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Beyond The Blues returns in 2024, celebrating 26 years of Mental Health America of the Heartland (MHAH) serving the community! Join us for a fun-filled evening with dinner, dancing, and silent and live auctions. Mental Health America of the Heartland; Dedicated to promoting the mental health of the community, and improving the quality of life […]

Saint Luke's Home Care and Hospice is honored to partner with KC Running Company for the event. Run along the banks of Brush Creek and through the heart of the Country Club Plaza. Participants will receive a high quality participant shirt and a great finisher's medal. Saint Luke's Foundation; We partner with donors to fund […]

Featuring a live auction, incredible gift boxes, lunch/dinner, on-course games, and many surprises along the way. It's no wonder this event sells out early every year. Bright Futures Fund; To build new foundations of education and faith by helping students in need receive a Catholic education.

In its 33rd year, We Work for Change will feature Keynote Speaker Linsey Davis, American broadcast journalist at ABC News and author of the children's book, Girls of the World: Doing More Than Ever Before. United WE; Advances all women’s economic and civic leadership to make meaningful change through research, advocacy, policy solutions, and civic engagement.

Formerly Brews & Bites, enjoy an evening outdoors sampling a taste of Kansas City. Gather your friends and join us for this beloved event featuring some of the best restaurants, breweries, distilleries, and wineries in the city, along with live music, fun raffle packages, yard games, and more. The Children's Place; Where children and families […]

The event commemorates the progress and accomplishments made at Ability KC through the dedication of staff and the resilience of patients and their families. Join us as we honor patients and celebrate another year of growth by sharing stories and thanking those who made them possible. Ability Luncheon To build brighter futures for children and […]

This enchanting, out-of-this-world evening with a cosmic vibe will feature creative cocktails, a delicious dinner, live music, and more in support of our community’s littlest learners EarlystART; Night of Wonder 2024 Building Bridges. Inspiring Minds. Impacting Futures.

Guests will enjoy coffee and morning cocktails, followed by a presentation by designer Stan Dixon. A lunch follows in the remarkable Kirkwood Hall. A reception the evening prior will honor benefactors and patrons. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art; Inviting all people to explore the art in the Museum, and through its broad collection, the depths […]

It will honor individuals who have excelled, local organizations who empower people, and celebrate MoKan Goodwill’s 130 year legacy. Enjoy a silent auction, live music, cocktails, dinner, and an awards ceremony. Former Kansas City, Missouri Mayor Sly James will be the keynote speaker. Business attire. Goodwill’s Breaking Barriers Celebration Empowering people to discover their potential […]

Guests show up to support early childhood literacy, mingle, enjoy food and drinks while shopping the silent auction, taking pictures at the photo booth, and enjoying the entertainment. Books On Tap Reach Out and Read is a national nonprofit that champions the positive effects of shared reading and engaging in other language-rich activities with young […]

Experience an evening of live entertainment, unique cocktails, and elevated hors d’oeuvres, along with silent and live auctions as we light the way for families at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City. End the evening at our exclusive Spark After Dark after-party. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City: To provide a home-away-from-home to […]

Join us for our annual festive, after-hours party at the Library supporting lifelong learning in our community! This fun event features music and dancing, Black & Veatch MakerSpace, savory and sweet bites from local restaurants, delicious cocktails and libations, prize drawings, and more. Johnson County Library Foundation; To build an endowment for the Library’s collection […]

Enjoy a day of golf with AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation. Proceeds support the Area of Greatest Need fund which gives the Foundation flexibility to respond to unanticipated and urgent needs. The tournament features games, gifts, meals, and awards, with an a.m. or p.m. shotgun start available. 6:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m  Golf Classic Inspiring a […]

This event is an experience like no other. Join us for an evening of exciting culinary demonstrations from local chefs, cocktails, food, live and silent auctions, and a host of fun surprises, all to benefit the Olathe Unit. For more than 110 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City has provided connections and […]

