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14 Fundraisers That Could Use Your Support This Month!

March 3, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

With over 4000 nonprofits in the Miami Valley, it’s not surprising how many charity fundraisers are held each month!  Here are some of the events we’d like to highlight this month:

March 3 @ 7:30 pm

Texas Hold’em Tournament

Kettering VFW 3316 Wilmington Pike,, Kettering, OH

Following the fish fry!    $20

March 5 @ 11:30 am – 4:00 pm

Feed the Hungry: A Community Meal Packing Event Coffman Family YMCA

Coffman YMCA
88 Remick Road, Springboro
 
We’re inviting the entire community to join us at the Coffman Family YMCA in 1 of 4 shifts to pack dehydrated meals that will be shipped to select nations and peoples in Central America. This event is great for everyone–families, students, and even kids as young as 4 years old!
Shift options are at 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm, and 4pm. Each shift will last one hour. This partnership between Southwest Church and the Coffman Family YMCA benefits the efforts and ministry of Lifeline Christian Mission.
A small fee of $10 per person (per session) is required to help offset the cost of food we’ll be packing, but you’ll also get an event T-shirt! Payment (cash or checks made payable to Southwest Church) will be accepted at the door on the day of the event.
March 7 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Sing Out Loud

Victoria Theatre Dayton, OH

Culture Works will be launching this year’s Campaign for the Arts with a special performance at the Victoria Theatre! You’ll hear from the Culture Works team and Dr. Sue Edwards, President of Wright State University and this year’s Campaign Chair, about the importance of supporting our local creative community.

The stars of the program are our friends and neighbors! SING OUT LOUD will feature more than 100 local arts champions coming together as one choir singing familiar songs from the stage and the screen. You’ll be certain to spot a familiar face or two on stage, and you’ll leave with a smile on your face and a song in your heart.   Tix: $28

March 9 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Women of Influence

Dayton Convention Center 22 East 5th Street, Dayton

Since 1998, the YWCA Dayton WOI Awards have recognized and honored more than 180 influential women in the Dayton area, visionaries and thought leaders who have made a difference in our community through their dedication to the YWCA mission of empowering women, eliminating racism, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Honorees in the Women of Influence Class of 2023 are:

  • Melodie Bennett – Executive Director, House of Bread
  • Marvene Mitchell Cook – Director of CARES Act and Workforce Development, Montgomery County
  • Joanne “Jo” Granzow – Community Volunteer
  • Michelle Kaye – Vice President and Client and Community Relations Director, PNC Bank
  • Carol Prewitt – President, Prewitt Consulting LLC
  • Carolyn Rice – President, Montgomery County Commission
March 9 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Cabin Fever Reliever

Baum Opera House 15 S First Street, Miamisburg, OH

Shake off the winter Join us for an evening of live music by Ben & Pete! All while shopping local boutiques in one space. 50/50 Raffle and silent auction. Ticket sales will go towards The Baum Window Restoration Fund!   Tix Run $15

March 11 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

 Dayton Metro Library Book Sale

Dayton Metro Library – Burkhardt Branch 4680 Burkhardt Ave, Dayton, OH

The Friends of the Dayton Metro Library will hold a used book sale on Saturday, March 11 at the Dayton Metro Library Burkhardt Branch, located at 4680 Burkhardt Rd., Dayton. The sale includes used books for children, teens and adults as well as music, movies and audiobooks. Most items have been weeded from the library’s collection. The sale opens for Friends of the Library members from 9:30 a.m. to noon and open to the public from noon-5 p.m

March 11 @ 6:00 pm

Night at the Races

Miamisburg Moose
2110 E. Central Ave, Miamisburg
An evening of Horse betting and fun! Place cash bets on the horses of your choice. Races are run by video broadcasts. Raffles & betting proceeds benefit the GDAA Rent Foundation; a non-profit, charitable organization that provides rental assistance to GDAA members’ residents who are unable to pay their rent due to illness, family tragedy or unfortunate circumstances, in some cases preventing homelessness.
Only persons 21 and over are permitted to attend.   Tix $20
March 24 @ 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Miamisburg Band Fish Fry Fundraiser

