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House of Mercy Charity Ball

Gala/Party for Mercyhealth Development Foundation
Oct 07, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Deadline: September 23, 2023

Who's Going
Fundraising Goal $275,000
Expected Attendance 275
Reach 275
Ticket Price $125
Metro Area Madison, WI
Exempt Status 501(c)(3) (IRS Form 990 Filed)
Nonprofit Category T - Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations
Attendee Gender Ratio 50% Male, 50% Female
Potential Item Uses Online Auction Silent Auction Other Gift Bag Live Auction Raffle/Sweepstakes A-Thon Incentive/Prize Supply Drive Volunteer Appreciation
How Donors Promoted Event Signage Event Program Event Announcement Website Email Blast Facebook Instagram Newsletter Printed Flyers
Attendee Ages 18-24 Years 25-34 Years 35-44 Years 45-54 Years 55-64 Years 65+ Years 0-4 Years 5-11 Years 12-17 Years
Attendees' Children's Ages 0-4 Years 5-11 Years 12-17 Years 18+ Years
Description

The House of Mercy Chairty Ball is an elegant and entertaining event that raises funds for the House of Mercy Homeless Shelter. 

The House of Mercy Homeless Center is a 25-bed facility that provides homeless women and families with short-term, emergency shelter and access to community resources. Staff at the center assist residents by assessing their needs, obtaining appropriate referrals and services, and designing an action plan aimed at achieving stable housing. 

Since 1996, the House of Mercy has provided and support for more than 8,000 individuals, more than half of whom are children.  

Funds go toward:

  • Transportation / car repair
  • Gas and grocery cards
  • Paper products
  • Rental assistance
  • School supplies
  • Educational workshops
  • Safe shelter for up to 60 days
The Celtic House
1417 W Airport Rd
Janesville, WI 53546