For over two decades, Fashion Funds the Cure has been delighting audiences and giving children battling cancer the experience of a lifetime on the runway while raising critical funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research. This nationwide runway tour shares the story of local children battling cancer and weaves their dreams for the future into a high-fashion, upscale event.

Each season, St. Pete Opera employs hundreds of brillant singers, musicians, designers, dancers and talented support staff to realize our vision of artistic excellence. Through our education and community engagement programs, we educate thousands of local school children and entertain 10,000+ area residents with our mainstage operas, concerts and educational initiatives. But even the best-selling shows only cover a third of the cost of producing top-quality musical entertainment. Support SPO with your tax-deductible donation. Gifts can be in any amount, made online or by phone, and we accept credit cards, checks and gifts of stock and planned giving.

The FARA Energy Ball is a high-energy gala that brings together hundreds of supporters to raise funds for critical research into Friedreich’s ataxia (FA). Guests will enjoy delicious food, drinks, dancing and entertainment — all while supporting a worthy cause. The event also features a silent and live auction, with proceeds benefiting FARA’s research programs and the USF Health Ataxia Research Center.