We aim to increase the desirability of classical music throughout the community by taking an experiential approach to concerts. Kansas City Symphony Forte  Join us for an immersive journey to experience the elements of earth, air, water, and fire that dance in harmony with symphonic music. This whimsical voyage will embark on September 26th at […]

Dress in the period of your favorite composer or wear black tie and celebrate 25 years with BAS! Enjoy signature cocktails, delicious fare from Local Seasons, flash auction items, a luxury spirits raffle, and special music. Bach Aria Soloists’ 25th Birthday BASH (Bach Aria Soloists Hausparty) Bach Aria Soloists curates and delivers its critically acclaimed concert […]

Join us for an evening of revel with live entertainment, unique experiences, and delicious fare. Bid on works from KCAI alumni, faculty, friends, and staff in the silent auctions or purchase outright in the KCAI Marketplace. All proceeds benefit the KCAI Fund and support student scholarship. Kansas City Art Institute; The mission of the Kansas […]

Night at the Tower – an evening of festivities flowing through the spaces of the National WWI Museum and Memorial as freely as the food and drink. A spectacular night of fun and entertainment awaits, as well as your chance to support a Kansas City treasure. National WWI Museum and Memorial; The National WWI Museum […]

Kansas City’s largest, pet friendly 3K walk and certified 5K run. This event is fun for the whole family – with activities for adults, kids, and dogs! Wayside Waifs; Preparing pets and people for the bond of their lives.

Oakhill Day School’s mission is to provide an academic community where students are challenged, known, valued, and inspired to be their best self. Oakhill Day School Golf Tournament  Join our four-person scramble supporting Oakhill tuition assistance in honor of beloved Helen Wills. Enjoy a Bloody Mary, light breakfast, player gifts, and warm up at the […]

This celebration for National Disability Employment Awareness Month includes networking, breakfast, program, and tours. Hear our mission in action. Job One; To build skills and connections that create employment opportunities for adults with disabilities. Everyone deserves a meaningful day.

The fun evening will feature a delicious menu from Chef D. Watts, live music, games, and a stroll through our local vendors. Harvesting Hope Growing Futures Early Education Center, a Head Start for children and families, provides quality early learning opportunities and family support services for children in Johnson County, Kansas. Its Early Head Start […]

CASA’s annual Hops & Barley event offers an exciting opportunity for guests to enjoy an evening of beer and wine tastings from local businesses, a wine pull, an auction, live music, dining options, and a chance to hear a heartwarming story about the children we serve. CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties: To provide a meaningful voice and […]

Glow All Out is North Kansas City Hospital’s inaugural fundraising event celebrating the healing impact of our health system on the Northland. Guests will enjoy a modern and chic party on the pitch with great entertainment, cocktails, and cuisine. Attire is creative cocktail. North Kansas City Hospital; To provide hope and healing to every life we touch.

Emerging from Harlem, rent parties were a gathering where musicians raised funds to assist someone in paying their rent. Community LINC draws inspiration from these historical rent parties to host its fundraising event where folks can eat, drink, dance, and "raise the rent" for fellow Kansas Citians. Community LINC; Ending homelessness, transforming lives.

The annual art-themed gala features dinner, signature cocktail, drinks, live art, art by Kansas City artists, silent and live auctions, drawings, program, and dancing. Sheffield Place; To empower homeless mothers and their children to heal from their trauma and become self-sufficient.

Enjoy a silent auction and cocktail hour, followed by dinner and a live auction. Although it is a formal event, we do have new themes each year that help to inspire your choice in attire. FosterAdopt Connect; To provide foster and adoptive children a stable, loving and nurturing family environment by support and advocacy for […]

Join us for an evening filled with stories of hope at our largest fundraiser of the year! Guests will enjoy great food and drinks. KidsTLC; To transform the lives of children and families experiencing mental and behavioral health challenges, developmental trauma and autism.

Blanco y Negro is traditionally held during Hispanic Heritage Month. It is the premier fundraising event for Guadalupe Centers. Dress in creative black tie attire for this indoor/outdoor party. Whether it’s a ball gown, cocktail dress, or a stylish suit with or without a bow tie, add a pop of color and let your flair shine! […]