Charity/Fundraising Events
Treasures of Texas
River Oaks Country Club 1600 River Oaks Blvd., Houston, TX, United StatesThis year, Mental Health America of Greater Houston is celebrating 63 years of mental health education and advocacy. To commemorate this legacy of service, event chairs Molly and Matthew LaFauci and honorary chairs Maureen and Jim Hackett invite you to the 2017 Treasures of Texas tribute dinner where Dr. Lucy Puryear, Medical Director of The …
37th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market
NRG Center 8400 Kirby, Houston, TX, United StatesShoppers will kick off the holidays at the 37th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market Rockin’ and Shoppin’ at NRG Center from November 8-12. Over 280 merchants from across the country will participate and showcase their unique gift items, including home décor, gourmet food, apparel, toys, candles, jewelry, novelties, accessories and more. Ten percent of all …
21st Annual Art on the Avenue
Winter Street Studios 2101 Winter Street, Houston, TX, United StatesWith nearly 500 original works from more than 250 local artists, Art on the Avenue is Houston's ultimate “buy local” fundraiser. Now in its 21st year, the event has grown to become the city’s largest silent charity art auction, benefiting the community revitalization efforts of non-profit community development organization Avenue, which in the aftermath of …
2017 All In For Adoption Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament
Arms Wide Adoption Services 6925 Portwest Drive, Suite 110, Houston, United StatesHosted on November 16, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at a private club in River Oaks, Arms Wide Adoption Services’ annual All In for Adoption Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament has become one of the premier poker tournaments in Houston over the past few years. In addition to the tournament, All In for Adoption …
Solis Mammography’s ‘Help Us Help Houston’
For every mammogram appointment scheduled and completed at any Solis Mammography center in the Houston area between Oct. 23 and Dec. 31, $10 will be donated to the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund by Solis Mammography and its partners in the effort, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division and Hologic. To signal their participation in the campaign, …
Houston Via Colori® Street Painting Festival
Hermann Square at City Hall 900 Smith Street, HoustonThe 12th annual Houston Via Colori® Street Painting Festival is one of the city’s signature art and music festivals. More than 200 local and international artists converge on the streets of downtown Houston to create live street paintings right before your eyes. Attendees can enjoy live music performed by local bands and entertainers on three …
11th Annual Concierge Classic Golf Tournament
Wildcat Golf Club 12000 Almeda rd., Houston, United StatesOrganization: Houston Concierge Association Event: 11th Annual Concierge Classic Golf Tournament (benefiting HCA Endowment Scholarship Fund for the UofH Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management) Date and Time: Monday, November 20, 2017, 8:30 a.m. Venue: Wildcat Golf Club, 12000 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77045 Price: • GOLD: $400.00 - Includes Foursome and …
TXU Energy BakerRipley Turkey Trot
5177 Richmond 5177 Richmond, Houston, TX, United StatesJoin BakerRipley and TXU Energy for Houston’s Largest Turkey Trot! Over 20,000 of runners and supporters will gather together to fill the Galleria area on Thanksgiving Morning in support of a good cause. This year, the TXU Energy BakerRipley Turkey Trot is celebrating 25 years of bringing Houstonians together to help serve nearly half-a-million individuals. …
Houston Strong Furniture Drive
Houston Furniture Bank 8220 Mosley Rd., Houston, TX, United StatesJoin the Houston Furniture Bank for its Houston Strong Furniture Drive Saturday, 2, 2017! During this holiday season, the non-profit organization in collaboration with several local retailers and other community organizations will host the citywide Houston Strong Furniture Drive at six area locations from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. All furniture collected during the drive …
Trees For Houston young professional group Redbuds host Holiday Happy Hour Drive to benefit Blue Santa
This holiday season RedBuds is giving back to the Houston community by hosting Holiday Happy Hour drive to collect toys for operation Blue Santa. On Thursday, December 14th, Redbuds will host Holiday Happy Hour at The Owl Bar where attendees will have the opportunity to donate a stuffed animal, books or games to Blue Santa. …
65th Annual Charity CAT SHOW
George R. Brown Convention Center 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, HoustonCat connoisseurs, feline aficionados and all those curious about everything Cat, the 65th annual Houston Cat Club Charity Cat Show returns to Houston’s George A. Brown Convention Center January 6th and 7th. Billed as a ‘legacy of greatness,’ the show is one of the oldest and largest cat shows in the nation bringing in as …
Urban Harvest Fruit Tree Sale 2018
Houston Community College West Loop Campus 5601 West Loop South, Houston, United StatesUrban Harvest's 18th Annual Fruit Tree Sale takes place Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, at the Houston Community College West Loop Campus. Gardeners of all skill levels can shop for more than 100 varieties of fruit trees that are adapted to grow in the climate and soils of the greater Houston area, including selections suitable for …
Superheroes Unite
Bay Area Raceway 3825 Gulf Freeway, DickinsonCosplay Time!!! Come dressed as your favorite Superhero! Guests will vote for best costume & winner receives a prize! Door Prizes for the FIRST 20 people dressed in Cosplay! 1st Place prize ($100 value) for the Video Game Challenge! Who will be left standing?? Will it be you?? Entry to video game contest is $10 …
Texas Monthly’s Second Annual Whiskey Affair Returns to Houston!
