The Kirk Gibson Foundation will hold its 2027 Everybody vs. Parkinson's 2 Gala on April 10 at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth, with proceeds supporting expanded Parkinson's care, research, and advocacy across Michigan and beyond
The Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's has announced plans for its 2027 Everybody vs. Parkinson's 2 Gala, set for April 10, 2027, at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth, Michigan. The event aims to raise funds and awareness for Parkinson's disease, bringing together business leaders, health professionals, athletes, and community supporters for an evening of dinner, entertainment, and fundraising activities.
Randy and Jason Sklar, known as the Sklar Brothers and alumni of the University of Michigan, will serve as hosts for the gala. The evening will also feature a performance by the Jerry Ross Band, along with opportunities for guests to participate in auctions and hear stories from individuals impacted by the foundation's work.
Event Details and Ticket Information
The gala will run from 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on April 10, 2027. Individual tickets are priced at $500, and sponsorship packages are available for organizations and individuals interested in supporting the cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Kirk Gibson Foundation's efforts to expand Parkinson's wellness care, advocacy, research, and programming both in Michigan and in other communities.
Funds raised will be directed toward four main areas: expanding advocacy for access to care and research funding, supporting studies on exercise and nutrition for Parkinson's patients, helping communities replicate the foundation's wellness center model, and developing new fitness, education, and therapy programs for those living with Parkinson's disease.
Foundation's Mission and Local Impact
The Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's was established by former Detroit Tigers star Kirk Gibson after his own Parkinson's diagnosis in 2015. In October 2025, the foundation opened the Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson's Wellness in Farmington Hills, offering free, evidence-based activity programs for people with Parkinson's. The center is designed to serve as a model for expanding access to movement, education, and wellness programs for Parkinson's patients in other communities.
According to the foundation, the upcoming gala will help fund efforts to replicate this model in additional locations, supporting a broader network of care and resources for those affected by Parkinson's disease. Tickets and sponsorship details are available through the Kirk Gibson Foundation's website.
The Kirk Gibson Foundation's approach emphasizes community-based wellness, research, and advocacy, aiming to improve quality of life for people living with Parkinson's. The annual gala has become a key fundraising event, drawing support from across Michigan and beyond.
