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 upcoming events for December below. Ticket prices for these events may be steep, but the dollars fund efforts to keep the community strong.
For a full list of charity and philanthropic events in metro Atlanta, visit socialatlanta.com.
2024 Season of Hope Gala
In association with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the Season of Hope gala – the signature event of the Marcus Autism Center – aims to continue the important work of serving children living with autism. Event attendees will enjoy cocktails, a seated dinner, inspirational guest speakers, a silent and live auction as well as live entertainment.
7 p.m. Dec. 5. Tickets $500. The Atlanta History Center, 130 W Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta. choa.org/donors-and-volunteers/foundation-events/season-of-hope
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Credit: Cedro Cinematix Studios
3rd Annual Black Tie Gala 2024
‘An Enchanted Night for You’ is the third annual sickle cell black tie charity gala benefiting Georgia’s sickle cell community. This elegant evening will have dinner, award presentations, a feature performance by The Voice Finalist Mac Royals and dancing. This is an opportunity to raise funds to support the vital work of the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc.
6 p.m. Dec. 7. Tickets $125. The Westin Atlanta Airport Hotel, 4736 Best Rd., Atlanta. sicklecellga.org/event-details/gala2024
Youth Empowerment Gala and Awards 2024
The A.D. King Foundation’s gala is an annual fundraiser to support enrichment programs and mentorship. Event attendees will enjoy an evening of cultural enrichment to celebrate the legacy of the Civil Rights movement and pass the torch to the younger generation of leaders.
7 p.m. Dec. 7. Atlanta Metropolitan State College, 1630 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta. adkingfoundation.org/event-details/award-gala-2024
55th Annual Holiday Gala
Go Beyond Charities presents its holiday gala, which is a children’s wish campaign. The price of admission for each guest is to fulfill the wish list of a child in need. The evening includes a cash bar, dinner, dancing, and live music from the Kurt Thomas band.
7 p.m. Dec. 14. Tickets $100 to $150. The Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Pkwy, Alpharetta. gobeyondcharities.org/2024gala
2024 UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball
The Atlanta UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball focuses on raising awareness of the need and benefits of a college education, highlighting the contributions made by historically Black colleges and universities. The event is full of fun, fashion, glitz and glamour, and supports UNCF’s mission of investing in young men and women as they move through college.
6 p.m. Dec. 21. Signia Hotel by Hilton, 159 Northside Dr. NW, Atlanta. uncf.org/events/2024-uncf-mayors-masked-ball-atlanta-georgia
Credit: Social Atlanta
Credit: Social Atlanta
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