This spring has hundreds of Nonprofit Galas like the UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball in New Orleans, as seen above. It was held at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans on March 7, 2026. It had notable celebrities, civic leaders, and hosts like:
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- Anthony Anderson
- Kevin Frazier
- Lynn Whitfield
Keep your eye on these other Galas!
Premier 2026 US Charity Galas
- Robin Hood Foundation Benefit (May 11, 2026): Held at the Javits Center in NYC, this is often called the “Oscars of Philanthropy” and has previously raised over $70 million in one evening.
- amfAR Palm Beach (March 28, 2026): A high-profile event for HIV/AIDS research featuring celebrities like John Legend and Gloria Gaynor.
- St. Jude Global Gala (October 23, 2026): Hosted at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C., supporting pediatric cancer treatment worldwide.
- The Goodman Theatre Centennial Gala (May 16, 2026): A major black-tie event in Chicago featuring Tituss Burgess, celebrating the theater’s 100th anniversary.
- UNCF Twin Cities Masked Ball (May 16, 2026): The 10th-anniversary celebration of this premier social and fundraising event focused on minority education.
- Boston Winter Ball (March 7, 2026): One of Boston’s biggest nights out, which has raised over $2.4 million for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation.
- Dick Vitale Gala (May 1, 2026): The 21st annual event in Sarasota, FL, dedicated to pediatric cancer research.
Regional Charity Guides
For a larger volume of local but significant events, these regional calendars provide specific links and dates:
- Chicago “Big Dates” Calendar: A comprehensive list of over 50 major non-profit events in Chicago throughout 2026.
- Orange County Charity Guide: Features West Coast events like the Poseidon’s Casino Night and the Lunar New Year Dinner.
- St. Jude National Gala Finder: Lists major galas across the US, including the Oasis of Hope in Phoenix (April 11) and Viva St. Jude in Las Vegas (Sept 25–26).
