Pennington Biomedical Research Foundation Announces 2027 The Answer Gala will be held March 20; Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available
August 18, 2026 · Baton Rouge, LA
The Pennington Biomedical Research Foundation has announced its signature fundraising event, The Answer, will return on Saturday, March 20, 2027, at L'Auberge Casino & Hotel. One of Baton Rouge's premier charitable events, the annual gala brings together community leaders, philanthropists and supporters for an unforgettable evening dedicated to advancing life-changing work at Pennington Biomedical Research Center.
Now entering its 12th year, The Answer raises critical philanthropic support for groundbreaking research in obesity, diabetes, nutrition, cancer, dementia and other chronic diseases, enabling Pennington Biomedical researchers to improve lives in Louisiana and around the world.
This year’s theme, “Game Night 2027: Play for a Purpose,” brings a playful twist in an evening of trivia and interactive games, exceptional food and beverages, live and silent auctions, and opportunities for guests to directly support the Center's mission.
"Sponsorship of The Answer is an opportunity to invest in discoveries that improve health for generations to come while aligning your organization with one of the world's leading biomedical research institutions," said Shelton Jones, Interim President and CEO of the Pennington Biomedical Research Foundation. "We invite businesses and community partners to join us in making another extraordinary evening possible while supporting research that truly changes lives."
Corporate sponsorship opportunities are now available at multiple levels, offering valuable recognition before, during and after the event.
Individual ticket sales will open soon, with additional announcements to follow. For more information about sponsorship opportunities or individual tickets, contact the Pennington Biomedical Research Foundation at (225) 763-2511 or visit https://pbrf.org/events/answer/.
For more information contact:
Ernie Ballard, Senior Director of Communications & Marketing, ernie.ballard@pbrc.edu, 225-263-2677.
About LSU's Pennington Biomedical Research Center
The Pennington Biomedical Research Center is at the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the triggers of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia. Pennington Biomedical has the vision to lead the world in promoting nutrition and metabolic health and eliminating metabolic disease through scientific discoveries that create solutions from cells to society. The Center conducts basic, clinical and population research, and is a campus in the LSU System.
The research enterprise at Pennington Biomedical includes over 600 employees within a network of 44 clinics and research laboratories, and 16 highly specialized core service facilities. Its scientists and physician-scientists are supported by research trainees, lab technicians, nurses, dietitians and other support personnel. Pennington Biomedical is a globally recognized state-of-the-art research institution in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, see www.pbrc.edu.
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