Silver Street Studios 2000 Edwards St., Houston, TX, United StatesTickets to the second annual Texas Monthly Whiskey Affair are on-sale now! Save the date for Thursday, February 8 at Silver Street Studios from 6pm - 10pm for a premium whiskey tasting event that will highlight up to 50 brown spirits and celebrate the whiskey lifestyle with delicious chef pairings, couture cocktails, and live music …
30th Annual Good Samaritan Foundation Pearl Ball
River Oaks Country Club 1600 River Oaks Blvd., Houston, TX, United StatesGood Samaritan Foundation and event chairs Allison and Geoff Leach host the 30th annual Pearl Ball on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. at the River Oaks Country Club. Themed “Jabulani,” meaning “rejoice” in Zulu, this year’s African safari-themed event features live music by Empire 6. Proceeds from the event help maintain one of …
Superheroes Unite 2.0
Bay Area Raceway 3825 Gulf Freeway, DickinsonCome dressed in Cosplay as your favorite Superhero!! Guests will vote for the best costume, & the winner receives a prize! Door Prizes for the FIRST 20 people dressed in Cosplay! 1st Place prize ($100 value) for the Video Game Challenge! Who will be left standing?? Will it be you?? Entry to video game contest …
Decadent Desserts & Dancing
Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon 11410 Hempstead Road, Houston, TX, United StatesWith lots of dancing, vote-with-your-dollars Chef Competition of local LGBTQ bakers, dessert buffet, BBQ, photo booth, raffle, and dance competitions, you don’t want to miss the fun! Decadent Desserts & Dancing supports AssistHers, providing resources and care for the most vulnerable women in our community. Main event 2-5p, VIP Reception with open bar 1-2p www.montrosecenter.org/ddd
12th Annual HSPVA Friends Encore Luncheon
Marriott Marquis Houston 1777 Walker St., HoustonHSPVA Friends, the non-profit organization that supports the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA), will host its 12th annual Encore Luncheon on Friday, March 2, 2018, at the Marriott Marquis in downtown Houston. Pulitzer Prize finalist and critically-acclaimed novelist, Susan Choi (Theatre ’86), will be honored as HSPVA’s 2018 Distinguished Alumna. Susan …
AIDS Walk Houston 2018 “Rock the Walk”
Sam Houston Park 1000 Bagby Street, HoustonAIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH) hosts the 29th annual AIDS Walk Houston on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at Sam Houston Park in Downtown Houston. This signature event is the city’s single greatest response in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Funds raised help local HIV/AIDS service organizations provide programs and services to almost 30,000 Houstonians impacted by …
AIDS Foundation Houston presents “Rock the Walk”
Sam Houston Park 1000 Bagby Street, HoustonAIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH) announces the lineup for the “Rock the Walk” concert following the 29th annual AIDS Walk Houston on Sunday, March 4, 2018. Houston musicians Bun B, Paul Wall* *and Los Skarnales, along with DJ Gracie Chavez, will perform at the finish line party, which takes place at Sam Houston Park in …
PLUR Pajama Party
Absolem's Midtown Mojo Manufacturers 4023 Polk Street, HoustonCome dressed in your favorite pj's or onesies!! This FREE EVENT is about local Dj's joining together to share their EDM styles with the community of Houston. PLUR is offering a weekly spot to enjoy the EDM music in a safe environment! The purpose of this event is to show the community that we know …
Bringin’ in the Green
2346 Wroxton, Houston, Texas 77005 2346 Wroxton, HoustonThis annual St Patrick’s Day celebration will feature open bar, appetizers, silent auction, and a great chance to network with Center supporters. Don’t miss one of LGBTQ Houston’s longest running events! Due to the generous underwriting of hosts Glenn Dickson & Justin Liendo, ticket sales and sponsorships support Hatch Youth Services’ collaborative to end LGBTQ …
Keels and Wheels Uncorked
Post Oak Motor Cars 1530, Houston, TX, United StatesThe 9th Annual Keels & Wheels Uncorked event is scheduled for Thursday, March 22, 2018 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Bentley Showroom of Post Oak Motor Cars, located at the all-new Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston, the city’s newest luxury destination featuring 250 ultra-modern guestrooms and suites, 20 fully equipped hotel residences …
The Thread Alliance’s 6th Annual Blue Plate Special
Houston Participating Restaurants Houston, TX, United StatesOn Sunday, April 1, 2018, The Thread Alliance will launch the Blue Plate Special, its annual month-long campaign encouraging Houstonians to stand up for child abuse prevention and dine out at participating Blue Plate Special restaurants. In an effort to spread awareness and education, The Thread Alliance is inviting local restaurants to join the movement …
FREE Tax Help & Preparation For People Who Use American Sign Language
Ripley House Neighborhood Center 4410 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX, United StatesBakerRipley and the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities are partnering again to provide FREE ASL interpreting tax preparation services! BakerRipley, with the help of Nightingale Interpreting Services, is offering tax preparation and completion services to deaf individuals. Tax services provided by BakerRipley, the Mayor's Office, and Nightingale Interpreting services include tax preparation and completion, …