The Pints for Pat Tradition
Before enlisting in the Army, Pat would often ride his bike to the Rula Bula Irish Pub in Tempe, sit in the dining area and study his Cardinals playbook over a pint of Guinness.
On a particular visit, Pat brought his drinking glass an Imperial 20-oz Guinness glass with his ASU #42 engraved on it. He asked the bartender to keep his glass on the top shelf behind the bar to use on his next visit to the pub.
Shortly after 9/11, Pat gave up a new NFL contract to become an Army Ranger. During his last visit to Rula Bula, Pat left his glass in its rightful place behind the bar with a promise to return. Even after Pat’s death, his pint glass remained on the shelf of Rula Bula’s back bar until it closed in 2021.
Pat’s story and enthusiasm for life brings together communities from across the country to raise a pint in his honor. Host your own Pints for Pat or find one near you below!
Join us for Pints for Pat Chicago!
Pints for Pat – Chicago, presented by Calamos Investments, will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at Guinness Open Gate Brewery from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. in honor of the Tillman Scholars who carry on Pat Tillman’s legacy of leadership and service. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with Tillman Scholars, PTF staff, and friends of the Pat Tillman Foundation community.
All the proceeds generated from the event will support the Pat Tillman Foundation and Tillman Scholarship program.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:
- Set of Exclusive 2024 Pints for Pat Guinness Glasses featuring this year’s word: “PURPOSE”
- Food and drinks provided from Guinness Open Gate Brewery
- Silent auction (100% of proceeds from all items purchased will go directly to the foundation)
- Raffle tickets will available to purchase
Limited space is available, secure your ticket today!
Interested in HOSTING A PINTS FOR PAT EVENT?
All Pints for Pat events can look different, and we hope you will find what works best for you and your community. Pints for Pat are a great way to spread organizational awareness and raise necessary funds. We encourage you to be creative and find what will work best for your group and our team is here to support you!