G League Grand Rapids Drive

Veterans Appreciation Night at Next Drive Game

Published on March 24, 2015 under NBA G League (G League)
Grand Rapids Drive News Release


GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. - Mar. 24 - The Grand Rapids Drive have partnered with Lacks Enterprises to present "Veterans Appreciation Night" on Mar. 25th at the DeltaPlex Arena. Tip-off is 7 PM with doors opening at 6 PM.

Special programming includes a mini-flag giveaway to the first 2,000 fans, a military swearing-in ceremony and a halftime performance by the former winners of America's Got Talent, Olate Dogs.

"We are proud to be sponsoring this game, the men and women serving in our military make incredible sacrifices every day," said Jim Green, Executive Director of Human Resources for Lacks Enterprises. Lacks is also supporting veterans through the 50/50 raffle, donating the proceeds to Habitat for Humanity Veterans Build.

Lacks Enterprises, Inc. is the fourth largest privately held employer in West Michigan, headquartered in Grand Rapids. Three main business units manufacture decorative chrome trim for the automotive and appliance markets. Lacks Enterprises, Inc. prides itself on its corporate citizenship, environmental stewardship and attention to its workforce through exceptional wellness programs and employee benefits. Lacks Enterprises, Inc. has been registered to the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and aims to continually improve minimizing the environmental impacts of products and operations.

"Habitat For Humanity Kent County is proud to continue our partnership with Lacks Enterprises. We strongly believe that it's going to take a community of dedicated partners to properly help reintegrate and provide the support that our local heroes need. We are very grateful for this continued partnership and Together we can help make a difference through our Vet-hats project which provides mentorship, volunteerism and reintegration support for local veterans," said Michael Hyacinthe, Veteran and Military Relations Associate at Habitat for Humanity.

To purchase tickets to Wednesday's game, call 844-GR-DRIVE. 20% off tickets are available for all active military, veterans, firefighters, police officers, and military families.

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