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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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68 fundraising Events Found
Friends of Alamance County Public Libraries Spring Book Sale
Spring book sale featuring 50,000 books, very well organized. Members only sale Friday March 6, 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm. General public sale March 7-15. Large number of Southern and NC authors. Cash and checks only.
May Memorial Library
$3.00 - Hardback...
$3.00 - Hardbacks $3.00, Paperbacks $2.00, Lower prices on children's books, Scanner fee $10
3/6/26
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Friends of Alamance County Public Libraries Spring Book Sale
Spring book sale featuring 50,000 books, very well organized. Members only sale Friday March 6, 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm. General public sale March 7-15. Large number of Southern and NC authors. Cash and checks only.
$3.00 - Hardback...
$3.00 - Hardbacks $3.00, Paperbacks $2.00, Lower prices on children's books, Scanner fee $10
In-Person
Mar 6, 5:00 PM ET
Sourced:
https://booksalefinder.com/NC.html
01-17-2026
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Celebrate Play Gala 2026
An evening fundraising gala for The Iowa Children's Museum featuring champagne cocktails, multi-course dinner, live and silent auctions, games, and entertainment. Black-and-white dress theme. Supports museum exhibits, operations, and programs including ICM for Everyone program providing free/reduced admission for families with financial need. Event runs 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm with full menu including appetizers, salad, entree options, and dessert.
Hyatt Regency Coralville
$125.00 - Indivi...
$125.00 - Individual tickets $125, Table Sponsors $1,500 for 10 people
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Celebrate Play Gala 2026
An evening fundraising gala for The Iowa Children's Museum featuring champagne cocktails, multi-course dinner, live and silent auctions, games, and entertainment. Black-and-white dress theme. Supports museum exhibits, operations, and programs including ICM for Everyone program providing free/reduced admission for families with financial need. Event runs 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm with full menu including appetizers, salad, entree options, and dessert.
$125.00 - Indivi...
$125.00 - Individual tickets $125, Table Sponsors $1,500 for 10 people
In-Person
Mar 8, 12:30 AM ET
Fundraising
Gala
Children's Museum
Stem Education Support
Community Event
Auction
Family Support
Educational Funding
Sourced:
https://theicm.org/event/gala2026
02-10-2026
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SPLASH! 2026
Step into the roaring 1920s at SPLASH! 2026 on March 7th at the Oklahoma Aquarium! Indulge in the top brews and bites from Oklahoma's best breweries and restaurants--all with a Prohibition-era twist. Costumes are encouraged but not required. VIP Entry at 6 P.M., General Entry at 7 P.M., 21+ Only. Enjoy after-hours access to explore all 10,000 creatures, raffles, wine & whiskey pull, craft cocktails, and live entertainment. Proceeds support the Fish Friend's Scholarship Fund for underserved schools. The Oklahoma Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Oklahoma Aquarium
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Ticket prices not specified
3/8/26
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Mar
8
SPLASH! 2026
Step into the roaring 1920s at SPLASH! 2026 on March 7th at the Oklahoma Aquarium! Indulge in the top brews and bites from Oklahoma's best breweries and restaurants--all with a Prohibition-era twist. Costumes are encouraged but not required. VIP Entry at 6 P.M., General Entry at 7 P.M., 21+ Only. Enjoy after-hours access to explore all 10,000 creatures, raffles, wine & whiskey pull, craft cocktails, and live entertainment. Proceeds support the Fish Friend's Scholarship Fund for underserved schools. The Oklahoma Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Ticket prices no...
Ticket prices not specified
In-Person
Mar 8, 1:00 AM ET
Fundraising
Aquarium
Marine Biology
Conservation
Education
Scholarship Fund
After-Hours
Nonprofit
Marine Science
Environmental Education
Sourced:
https://okaquarium.org/243/SPLASH
02-10-2026
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Wines for Wildlife
Join Kalli Vitale as she hosts Wines for Wildlife, the Phoenix Zoo Auxiliary's second annual tasting event! Featuring acclaimed wines from DA Vines Vineyard, paired perfectly with food samplings, this elegant evening will dazzle your taste buds. Enjoy the rare opportunity to experience up-close animal encounters while savoring exquisite flavors. Animal Encounters: 5 p.m., Wine Tasting: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Phoenix Zoo
Tickets availabl...
