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Join us on February 28th for the 51st Stafford Dinner at Apple Mountain Resort in Freeland, MI.

This yearโ€™s event features a NU-opoly theme, a creative twist on the classic game that celebrates Northwoodโ€™s entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, and community. Enjoy an evening of dinner, networking, and tradition as we honor the people and values that make Northwood exceptional.

If you have questions on how you can support the dinner, please contact Karla Spaeth-Yost at (989) 837-4264 or .

Planned, prepared, and executed by an Executive Board of students from any major. Students participate in event planning through marketing, logistics, food and beverage, procurement, and other specialties.

Event Details

Venue will be at Apple Mountain located on 4519 North River Road., Freeland, MI 48623.

More information about entertainment to come. We encourage you to bring cash for the bar, raffles, games, and an interactive spur-of-the-moment donation opportunity! Credit cards will be accepted the night of.

Northwood University Stafford Dinner logo featuring a stylized pineapple and the text: "Stafford Dinner Presented by Hospitality Management.

The Stafford Story

Mr. William D. Stafford was the first chairman of the Hotel, Restaurant & Resort Management Department at our beloved Northwood University. From 1969 to 1972, Mr. Stafford shared his knowledge about the hospitality industry and incorporated it into the curriculum.

Black and white photo of a man wearing a chef's hat and uniform, gazing slightly to the side with a neutral expression.

Sponsorship Details

Being a sponsor of the 51st Annual Stafford Dinner gives you additional opportunities to promote your brand while supporting students of Northwood University.

10 tickets included

Payments larger than $900 are deductible

Table assigned to an independent server

Brand Visibility on Stafford Dinner Website

Logo posted on social medias and recognition board

Signage in prominent event area

Sponsored table with signage and special reserved seating

Announcements through dinner

Invitation to engage in student development throughout the school year

6 tickets included

Payments larger than $540 are deductible

Logo placed on recognition board

Signage placed in prominent area

Announcements through dinner

Sponsored table with signage

4 tickets included

Payments larger than $360 are deductible

Logo placed on recognition board

Signage placed in prominent area

Sponsored table with signage

2 tickets included

Payments larger than $180 are deductible

Logo placed on recognition board

Signage placed in prominent area

Full payment is tax deductible

The opportunity to one day advance two students to the hospitality industry

Recognition at the Stafford Dinner

No tickets included

Full payment is tax deductible

No tickets included

Full payment is tax deductible

Donate to the Stafford Dinner