The Kirk Gibson Foundation has announced the 2027 Everybody vs. Parkinson’s 2 Gala (EVSP2), an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing the fight against Parkinson’s disease, while celebrating the strength, resilience and hope of the Parkinson’s community. The gala will take place on Saturday, April 10, 2027, from 5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth, Michigan.

Bringing together business leaders, philanthropists, healthcare professionals, sports heroes, celebrities, advocates and supporters from across Michigan, the event will raise critical funds to accelerate the Foundation’s mission of improving the lives of those living with Parkinson’s disease through advocacy, research, expanded programming and replication of its nationally recognized model of care. 

Today, more than one million Americans are living with Parkinson’s disease, with nearly 90,000 new diagnoses each year. As the disease continues to affect more families than ever before, the Kirk Gibson Foundation is committed to creating innovative solutions that improve quality of life while changing the future of Parkinson’s care. 

“The Everybody vs. Parkinson’s 2 Gala is more than a fundraiser, it’s a movement,” said Kirk Gibson, founder of the Kirk Gibson Foundation. “Every ticket purchased, every sponsorship secured and every dollar raised, helps us create more opportunities for people living with Parkinson’s to move better, live better and experience hope. Together, we are proving that Parkinson’s does not define a person. We are redefining life with Parkinson’s.”

Guests will enjoy an elegant evening featuring exceptional dining, entertainment, exclusive auction opportunities and inspiring stories from individuals whose lives have been transformed through the Foundation’s work. The hilarious comedy team, and University of Michigan alumni, the Sklar Brothers will host the evening.  With six critically acclaimed comedy albums released, The Sklar Brothers are one of the most inflection comedy teams of all time, and headline shows all over North America, bringing one of the most unique comedy duo acts ever to the stage.  In addition, the sensational Jerry Ross Band will also perform a variety of music genres throughout the evening. The event also offers unique opportunities for supporters to engage with Kirk Gibson while helping expand the Foundation’s impact. 

“The support generated through this gala will help fuel our vision for the future,” said Steve Annear, CEO of the Kirk Gibson Foundation. “Our goal extends far beyond one community. We are building a model that can influence Parkinson’s care nationwide through research, advocacy and the expansion of evidence-based wellness programming. Every sponsor and every guest becomes part of that mission.”

Individual tickets for the Everybody vs. Parkinson’s 2 Gala are now available for $500 each on the events page at www.kirkgibsonfoundation.org.  In addition, there are sponsorship opportunities available which can garner exclusive recognition and alignment with the EVSP2 Gala and overall will help support those living with Parkinson’s through the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson’s.

Proceeds from the Everybody vs. Parkinson’s 2 Gala will directly support four key initiatives:

• Advocacy: Expanding access to care, increasing research funding and advancing public policy.
• Research: Building evidence demonstrating the impact of exercise, movement, nutrition and therapeutic programming on slowing disease progression and improving quality of life.
• Replication: Helping communities across Michigan and beyond establish Parkinson’s wellness centers modeled after the Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson’s Wellness.
• Expanding Programming: Continuing to evaluate and enhance best-in-class fitness, education and therapy programs for people living with Parkinson’s disease. 

For sponsorship information or to purchase tickets, visit the events page at www.kirkgibsonfoundation.org

Images Courtesy of the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson’s.