Looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? From King Cake contests to company dress down days, there are countless ways to raise awareness and support neighbors in need. Whether it's a small gathering or something larger, it all starts with a simple idea.
The best part about organizing your own event is that it can be tailored to your strengths, your network, and your resources. Whether it’s a one-day event or something more ongoing, there’s no limit to what you can do to help.
Here's a few examples of some fun events from Food Bank supporters:
The best part about organizing your own event is that it can be tailored to your strengths, your network, and your resources. Whether it’s a one-day event or something more ongoing, there’s no limit to what you can do to help.
Here's a few examples of some fun events from Food Bank supporters:
- The Reminding Coffee & Creative House donated a portion of coffee sales
- Covington Beer Garden & The Southern Hotel hosted bingo nights
- The Pontchartrain Club organized a Farm Fête festival with live music and food
- Brown and Brown Insurance held a jeans day fundraiser
- ButterflyFX hosted a King Cake competition at their Boutique Krewetacular
- PIG Invitation Charity donated a portion of proceeds from their annual golf tournament
- Louisiana Cookin’ Magazine supported us through their Chefs to Watch Dinner
- The American Legion Auxiliary held a Banana Split Fundraiser
- Del Porto Ristorante created a special “Food Bank French 75” cocktail
- Several other restaurants and businesses have hosted give-back nights, where a portion of sales goes toward fighting food insecurity
If you’re interested in hosting an event, our Development Director, Scott Wallace, is here to help. He can offer guidance, resources, and ideas to make your event a success and can be reached at 985-327-0044 or swallace@northshorefoodbank.org.
Thank you for considering supporting Northshore Food Bank in this way. With your help, we can continue to provide food assistance and also raise awareness about our services and food insecure neighbors. Together, we can make a difference.
