Every Tuesday, Better Half hosts a special event benefiting Austin Pets Alive. Guests can enjoy corn dogs and receive half off bottles of wine. For every corn dog sold, $1 will be donated to Austin Pets Alive.
Optional $15 donation supports artist fund and ballet scholarships for foster kids
Come celebrate ATX Jazz Jams for Humanity with a community mixer, performance, and open jam hosted by ATX Artists for Social Impact. Musicians are welcome to come sit in for the open jam, and dancers are welcome to groove as space allows.
Your donation will go towards an artist fund and free ballet scholarships for foster kids, in partnership with Capital Contemporary Ballet, Central Texas Youth Ballet, and Foster Village.
Join Urban Roots for Tour de Farm: Rooted Rivalry, their annual farm-to-table fundraiser. Chefs Chelsea Fadda (Pecan Square Cafe) and Philip Speer (Comedor) go head-to-head in a culinary showdown featuring farm tours led by youth participants, a family-style harvest dinner, craft brews, cocktails, raffle, and live auction. All proceeds support Urban Roots' youth farming and food access programs in Austin.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of culinary excellence and philanthropy. Experience a showcase featuring tasting stations from Austin's top chefs, signature cocktails, and a fabulous auction, all held in support of the health of moms and babies.
Your participation helps fund critical research, education, advocacy, and programs to ensure every family gets the best possible start. This event brings together the community to combat prematurity and support maternal health initiatives.
Home Is Here is an annual gathering of Austin musicians to support Casa Marianella, a local shelter for men, women, and children fleeing terror, torture, and political persecution in their home countries. Performers this year include David Garza, Gina Chavez, Bruce Robison, Real Bossa, and Tekle Mezghebe.
Casa Marianella has been in Austin since 1986, starting with a single house and growing into a network of shelters providing safe refuge, legal support, medical assistance, and educational opportunities to thousands of people from countries such as Venezuela, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Afghanistan, Cuba, and Russia. Casa helps them rebuild their lives and find a new place in the world.
Join us for Concert on the Creek, our largest fundraiser of the year! Enjoy a day filled with live music, food, drinks, and fun activities for the whole family along the banks of Shoal Creek.
Highlights include live performances by The Clacks and Cazayoux, light bites from True Texas Barbecue with vegetarian and gluten-free options, handcrafted cocktails, specialty non-alcoholic beverages, and curated Chance-to-Win items from local businesses.
Join us for 'The Things We Do for Love' Fashion Show, an exciting event dedicated to raising funds and awareness for youth impacted by the foster care system. Come enjoy a night of fashion and community support while contributing to a meaningful cause.
Your presence and generosity help continue the essential mission of improving the lives of children and youth in foster care.
Join us for our second annual Art for Conservation, a one-night art showcase and fundraiser featuring local artists whose work reflects the hope, beauty, and resilience of Texas' wild places. Come check out the art, sip some wine, and support local artists and land conservation in Texas.
Give a Toy, Get a Toy: Dell Children's Holiday Drive
Sunday, November 1, 1PM
New toy donation or monetary contribution to fundraiser
Celebrate two years of community joy with a massive festival and toy drive at Fast Friends Beer Company. This special anniversary event aims to support children receiving care at Dell Children's Medical Center by connecting families through kindness.
Attendees are invited to participate in a 'Give a Toy, Get a Toy' swap: simply bring a new, prepackaged toy to donate or make a direct monetary donation to the hospital's fundraiser to receive a free plush stuffed animal. The afternoon will feature live performances from four bands, a costume contest with prizes, and interactive community stations from local partners. Guests can also enjoy tastings from local food vendors and participate in craft activities, including writing encouraging letters to children undergoing treatment.
Proceeds support educational programming and grants
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of this signature event, dedicated to supporting philanthropic initiatives through educational programming, financial grants for local beneficiaries, and scholarships for the Austin hospitality industry. This event is a cornerstone of the foundation's history, having contributed nearly $1.9 million to the community.