2017 winning program to be announced during Vikings-Bengals game on December 17

Eden Prairie, MN (September 14, 2017) – For the third consecutive year, the Minnesota Vikings are partnering with Innovative Office Solutions, the Minnesota Chapter of the National Football Foundation and Vikings flagship radio station KFAN 100.3 to honor one Minnesota school community as the "Minnesota Football Program of the Year" with the "In the Game" Award. The winning football community will be announced during the Vikings home game against the Cincinnati Bengals on December 17, 2017, and will receive a $10,000 check as part of a "town takeover" in 2018.

To nominate a football program, communities can visit www.vikings.com/inthegame. All community entrants must fill out a nomination form, which will be accepted until October 9, 2017.

After a school has been officially nominated, fans are encouraged to promote their school's nomination via social media using the hashtag #IntheGame along with their school name (e.g. #Caledonia). Fans can help their respective school earn votes by sharing photos of special moments from the school, team, and city, as well as the family and fans that make their community and school the "Minnesota Football Program of the Year."

The winning football program will be recognized at Minnesota Football Honors next April. In addition, the Vikings, Innovative Office Solutions and KFAN will "take over" the community by bringing several Vikings players, cheerleaders and Viktor to the winning school to present the $10,000 check. A portion of the money will be donated to specific programs in the winning community to encourage all kids to engage in their community despite any financial setbacks.

"Along with our InSports Foundation, Innovative Office Solutions believes that sports are a great way for kids to learn important life skills," said Jennifer Smith, CEO of Innovative Office Solutions. "We are thrilled to continue our partnership for this program for the third consecutive year, and we are excited to give schools throughout Minnesota an opportunity to highlight how their football programs get kids and their communities 'in the game.'"

About Innovative Office Solutions
Since its founding in 2001, Innovative Office Solutions has rapidly grown to become the largest independent office productivity supplier in the Upper Midwest and one of the largest in the country. Throughout this expansion, the company has made it a priority to maintain a culture that takes a small company approach, offering the personalized service and one-on-one relationships that have always made Innovative a rewarding company to do business with as well as to work for.

Minnesota Chapter of the National Football Foundation
A member chapter of the National Football Foundation that is now in its seventh decade, its mission is to serve Minnesota and the nation by developing leadership, sportsmanship, competitive spirit and academic excellence in America's youth through promoting amateur football. The Minnesota Chapter is committed to preserving legendary teams, coaches, players and historical moments in Minnesota football while honoring those who show courage and inspire.