Tickets available - contact for pricing
3/8/26
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Mar
8
Wines for Wildlife
Join Kalli Vitale as she hosts Wines for Wildlife, the Phoenix Zoo Auxiliary's second annual tasting event! Featuring acclaimed wines from DA Vines Vineyard, paired perfectly with food samplings, this elegant evening will dazzle your taste buds. Enjoy the rare opportunity to experience up-close animal encounters while savoring exquisite flavors. Animal Encounters: 5 p.m., Wine Tasting: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Tickets availabl...
Tickets available - contact for pricing
In-Person
Mar 8, 3:00 AM ET
02-12-2026
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How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Fundraising is strategic relationship work, but too often, it is inaccessible to the organizations most proximate to the communities that need it most. This hands-on workshop equips nonprofit leaders to raise capital without a formal fundraising team by applying systems thinking, AI, and streamlined workflows to industry-standard fundraising practices. Participants will address three core challenges--pipeline tracking, grant management, and CEO email execution--and leave with clear, actionable strategies to raise money more effectively, build capacity, and scale their impact.
Austin Marriott Downtown
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Fundraising is strategic relationship work, but too often, it is inaccessible to the organizations most proximate to the communities that need it most. This hands-on workshop equips nonprofit leaders to raise capital without a formal fundraising team by applying systems thinking, AI, and streamlined workflows to industry-standard fundraising practices. Participants will address three core challenges--pipeline tracking, grant management, and CEO email execution--and leave with clear, actionable strategies to raise money more effectively, build capacity, and scale their impact.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 11:00 PM ET
Artificial Intelligence
Ai
Fundraising
Nonprofit
Systems Thinking
Grant Management
Technology Applications
Workshop
Hands-On Learning
Capacity Building
02-08-2026
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How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 604-605
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 10:00 PM ET
02-08-2026
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How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Workshop focused on using artificial intelligence to scale fundraising efforts for mission-driven organizations.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 604-605
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Workshop focused on using artificial intelligence to scale fundraising efforts for mission-driven organizations.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 11:00 PM ET
Ai
Artificial Intelligence
Fundraising
Technology For Nonprofits
Scaling
Mission-Driven Organizations
02-08-2026
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Mentor Session: Kathryn Adabonyan
Mentor session focused on EdTech solutions, K12 education technology, startup fundraising, and career & technical education. Part of SXSW conference programming.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 602
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Mentor Session: Kathryn Adabonyan
Mentor session focused on EdTech solutions, K12 education technology, startup fundraising, and career & technical education. Part of SXSW conference programming.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 4:00 PM ET
02-08-2026
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How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Fundraising is strategic relationship work, but too often, it is inaccessible to the organizations most proximate to the communities that need it most. This hands-on workshop equips nonprofit leaders to raise capital without a formal fundraising team by applying systems thinking, AI, and streamlined workflows to industry-standard fundraising practices. Participants will address three core challenges--pipeline tracking, grant management, and CEO email execution--and leave with clear, actionable strategies to raise money more effectively, build capacity, and scale their impact.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 604-605
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Fundraising is strategic relationship work, but too often, it is inaccessible to the organizations most proximate to the communities that need it most. This hands-on workshop equips nonprofit leaders to raise capital without a formal fundraising team by applying systems thinking, AI, and streamlined workflows to industry-standard fundraising practices. Participants will address three core challenges--pipeline tracking, grant management, and CEO email execution--and leave with clear, actionable strategies to raise money more effectively, build capacity, and scale their impact.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 11:00 PM ET
Ai
Artificial Intelligence
Fundraising
Nonprofit
Systems Thinking
Workflow Automation
Grant Management
Capacity Building
Impact Scaling
Sxsw
02-08-2026
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How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 604-605
Free
3/9/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
9
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 11:00 PM ET
02-09-2026
URL Copied Successfully
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
EWorkshop focusing on using artificial intelligence for fundraising and scaling missions without traditional team structures.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 604-605
Free
3/9/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
9
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
EWorkshop focusing on using artificial intelligence for fundraising and scaling missions without traditional team structures.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 11:00 PM ET
02-09-2026
URL Copied Successfully
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 604-605
Free
3/9/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
9
How to Fundraise Without a Team: Scale Your Mission with AI
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 11:00 PM ET
02-09-2026
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LEAD2026 - Nonprofit Executive Leadership Program
The Delaware County Foundation presents LEAD2026, an exclusive cohort designed to empower and strengthen executive leaders of local nonprofit organizations. The program runs from March to September 2026 over six sessions, with individual meetings and a final reception. Participants will engage in topics including board development, volunteer management, HR trends, DEI initiatives, fundraising, grant writing, and leadership. Each participant must identify and complete a project to enhance their organization's viability. Sessions include: March 10, April 21, May 12, June 9, August 11, and September 8, 2026.
