Fill Your Calendar With These 6 Philanthropic Events Of The Season

‘Tis the season to pay it forward. From galas to luncheons, we have the city’s philanthropic endeavors to mark on your calendar.

Last year’s theme at the InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball; PHOTO: BY MANNY HERNANDEZ; COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES

11/4

InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball

As one of the most philanthropic events of the season, the annual InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball heads into its 28th year. Commemorating four decades of philanthropy, this year’s gala serves as a tribute to the organization committed to granting wishes for children facing critical illnesses. This year, guests can expect an evening of intrigue as InterContinental Miami is transformed into the fictional World Museum of Art | Musée Mondial D’art, honoring the theme “OCULUS—Le Sceptre Rose.” Also in store is a live “Wish” auction led by Gabrielle Anwar, the celebrity emcee returning for her 12th consecutive year. A grand red carpet and elegant cocktail reception will be followed by a four-course gourmet dinner and a private concert by Sting. InterContinental Miami, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, makeawishball.com

11/4

Fashion Funds The Cure

Sharing the stories of local children battling cancer for almost two decades, Fashion Funds the Cure continues to weave these children’s dreams and hopes into a night of high fashion. Through the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, this event works to raise money to fund research to eliminate childhood cancer. Providing children with the experience of a lifetime on the runway, this nationwide runway tour is returning to South Florida for an event that never goes out of style. nationalpcf.org

11/9

Miracles in Miami

Prepare for a night of philanthropic giving as Miracles in Miami returns for its second year. Raising money in support of Childhelp, the country’s oldest and largest nonprofit dedicated to the treatment and prevention of child abuse, the event is gearing up to raise money to expand its program to Florida public schools. This year, promising an all-star lineup, complete with an art auction and live performance, Miracles in Miami will surely be an event to remember. miraclesinmiami.com

Claire Holt and Jorge Camaraza at 2022 Childhelp Miracles in Miami Benefit. PHOTO: COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES

11/11

PAMM’s Art of the Party

Marking its 10th anniversary, Pérez Art Museum Miami is celebrating its Art of The Party, presented by Tiffany & Co. From cultural philanthropists, artists, civic leaders and supporters, the annual gala promotes artistic expression, art appreciation and design. This year’s celebration honors Jorge and Darlene Pérez for their unwavering dedication to the arts and the Miami community, in addition to the fifth annual Pérez Prize, which recognizes an artist for artistic achievement. Complete with a cocktail reception, an unforgettable sit-down dining experience, live music and a late-night dance party, guests will enjoy a gala for the decades. 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, pamm.org/aotp23

11/20

Guardians of Children Luncheon

Jackson Health Foundation’s Annual Guardians of the Children Luncheon and Fashion Show PHOTO COURTESY OF JACKSON HEALTH FOUNDATION

Heading into its 24th year, Jackson Health prepares to host the annual Guardians of the Children Luncheon and Fashion Show benefiting Holtz Children’s Hospital. Celebrating the anniversary of naming the hospital, the annual luncheon features an exclusive fashion show and a chance drawing. Every year, the luncheon helps Holtz Children’s give young children a second chance at living a fuller life. 455 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne, jacksonhealthfoundation.org

01/13/2024

YoungArts Miami Gala

A culminating event of its signature National YoungArts Week, the 2024 YoungArts Miami Gala will draw guests from Miami and across the nation to support the organization’s vision of a world that embraces artists as vital to our humanity. Working to provide funding, space, mentorship and professional development for artists throughout their careers, YoungArts aims to support artists in both their emerging years and for their entire lives. “It takes the bold energy and unwavering commitment of the entire arts ecosystem to build the world we envision. We can’t wait to gather artists and supporters alike for an evening of celebration and forward momentum,” says Clive Chang, president of YoungArts. Throughout the evening, individuals embracing YoungArts’ mission will enjoy cocktails, dining and a series of enrapturing performances by YoungArts award winners. 2100 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, youngarts.org/ways-to-give