Atlanta isn’t just a glamorous city, it’s also a generous one.
SocialAtlanta is constantly on the lookout for the occasions that draw philanthropists to worthwhile charities by offering extraordinary experiences, and we’re highlighting a few of the upcoming events for August below. Ticket prices for these events may be steep but the dollars go toward efforts to keep the community strong.
For a full list of charity and philanthropic events in metro Atlanta, visit SocialAtlanta.com.
Credit: Derek White/KO Photography
Credit: Derek White/KO Photography
Overture Gala - ‘A Night at The Cabaret’
The annual Overture Gala, presented by the Artsbridge Foundation, celebrates arts education programs and supports the Adopt-A-School Financial Aid Subsidy Program. Guests will enjoy handcrafted cocktails and a three-course gourmet dinner while enjoying performances by the Georgia High School Musical Theatre Awards program. Auction Horizon will lead a rousing live auction followed by an after-party, where guests can groove along to the sounds of the Eric Thomas Project.
6 p.m. Aug. 3. $400-$25,000. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. artsbridgega.org/special-events
32nd annual John Smoltz Braves Celebrity-Am Golf Tournament
This celebrity golf event benefits pediatric cancer research at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. In addition to charitable sponsorship opportunities and great golfing, the event features networking and other social engagements with Braves alumni. Players and guests will also include former professional athletes from the NFL, MLB, NBA and other celebrities.
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 5. $750-$6,500. Atlanta National Golf Club, Hawks Ridge Golf Club and White Columns Country Club. choa.org/donors-and-volunteers
Paint the Night
Paint the Night, from the nonprofit Paint Love, is an evening aimed at raising awareness for arts enrichment programs for children and families in metro Atlanta that are facing poverty and trauma. This is a black-tie event offering live music, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, live speakers, and an art auction. Guests can also check out the many exhibits at the Fernbank Museum.
6 p.m. Aug. 16. $125-$1,000. Fernbank Museum, 767 Clifton Road, Atlanta. gopaintlove.org
Dinner for Divas
Alma Domestic Violence Foundation of Buckhead presents its 12th annual “Dinner for Divas” red carpet gala, honoring 150 women and girls who have survived domestic abuse and are currently living in shelters across Georgia. This year’s event will be a celebration of their continued perseverance, strength and dedication to rebuilding their lives.
7-10 p.m. Aug. 17. $450. Curate Event Space, 1333 Logan Circle NW, Atlanta. almadvf.org
Georgia Rivers Gala
Celebrate the river conservation efforts of President Jimmy Carter at the Georgia Rivers Gala: Freedom to Float. Guest will join outdoor recreation enthusiasts, conservationists and leaders from across the state to support Georgia River Network and their advocacy work. The event will include a cocktail reception, old-fashioned fish fry and live music by Rob Jordan & Friends.
6-9 p.m. Aug. 22. $175-$1,500. Atlanta History Center, 130 W Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta. /garivers.org
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Credit: Social Atlanta
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