Virtual
No cost to selec...
No cost to selected participants
3/10/26
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Mar
10
LEAD2026 - Nonprofit Executive Leadership Program
The Delaware County Foundation presents LEAD2026, an exclusive cohort designed to empower and strengthen executive leaders of local nonprofit organizations. The program runs from March to September 2026 over six sessions, with individual meetings and a final reception. Participants will engage in topics including board development, volunteer management, HR trends, DEI initiatives, fundraising, grant writing, and leadership. Each participant must identify and complete a project to enhance their organization's viability. Sessions include: March 10, April 21, May 12, June 9, August 11, and September 8, 2026.
No cost to selec...
No cost to selected participants
In-Person
Mar 10, 2026
Nonprofit
Leadership
Professional Development
Executive Training
Board Development
Fundraising
Volunteer Management
Grant Writing
Organizational Management
Cohort Program
Networking
Delaware County
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https://delawarecf.org/lead2026
02-11-2026
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Missouri River Regional Library and ABLE Used Book Sale
One of the largest used book sales in the Midwest featuring over 100,000 items including books, movies, music, and puzzles. Items sorted by age, genre, and Dewey Decimal categories. Proceeds benefit Missouri River Regional Library and ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education).
St. Martins Knights of Columbus Hall
$0.50 - Prices r...
$0.50 - Prices range from 50 cents to $4, Preview sale $10 adults/$5 kids, Friday half-price, Saturday $5 per box
3/11/26
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Mar
11
Missouri River Regional Library and ABLE Used Book Sale
One of the largest used book sales in the Midwest featuring over 100,000 items including books, movies, music, and puzzles. Items sorted by age, genre, and Dewey Decimal categories. Proceeds benefit Missouri River Regional Library and ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education).
$0.50 - Prices r...
$0.50 - Prices range from 50 cents to $4, Preview sale $10 adults/$5 kids, Friday half-price, Saturday $5 per box
In-Person
Mar 11, 10:00 PM ET
Sourced:
https://booksalefinder.com/NC.html
01-17-2026
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Farm to Fillet
Enjoy a unique, outdoor culinary experience by Chef Paul Mattison after which you will explore Mote's Aquaculture Research Park during a behind-the-scenes tour. Rain date: March 22, 2026. Multiple sponsorship levels available with tax-deductible portions.
Mote Aquaculture Research Park
$150.00 - Single...
$150.00 - Single ticket starts at $150, various sponsorship levels available up to $8,000
3/15/26
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Mar
15
Farm to Fillet
Enjoy a unique, outdoor culinary experience by Chef Paul Mattison after which you will explore Mote's Aquaculture Research Park during a behind-the-scenes tour. Rain date: March 22, 2026. Multiple sponsorship levels available with tax-deductible portions.
$150.00 - Single...
$150.00 - Single ticket starts at $150, various sponsorship levels available up to $8,000
In-Person
Mar 15, 5:30 PM ET
Aquaculture
Marine Science
Research
Food Science
Sustainable Farming
Behind-The-Scenes Tour
Fundraising
Outdoor Event
Culinary Experience
02-11-2026
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26th Annual Einstein Gala
You're invited to an unforgettable evening celebrating science! Join us for a delectable dinner experience surrounded by some of the most brilliant minds of science and history. The gala features a fabulous silent auction and an incredible live auction featuring a unique collection of extraordinary items. Prepare to be amazed by thrilling science experiments presented by our Student Volunteers.
National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
Free
3/21/26
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Mar
21
26th Annual Einstein Gala
You're invited to an unforgettable evening celebrating science! Join us for a delectable dinner experience surrounded by some of the most brilliant minds of science and history. The gala features a fabulous silent auction and an incredible live auction featuring a unique collection of extraordinary items. Prepare to be amazed by thrilling science experiments presented by our Student Volunteers.
