Fundraisers & Events

November 12-14, 2018 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday): An annual conference, pitch competition and technology showcase! Innovation Louisiana 2018 is an event held by the New Orleans BioInnovation Center, a group and center that brings together innovators, entrepreneurs, investors and technology scouts in the life science, green energy and STEM community. Registration information here!

November 16, 2018 (Friday): Help YAYA celebrate thirty years! Just Say YAYA supports YAYA’s tuition-free arts and entrepreneurship training programs for local youth. Details here!

November 17, 2018 (Saturday): The Cookin For College Chili Cook-Off is a family event sponsored by Bayhi Shake to benefit Jefferson Dollars for Scholars where attendees can sample delicious homemade chili! Details here!

November 17, 2018 (Saturday): The 7th annual Touch a Truck will provide families the opportunity to interact with the wide variety of businesses and vehicles that protect, serve, and build South Louisiana. Touch a Truck helps children connect these vehicles to possible careers in construction, manufacturing, emergency response, and many others. Not only will families have fun at this event, but 100% of the proceeds will help women and families in Greater New Orleans through JLNO’s mission, community projects, and volunteer efforts. Details here!

November 17, 2018 (Saturday): An American Heart Association Heart Walk in Lasalle Park at 8:00 a.m. Click here for details.

November 17, 2018 (Saturday): Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. CLICK HERE to find a walk near you!

December 1, 2018 (Saturday): Teacher Professional Development (STEM) - Teachers will delve deeper into the new Louisiana Student Standards for Science focusing on the practices of science and how to create minds-on learning experiences for students. Participating teachers will receive a stipend thanks to support from the Joe W. and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation. Visit this website for more information.

December 7, 2018 (Friday): Join The Refinery Mission, a faith-based mission for men, for their Annual Celebration! Gather with them for lunch, meet and hear testimonies and shop at a silent auction. Find more details here.

December 7, 2018 (Friday): Participants will get the opportunity to RAPPEL 25 stories down NOLA's Benson Tower, RIDE in a helicopter & SWAT train with Louisiana's finest at the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Training Facility, while raising much needed funds for Special Olympics Louisiana athletes! Details here!

December 8, 2018 (Saturday): A Gala for the benefit of the Mercy Family Center, a health system formed by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. Find more info here.

December 9, 2018 (Sunday): YMCA of Greater New Orleans Children's Unified Benefits and Services (Y CUBS) 1st Gala benefiting the Autism Community in the GNO area. Details here!

February 10, 2019 (Sunday): A fashion show featuring clothing from the Bridge House Thrift Stores that has been transformed into fashionable outfits by local designers. The event also features food from local restaurants, a silent auction (featuring items modeled on the runway), a cash bar, and entertainment! Details here.

March 30, 2019 (Saturday): A fundraiser to be held at the VFW Post 2130 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Enjoy a night of auctions, a guest speaker, banquet dinner and much more! Follow emerging details here.

March 27-31, 2019 (Wednesday - Sunday): The Festival’s mission is threefold: to serve the community through educational, theatrical, literary, and musical programs; to nurture, support, and showcase regional, national and international writers, actors, musicians, and other artists; to honor the creative genius of Tennessee Williams, who considered this city his spiritual home. Get details here!

April 4, 2019 (Thursday): Save the Date for the 10th Annual Event for the benefit of the Edible Schoolyard New Orleans! It will be a lovely celebration of edible education!

April 6, 2019 (Saturday): Bridge House / Grace House is proud to invite you to support and participate in Cochon Cotillion XXIII. Sponsorship opportunities here!

April 27, 2019 (Saturday): Register for a walk in La Salle Park for this fundraising event to raise awareness for, and eliminate drunk and drugged driving. Rally together, with over 90 cities around the nation to help create a future for MADD No More Victims.

May 22 & 23, 2019 (Wed. & Thurs.): An awards gala celebrating individuals and organizations whose work reflects the values and spirit of those who served our country during the WWII years. Visit The National WWII Museum website for more information.