Benefits & Fundraisers

This second annual event is dedicated to unmasking the secrecy, stigma and shame associated with eating disorders.

The event will benefit the Emily Program & Foundation and its mission to save lives, change minds and eliminate eating disorders. Through seminars, forums and outreach, the Foundation increases awareness for eating disorders, obesity, and body image issues among adults and young people. In addition, it funds citizen lobbying and public policymaking efforts, as well as advocates for greater access to care, research and improved prevention methods. Read more about Emily Program & Foundation to host Unmasked Gala

Things will heat up as five local chefs from area restaurants compete for the coveted “Golden Cleaver” award. This cooking competition, open to the public, is styled after the TV show “Chopped” and will be judged by local celebrities. Read more about Sizzle For A Cause--A Sizzling Hot Cooking Competition

Celebrate St. David’s Center for Child & Family Development with fine dining, live entertainment, silent and live auctions, plus a vibrant After Party. It all starts at 5 p.m. with the VIP Reception. The Main Event begins at 6 p.m. Silent auction, dinner provided by D'Amico Catering, program and live auction with Emcee Michele Tafoya. The After Party begins at 9:30 p.m. with live music and dancing provided by SWAG. Read more about Make Them Shine Gala benefiting St. David's Center

Please join us for an inspirational evening sharing the work of Opportunity International as we bring together female executives, leaders, and activists. Hear from Megan Tamte, Co-founder and CEO, Evereve (formerly Hot Mama), and Vicki Escarra, Global CEO, Opportunity International, as they share stories of overcoming their fears through courage. Be motivated by the story of Beathe Iribagiza, a Rwandan survivor of the genocide and expert artisan, who exemplifies the spirit of determination. Read more about Overcoming Fear Through Courage

A Benefit to raise money to end human trafficking in Minnesota Read more about A Day in the Street

Friends and family of the Shiues and Browns are hosting a fundraiser to cover the cost of a kidney transplant and ancillary costs not covered by insurance. Find their full story below or online at kidneykindness.com

Please join the fun and help them celebrate a lifesaving event! Attractions include: mini golf, trampolines, climbing walls, spider climb, a giant slide, laser tag, a blacklight ropes course, bump n' spin cars, bowling, great food and more! Read more about Kidney Kindness Fundraiser

To schedule your donation, go to www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code THEMARSH; or call The Marsh at 952-935-2202.

To find out if you're eligible to give blood, please call the American Red Cross at 1-800-448-3545.

Donors will receive a free Marsh Guest Day Pass and 20% savings voucher for The Marsh Spa, Shop or Restaurant. Read more about American Red Cross Blood Drive

Competing restaurants include: Ike's, Famous Daves, Gold Nugget, Glen Lake Cafe and Cowboy Jacks. 

How it works: Attendees will vote for their favorite for
the People's Choice Award. The Professional’s Choice Award will be determined by: Read more about STOMP for Mental Health - Chili for Charity

The third annual Laugh Out Loud Twin Cities (LOLTC), fundraiser for Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare will be held Saturday, September 27 at the Hilton Hotel, 1001 Marquette Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Tickets for Laugh Out Loud Twin Cities can be purchased by visiting www.LOLTwinCities.org. The ticket levels are: Read more about David Spade Headlines Laugh Out Loud Twin Cities

Tapping History is a monthly event presented by Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society, it is a free public event with roatating speakers on the history of Lake Minnetonka. The event takes place the second Monday of each month.

Danceland Burning: Big Reggie, Rolling Stones & 40 years of music memories at Danceland. This will be an open mic format for anyone to speak on their experiences and share memories at Danceland and the Rolling Stones Concert in 1964.

Come have a pint & reflect on the history of Danceland! Read more about Tapping History: Danceland Burning