Free
In-Person
Mar 21, 2026
Sourced:
https://nuclearmuseum.org/
01-18-2026
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Pretend Again: A Grown-Up Night at the Museum
Don't miss the Children's Museum of Richmond's one-of-a-kind fundraising event!
Children's Museum of Richmond Downtown
Fundraising even...
Fundraising event - cost not specified
3/21/26
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Mar
21
Pretend Again: A Grown-Up Night at the Museum
Don't miss the Children's Museum of Richmond's one-of-a-kind fundraising event!
Fundraising even...
Fundraising event - cost not specified
In-Person
Mar 21, 2026
01-18-2026
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Run the Rainbow for Children's
The 4th annual St. Paddy's race featuring 5K, 10K, half marathon, and full marathon routes through downtown Jackson, Belhaven, Eastover, and UMMC campus. All proceeds benefit Children's of Mississippi hospital. Includes race swag, after-party at Hal & Mal's with live music, and awards for finishers and age groups.
Hal & Mal's
Registration fee...
Registration fee includes race T-shirt, after party, live music, and drink ticket
3/21/26
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Mar
21
Run the Rainbow for Children's
The 4th annual St. Paddy's race featuring 5K, 10K, half marathon, and full marathon routes through downtown Jackson, Belhaven, Eastover, and UMMC campus. All proceeds benefit Children's of Mississippi hospital. Includes race swag, after-party at Hal & Mal's with live music, and awards for finishers and age groups.
Registration fee...
Registration fee includes race T-shirt, after party, live music, and drink ticket
In-Person
Mar 21, 1:00 PM ET
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1939 Circle Event at The Crabtree Jones House, Raleigh
Special event at The Crabtree Jones House in Raleigh for the 1939 Circle
The Crabtree Jones House
Free
3/21/26
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Mar
21
1939 Circle Event at The Crabtree Jones House, Raleigh
Special event at The Crabtree Jones House in Raleigh for the 1939 Circle
Free
In-Person
Mar 21, 7:00 PM ET
01-19-2026
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28th Annual Einstein Gala
An unforgettable evening celebrating science! Features a delectable dinner experience surrounded by some of the most brilliant minds of science and history. The gala includes a fabulous silent auction and an incredible live auction featuring a unique collection of extraordinary items. Thrilling science experiments presented by Student Volunteers.
National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
Free
3/21/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
21
28th Annual Einstein Gala
An unforgettable evening celebrating science! Features a delectable dinner experience surrounded by some of the most brilliant minds of science and history. The gala includes a fabulous silent auction and an incredible live auction featuring a unique collection of extraordinary items. Thrilling science experiments presented by Student Volunteers.
Free
In-Person
Mar 21, 2026
02-11-2026
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MCC Centennial Blue and Gold Night with the Lumberjacks!
Special hockey game celebrating Muskegon Community College's 100th anniversary. The Muskegon Lumberjacks will wear exclusive MCC and Lumberjacks co-branded jerseys. Part of MCC's centennial celebration honoring their century of educational excellence and community impact.
Trinity Health Arena
Discounted ticke...
Discounted tickets available, $3 from each ticket donated to MCC
3/21/26
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Mar
21
MCC Centennial Blue and Gold Night with the Lumberjacks!
Special hockey game celebrating Muskegon Community College's 100th anniversary. The Muskegon Lumberjacks will wear exclusive MCC and Lumberjacks co-branded jerseys. Part of MCC's centennial celebration honoring their century of educational excellence and community impact.
Discounted ticke...
Discounted tickets available, $3 from each ticket donated to MCC
In-Person
Mar 21, 5:00 AM ET
02-11-2026
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WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing With Our Healthcare Stars Gala
WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing with Healthcare Stars Gala features healthcare professionals competing in dance competitions. The event includes a cash bar, appetizer buffet, silent auction, games, raffles, and live auction. Funds raised support the Scholarship Endowment for Western SD healthcare students. Previous year raised over $11,000 for scholarships.
WDT Event Center
$100.00 - Genera...
