DES MOINE, Iowa – Members of the Drake University football team and the Grand View University football team will be participating in the fifth annual Candoe's Wheelchair Basketball Game on Saturday, Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. at Grand View's Sisam Arena.
Candeo is a community-based non-profit organization in Central Iowa that serves individuals with intellectual disabilities, traumatic brain injury and/or chronic mental illness. The Bulldogs have participated in the event, which raises funds and awareness for Candeo's mission, for the past four seasons are a perfect 4-0 in the event.
Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.candeoiowa.org. Proceeds will be used by Candeo to support individuals with disabilities in accomplishing their goals and achieving independence.