Benefits & Fundraisers

The Fight For Air Climb is one of the American Lung Association's signature fundraising events. Climbs are held in prominent skyscrapers, giving participants the opportunity to join together with friends, family and co-workers to climb to the top of the building! Over the last several years, our Fight For Air Climb events have raised more than $53 million to support the mission of the American Lung Association. Read more about 2019 Fight For Air Climb Minneapolis

Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against this disease!

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To celebrate its 28th anniversary, destination pet supplies store Chuck & Don’s will hold an company-wide birthday bash and inaugural adoption event at most locations throughout Minnesota and Colorado. The events, which will take place simultaneously on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20, will celebrate 28 years of business by providing activities to customers while supporting local pet adoption organizations. Read more about CHUCK & DON’S EDINA TO HOST HEADING HOME K9 RESCUE ADOPTION EVENT

2018 “Cody’s Dash for Down Syndrome” is on Sat. June 16th at Central Park in Hopkins.  Our event is a 5K run/walk family event, with a kid’s dash, kid’s games, face painting, balloon artists, FREE Dilly Bars, live music, food trucks and much more!!! All of the proceeds from our event support the FREE therapeutic, educational, and social programs for children and adults with Down syndrome, at “Gigi’s Playhouse” in St. Louis Park. Read more about "Cody's Dash for Down Syndrome"

Bring your furry friends along for the Animal Humane Society’s annual Walk for Animals. There will be plenty of activities for you and your pets, along with food trucks and even a dog show. 

845 Meadow Lane North, Golden Valley

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Hammer Residences, Inc. is a Minnesota non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Founded in 1923 by Alvina Hammer, Hammer provides residential caring support for adult and children with developmental disabilities. Hammer Residences, Inc. serves more than 1500 individuals with a wide range of intellectual disabilities like Autism and Down syndrome. Hammer serves 284 people in 36 homes and 10 apartment complexes in the western metro of the Twin Cities. We also provide specialized services to more than 1,600 individuals in their homes. Read more about Reach for Ralph

In collaboration with Explore Edina, fashion retailers from 50th & France, Galleria and Southdale Center are coming together to bring you the latest styles and fashion trends for spring. The event features pop-up shops from Edina boutiques and stores, mimosas, brunch and a fashion show where you can learn tips from local stylist Jodi Mayers. Read more about Style Edina 2018

Rett is a severe neurological disorder that is caused by a random mutation on a single gene. Rett Syndrome is like having autism, cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s epilepsy, and scoliosis all at once. More than 350,000 children and adults have Rett. We are parents, realatives, and friends of those effected by Rett, who are hosting a fundraiser on April 12, 2018 at Edina Country Club from 6:30-9:00 PM to raise money for research to find a cure for Rett Syndrome.  Please join us.   Read more about Reverse Rett Minneapolis

Enjoy appetizers and libations throughout a casual evening filled with live music from crowd favorite Trailer Trash, silent and live auctions, wall of wine and more! Read more about Breanna’s Star: A Night of Art, Celebration and Giving

While many seniors enjoy being able to live independently, the holidays can be a difficult time for those who are unable to spend them with friends or loved ones.

This is why the local Home Instead Senior Care® office serving Edina, Eden Prairie, Bloomington, Richfield and the southwest Minneapolis area is inviting the community to come together to bring some comfort and holiday cheer to area seniors through its Be a Santa to a Senior® program. Read more about Be a Santa to a Senior Holiday Gift Drive