April 19, 2007

SPOKANE, Wash. - Gonzaga University and Anthony's HomePort Restaurant are proud to announce the annual Gonzaga University Student-Athlete Scholarship Benefit Dinner and Auction to be held May 2 at Anthony's HomePort at Spokane Falls.

Dinner is $75 per person and proceeds from this event will benefit Gonzaga student-athletes through an endowed scholarship made possible by Anthony's Restaurants owner Budd Gould. A social and silent auction will start at 5:30 p.m. with dinner and live auction to follow at 7 p.m. Gonzaga coaches and student-athletes will also be in attendance.

This event is open to the Spokane community by reservation only. Seating is limited on a first-come, first serve basis by contacting the Athletic Department at (509) 323-5530. Please have your credit card ready to secure your reservation. If you are unable to attend and would like to support GU student-athletes, you may make a contribution or sponsor a student-athlete's dinner by calling 323-5530.

Anthony's HomePort at Spokane Falls opened in 2004 and has teamed with Gonzaga University as a corporate partner since joining the Spokane community. Anthony's is donating their restaurant, the service and food for the evening so that funds may be raised to support Gonzaga student-athletes. Visit www.anthonys.com for more information on Anthony's Restaurants.