The Harry Dallara Foundation held a successful fundraiser at Sunnydale in Tryon on March 20, 2018. The event included a barbecue dinner from Holden's Ranch in Spartanburg, wine, beer, and soft drinks from The Bottle in Tryon, and both live and silent auctions with merchandise and gift certificates from Tryon residents and businesses (as well as baseball memorabilia from various sources).

Also included were an overview of the project provided by landscape architect Mark Byington, a presentation on the Tryon All-stars by Gordon Hamilton, a video presentation on the life of Harry Dallara by Steve Parris, and remarks by guest speaker Bobby Richardson, former New York Yankee second baseman and the 1960 World Series MVP

Approximately 45 individuals were in attendance.

A total of about $71,000 was raised, including proceeds from the auctions, a matching gift from Charles and Peixin Dallara, and contributions from individuals who were unable to attend the event.

"We were extremely pleased with the fundraiser, both in the number of attendees and the amount raised," said Charles Dallara. 'Many individuals worked very hard to make the event a success."

All proceeds will go to fund the project at Harmon Field.

Charles Dallara listens to former Yew York Yankee Bobby Richardson tell a story about the 1960 World Series.

Charles Dallara welcomes his great uncle, 94-year old Isaac Bryant.

Mark Byington provides a project overview.

Attendees enjoy a barbecue meal from Holden's Ranch

Guests listen to a presentation on the project.

Mayor Alan Peoples provides remarks on "everyman" Harry Dallara.

Former New York Yankee Bobby Richardson discusses some baseball history.

Charles Dallara makes introductory remarks with Bobby Richardson in the foreground.

Watch the video of the fundraiser