Charitable Events Registry

Jacksonville Magazine’s 2012 Charitable Events Registry

A compilation that highlights nearly 100 local events devoted to raising money for good causes. Behind every listing, there are dozens of people and hundreds of hours focused on making our city and region a better place to live.

Keeping our readers in touch with the city’s non-profit community is the primary motivation for the creation of this year’s Charitable Events Registry. For two weeks our staff contacted dozens of local groups and requested details about their upcoming fundraisers—everything from black-tie galas, wine tastings, walks and more. Posted here are the fruit of all that labor, a calendar-order listing of a variety of upcoming events designed to raise awareness and money for many worthy local causes.

We’ll be adding to the calendar as we learn of new events, so please come back and see what’s been added in the coming months. After all, it takes more than pretty flowers, food, bars, a band and dance floor to make a successful fundraiser. It takes you, too. Non-profits wishing to have events added to the calendar may do so by sending a press release to mail@jacksonvillemag.com

Sponsored by Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (Gold sponsor), JM Family Enterprises, Inc. (Silver sponsor) and United Way (Silver sponsor) • From the August 2012 edition of Jacksonville Magazine

January 31, 2013

Best of Jacksonville Party

For: Jacksonville Magazine’s 2013 nonprofit partner TBA. Kick off the year’s social calendar at this 10th annual party featuring food and drinks from more than 30 leading area restaurants, plus music, a silent auction, and the always-popular party photo station. The party also serves as the official casting call for the 2013 Cover Model Search. $35. West Club at EverBank Field, 6:30-8:30 PM • 389-3622, jacksonvillemag.com

February 22-23, 2013

Whale of a Sale

For: Junior League of Jacksonville. Mega-garage sale attracts hundreds of bargain-hunters on Saturday. Preview party the night before the sale includes cocktails and dinner while shopping for deals. $35-$45 in advance. Jacksonville Fairgrounds, 6:30 PM • 387-9927, jljacksonville.org

February 2, 2013

Florida Forum: Dr. Robert M. Gates

For: The Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital. Dr. Gates’ impressive resume includes time spent in positions such as CIA Director and U.S. Secretary of Defense. He is currently chancellor of the College of William and Mary. $200 for three-speaker series, which also includes Walter Isaacson and Lance Armstrong. Times-Union Center, 7 PM • 202-2886, womensboardwch.com

February 8, 2013

Red Rose Ball

For: St. Vincent’s HealthCare Foundation. The theme of the 32nd annual ball is “Viva La Rosa!” The night will feature dinner, a live auction, music and dancing to raise funds for St. Vincent’s Spine and Brain Institute. $300. Jacksonville Marriott Southpoint, 7 PM • 308-7306, jaxhealth.com/foundation

February 16, 2013

A Night for Heroes

For: Shands Jacksonville. Break out your finest gown and tux to spend an evening at Shands Jacksonville’s annual black-tie gala, which honors the many men and women who support trauma victims and their families. Enjoy dinner, an auction and dancing. $175. Omni Jacksonville Hotel, 6 PM- 10 PM • 244-9750, jax.shands.org

February 23, 2013

Noche de Gala

For: St. Augustine Trust for Historic Preservation. This annual celebration honors St. Augustine’s founder, Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles. Following a procession through Downtown, cocktails, dinner and entertainment will be provided to guests, who should dress either in 16th century dress or black-tie attire. $195. Lightner Museum, Procession 5 PM, Gala 6:30 PM • 827-1888, ci.st-augustine.fl.us

February 23, 2013

Spring Daddy-Daughter Dance

For: Girls Inc. of Jacksonville. Dads and daughters will be served an elegant meal in the Grand Ballroom, and a silent auction will provide the opportunity to bid on family-friendly items and prize packages. $80 per couple. Hyatt Regency, 6-10 PM • 731-9933, girlsincjax.org

February 23, 2013

Root Ball

For: Greenscape of Jacksonville. Bust out your best boot-cut jeans for this casual event with food, entertainment, live music and plenty of dancing. $175, $100 for guests under age 40. The Museum, 4160 Boulevard Center Dr., 7 PM • 398-5757, greenscapeofjacksonville.com

Spring 2013 (Date TBA)

Paint the Town!

