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Greetings! Thank you for supporting Family Promise of North Idaho’s Charity Golf Scramble. This year’s event takes place at the Links Golf Course in Post Falls on Friday, August 23rd
All of the proceeds raised from this event will benefit Family Promise of North Idaho. Our mission is to transform the lives of homeless children and their family. We are a unique shelter as we partner with local churches who host our guest families for a week at a time. The congregational volunteers who provide meals and a private space for each family are trained in the art of hospitality and confidentiality. In this way, the community of Kootenai County becomes part of the support system to those families experiencing homelessness.
We are grateful for you and thank you in advance for investing in families in need though out our community!
Our 7th Annual Red Dress Run Charity event will be an epic pub crawl. We are planning on rolling through downtown Coeur d Alene and are reaching out to at least 7 locations to see about drink specials and such.
in addition to our pub crawl members of CDAH3 will also be hosting two other events that you are all welcome to attend. On Thursday night we will be holding a dress exchange/rental party. There will be libations on hand but you may want to byod just in case. Then on Friday night we are all wearing camo to go watch an amazing band, LDW, in Spokane. Both events are posted on this page.
Our goal will be to donate 100% of all proceeds to our chosen charity and for that reason we are only asking for a 10 dollar donation to participate. Every dollar of your donation will be given back to the charity.
Since we are focusing on raising the most money this year, you will need to bring cash for pub stops. In addition to the pub stops we will have at least one beer stop and shot stop which will be paid for by the CDAH3. We will mostly be in downtown CDA but will also hit some shiggy and the lake to cool off on a hot August day.
No swag will be available this year as we try to maximize our donation. Again, every dollar taken in will be donated. As always, we will be glad to accept as much as you are willing to give and we will solicit donations as we wind our way through beautiful Coeur d Alene.
This year our local cause will be raising money for a local teenager that was very nearly killed in a vehicle vs pedestrian accident. Nicholas Eloe is a local hockey player known to many in the community. On July 21st Nick was going to pick up something he’s been dreaming of…his first ever fishing boat. Well, he got his dream come true, however on the way home he and his dad stopped along the road side because Nick saw some debris in the middle of the road.
While attempting to retrieve the debris, he was hit by a pickup truck doing over 50 miles an hour while his dad was in the pickup truck.
His dad performed much needed first-aid at the scene but life flight was called in to transport him over 40 miles to sacred heart hospital in Spokane.
Date ::
Saturday, August 24, 2019
Purpose ::
An evening of fun and generosity supporting the Lutherhaven Fund, making camp available to ALL children regardless of ability to pay. In 2016, 63% of campers came at free or reduced cost thanks to donors like you.
Program ::
Cruise boat ride to camp, live music; wine, beer, & cider tasting; meaningful program and a paddle raise to support camp, delicious buffet-style dinner.
Paddle Raise ::
After the dinner program, guests will have the opportunity to raise a paddle to make a 1 to 3 year pledge of support to the Lutherhaven Fund.
Attire ::
Cowboy casual with a touch of “bling!”
Join us for an evening of some of Broadway’s most thrilling songs, featuring local singers and actors. Wine will be available for purchase at the event.
The Lake City Trail Alliance’s annual fundraiser, sponsorship drive, and celebration will be hosted at the Ponderosa Springs Golf Course at Capone’s Pub on the Green.*
+ $10 entry fee for non-members ($5 for members)
+ Live music by Broken Mantle Band
+ Taco bar and raffle prizes!
We invite our guests to help us raise money to be used on local trail work. So much of our work depends on tools, fuel, and machinery. We appreciate our members and volunteers. Thank you.
Don’t miss the event of the season and your chance to impact our local youth! Join us to for our biggest fundraiser of the year and enjoy silent and live auctions, hor d’oeurves, drinks, dinner and dancing. 100% of the money raised goes directly to our local Clubs and helps ensure we can continue to enhance and expand our programs for our local youth.
To date, we have raised nearly $145,000 for cancer patients in North Idaho.
SPONSORED BY:
Bale Breaker Brewing Company, Tri State Outfitters, Odom Corporations, Centennial Distributing & Timberline Drilling
ABOUT THE EVENT:
There are more things to enjoy at ‘Breast Fest’ than you can imagine and we’re excited to celebrate 11 years of giving!
