Many charity events take place in San Antonio each and every month. Events include benefit concerts, galas, golf tournaments, food drives and much more. If you are thinking about taking part in a charity event, holiday time presents many opportunities.
Here are some of the charity events going on in San Antonio this November.
Hoops for Hope
- Date/Time: 11/03/07 (10:00am to 1:00pm)
- Location: Eagle's Nest Christian Fellowship (14015 San Pedro)
- Contact: (210) 296-8124
Admission is free. There will be food, entertainment, games and raffle prizes. The event benefits the Parents and Challenges (PAC) Ministry of Eagle's Nest Christian Fellowship. PAC offers financial assisance to families who have special needs children for therapy and expenses not covered by insurance.
Holy Molé Festival with FREE Concert
- Date/Time: 11/04/07 (12:30pm to 6:00pm)
- Location: Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto (5712 Blanco Road)
- Contact: www.oblatemissions.org or call (210) 342-9864
The first annnual Holy Molé Festival to benefit the Oblate Missions Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto will be happening this month. Enjoy wonderful Tejano and Country music from artists such as Patsy Torres. Food plates are $5 in advance and $6 on event day. Raffle tickets are $1 each.
HCA Charity Fall Golf Classic
- Date/Time: 11/05/07 (11:00am check-in; 12:00 noon start)
- Location: Canyon Springs Golf Club (24405 Wilderness Oa)
- Contact: www.hca-sa.org or call (210) 444-1100
Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Hispanic Contractors Association (HCA) Scholarship Fund. Individual entry fee and door prize ticket - $150. Other sponsorship opportunities at various levels available.
NSIDE Magazine’s Inaugural Gala
- Date/Time: 11/07/07 (7:00pm)
- Location: Marriott Rivercenter Grand Ballroom
- Contact: Holly Sanders (210) 731-6646
This black tie inaugural gala will feature prominent San Antonio business professionals. All proceeds from the gala will benefit Children’s Miracle Network for the local CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital.
Coolbaugh Memorial Golf Tournament
- Date/Time: 11/10/07
- Location: Tapatio Springs (314 Blue Heron Blvd. - Boerne)
- Contact: coolbaughmemorial.com or call (800) 999-3299.
This fundraiser is for the family of Mike Coolbaugh. Mike was tragically killed his past summer while coaching first base during a Tulsa Drillers game. Mike left behind a pregnant wife and two children.
Coolbaugh Memorial Golf Tournament is a fundraiser for the family of Mike Coolbaugh. Mike was tragically killed this summer while coaching 1st base during a Tulsa Drillers game. $175 for golf; $50 for dinner and auction. The golf tournament registration begins at 11:00am. Start is 12:30pm. Cocktails and silent auction is at 6:00pm, followed by dinner and a live auction beginning at 7:00pm.
Guadalupe Home Fundraiser
- Date/Time: 11/10/07 (6:30pm to 11:00pm)
- Location: Pedrotti's North Wind Ranch (13715 FM 1560, Helotes)
- Contact: Call (210) 476-0707
The Guadalupe Home's 6th Annual Fundraiser features dinner, dancing, live auctions and more. Cost is $45 for individuals and $80 per couple. Live music by Cactus country band and prizes will be awarded for Best Dressed Cowgirl and Cowboy.
Annual Turkey Bingo
- Date/Time: 11/11/07 (2:00pm to 6:00pm)
- Location: Parish Hall (907 Kentucky Avenue)
- Contact: Call Lupe Solano (210) 734-8661
The Little Flower Altar Society will hold their annual Turkey Bingo event at Parish Hall. Donation is $6 per person for 20 games of bingo. Tickets can be bought at the door. Food and drinks will also be available.
Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner
- Date/Time: 11/22/07 (9:00am to 5:00pm)
- Location: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center (200 E. Market Street, Exhibit Hall D)
- Contact: Get information on how to volunteer
The 28th Annual Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner feeds 25,000 people per year. Over 4,000 volunteers are needed to make the event possible.
Volunteering for Thanksgiving
Leading up to and on Thanksgiving Day there are many opportunities to help out with food drives and other benefits in the San Antonio area. Learn more on volunteering in San Antonio during the Thanksgiving holidays.