$100.00 - General Admission Ticket - $100, Various sponsorship levels available from $500-$5000
3/22/26
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Mar
22
WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing With Our Healthcare Stars Gala
WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing with Healthcare Stars Gala features healthcare professionals competing in dance competitions. The event includes a cash bar, appetizer buffet, silent auction, games, raffles, and live auction. Funds raised support the Scholarship Endowment for Western SD healthcare students. Previous year raised over $11,000 for scholarships.
$100.00 - Genera...
$100.00 - General Admission Ticket - $100, Various sponsorship levels available from $500-$5000
In-Person
Mar 22, 2:00 AM ET
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WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing With our Healthcare Stars Gala
WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing With our Healthcare Stars Gala is a fundraising event featuring healthcare professionals competing in dance performances. The event includes a cash bar, appetizer buffet, silent auction, games, raffles, and live auction. Proceeds support the Scholarship Endowment for Western SD healthcare students. The first gala raised over $11,000. Features competitions for Technical Skills Champion and People's Choice winner.
WDT Event Center
$100.00 - Genera...
$100.00 - General Admission Ticket - $100.00, Multiple sponsorship levels available from $500-$5000
3/22/26
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Mar
22
WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing With our Healthcare Stars Gala
WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing With our Healthcare Stars Gala is a fundraising event featuring healthcare professionals competing in dance performances. The event includes a cash bar, appetizer buffet, silent auction, games, raffles, and live auction. Proceeds support the Scholarship Endowment for Western SD healthcare students. The first gala raised over $11,000. Features competitions for Technical Skills Champion and People's Choice winner.
$100.00 - Genera...
$100.00 - General Admission Ticket - $100.00, Multiple sponsorship levels available from $500-$5000
In-Person
Mar 22, 2:00 AM ET
Healthcare
Fundraising
Gala
Dance
Competition
Scholarship
Health Education
Medical
Professional Development
Networking
02-14-2026
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WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing With our Healthcare Stars Gala
Annual fundraising gala featuring healthcare professionals competing in a dance competition. The event includes a cash bar, appetizer buffet, silent auction, games, raffles, and live auction. Proceeds support building a Scholarship Endowment for Western SD healthcare students. Previous year raised over $11,000.
WDT Event Center
$100.00 - Genera...
$100.00 - General Admission Ticket - $100, various sponsorship levels available from $500-$5000
3/22/26
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Mar
22
WRAHEC's 2nd Annual Dancing With our Healthcare Stars Gala
Annual fundraising gala featuring healthcare professionals competing in a dance competition. The event includes a cash bar, appetizer buffet, silent auction, games, raffles, and live auction. Proceeds support building a Scholarship Endowment for Western SD healthcare students. Previous year raised over $11,000.
$100.00 - Genera...
$100.00 - General Admission Ticket - $100, various sponsorship levels available from $500-$5000
In-Person
Mar 22, 2:00 AM ET
Healthcare
Fundraising
Scholarship
Gala
Dance
Competition
Medical Professionals
Health Education
Career Support
02-14-2026
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The 2nd Annual Dancing With Our Healthcare Stars Gala
A fundraising gala celebrating healthcare professionals in the community while raising funds for healthcare career scholarships for Western SD students. Features cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, program, raffles, auctions, and dance competition. Previous year raised almost $11,000 for healthcare career scholarships. Schedule: 5:00 pm Cocktails & Social, 5:30 pm Hors d'oeuvres Buffet, 6:00 pm Short Program, 6:30 pm Raffles/Games/Auctions, 7:00 pm Dance Competition.
WDTC Event Center
Various sponsors...
Various sponsorship levels available, individual ticket prices not specified
3/22/26
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Mar
22
The 2nd Annual Dancing With Our Healthcare Stars Gala
A fundraising gala celebrating healthcare professionals in the community while raising funds for healthcare career scholarships for Western SD students. Features cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, program, raffles, auctions, and dance competition. Previous year raised almost $11,000 for healthcare career scholarships. Schedule: 5:00 pm Cocktails & Social, 5:30 pm Hors d'oeuvres Buffet, 6:00 pm Short Program, 6:30 pm Raffles/Games/Auctions, 7:00 pm Dance Competition.
Various sponsors...
Various sponsorship levels available, individual ticket prices not specified
In-Person
Mar 22, 2:00 AM ET
Healthcare
Careers
Fundraising
Scholarships
Gala
Dance Competition
Networking
Community
South Dakota
Rural Healthcare
Workforce Development
02-12-2026
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