Be our guest as we put on the ritz and serve up the hooch at Bishop Sullivan Center’s Speakeasy: A Night For The Neighborhood. Funds raised will help us provide food, help in finding jobs, and other emergency aid for our neighbors in need. The evening will include casino games, signature cocktails, dinner, raffle, live and […]
KCRep celebrates its 60th anniversary with a 1960’s themed gala. Reminisce about six decades of KCRep history and enjoy dinner, dancing, a live auction, and music performed by KCRep artists. Kansas City Repertory Theatre; To inspire, entertain, and open minds by creating transformative theatre experiences for all.
“Matthew Whitaker is music. To see and hear him play is to know that divine talent exists. Beyond his innate musical abilities is a sheer joy and passion to create music,” – WBGO. At 15, he became the youngest Yamaha jazz piano artist. Now at 22 he is taking stages across the world by storm. […]
This is our signature fundraising event. The gala will include silent and live auctions, entertainment, a plated dinner, and adult beverages. American Jazz Museum: To celebrate and exhibit the experience of jazz as an original American art form through performance, exhibition, education, and research at one of the country's jazz crossroads – 18th & Vine.
Join the musical fun of Stringo! Now in its third year, this event features instrumental versions of your favorite songs and special performances from the students of Harmony Project KC! Enjoy great food, drink, and get ready to shout STRINGO! Northeast Community Center: Home of Harmony Project KC; The Northeast Community Center serves the growth, development and education […]
The award-winning Light of Hope Breakfast brings our community together to enjoy a free, plated breakfast while we share our story and honor special community partners, and an exceptional volunteer. Jackson County CASA: To be a child's voice in court. We advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, knowing every child deserves a safe […]
Hosted by our 2024 Kindness Youth Leadership Team and special guests, you will leave inspired to promote kindness through education and dialogue. A highlight of the morning will be a focus on area youth spreading kindness and the 2024 Ripple of Kindness Award Winner. SevenDays: Overcoming hate by promoting kindness and understanding through education and dialogue. […]
Striving to make a Catholic education available to all those who want it, Bright Futures Fund's School Bell Breakfast is a wonderful way to start your day. This award-winning gala features breakfast, and a special keynote speaker. Bright Futures Fund: The Bright Futures Fund works to build new foundations of education and faith by helping students […]
The annual fundraising luncheon raises critical funds for uninsured adults and children who need quality, accessible and affordable health care in Johnson, Miami, and Franklin Counties. Enjoy a patient's testimonial and a video highlighting the clinic's mission in action. Health Partnership Clinic: Improving the health of the communities we serve through the provision of high quality, […]
Keynote address by New York Times opinion writer Dr. Daniela Lamas, pulmonary/critical care physician, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Boston, who writes about modern issues in medicine with real-life stories and compassion. Honorary Event Chairs Robin and Marc Hahn. Center for Practical Bioethics: The Center raises and responds to ethical issues in health and healthcare in clinical […]
A laid-back benefit to get books into the hands of KC kids. Support early literacy and join us for Boulevard Beer, Waldo Pizza, an auction, and live music. The Family Conservancy: Helping children and families achieve a lifetime of success.
Join KC Pet Project to compete in the annual KC Pet Project 5K in Swope Park! All participants get a commemorative medal. Sign up to support the 16,000 homeless, abandoned, and often injured pets that will arrive at KC Pet Project this year. KC Pet Project: Leading the way in creating a compassionate, safe community for […]
Enjoy dinner, silent and live auctions, and an interactive program featuring a performance by Thomas Rhett! Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City: For more than 100 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City has provided a safe and fun environment for youth, ages five to18, to learn, play, meet new friends, and […]
With a delicious dinner, mission-filled program, and exciting auction, this highly anticipated event culminates with an after party with music and dancing. The Children's Place: Where children and families heal from life's deepest hurts.
Dance the night away with friends and enjoy drinks, appetizers, and performances by the Ballet’s Second Company. Proceeds help fund the R.O.A.D. Scholarship Program. Kansas City Ballet, BARRE KC: To inspire and engage through the beauty, power and passion of dance. BARRE KC is the leading group for young professionals interested in supporting Kansas City Ballet.
Join us for a hole-in-fun event that supports UA students and alumni on their academic and career journeys. Enjoy themed mini-golf throughout the halls of UA, games, cocktails, prizes, a beautiful sit-down dinner, dancing, and inspiring stories from students and alumni. University Academy Foundation: To facilitate educational programs and opportunities that support college readiness, college completion, […]
Park University’s super star pianist and ICM artist-in-residence returns to Kansas City and this time brings a new friend. Violinist Daniel Lozakovich’s majestic music-making has left critics and audiences spellbound. “Daniel’s collaboration with Behzod is sure to bring down the house and sell out International Center For Music at Park University: Nestled in the river bluffs […]
Hosted by our 2024 Kindness Youth Leadership Team and corporate sponsors committed to teaching kindness, the festival features live music by The Voice star Kate Cosentino, food trucks, and family-friendly activities for all ages. SevenDays; SevenDays® is a Kansas City-based, non-profit organization that overcomes hate by promoting kindness and understanding through education and dialogue.
