LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- It's that time of the year again. The National Parkinson's Institute is getting ready to host its annual Red Tulip Gala.
Saturday night, more than 300 people will be at the Muhammad Ali Center for the institute's largest fundraiser of the year.
NPI President and CEO Eric Richardson said the event will raise crucial funds. The attendees help the nonprofit keep exercise classes, support groups and educational seminars cost-free year-round.
The ticketed event includes full access to the museum, a three-course meal, and the opportunity to speak with some of the individuals and families facing Parkinson's disease.
"We are very excited to finally be here at the Ali Center. Of course, you know, Ali was a big champion of Parkinson's, so it had been a goal of ours to make sure we brought a gala down here to the Ali Center," Richardson said.
The night will also include a live auction, a silent auction and a car raffle giveaway.
The event is sold out, but you can support the organization virtually through its' silent auction.
Last year, the Red Tulip Gala raised over $100,000 at the First Turn Club inside of Churchill Downs.
"This gives everybody the opportunity to come together as one, whether they are participating in dance classes or support groups, this gets everybody together to hear their story," Richardson said.
If you want to donate to the National Parkinson's Institute, click here. Richardson said 100% of the proceeds will stay local.
To learn more about the non-profit, click here.
For questions, call 502-550-2754 or email Admin@nationalparkinsonsinstitute.com.
Parkinson's Foundation reports that nearly 1 million people in the U.S. are living with the disease, but the number is expected to rise to 1.2 million by 2030.
Almost 90,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease annually.
There are more than 13,000 Kentuckians diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
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