For: Art with a Heart in Healthcare. An evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing will raise funds for the organization that brings personalized fine art experiences to the children at Wolfson Children’s Hospital, Nemours Children’s Clinic and Ronald McDonald House. Ticket prices TBA. Pablo Creek Reserve, Time TBA • 306-0390, artwithaheart.info

Spring 2013 (Date TBA)

Trail of Tails: Fun Walk and Festival

For: Humane Society of Jacksonville. Lace up your walking shoes, grab your dog’s leash and head to the Jacksonville Landing for a fun walk and festival designed for dogs and their owners. Ticket prices TBA. Jacksonville Landing, TBA • 725-8766, jaxhumane.org

March 2, 2013

Virtual Cruise 2013

For: Florida State College Foundation.Enjoy a glimpse of Florida State College’s wide range of educational offerings and the opportunity to bid on an exciting selection of silent auction packages. Jacksonville’s finest will be presenting first generation scholarships. General Boarding $125; Young Professionals, Alumni, Faculty and Staff $75. Florida State College at Jacksonville, 7 PM • 632-3237, floridastatecollegefoundation.org

March 15, 2013

9th Annual Spring for the Arts

For: Cathedral Arts Project. Dress in cocktail attire for an evening in a swank venue, with breathtaking auction items, photo opportunities and live music from KTG Entertainment, plus an after-hours party in the NightCAP Lounge. General Admission $125; Young Professionals (ages 35 and under) $75. Deerwood Country Club, 6:30 PM-10:30 PM • 281-5599, capkids.org

March 16, 2013

BBQ and Western

For: Vision is Priceless Council. More than 450 people attended this event in 2011 to sample a buffet of homemade barbecue, and this year’s event is extra special because it celebrates Vision is Priceless’ 30th anniversary. There will also be games, a silent auction and live music. $35. St. Augustine Gun and Rod Club, 5 PM • 308-2020, visionispriceless.org

March 20, 2013

Our Portraits of PACE Luncheon

For: PACE Center for Girls. An invitation-only luncheon honoring the PACE Center’s community partners and young ladies in the community who have overcome adversity to achieve their goals. Free. Location TBA, Noon • 448-8002, pacecenter.org

March 27-31

Jacksonville Fashion Week

For: Dignity U Wear. This multi-event fashion production features runway shows with local, regional and national designers while partnering with local businesses to benefit a local charity. Ticket prices vary by event. Weeklong pas-ses and individual event tickets available. Locations and times vary by event • jaxfashionweek.com

March 7 (date TBA)

Great Chefs of Jacksonville

For: Second Harvest North Florida. It’s Iron Chef, Jacksonville style. Eight of the city’s most talented chefs are divided into two teams to cook and compete for audience votes. Guests will judge each dish and choose a favorite dish and team. Only 160 tickets are available for this popular event. $175. TPC Sawgrass. 7 PM • 353-3663,  wenourishhope.org

April 2013 (Date TBA)

Red, White and Blush

For: Quigley House. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres while tasting wines from around the world and participating in silent and live auctions. Ticket prices TBA. Location and time TBA • 284-0340, quigleyhouse.org

March 15, 2013

Tom Coughlin Wine Tasting Gala

For: Tom Coughlin Jay Fund Foundation. More than 40 restaurants showcase their culinary expertise as attendees bid in silent auctions and taste a variety of domestic and international wines; hosted by two-time Super Bowl champ coach Tom Coughlin. Ticket prices TBA. Location and time TBA • 543-2599, tcjayfund.org

