EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – Tickets are now available for SIUE Athletics' Red and Black Benefit presented by Simmons Hanly Conroy. This year's event, the seventh annual, will be held on Friday, April 26 at the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark.

This annual fundraising gala connects sponsors, donors, and alumni for a night to celebrate SIUE Athletics and raise meaningful funds for SIUE Athletics and Cougar student-athletes.

Tickets are $200 for individuals or $2000 for a table of 10 and can be purchased online at the link provided.

"We're extremely excited about the upcoming Red & Black Benefit presented by Simmons Hanly Conroy," SIUE Director of Athletics Andrew Gavin said. "This evening is not only a critical fundraiser in support of SIUE Athletics, but it will be an amazing opportunity to celebrate the past year with our SIUE community. We're grateful for the support of our sponsors, and we hope you'll join us!"

The event features a silent and live auction as well as the opportunity to mingle with SIUE student-athletes, coaches and administrators.

Those unable to attend in person will have the option to support SIUE student-athletes by participating in the silent auction online. Bidding will commence on April 22 and conclude during the event on April 26.

If you have questions, want to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, would like to donate live or silent auction items, or make a tax-deductible gift, please contact Laura Smith directly at Lsmitae@siue.edu.