For more than three decades, WEN has helped women in Kansas City on their way to financial independence. Join us for the WEN Annual Luncheon to celebrate our clients and hear how WEN advances positive change in the lives of women, their families and the community, one woman at a time. Women's Employment Network: To help […]
Featuring a three-course lunch, silent auction, and musical performance by student scholarship recipients. The auction includes jewelry, home accessories, artwork, and gift certificates to restaurants and events. Women's Committee - UMKC Conservatory: To fund scholarships and promote the interests of UMKC Conservatory students.
Guests will enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner, and programming, where we will celebrate our AmeriCorps members and their work in KCPS, along with community members who are showcasing idealism throughout the KC area; business attire. City Year Kansas City; An education-focused non profit that works to increase the number of students in school and on […]
Enjoy a lively afternoon with a delicious lunch and an opportunity to learn about Reach Out and Read Kansas City. Reach Out and Read Kansas City: Reach Out and Read Kansas City gives young children a foundation for success by incorporating books into pediatric care and encouraging families to read aloud together.
This is the 25th annual dinner supporting Harry Truman's legacy and presidential library. Enjoy live music, a patriotic cocktail reception, and dinner, followed by the presentation of the 2024 Truman Legacy of Leadership Award, and a keynote address by best-selling author and journalist, Evan Thomas. Truman Library Institute: To bring the life and legacy of Harry […]
Enjoy mouthwatering food, overflowing cocktails, captivating live music by Lost Wax, and exciting surprises - all with a fun twist! All proceeds will benefit children and families in crisis served by KVC Health Systems. KVC Health Systems; To enrich and enhance the lives of children and families by providing medical and behavioral healthcare, social services […]
The Orchestra of the International Center for Music at Park University is pleased to present this final orchestra season concert with guest conductor Barbara Yahr. Ms. Yahr is currently Music Director of the Greenwich Village Orchestra, an ensemble known for its innovative and collaborative projects. International Center For Music at Park University: Nestled in the river […]
Enjoy Vegas-style fun and play with purpose to benefit the mission of Job One. The evening will feature an appetizer buffet, bar, and entertainment, along with casino games, blackjack, mouse races, and more for a chance to win great prizes! Attire is “casino fabulous” – have fun with it. Job One: To build skills and connections […]
Enjoy a night of fun and inspiration. Tux 'n' Boots boasts a fabulous silent and live auction, dinner, open bar and dancing to the ever-popular sounds of Lost Wax. This one night provides more than 80 percent of HTR's operating budget so we would love to have you join us to support our riders. Heartland […]
Join us for the Rhinestone Rodeo. Dust off those boots and clean up those jeans, pearl snap it up or sundress it down. Grab those cowboy hats and get ready for a night of fun. Ride the bull… if you dare! The event will include silent and live auctions, and live entertainment by Travis Marvin. […]
Enjoy a lively-themed atmosphere with cocktails, a gourmet dinner, raffle games, and silent and live auctions. After the auction enjoy dancing to the original party band Lost Wax. Rockhurst High School; Educating Ignatian leaders, “men for others,” in the Roman Catholic, Jesuit, college-preparatory tradition. In the spirit of Saint Ignatius Loyola, its goal is the […]
The evening promises to be an elegant affair where we will toast and celebrate the Lyric Opera of Kansas City. Dinner followed by dancing to Lost Wax and a silent auction featuring carefully curated and unique experiences, exquisite trips, and one of a kind opportunities; Black tie is recommended. Lyric Opera Ball Co-chairmen Sharon Barry […]
The annual gala will transform the venue into a special, one-night-only jazz club full of fabulous fare, creative drinks, live and silent auctions, and dancing to the music that Kansas City and the orchestra know best, jazz. The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra; Through performances and education programs, The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra preserves the rich heritage […]
The 2024 Gala features the magnificent Ailey II company at the Folly Theater. We will celebrate 40 years of dance, diversity, and arts education. A dinner celebration and the year's best dance party will follow at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey; To make dance accessible to all people by […]
Join us as we honor those who give their time, talents, and resources to Hope House. This event recognizes supporters and volunteers of Hope House who have made a significant impact in 2023. The Everyday Hero Luncheon will consist of a meal followed by the award presentation and guest speaker. Hope House; To break the […]
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Promise of Hope brings awareness to the issue of child abuse and its impact on the children CASA serves. This event inspires community engagement through education and impactful storytelling. CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties; To provide a meaningful voice and connection that instills hope and builds resilience for children […]
The evening will feature the best wine and spirits auction in Kansas City. Guests begin with cocktails followed by dinner, a live auction, and dancing to hits by party band KC Flo. sacred - Sexually Abused Children's Relief Endeavor; sacred provides immediate financial assistance to families in need due to the sexual abuse of a […]
The 54th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse fundraiser will have tours open Tuesdays – Sundays, from April 27th through May 19th. The historic home at 1100 Valentine Road, Kansas City, Missouri, will be transformed by interior designers into a showplace. Proceeds benefit the Kansas City Symphony. Kansas City Symphony Alliance; A volunteer auxiliary supporting the Kansas City Symphony.
