Benefits & Fundraisers

The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society (ELMHS) will present “Celebrating Danceland: 1904-1968” on May 9, 2018 at the Old Log Theatre, 5185 Meadville Street, Greenwood, MN. The evening will begin at 5:30 pm with a “mini-exhibit” of historic Danceland artifacts and photos and will include Excelsior Brewing Company’s “Big Reggie’s Rootbeer,” a cash bar, gourmet popcorn, a raffle, and a trivia contest. Read more about Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society Presents "Celebrating Danceland: 1904-1968"

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

Only
Minnesotans are daring (and crazy?) enough to bike in the winter! What
is a Frosty Fat, eh? It’s a group of fat tire bike riders rounding a
½-mile circuit as many times as they can, to raise dollars
for UHCCF medical grants for kids. Bundle up and gather family and
friends to enjoy this unique winter event!  Read more about Frosty Fat Tire Festival Benefiting the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF)

What:  We Can Ride's 23rd
Annual Chefs' Brigade Dinner will celebrate New Beginnings this year in honor
of the successful move to the Medina location in the Three Rivers Park
District.  The event will be held at the Edinburgh Country Club and will
be emceed by KARE11's own Jeff Edmondson. The evening will commence with a
silent auction, photo booth, raffles, and an array of appetizers.  A
plated multi-course dinner will be served by a team of talented Twin Cities
chefs, and will be accompanied by a live auction, inspirational speakers,
Read more about We Can Ride 23rd Annual Chefs' Brigade Dinner

Join The Brain Injury Research Lab and the Hennepin Health Foundation for Charlene’s 5K Dog Run. They encourage every human with or without a four-legged friend to participate in enjoying the park, outdoor exercise, and raising money for a unique cause. Read more about Charlene's 5K Dog Run

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!

Take the first step by finding a Walk near you. Once you register, you’ll have access to a wide range of tools and support through your customized Participant Center. Join us and lead the way to Alzheimer's first survivor. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s disease! Read more about Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® Twin Cities

ICA Food Shelf is
excited to announce its annual Happy Hour for Hunger at Spasso is back!

Happy Hour for Hunger is a good excuse to leave the office behind
and enjoy a drink or two with the community! Come mix and mingle with your
neighbors while supporting a great cause. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.

Hosted on the beautiful outdoor patio at Spasso- free
appetizers, a drawing, mystery bags and a silent auction are sure to provide a
great evening. One silent auction item features dinner and wine for 8 at
Spasso! Read more about Happy Hour for Hunger

The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) and PROSHRED® Security
(Proshred) will host their fourth annual, nationwide “Shred Cancer”
event on Saturday, June 3. Community members are invited to bring their
personal documents to be securely shredded while raising funds for
cancer research around prevention. Read more about Shred Cancer

Excelsior’s
annual fashion show, “The Runway,” will take place on May 11, 2017, from 5:00 –
7:30pm at Pique Travel in downtown Excelsior. Like last year’s sold-out event, the
show will be emceed by Kate Raddatz of WCCO and feature the styles of 10 local
stores.  Read more about Annual Excelsior Fashion Show "The Runway"

Expect the finest fare, fantastic fashions at our endless extravaganza. You will be greeted by miniature horses, military guardsmen. Enjoy a lavish luncheon and delectable drinks in Derby style. Derby through the Ages Fashion Show. Dozens of horses. Drawings. Games of chance, Silent and Live Auctions, Sensational Sounds & Captivating Cirque Cameo Performances, Hat Parade. Manes & Tales. Best dressed, best couple and best hat competition -- all with breathtaking views of the Mississippi. Read more about Derby Day Affair