We play Bingo (with great prizes), 50/50 Raffle, Food and Drink Specials, Silent & Live Auctions!
All proceeds benefit free Breast Cancer Screenings at Panhandle Health,the Kootenai Health Cancer Patient Support Fund and Susan G. Komen of Idaho.
CARPER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION.
We are the Carper family of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and represent the Carper Community Foundation. The roots of our foundation started as a homegrown fundraiser in our backyard nearly 10 years ago, but through the generosity and support of local partners we have been able to expand our fundraising efforts and make a tangible impact here in our community.
WHAT DRIVES US.
Our dedication to this cause is in loving tribute to so many in our community that have battled cancer, but especially we honor our mom Kathy Carper. She lost her long-time battle to breast cancer in 2001, but her amazing courage and strength of spirit continues to inspire those her knew her. We were supported by so many in our community and this is our way of giving back.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY.
We remain committed as an organization to ensure our fundraising efforts help those right here in our community. As such, we donate our funds to local community cancer foundations; including the Panhandle Health District, Kootenai Health Foundation Patient Support Fund and Susan G. Komen Idaho. The funds donated to the Kootenai Health Foundation will be used in the Cancer Patient Support Fund, which has the greatest financial need within the cancer center and aims to remove financial barriers that would prohibit a patient from getting the care they need. Often this money is used for gas cards, necessary pain medications not covered by insurance, co-pays, cab rides and sometimes even groceries or new shoes for kids. Funds also go toward providing FREE lifesaving mammograms to those who cannot afford this service, and breast cancer research so that one day, we’ll find a cure for this deadly disease.
Welcome to the 11th annual Break the Silence 5k walk for suicide prevention and awareness hosted by the Suicide Prevention Action Network of North Idaho.
Join us on Saturday, September 14th, for the 11th annual Break the Silence 5K walk (run, jog, or however you roll)! Our walk is to remember those lost to suicide, raise awareness of this public health issue, and promote local mental health resources.
Registration to walk is FREE; unless with your registration you want to purchase a 2019 Break the Silence t-shirt featuring our new SPAN of North Idaho logo for $30.00. Of course, donations are always appreciated.
Please celebrate Mudgy & Millies’s 11th birthday party, with there two books, music and birthday cake.
Join us for the Hayden Senior Center Annual Dinner and Dance Fundraiser – Our biggest event of the year you don’t want to miss!
Enjoy a fun filled evening in a country western theme! Serving Prime Rib AND Salmon along with plenty of fix’ins and a no host bar.
Live auction (Trips, Shopping Spree, Horse Saddle to name a few), Paddle Raise (help feed a senior) and a 50/50 raffle to raise funds to support the Hayden Senior Center and its facility expansion.
To finalize the evening, a Blue Jeans Dancing hoedown! Strap on your boots and boogie!
Sponsorship opportunities available too! Sign up through the tickets option or call the Hayden Senior Center at (208) 762-7052 for a sponsorship form.
Come support a great cause in keeping our beloved Centennial Trail ship shape by attending the benefit. Enjoy a 5 course wine and food pairing from 5 different chefs showing off their culinary expertise. Also you’re free to take part in a raffle to win a limited Liveforblu 60″ aluminum print. All proceeds for tonight’s event are going towards The Trail that we all know, love and use regularly. Live music will also be going during the event with an acoustic set from Kyle Richard Music. Tickets available starting first week of August. We look forward to seeing you all there!
P.S. Dress code level = sharp!
Join us for our first-ever SOURCES OF STRENGTH COLOR RUN! This 1-mile run with splashes of color chalk along the way is a great way to promote healthy and happy living among middle and high school students in our school district. All proceeds from this event will go directly to the new Sources of Strength programs serving our secondary schools. This will be the second year of Sources of Strength, which empowers kids from all walks of life to create a culture within their school that brings about healthy change through diversity and compassion. This dynamic club is student-led and assists in helping all students find their personal strength through a message of hope, health and strength.