April 6, 2013

Setting the Pace for Peace Domestic Violence Awareness Walk

For: Hubbard House. Annual walk builds awareness of domestic violence and fulfills the Hubbard House’s mission to make every relationship violence-free. Free. Jacksonville Landing, 9 AM • 354-3114, hubbardhousewalk.org

April 6, 2013

Walk to Cure Diabetes

For: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Charity walk featuring a family atmosphere with food, games, bounce houses and more. Jacksonville Fairgrounds, 9 AM • 739-2101, jdrfnorthflorida.org

April 13, 2013

Gala of Giving

For: Catholic Charities. The annual Gala brings people together to support Catholic Charities’ efforts to reduce poverty. Enjoy an evening of gourmet dining and dancing. $150, $100 ages 21-35. Hyatt Regency Riverfront, TBA • 354-4846, ccbjax.org

April 18, 2013

Celebrate GOOD

HandsOn Jacksonville. During National Volunteer Week, HandsOn Jacksonville proudly recognizes the most influential individuals and companies in the community for their good deeds throughout the year. Guests can expect good times with good people at the Celebrate GOOD awards. Tickets $25-$100. Times-Union Center, 6 PM • 332-6767, handsonjacksonville.org

April 25, 2012

Dining Out for Life

For: Northeast Florida AIDS Network. During this annual event, restaurants throughout Jacksonville volunteer to donate 25 percent or more of their daily sales to NFAN to support HIV/AIDS services in Northeast Florida. Visit the website for a list of participating restaurants • 356-1612, nfanjax.org

April 27, 2013

Spring Gala

For: Quigley House. Mingle with patrons and enjoy hors d’oeuvres at this business casual wine tasting. There will be a raffle and silent and live auctions. $60, $100 per couple. Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts, 6-8:30 PM • 284-0340, quigleyhouse.org

April 27, 2013

McGala

For: Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville. Dinner, dancing and auctions are the highlights of this annual gala benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of Jacksonville, which provides a home away from home for families displaced by a sick child’s medical treatment. Ticket prices TBA. Sawgrass Marriott Resort, TBA • 807-4663, rmhjax.org

April 27, 2013

Cowford Ball

For: American Cancer Society. Break out your cowboy boots for this Western-style event featuring mouth-watering food, live and silent auctions, midway games, dancing and more. $250-$750. Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fairgrounds, 6 PM • 391-3613, cancer.org

April 27, 2013

Butterfly Festival

For: Tree Hill Nature Center. A full day of family fun celebrates nature and butterflies with a live butterfly exhibit, music, vendors, food, drinks and animals. $5. Tree Hill Nature Center, TBA • 724-4646, treehill.org

Spring 2013

Match for a Cure

For: March of Dimes and Miracle Match Foundation. All attendees will see celebrated tennis players compete in several matches throughout the day, and VIPs will have the opportunity to attend a special meet-and-greet reception with the players. Ticket prices TBA. Location and time TBA • miraclematchfoundation.com

May 4, 2013

4th Annual RiverHops

For: North Florida School for Special Education. Chef Tom Gray from Bistro AIX will prepare a gourmet wine pairing dinner at a private home along the banks of the St. Johns River. $125. Location TBA, 6-10 PM • 724-8326, northfloridaschool.org

Late Spring 2013 (Date TBA)

Fashion Show Fundraiser

For: Youth Crisis Center/Touchstone Village. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served, followed by a showcase of attire by fashion, couture and retail designers from New York and Florida. Ticket prices TBA. Location and time TBA • 720-0002, ycc.org

June 6, 2013

Jacksonville FOODFIGHT

For: Second Harvest North Florida. More than 60 of the First Coast’s best restaurants, caterers and beverage wholesalers will showcase and serve their signature dishes at this annual food party that aims to “take a bite out of hunger.” $60, $100 VIP. Everbank Field, 6:30 PM • 739-7074, jacksonvillefoodfight.com