Miamisburg High School
1860 Belvo Rd, Miamisburg

We will be serving fried fish or chicken tenders, fries, cole slaw & applesauce. Dessert will be available for purchase at our bake sale (everything $1!).  Make sure you stick around for performances by our MMS and High School Jazz Bands. Stop by our basket raffle- Each class is donating items toward a themed basket. Which class will earn the most mone??   Tix $15 – $20

March 25 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Blossom with FYI: Spring Fundraising Dinner

Mary, Help of Christians
954 North Mape Ave, Fairborn, OH

Family & Youth Initiatives (FYI) mission is to empower families and provide hope. Every day families and children are suffering from traumas caused by generational cycles of abuse and poverty. FYI’s solution is to rescue and protect those families and children to prevent future trauma by redirecting their paths through education, training, and support in our multiple programs.

We invite you to join us for their spring fundraising dinner, graciously hosted by the Knights of Columbus #3724. The evening promises to provide a unique insight into the challenges that our families and children are facing everyday. We will share how we are addressing these issues and how you can be part of the solution. The night will begin with a pulled pork dinner (and sides), made from scratch by the Knights. Dessert and drinks are included with the price of admission. Tickets for the event are $15 per adult, $5 per child (16 & under), with a maximum group price of $40 per family.

March 25 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm 

Euchre Tournament & Fundraiser

The Baum Opera House
15 S. First Street, Miamisburg

An evening with friends while raising money for The Baum!New to The Baum, we will be offering a Euchre tournament once a month. Cash prizes for top 3 winners. Drinks and snacks available to purchase. $20 entry fee. A great opportunity to meet fellow card players and get out of the house! If you have further questions please send us a message about this monthly event! Tix $20

March 26 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Cakes N Coffee Bake Off Fundraiser

Nimbus Comic Cafe
486 E. Main St, Trotwood, OH
 Enjoy a variety of delicious desserts made by some of the city’s best bakers! Even better, wash it down with Nimbus Comic Cafe’s wonderful Ethiopian coffee! This wonderful event funds The Engele Community Center and many participating foodologists!

Each entry ticket includes one round of each vendor’s specialty dessert as well as a judge’s ticket to cast your vote on the best dessert! The winner will cater Engele’ Community Center’s upcoming event! Tix $22

March 29 @ 11:00 am – 9:00 pm

100% of Sales Benefit URS

Jersey Mike’s Subs 
 
6002 Far Hills Ave, Centerville
2831 Wilmington Pike, Kettering
3510 Pentagon Blvd, Beavercreek
1512 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Wash Twsp
24 W Central Ave, Springboro
Visit any of their 5 area locations and 100% of all sales will be donated to United Rehabilitation Services (URS).
March 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Dayton March for Science Fundraiser!

bd’s Mongolian Grill
4488 Glengarry Drive, Beavercreek
Come out to BD’s Mongolian Grill and help support the March for Science – Dayton! On April 22nd we plan to make our voices heard with others across the nation in support of science in our community here in Dayton and in our legislation nationally. We need your help to get there! Pay one price for soup, salad, stir-fry bowl and fountain drink (tax included) – Tickets $25 for adults, just $7 for children age 2-10.
For tickets or more information, message us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/March4ScienceDayton/ or email [email protected]
We are recognized as an official sister march for the DC March for Science. A portion of the proceeds will go towards paying for insurance for the event and other expenses related to our April 22nd event on Courthouse Square
March 31 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Euchre Tournament

Kettering Recreation Complex
2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering

Join us for an evening of fun, clean competition as we pair up and play the popular trick-taking card game, Euchre. Participants compete as individuals. Light refreshments will be provided and gift cards will be given to the top winners.   Tournament for ages 18+.  Registration Deadline: March 16 at 5 pm.    $8 – $10

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: charity, fundraisers, nonprofits

10 Fundraisers That Should Be On Your 1st Quarter Calendar

January 10, 2016 By Lisa Grigsby

111810-charityDayton long ago earned a reputation for being a city that gives back.  According to the history of the Dayton Foundation, NCR founder and Chairman John H. Patterson championed innovative projects for the betterment of the community. Joining him in his enthusiasm was his sister-in-law, Julia Shaw Patterson Carnell, and nephew, Robert Patterson, son of John Patterson’s brother, Capt. Robert Patterson, all active community leaders in their own right. A leading businesswoman, Julia Patterson Carnell helped establish the Dayton Art Institute by donating works of art, a mansion that served as the museum’s first home and $2 million towards the construction in 1930 of its current facility.

