VERMILLION, S.D.—The University of South Dakota athletic department and the Howling Pack will host their sixth annual fundraising dinner, Calling All Coyotes – A Red Tie Event, at 5 p.m. Friday, April 12, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. While the event is sold-out, opportunities to get involved in the Howling Pack's largest annual fundraiser are available.
The organizations are thrilled to highlight another successful year of athletic competitions in front of more than 680 guests in attendance. Guests will be able to experience the evening by taking pictures to commemorate the night at the #GoYotes Photo Lounge, enjoying a cocktail during Howling Hour and indulging in a special menu prepared by the Sioux Falls Convention Center's own Chef Yancy.
Calling All Coyotes is an evening of celebration dedicated to the achievements of USD student-athletes while recognizing a community that has helped create opportunities for their success. This event provides a unique opportunity to personally connect supporters with Coyote student-athletes, coaches and staff. All proceeds from this event will help fund student-athlete scholarships through the Howling Pack.
Online Silent Auction
Coyote fans not in attendance still have an opportunity to get involved digitally in the Howling Pack's largest annual fundraiser. More than 120 items are available for online bidding starting today by
clicking here.
Items for the online silent auction include a Botox party for four, four tickets to the Kenny Chesney concert in Sioux Falls, a weekend stay at Terry Peak cabin in the Black Hills, a 2018-19 Coyote women's basketball NCAA package and more.
Live Auction on April 12
A live auction with more than 20 items will take place at the event on April 12. Live auction items will be announced on Monday, with the latest information available on the Howling Pack's social media accounts.
Concierge bidding will be available for the live auction items for fans not in attendance next Friday. Connect with a member of the USD Howling Pack team by e-mailing
howlingpack@usdfoundation.org to learn more.
Presenting Sponsors
The 2019 Calling All Coyotes – A Red Tie Event is presented by CorTrust Bank. Other sponsors for the night include Sanford Health, Cutler Law Firm, First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard, First Dakota National Bank, Eide Bailly, Daktronics, Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort, Maguire Iron, JLG Architects, RED Steakhouse, Schoeneman's, Coyote Sports Properties, RBC Wealth Management – James Clement and Conkling Distributing.
About the Howling Pack
The mission of the Howling Pack is to promote and financially support the University of South Dakota Athletic Department and all individual athletic teams, while encouraging the development of the student-athlete.