Anthony’s for North Idaho College
Presents Investing in Dreams
September 24, 2019
$100 per person
Anthony’s is generously donating dinner and the use of the restaurant for this exclusive event to benefit students and programs of North Idaho College. All proceeds will provide strategic resources to fund educational excellence and scholarships vital to students.
5:30 p.m. Social with Hors d’oeuvres
6:30 p.m. Anthony’s finest Northwest cuisine and wine pairing
1926 W. Riverstone Drive, Coeur d’Alene
To purchase tickets, call the NIC Foundation at (208) 769-5978 or buy online at www.nic.edu/give.
A Martini Affair will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Season’s of Coeur d’Alene from 5:30-8:30p.m. Dinner and a beverage are included in the $50 ticket. There will be silent and live auction, the wine grab and more. This event in raises funds to support the unique needs of the survivors that Safe Passage supports in the community.
Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center is possible because of supporters like you with the sustained support Safe Passage receives from donations, volunteers and corporate sponsorship’s. in 2018, we provided safety and services to over 1,300 victims—who otherwise might not have had a place to go or the financial means to get help.
Thank you for supporting survivors in the community.
Save the Date! The Lady d’Alenes Annual CASA baby shower is coming soon.
More details will be shared as the event draws near.
CASA supports trained Advocates for over 400 child abuse and neglect victims in North Idaho. Advocates investigate child protection cases, represent the child’s best interest in court and
help find them a safe home with a forever family.
You’re invited to the North Idaho Walk to End Alzheimer’s!
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease. Funds raised for the event are used for Alzheimer’s research and to provide care and support services to local families impacted by the disease.
Register here: act.alz.org/northidaho
This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease!
When you participate in Walk, you’re fueling our mission and raising the level of Alzheimer’s awareness in your community.
Join us and lead the way to Alzheimer’s first survivor. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s disease!
This is a family and pet friendly event, and the walk route is fully accessible. It is free to attend; however, participants who raises $100 or more will receive a Walk to End Alzheimer’s t-shirt.
Coeur d’Alene is officially taking part in the world’s largest charitable motorcycle event for owners of classic and vintage styled bikes on Sunday September 29th, 2019.
This year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride will bring together over 120,000 well dressed gentlefolk in 700+ cities on stunning motorcycles for men’s health across 110+ countries.
The goal for 2019 is to raise awareness and $7m USD for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health on behalf of charity partner the Movember Foundation.
Important Facts:
– Registration will officially open on 1st August.
– All participating riders must be registered upon The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride website to view local ride details.
– Ride details are to remain confidential
– Start fundraising to be in the running for amazing prizes and rewards.
Keep updated and register at www.gentlemansride.com
Cosmic Cowboy will be donating 10% of their sales on October 2nd back to the NICTF. Music, food, raffles and more. Hope to see you all there.
We will be hosting St. Vinny’s 7th Annual Fashion Show in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Outfits and fashion accessories are from St. Vincent de Paul’s thrift stores and are modeled by local celebrities and friends. We anticipate approximately 400 guests at the function and the funds raised will go toward our Winter Warming Center for those without shelter for protection from the cold. Last winter alone, the Warming Center was open 88 nights with an average of 35 people per night. St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho does not receive federal or state funding for these Warming Centers.
Presented by Idaho Central Credit Union! Mark your calendars! Only $25 for for 16 yrs and older. Kids under 16 free! 12:00-2:00 join us for family fun with face painting, bounce houses, Papa Murphy Pizza, Disney Princesses will even make an appearance!!! 2:00 PM is the opening ceremony followed by the remembrance ceremony to honor those affected by a pregnancy, infant or child loss. If you would like your child’s name read at the ceremony, on a sign on the race route and on our shirts, please message our office info@inwsids.org If you would like to join our planning team, we would love to have you! We are also looking for sponsors. Call me if you would like to help! 208-557-4371 ~ Liz
The North Idaho Charitable Events (NICE) Calendar is a comprehensive listing featuring events and fundraising activities from area nonprofit agencies. Created in 2008, it’s your go-to source for promoting and planning fundraisers and all other events.
POST your events here as soon as your dates are confirmed.
USE it to plan your event, avoid duplication and get better attendance.
