Swim for clean water at the 32nd Annual Buzzards Bay Swim, featuring a spectacular open-water course across outer New Bedford Harbor. The swim benefits the Buzzards Bay Coalition, a nonprofit […]
NEW BEDFORD -- Indivisible SouthCoast will hold a "Bigger than Dobbs: Stop the War on Women" rally on Saturday, June 28, aimed at supporting women's rights and freedoms. The rally […]
MATTAPOISETT -- YMCA Southcoast is hosting a Buoy Paint Night at the Mattapoisett YMCA, where you can combine creativity and relaxation with supporting a cause. Enjoy guided instruction on the […]
🍽️Enjoy fresh, locally-sourced flavors from the comfort of your home (or the beach!), all while supporting Sharing the Harvest Community Farm 🥕. Tickets are on sale now for YMCA Southcoast's Farm to Go dinner fundraiser on Saturday, July 19. This special event honors the rich harvest of the South Coast and celebrates the powerful impact […]
The annual campaign fundraiser on Thursday, Aug. 7, starts with a Launch Party at the New Bedford YMCA, where attendees will have the chance to win raffle prizes, bid on auction items and enjoy complimentary snacks and a cash bar. The party runs from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Afterwards, harbor cruise ticket holders will head […]
Cask & Pig in Dartmouth will team up with United Way of Greater New Bedford for a Dine Out fundraiser on Tuesday, Sept. 16. from 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. […]
NEW BEDFORD -- Starting Wednesday, Sept. 17, Joseph Drayton and his son, Noah, will step off on a four-day walk to Provincetown to raise awareness and funds for equity, or […]
FALL RIVER -- The Fall River YMCA and Stoico/FIRSTFED YMCA are teaming up to host Cheers for a Cause 2025, a wine-and- beer tasting fundraiser for the YMCA Southcoast, at […]
The Waterfront Historic Area League (WHALE) will hold its annual auction in a hybrid format. The auction will start online on September 21 and continue in person on Sunday, October […]
Shachah Praise and Worship Center will hold a yard sale Saturday Sept. 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Ethel Rose House of Refuge Sober House […]
WAREHAM -- "A Little Bit Country" is the theme of this year's annual Sip & Support fundraiser for the Gleason Family YMCA. So, throw on your cowboy boots and meet on Thursday, Oct. 2, at the Stone Path Malt & Taproom. There will be raffles, a silent auction, and a whisky/bourbon pull. Minkle Boys Catering […]
The first Full Throttle for Food Motorcycle Run will benefit Damien’s Food Pantry. Riders will travel a 45-mile route through the South Coast, starting at Damien’s Food Pantry and ending at Redmen Hall in Wareham. Registration is $25 per person. Participants are entered into a door prize raffle, and the first 100 riders to register […]
The Autumn Mixer features a fall-inspired menu, seasonal cocktails and mocktails, and live entertainment. Guests can test their luck in a pumpkin patch and be among the first to explore silent-auction items that range from weekend getaways and sports memorabilia to spa experiences. The evening supports the mission of United Way of Greater New Bedford […]
NorthStar Learning Centers presents “Old Vegas Casino Night” on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets cost $200. Guests will receive $1,200 in chips and two drinks. […]
Sunflowers for Sallie supports youth grief awareness and educator training. It honors the memory of Sallie LeBlanc through community outreach and school-based programs. Food, raffles, and live music from 5 to 8 p.m. Proceeds support grief-awareness materials for schools and educator workshops. Tickets cost $20. Funds help educators support students coping with suicide loss. More […]
The Young Women’s Leadership Conference is on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Our Sisters’ School. Admission is $15. The program unites girls ages 10 to 14 for a day of self-empowerment and hands-on workshops. David Guadalupe, director of community impact and engagement at YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts, will deliver the […]
Style and Impact at Luxury Tax is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. at WNBOne Radio. Tickets range from $20 to $50. The women of Luxury Tax will open their closets for a Sip and Shop event with fashion finds, lightly loved pieces, and accessories in many styles and sizes. […]
PACE will hold its 3rd Annual Giving Tuesday Holiday Cocktail Party on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The fundraiser features cocktails, conversation, raffles, and light fare. A cash-only bar will be available. Tickets are $100 per person and are available online. Proceeds support PACE programs […]
The 365 Days of Hope event returns in a new format with a focus on greater community impact. The program is on Thursday, Dec. 4, at 6 p.m. at Century House in Acushnet. "365 Days of Hope: The Light Within" supports the year-round fund and the Holiday Hope Project, which assists families during the holidays. […]
Willoughby’s Cafe will hold its seventh annual Friends Helping Families dinner on Friday, Dec. 19, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at 481 Ashley Blvd. in New Bedford. The fundraiser supports local families in need during the holiday season. Tickets are $25 and include a three-course dinner with tossed green salad, Italian baked penne with bread […]
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