The event kicks off with a social hour, offering attendees an opportunity to network and learn more about the organization’s mission. Following a delicious lunch, guests will hear inspiring stories from families whose lives have been transformed by a fulfilled dream. The highlight of the afternoon will be the paddle raise, where attendees can directly contribute to bringing future dreams to life. Since its founding in 1981, the St. Petersburg-based nonprofit has fulfilled over 4,000 dreams for children across West Central Florida battling life-threatening illnesses. With over 170 children currently awaiting their dream-come-true, the Children’s Dream Fund relies on community support through events like the Dreammaker Luncheon to provide hope and joy to these children and their families. The Children’s Dream Fund is one of the oldest and most active independent wish-granting organizations in the United States. Serving children ages 3-21, the organization remains committed to making dreams a reality and creating lasting memories for those who need them most.

One of the largest Fine Art Festivals in Florida! Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Chamber of Commerce The 49th Tarpon Springs Fine Arts Festival, which is located in beautiful Craig Park , offers more than 150 exhibiting artists, selected by a Jury of discriminating art professionals. Visitors enjoy a full schedule of music, sample craft beers, and taste a variety of crowd-pleasing international foods.

Stirrup Hope is the annual fundraising gala for Quantum Leap Farm’s equine-assisted therapy programs. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, March 8th under a glowing Florida sunset. We expect 400 guests in Quantum’s riding arena again this year! Our theme this year is Disney’s Tangled, a movie based on the story of Rapunzel. Her story teaches us that although it may seem scary, adventuring out of your comfort zone may lead to great new experiences for you. Rapunzel’s journey – so closely parallels that of many of our veterans, pediatric cancer patients, and children and adults with special needs. They too are navigating a difficult and sometimes isolating journey, trying to find that place where they belong. Quantum is that place, and our gentle horses and professional staff are here to help them do just that! At Quantum, our dedicated staff, volunteers, and especially our generous donors are those friends that help our therapy participants See the Light! 

More than just a fundraising walk, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life brings together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. This volunteer-led experience unites communities to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and raise funds to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. Although each Relay For Life event embraces the uniqueness of the home community, every event does have the same four signature elements: a celebration of cancer survivors, a celebration of caregivers, a luminaria ceremony to honor and remember loved ones, and the opportunity to fight back against cancer.

The Cinderella Ball is an annual black-tie optional fundraising dinner and auction for the Foundation. Proceeds from this event benefit the many programs of the Pasco Education Foundation, such as scholarships, creative teaching grants, and recognition events for students and district employees

Join us for our Disco in the Desert Gala at The James Museum! If you are interested in a ticket or sponsorship, please reach out to Peggy Varvaris at 727-825-1086 or Pelagia.Varvaris@Baycare.org.

The MoM Executive Board is pleased to present the 2nd MoM Art Auction, taking place-as part of our Annual MoM Conference- \March 18, 2025 from 6-8pm at The Spiral Staircase in Tampa, Florida in partnership with OXH Gallery. The partnership represents the nexus of m/otherhood and arts organizations signaling a shift in Tampa Bay’s cultural landscape. To that end, MoM collects, preserves, and disseminates Mother Made Art with a passion for the cultural, social, and historical issues and experiences that affect women, inclusive of all reproductive identities.

Join us for Empty Bowls, a global movement raising awareness of food insecurity while raising critical funds for local charities who fight hunger (like us!) At this impactful event, you'll: - Choose an artisan-crafted bowl to take home - Enjoy delicious soup and salad from local restaurants - Bid on amazing items in our silent auction Every bowl serves as a reminder of those facing hunger daily - and every ticket helps provide food to those in need. Tickets are $30 Event is 11am-2pm

"OOH LA LA HATS BY GIGI!" will be a fun and elegant evening in the Museum of Fine Arts' Marly Room. Gigi will have her beautiful creations to view, try on, and purchase. There will also be a retrospective of her personal favorites. Small bites and beverages will be provided. Hosted by: Sylvia Stanley and Bethsabe Bockman-Pedersen

Channel your best Jimmy Buffett vibes! Flip flops and tropical attire are encouraged. We will have a gourmet burger bar with all the fixings, music, and, of course, margaritas! Please join us for a relaxed evening of fun with friends. Hosted by: Greg and Mary Deininger

Together, we are relentlessly focused on the heart of our community. Through the Heart of Tampa Bay Heart Ball campaign, we celebrate our collective success in driving change, funding science and improving health outcomes for everyone, everywhere. That means taking our efforts beyond the ballroom, working every day to help every heart. For more than 100 years, the American Heart Association has made bold moves to save lives and pioneer scientific discoveries. We haven’t done it alone. We reach our goals working with organizations and individuals who share our vision for better health. The Heart of Tampa Bay campaign unites supporters with a shared purpose to raise the critical funds we need to ensure our work continues. Throughout our campaign we celebrate our milestones, we thank our sponsors, and we honor our heroes. We come together to achieve something bigger than ourselves. We live fierce and fight for all.

This is a charity event for homeless and disabled Veterans that reside at Liberty Manor for Veterans. Renown Chef Blanchette President of the American Culinary Arts is serving an exceptional delicacy brunch like never before! 11am-1pm