TOUCHING DOWN

TOUCHING TOUCHING DOWN DOWN INDIANAPOLIS HOST COMMITTEE BRINGS INAUGURAL TAILGATE TOUR TO 18 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAMES ACROSS THE STATE

High school football fans take to the stands at the August 20 contest between Lafayette Jeff erson and host West Lafayette. IN CONJUNCTION with the College Football Playoff

National Championship, the Indianapolis Host Committ ee brought its inaugural Tailgate Tour to 18 select high school football games across the Hoosier state in August, September, and October. In addition to providing an interactive tailgate experience at each location, the host committ ee donated a total of $54,000 to participating schools in support of educators.

The Indiana Tailgate Tour touched down at nine Indiana Department of Education school districts statewide. At each stop, fans participated in prize giveaways, cornhole games, photo booths, and football skill activities with USA Football prior to kickoff . During halft ime, the host committ ee awarded $1,000 grants to each of the participating schools to aid in teacher and classroom development. An additional $500 was donated to each school’s athletic department.

“When it comes to major events, Hoosiers know it’s truly more than a game,” says Mark Howell, board chair of the Indianapolis Host Committ ee. “While the Indiana Tailgate Tour is a great way for us to connect with local communities across our great state, it also serves as a platform for supporting schools and educators to improve student outcomes and leave a long-lasting impact on the people of Indiana. The Indianapolis Host Committ ee is honored to partner with the College Football Playoff Foundation in providing muchneeded support to Indiana schools and teachers.”