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SUMMARY:Bethesda Project's 29th Annual Party & Auction
DESCRIPTION:Bethesda Project\, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing emergency shelter\, housing\, and supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia\, is hosting its 29th Annual Party & Auction on Friday\, May 15\, 2026\, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the historic Masonic Temple in Philadelphia. The Party & Auction is the organization’s largest fundraising event\, and this year Bethesda Project aims to raise $250\,000 in support of the life-changing programs and services they provide for thousands of Philadelphians experiencing homelessness annually and achieve their mission to be family with those who have none.  \nThe event will honor Bethesda Project founder Abbot Domenic Rossi\, O. Praem. who founded the organization in 1979 with members of his prayer group from Daylesford Abbey in Paoli\, Pennsylvania. He is currently serving his final year as abbot at Daylesford Abbey and will continue to serve the priesthood and community after his retirement. \nThe program host is Aunyea Lachelle\, an Emmy Award–winning entertainment and lifestyle journalist\, host\, and producer with more than a decade of experience across broadcast television\, digital media\, and live events. She is currently an on-air entertainment and lifestyle contributor for multiple networks nationwide\, including ABC News. Most recently\, she served as the host and producer of Philly Live on NBC10 Philadelphia\, where she anchored daily live television\, produced original segments\, and interviewed some of the biggest names in entertainment\, culture\, and news. \nThis event’s premier sponsor is The Emerson Group\, a leading consumer products equity organization that manages brands totaling over $8 billion in value and invests in small and medium-sized brands through its various divisions: Emerson Logistics\, Emerson Retail Commerce\, Emerson Digital Commerce\, Emerson Insights\, Emerson Brand Management\, Emerson Marketing\, and Emerson Consumer Care. \nThe Party & Auction celebrates Bethesda Project’s history and shared accomplishments\, as well as provides an opportunity to honor community partners\, sponsors\, and donors. Guests attending the Party & Auction can expect to see and learn new things at the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia. From 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm\, three rooms upstairs will be open for self-guided tours\, allowing guests to experience the space intimately and uniquely. General admission tickets are available for $225 with special discounted pricing for Early-Bird tickets until April 25th or Young Professional General Admission\, 40 and under\, for $175. \nSilent auction items available at this year’s event include vacations\, restaurant gift cards\, a variety of gift baskets\, signed sports memorabilia\, and more! For those unable to physically attend the event and bid on-site\, individuals will still be able to participate in the silent auction\, which goes live online on May 8th. \nAbout Bethesda Project\nBethesda Project provides emergency shelter\, housing\, and supportive services for those experiencing \nhomelessness in Philadelphia through its mission to “find and care for the abandoned poor and to be family with those who have none.” Across its 11 locations\, Bethesda Project offers a safe environment where guests and residents can stabilize and regain their dignity and self-worth. For more information\, please visit www.bethesdaproject.org.
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SUMMARY:Hope Travels 5K: Run-Walk-Roll
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inclusive and memorable experience! Your participation makes trusted medical fundraising and hope possible for thousands of families facing financial hardship due to a medical crisis. \n  \nOur event is accessible and open to all. Help Hope Live welcomes participants\, including runners\, walkers\, wheelchair users\, and those with baby strollers\, along with our sponsors\, to raise funds that make a difference in the lives of people facing significant medical costs they cannot meet alone. Register early to secure your early bird discount and guarantee your Hope Travels t-shirt by race day. \n  \nAll attendees have the opportunity to fundraise. Prizes will be awarded to our Top Individual and Team Fundraisers. \nBecause of you\, we can provide help and hope when it’s needed most! \n  \nEvent Options: \n5K Run (view route) \n1-Mile Run/Walk \nTeam Barrett Brooks Challenge ($555 fundraising minimum) \nVirtual 5K \n  \nAmenities: \nRefreshments\, water stations\, and accessible porta potties onsite. \n  \nSwag: \nT-shirts (S-3XL) are guaranteed for runners registered by April 27\, 2026! Medals for all finishers. \n  \nRace Results: \nRace will be professionally timed and posted at Bryn Mawr Racing Company. \n  \nAwards: \nPrizes/gift cards for the Top 1-3 overall finishers. Plus\, prizes for our Top Individual and Team Fundraisers. \n  \nRace Info: \nCheck-in starts at 9:30 a.m.\, and the race begins at 10:30 am. 1-mile fun walk begins at 10:40 am. \nOpening ceremony at 10 a.m. \nAwards ceremony at 11:15 a.m. \nNo pets are permitted at this race location. \nThis is a certified 5K with chipped timing. Results will be posted immediately after the race. \nReceive an official finisher medal upon completing the race. \n  \nSpecial Guests: \nMeet former Eagle and current host of NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Birds Huddle\, Barrett Brooks. Barrett is once again teaming up with Help Hope Live to raise awareness and funds through several game-changing events in 2026. Come prepared with your top Eagles questions. Go Birds! \n  \nOur Mission: \nHelp Hope Live supports community-based fundraising for people with unmet medical expenses and related costs due to cell and organ transplants or catastrophic injuries and illnesses. Every year\, we make sure thousands of families across the nation have access to life-saving medical care and equipment. www.helphopelive.org
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