4th Annual Philanthropic Foodies Fundraising Event.

Syracuse, NY -- It began in 2012 with three chefs donating their time and talents to fundraising for a good cause.  This year it features chefs from 11 restaurants dazzling diners with creative foods and some over-the-top presentations. It now benefits three charitable groups. It's Philanthropic Foodies, a fundraiser that this year will benefit Friends of Dorothy House, Stupid Dumb Breast Cancer and First Tee Syracuse. The food and beverage pairing is Sunday at Sky Armory. A minimum donation of $100 per person is requested. The chefs are ready to get their creative juices flowing.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

As Seen On TV Fundraising Event

New York, NY - Core Artist Ensemble will present As Seen on TV, the company's second annual fundraising event, on Thursday at the TBG Theatre. The evening will feature selected readings from beloved TV shows past and present, as well as live music, TV trivia, raffle prizes, concessions-including wine, cocktails, Brooklyn Brewery beers, and free popcorn-and an after-party with company members.  Proceeds will benefit Core's development programs and productions.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Family Fundraiser More Like Family Reunion

Chino Valley, AZ - A weekend fundraiser for Chino Valley resident Dave O'Brien felt more like a warm, family reunion.  Friends and family hosted a benefit auction and fundraising event at O'Brien's home on Saturday, July 25. According to organizer Dee Dee Jones, she hoped to raise $55,000 toward her friend's lung transplant expenses. While the tally didn't quite meet the goal, every little bit helps.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Come Out of Your Shell Fundraising Event

Petoskey, MI -- You may notice some painted turtles around northern Michigan, but these painted turtles are more than just pieces of art.  Tuesday morning 7&4’s Alyssa Hearin was live from Bay Harbor in Petoskey to tell us how these unique turtles are raising money for a disaster relief and how you can get involved, too. There will be a Gala Dinner and Auction: onThursday, Aug. 6^{th st} Bay Harbor Village Marina.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Hockey 4 Wishes Fundraiser Also Grants a Boy's Wish

Ottawa, ON - It’s called “Hockey 4 Wishes,” A fundraisers which is 24 hours of playing hockey for Tysen Lefebvre’s “Mission To A Million” in support of Make-A-Wish Eastern Ontario.  And for this year’s fourth annual “Hockey 4 Wishes” fundraiser, the Bell Sensplex on Maple Grove Road in Kanata not only saw hockey played around the clock for 24 hours but also was the site of the granting of a wish. It happened just after noon last Saturday when players and supporters gathering in the corner of one of the rinks at the Bell Sensplex where a youngster, Jonah, had his wish granted.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Surfrider Foundation's Annual Bi-Coastal Fundraising Event

San Clemente, CA– The Surfrider Foundation, a non-profit environmental organization will kick off a national effort to celebrate its network of coastal activists with two fundraising events in Malibu, CA and Montauk, NY. .The Two Coasts: One Ocean events will be held  in private homes, In Montauk it will feature a world premiere short-film highlighting Surfrider’s work. In Malibu, guests will be treated to a live performance from rock band Portugal The Man www.fundraising-ideas.org