Exceptional Foundation to host ‘Dinnertainment’ on Sept. 9

The Exceptional Foundation will host its third annual Dinnertainment fundraiser Sept. 9.

The event, which began in 2014 to raise money for The Exceptional Foundation’s original 400 participants, will include cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a seated dinner, auction and what organizers dub “Dinnertainment.”

Performers, all participants at the foundation, will show off their talents in song, dance, theatrical skits and studio art. Organizers said the event is their way of showing the public what life is like every day at The Exceptional Foundation.

Founded in 1994, Homewood’s Exceptional Foundation serves those ages 5-80 with autism, spina bifida, Down syndrome and other conditions, providing them opportunities to play sports and engage in other activities.

The first Dinnertainment, held Sept. 12, 2014, hosted more than 400 supporters, according to this year’s event description. In 2014, the event raised $140,000 for The Exceptional Foundation’s programs.

In 2015, the event raised another $145,000.

By its own estimation, The Exceptional Foundation now has more than 482 participants on its roll.

Proceeds from Dinnertainment are a significant source of funding for its programs, according to the foundation.

Space is limited. For tickets and more information, contact Tricia Kirk at triciakirk@exceptionalfoundation.org, or go to exceptionalfoundation.org.