The Vikings Children’s Fund is a means for Vikings players, coaches, staff and their families to focus their community support. Their mission is to combine their time and resources, through events and appearances, with that of the corporate community and fans in an effort to support the many needs of children in the Upper Midwest. The Vikings Children’s Fund grant history now totals over $7.65 million dollars.

Tackling Influenza

The Minnesota Vikings, in partnership with the University of Minnesota Department of Pediatrics, are “Tackling Influenza.” With the help of the University, the Vikings are sponsoring three free flu clinics throughout the metro in an effort to protect children and families from seasonal influenza.

Click here to view the latest information on what the University of Minnesota Amplatz Children’s Hospital, the University of Minnesota Department of Pediatrics, and the Minnesota Vikings are up to in regards to Tackling Influenza.

For more information on 2008's events, Click Here.

For a recap of the first event of 2008, Click Here.

Artic Blast Snowmobile Rally

Ride the combination of well groomed trails and the marked routes on Lake Mille Lacs with several current and former Vikings Players and Cheerleaders. With thousands of other snowmobile enthusiasts, the Vikings ride Arctic Cat sleds to Blast Points in Garrison, Isle, Onamia and Malmo.

The event kicks-off at Eddy’s Lake Mille Lacs Resort. With your paid registration, you will receive a prize ticket when you check in to a minimum of three Blast Points. The prize ticket makes you eligible for the thousands of dollars in prizes awarded at the Sunday Prize Party held at Grand Casino Mille Lacs Events and Convention Center.

For information on the 2010 Arctic Blast, click here.

Bowl with the Vikings

This annual event is generally held in December to benefit the Vikings Children's Fund.  More info on 2009's event will be posted in the fall.

Bud Grant Print

Over the past year, with invaluable input from Bud, a beautiful painting emerged that captures the life of a North American sports legend. His amazing journey started from the grain docks of Superior, Wisconsin, across the border into Canada and on to Pro Football’s Hall of Fame. This painting captures the life of an extraordinary man who enjoyed his free time in the outdoors when he was not participating in athletics.

The original oil painting “Bud Grant – The Legend” was created by nationally recognized artist Terrence Fogarty. It has been re-produced as 600 offset lithograph prints. Dimension of Print: Paper size 38 1/8 x 22 1/2. Each are numbered, signed and inspected by the artist. They are available for $300 each, or personally signed by Bud Grant for $395.

Proceeds from the print will benefit the Vikings Children’s Fund.

This truly is a one-of-kind collector print. Don’t miss your opportunity to have this remarkable man included in your collection.

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Draft Party

Each spring, the Vikings Draft Party unites fans as the new NFL season unofficially gets underway. Check out the VCF area at the Draft Party featuring a silent auction and prize opportunities.

VCF Golf Tournament

The Vikings Children’s Fund annual golf outing is annually held in mid-June. Many Vikings players, Coaches, team personnel, Alumni and the Vikings Cheerleaders participate.

Many local restaurants are featured on the course with a tasty array of food and beverages are available to the golfers.

If you and your business are interested please contact the Vikings office at 952-828-6578.

Grant Information

Click here to download a PDF document that includes information on the 2009 grant application.

Party on the Plaza

Support the VCF on the Metrodome Plaza before all Vikings home games. Stop by the VCF Wheel of Fun / Silent Auction Area to win great prizes and find that hard to find autographed item.

Ride for Life Motorcycle Rally

Each July, join Vikings alumni, cheerleaders, and more as they partake in the Ride for Life to benefit the VCF. The 75 mile ride departs from the Twin Cities and wraps up in Hinckley, Minn. Once you arrive in Hinckley, a welcome party will be waiting for you with Vikings personnel, cheerleaders, tasty food and ice-cold beverages.

Over $12,500 in cash will be awarded. Cost is $15 per pick, and reach registration will receive:

• Event Participation (Autographs and Group Ride)
• Vikings Doo Rag (Pre-Registration only)
• $10 Grand Casino Hinckley Coupon
• Prize Ticket
• Parking Voucher in secure lot next to Amphitheater