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BAY AREA CHARITY EVENTS

  • Maitri Gala 2026
    Maitri Gala 2026
    Sat, Mar 28
    Crowne Plaza Palo Alto
    Join us on Saturday, March 28th as we celebrate the courage and resilience of the people we serve! Maitri helps families and individuals from South Asia facing domestic violence, emotional abuse, cultural alienation, or family conflict.
  • Paving the Way
    Paving the Way
    Thu, Apr 16
    The Conservatory at One Sansome
    Join us for an inspiring evening featuring a cocktail reception, followed by a live auction where bids on unique items and experiences will directly support Larkin Street’s impactful programs. Paving the Way Gala plays a crucial role in aiding San Francisco’s youth facing or at risk of homelessness.
  • Children Health Guild’s Spring Gala
    Children Health Guild’s Spring Gala
    Sat, Apr 18
    Bimbo's 365 Club
    Join us for Children Health Guild’s Spring Gala featuring live music, cocktails, cuisine, live and silent auctions, and a vibrant celebration of generosity, community and impact. Funds raised will ensure families receive exceptional medical treatment alongside compassionate, holistic support.
  • Pop Up Guest Chef Dinner
    Pop Up Guest Chef Dinner
    Tue, Apr 21
    Farming Hope's Refettorio SF
    Join Farming Hope as we kickoff SF Cookbook Week with special guests Chef Dong Choi and Chef Tu David Phu for a night of incredible food and inspiring community in tribute to the late Chef Charles Phan. Proceeds from the evening support's Farming Hope's culinary job training and food justice work.
  • Creating Hope: Pathways to Strength
    Creating Hope: Pathways to Strength
    Thu, May 07
    3200 California St. - San Francisco
    Join us for this year's annual gala celebrating the 34th anniversary of Shalom Bayit, the Bay Area's center for domestic violence prevention and response within the Jewish community. Includes a reception, strolling dinner, and speaker program. This year's event will shine a light on financial abuse.
  • Operation Freedom Paws 15th Annual Golf Tournament
    Operation Freedom Paws 15th Annual Golf Tournament
    Fri, May 08
    Coyote Creek Golf Club
    Join us for an 18-hole shotgun tournament at the Coyote Creek Golf Club. You'll enjoy a light breakfast, contests, silent auction, drawings, and contest will receive great prizes at the awards luncheon immediately after the tournament. Proceeds directly to support Operation Freedom Paws mission.
  • 38th Annual Star Chefs & Vintners Gala
    38th Annual Star Chefs & Vintners Gala
    Sun, May 17
    Fort Mason Center
    Join Gala Chef Chair Stuart Brioza of Michelin starred The Progress, State Bird Provisions & Anchovy Bar for exquisite dishes prepared over 70 of Northern California’s finest chefs, to the world-class wines poured by more than 60 exceptional sommeliers and vintners. All in support of SF Seniors!
  • Avenidas Lifetimes of Achievement 2026
    Avenidas Lifetimes of Achievement 2026
    Sun, May 17
    Atherton
    Mark your calendars and get ready to help us celebrate Avenidas’ signature event on May 17th to recognize the next group of outstanding honorees and to celebrate the impact of Avenidas in the community.
  • 10th Annual Foster 5K & Kids Dash
    10th Annual Foster 5K & Kids Dash
    Sun, May 17
    Martial Cottle Park - San Jose
    All proceeds benefit Child Advocates of Silicon Valley who serves our community's most vulnerable children - foster children aged birth to 21 years old who have experienced abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment. Together we can help LIFT UP our foster children.
  • Schoolhouse Rocks 5K
    Schoolhouse Rocks 5K
    Sun, May 17
    Menlo Park
    Join 1,500+ parents, kids, neighbors, runners and non-runners for the Schoolhouse Rocks 5K or 1-mile Fun Run. Our community will come together for fun and exercise in support of our MPCSD schools! After the race, enjoy the Festival featuring bouncy houses, games, music, food trucks, and tons of FUN!
  • Unleash Happiness Gala
    Unleash Happiness Gala
    Sat, May 30
    2890 Mitchell Drive - Walnut Creek
    Join us at the Unleash Happiness Gala featuring renown cat behaviorist and TV personality Jackson Galaxy. This unforgettable celebration supports Joybound’s vital programs that help pets and the people who love them. Expect meaningful impact, exceptional company, and a touch of disco flair.
  • Walk a Mile in Their Shoes
    Walk a Mile in Their Shoes
    Thu, Jun 11
    South Bay
    Join us for this light-hearted event to raise awareness about a serious issue, sexual assault and domestic violence. Funds raised through this event provide critical and life-saving support services to survivors.
  • 2nd Annual Golf with Heart
    2nd Annual Golf with Heart
    Fri, Jun 12
    Tilden Park Golf Course
    Join us for the 2nd Annual Golf With Heart tournament benefiting Family House families with children facing serious illness - where a day on the green makes a lasting impact. Enjoy Early Bird Tacos, It’s-It ice cream, drinks, specialty holes, team prizes, and an intimate happy hour after the round.
  • One Big Table
    One Big Table
    Sat, Sep 12
    900 Pennsylvania Ave - San Francisco
    Join us this Fall at One Big Table, a culinary event featuring celebrated Bay Area chefs donating their talents to raise funds to support the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. Enjoy a dinner, food sampling reception, a program featuring stories of impact, and an after-dinner dance party.
  • Bay Area CFO of the Year Awards
    Bay Area CFO of the Year Awards
    Thu, Sep 24
    Hyatt Regency - San Francisco
    Come join this annual event which has raised more than $8 million for Larkin Street Youth Services, empowering homeless and at-risk youth by offering an award-winning model of housing, education, employment and health services.
  • 30th Annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs
    30th Annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs
    Sat, Sep 26
    Silverado Resort & Spa - Napa
    Join Family House’s annual wine auction and fundraiser, Cabernet for Connoisseurs, in an unforgettable celebration blending outstanding local wine and philanthropy in a truly meaningful way. Enjoy wines from world-class local vintners, a gourmet dinner, live auction & musical performance, and more!
  • Miracles on the Bay
    Miracles on the Bay
    Fri, Oct 16
    San Francisco
    Join us for Miracles on the Bay and enjoy a networking cocktail hour, seated dinner, a hosted bar, live auction and the best after-party in town. All proceeds from this event benefit St. Jude, where families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food.
  • San Mateo Rotary Fun Run
    San Mateo Rotary Fun Run
    Sun, Oct 18
    San Mateo
    This isn't just any run; it's the 18th annual spooktacular event with a playful Halloween theme perfect for families! Dress up, show off your costume, and race for awesome prizes, goody bags, and the chance to win big in our raffle giveaways. Come one, come all!!
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