Derby Day Fundraiser

Reno, NV - The Junior League of Reno will host its third-annual “Juleps, Jockeys & Jazz” fundraising event at The Grove. The celebrated fundraiser brings community members together to support initiatives that support the League’s mission of developing the potential of women and children.  A fast‐paced and high-fashion fundraiser, Junior League of Reno’s “Juleps, Jockeys & Jazz” Derby Day attracts over 300 local leaders and community-minded attendees. This year’s event will feature a live showing of the 140th running of the Kentucky Derby along with a silent auction, horse raffle, and contest for the best Derby hat. Guests will enjoy classic mint juleps, a gracious southern-style luncheon fare and live jazz music.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Wacky Games and Costumes at Hilarious Fundraising Event

Sheffield, England - Businesses from around the region are being urged to make a knockout effort by signing up for Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice’s funniest fundraising event of the year.  The charity is holding an It’s A Knockout competition based on the hilarious cult TV show from the 1970s which includes wacky games, outrageous costumes and plenty of foam.!  The competition takes place at Dinnington Rugby Club on Saturday July 12. Each team needs to raise £1,000 in sponsorship and can have between 10 and 12 members. Entry is free.  Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice in North Anston, Sheffield, is the only children’s hospice in South Yorkshire.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Bone Appetit Fundraising Event

Washburn, KS - Helping Hands Humane Society is putting on another Bone Appétit fundraising event. This year’s theme is Paws Vegas. Guests can participate in a silent and live auction and watch adoptable dogs walk down the catwalk.  For the past 13 years, Helping Hands has been raising money to support its organization and the pets they care for. Staff and volunteers pitch in to assist with the planning and organizing of the event. Each year has a different theme.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

March Madness Fundraiser a Success

Chicago Heights, IL - Marian Catholic High School’s annual Marian Madness fundraising event raised more than $50,000 for the Chicago Heights school’s athletic teams and the Marian Alumni Association, according to a press release from the school.  The event is the school’s largest fundraiser for a number of teams. “The excitement in the room is great but everyone is there for a purpose,” boys basketball coach and assistant athletic director Mike Taylor said in the release. “People know that while having fun they really are helping out our teams both small and large. The event supports everything from men’s basketball to fencing. It’s one of those community events that brings people together.” More than 450 people filled the Leadership Center on April 5, bringing alums, parents, parents of former students and friends together, the release said. The event, which coincides with the NCAA Final Four basketball games, included a silent auction, games and refreshments.  www.fundraisingweb.org

Rock & Rawhide Fundraising Event

Cedar Grove, NJ - Shelter Our Pets and the charity Rock & Rawhide, which helps increase adoption of sheltered dogs and cats, will host a fundraising event at Well Pet Animal Hospital in Cedar Grove.  Designed to help both the pet and family, this event will feature several specials to help offset basic care costs.  Attendees will also have the opportunity to adopt from four rescue groups: Zani's Furry Friends, Mount Pleasant Animal Shelter, PAWS and Ferndog Rescue.Rock & Rawhide will accept donations of gently used and cleaned toys, blankets, leashes, crates, factory sealed pet food/treats and more, to support local animal shelters..Proceeds from this event will benefit both Rock & Rawhide and Shelter Our Pets. www.fundraisingweb.org

Zumba Fundraiser for CMHA

Cornwall, Ontario - A group of Zumba instructors will be using their high-energy dance moves and music to drown out the silence surrounding suicide at a new fundraising event.  Zumba Plus, a fundraiser in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), is taking place on Friday, May 2, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Saint Lawrence Secondary School (SLSS). "The Zumba community recently lost a dear friend to mental illness, we are hosting this event in honor of her, Monique Rozon," said Zumba Plus co-organizers Jasmine Delage and Adele Wilson. In early March, an event in her honor raised $1,200 for the CMHA. But Angela Pilon, Rozon's daughter, and local businesses dedicated to health and well-being aren't stopping there.  www.fundraisingweb.org