VINA Community Dental Center To Host 17th Annual Tailgate FundraiserSeptember 22, 2025Jessica Mathews / news@whmi.comFootball season has returned and so too is VINA Community Dental Center’s VINA Tailgate fundraiser. 17th annual VINA Tailgate takes place on Thursday, October 9th at 5:30pm at Crystal Gardens Event Center. Attendees can enjoy an evening filled with football fun, food, games, and activities - all while supporting VINA’s mission to provide affordable dental care to low-income and underserved patients. Over the years, the VINA Tailgate has been a significant fundraiser for VINA to be able to provide essential dental care to underserved community members who lack access to dental care. VINA does not receive state or federal funding and relies on the fundraiser to continue providing care to those in need.