We Help Women is GateWay of Hope’s luncheon featuring a delicious meal, entertainment, testimonials, raffle prizes, and an invitation to the community to support women's mental health. GateWay of Hope; We help women find hope, pursue healing, and live in wholeness through counseling, coaching, and support groups.
Join us for the 18th Annual Dancing with the Kansas City Stars! This year's theme is “A Night at the Copa.” Dress code is black tie. Cristo Rey Kansas City; Providing a Catholic, college and career prep education enhanced by an innovative corporate work-study program to culturally diverse, ambitious students with economic need.
Join us for our reinvented annual Gala featuring a live auction, live art gallery, curated car display, and live music and dancing. Enjoy elegant appetizers, our custom cocktail, and full bar under the Stars. The Kansas City Automotive Museum; The Kansas City Automotive Museum is dedicated to preserving and raising awareness of Kansas City’s rich automotive […]
YMCA Challenger athletes and buddies will walk the runway with current and former players from local teams. The event features dinner, silent and live auctions, and live music, and benefits the Y’s Challenger sports program and accessible sports complex for young people with disabilities. Challenger Athlete Hadley Wackerle, Raegan Schurr, Mark Hulet, Jan Sullivan, and […]
Join us, as we celebrate our accomplishments, but also celebrate the success of families achieving their dreams, too. Cocktail hour followed by a dinner and program. Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph; Helping people move to a better life through hope-filled care, services, and advocacy; calling all those of goodwill to join us.
Lace up for Kansas City's most inspiring race! Trolley Run is the largest fundraiser for CCVI. We're about bringing the community together for an amazing cause – no experience or athletic ability required. This four-mile walk/run tours Waldo, Brookside, and the Plaza. Children's Center for the Visually Impaired; To prepare children with visual impairment, including those […]
Join us for a round of golf at the beautiful Canyon Farms Golf Club and help us drive out hunger in our community, all while celebrating 43 years of the golf classic and the legacy of Ben and Betty Zarda. Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas; We serve the most vulnerable men, women and children of […]
With an anticipated crowd of 1,000 guests, the luncheon highlights the importance of spreading awareness of sexual violence, and raising the needed funding to support our community’s children and families in crisis. Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA); To improve the lives of those impacted by sexual abuse and assault and to prevent sexual […]
Enjoy dinners in private homes on Thursday night, then join the Grand Tasting at the Museum on Friday evening, featuring fine wine and food samples from vintners and Kansas City chefs. The tasting will be followed by a lively auction of luxury items and an after party with more wine, music, and delectables. The Nelson-Atkins […]
Mix and mingle while delighting in the mouthwatering creations of local chefs. They will pull out all the stops to win Best Dish and People’s Choice Awards, and your tastebuds will reap the benefits of the competition. Bid on silent and live auctions and hear heartwarming stories at this casual event. National Kidney Foundation; The […]
Bringing together the Kansas and Greater Kansas City communities to highlight lung health champions, celebrate advancements in lung health, and to raise additional funding and hope for the year to come. The event includes live and silent auctions, a short program, and the Legacy Award Recognition. American Lung Association in Kansas & Greater Kansas City; […]
Revel in the excitement of ArtPop, when the KCAI campus becomes a thrilling festival of art and design. Enjoy a progressive party with curated bites and cocktails as you wander through the studios, meet faculty and students, and view and purchase student art. Kansas City Art Institute; To prepare gifted students to transform the world […]
The 38th Brookside Art Annual will run from May 3rd through May 5th. The event is Kansas City’s first major art show of the year. It attracts top artists, is a favorite for art enthusiasts, and is ranked amongst the best in the nation each year. Brookside Business Association; The Brookside Business Association is a voluntary organization whose […]
We're off to the races with this unique fundraiser benefiting Growing Futures Early Education Center. Run for the Roses Kentucky Derby Fundraiser will include premium drinks, gourmet appetizers, a whisky tasting, fun entertainment, and activities. Must be 21 and over to attend. Growing Futures Early Education Center; To nurture children and strengthen families to enrich […]
Guest will enjoy live music, cocktails, mocktails, beer, southern bites, and the best Derby fashion in Kansas City! Don your best outfit on one of the most iconic lawns of Kansas City. Kansas City Museum; The Kansas City Museum preserves, interprets, and celebrates Kansas City through collections, exhibitions, and bold programs that reflect the City’s […]
The Dream Gala is a black-tie-optional event, which includes a seated dinner, exquisite silent auction, exciting live auction, and inspiring Fund A Cure. JDRF Kansas & Missouri Chapter; To accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications.