000
This dinner will benefit the agency and its mission to help local children reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one mentor relationships.
For tickets, VIP reception, sponsorships or other inquiries, contact Randi Bebout at 260-203-3330 or at [email protected].
Visit the events page at https://www.bbbsnei.org/events/gourmet-dinner/ to learn more about the charity event.