Robert Patterson was a senior executive at NCR and a leader in community affairs. He helped to found the local Boy Scouts and the Dayton Rotary Club and was active with the YMCA, Chamber of Commerce and Miami Valley Hospital.

Today there are over 4000 nonprofits in the region, and to continue the legacy of taking care of our community, there are hundreds of fundraising events to support them.  Here are MostMetro’s list of the top 10 first quarter events we think you should be aware of.
To see our complete list of charitable events for 2015 check our DMM calendar.

Saturday January 30, 2016
2016 Dayton Brew Ha-Ha 2016 Dayton Brew Ha-Ha

Montessori School of Dayton
Saturday January 30, 2016 6:00 – 10:00 pm
5th annual beer tasting benefitwill focus on the great beers and breweries of the Midwest.
Friday February 12, 2016
11th Annual Valentines Dance to benefit A Special Wish
11th Annual Valentines Dance to benefit A Special Wish (Edit)
Ervin J. Nutter Center

Friday February 12, 2016 7:00 – 11:00pm

Local community leaders and their professional dance partners will compete for the coveted “Mirrored Ball” trophy awarded based on audience applause.

Saturday February 20, 2016
URS' 60th Anniversary Gala URS’ 60th Anniversary Gala

Dayton Art Institute

Saturday February 20, 2016 6:00 – 11:00pm

Enjoy dinner, live and silent auctions, dancing and an evening of celebrating the agency’s rich history of serving local children, adults and seniors with disabilities in the Miami Valley.

Saturday February 27, 2016
18th Annual URS Bud Light Barstool Open 18th Annual URS Bud Light Barstool Open North

United Rehabilitation Services

Saturday February 27, 2016 11:00am – 6:00pm

A fun indoor, miniature golf outing with teams of four travel  from bar to bar completing a total of 9 holes at 9 bars.

Eureka! Eureka!

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
Saturday February 27, 2016 7:00 – 11:00pm
Upscale, casual cocktail party feature food and a one-of-a-kind science experiments.
Sunday February 28, 2016
Day of Caring 26th Annual Pancake Brunch Day of Caring 26th Annual Pancake Brunch

Sunday February 28, 2016 8:00 am – 1:00pm
50+ area churches, community organizations, and public foundations host, prepare, and serve the annual pancake brunch.
Thursday March 10, 2016
Women of Influence Women of Influence

Dayton Convention Center
Thursday March 10, 2016 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
The 19th annual event will honor 8 area women who embody the mission of the YWCA – to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all

Saturday March 12, 2016
Harrigan's St. Patrick's Day 5K Charity Walk/Run Harrigan’s St. Patrick’s Day 5K Charity Walk/Run

Harrigan’s Tavern

Saturday March 12, 2016 09:30 am

Put on your best St. Patty’s Day outfit and join the fun!
Saturday March 19, 2016
21st Annual Dayton Heart Ball “The Heart of Monte Carlo” 21st Annual Dayton Heart Ball “The Heart of Monte Carlo”

Sinclair Community College
Saturday March 19, 2016 6:00 – 11:00pm

Black tie event  will include the fun and excitement of a James Bond theme.
Bowl for Kids Sake

Bowl for Kids Sake

Poelking Lanes

Saturday March 19, 2016  1:00 – 7:00pm

Each year half a million people across America come together to have fun and raise money to support Big Brothers Big Sisters as we change how children grow up!

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: charity fundraisers, nonprofits

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