Fundraisers
San Benito Chamber Casino Night
Oak Hill Event Center 1780 US-77, San Benito, TX, United StatesThe San Benito Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Casino Night Fundraiser Nov. 18 at Oak Hill Event Center of San Benito. Roulette, craps and blackjack will be played at the event. This event is strictly for entertainment purposes. All playing chips earned will be able to be used as raffle tickets to win door prizes. The chamber holds fundraisers to help fund various community events that it sponsors. Examples…
South Padre Island Chili Expo (SPICE)
Louie's Backyard 2305 Laguna Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, United StatesWelcome back to the South Padre Island Chili Expo (SPICE) Feb. 19, benefiting South Padre Island Walk for Women. The event helps support women and families in the Valley who are fighting breast cancer with financial assistance. To register to cook, you will need to complete both the registration form and the Health Department Application and return both to reeslangspi@gmail.com. You are also responsible for reading and following the Cooks Rules…
2022 Causeway Run & Fitness Walk
Port Isabel Community Center 213 Yturria Street, Port Isabel, TX, United StatesThe Port Isabel Chamber of Commerce hosts its 38th Annual Longest Causeway Run & Fitness Walk on April 9. The 5K Walk and 10K Run features thousands of participants starting in Port Isabel and crossing the causeway. Walkers will end at the Padre Balli statue on the Island while runners will continue to the finish line at Louie’s Backyard. The run will start promptly at 7 a.m. at the Port Isabel Community…
Mission Citrus Golf Classic 2022
Shary Municipal Golf Club 2201 North Mayberry Street, Mission, TX, United StatesThe Mission Citrus Golf Classic 2022 takes place May 6, benefiting the Mission CISD Education Fund. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with an 8:30 a.m. tee-off. Registration is $500 for a team of three and includes course fees, golf cart, gift bags, breakfast and lunch. To pre-register or for sponsorship information, call 956-585-2727 or email vicepresident@missionchamber.com. Registration is also available online.
Second Annual Laguna Vista Autism Hero Walk/Run
Roloff Park, Laguna Vista 122 Fernandez Street, Laguna Vista, TX, United StatesCalling all autism heroes! Join the Laguna Vista Autism Hero Walk/Run April 23 help spread awareness and acceptance of individuals with autism. Proceeds to benefit BiG Heroes, Inc. The day includes a fun run, 5K and 10K. Participants can attend in person or virtually. Participants who cross the finish line will receive a medal. Festivities include door prizes, activities and information booths. Registration is $15 for the 5K Walk and…
Night of Giving
Weslaco Museum 500 South Texas Blvd., Weslaco, TX, United StatesThe Weslaco Museum invites the public to a Night of Giving on Aug. 18 to focus on raising awareness for Love 146 and Polaris. The museum will also accept donations on the organizations' behalf.
San Benito Chamber of Commerce Second Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
River Bend Resort & Golf Club 4541 Military Highway 281, Brownsville, TX, United StatesEnjoy a day of golf supporting the San Benito Chamber of Commerce at the 2022 Scholarship Golf Tournament on Aug. 27. Raised funds support student scholarships, enhance the local workforce, and make the community a better place to live and work. This scholarship will benefit a graduating San Benito junior/senior pursuing business administration or a related field. Each participant will receive a goodie bag, breakfast and lunch. Cash prizes will…
San Benito Chamber Casino Night
Oak Hill Event Center 1780 US-77, San Benito, TX, United StatesThe San Benito Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Casino Night Fundraiser on Nov. 17 at Oak Hill Event Center. Games for the evening include Roulette, Craps and Blackjack. This event is strictly for entertainment purposes. All playing chips earned will be able to be used as raffle tickets to win door prizes. The chamber holds fundraisers to help fund various community events that it sponsors. Examples are The Back…
Christmas Movie/Toy Drive
H-E-B Park 1616 South Raul Longoria Road, Edinburg, TX, United StatesThe Mercedes Police Department hosts a toy drive on Dec. 16 while the Mercedes Chamber presents a Christmas movie to the public. The event takes place at H-E-B Park (Mercedes Civic Center) from 5-10 p.m.
41st Annual All-America City David Chavana 10K Run/Walk
Richard Flores Stadium 320 E. Mark S. Pena Drive, Edinburg, TX, United StatesThe City of Edinburg hosts the 41st Annual All-America City David Chavana 10k Run/Walk on Feb. 3 and Feb. 4. The Miracle Mile takes place at 6 p.m. Feb. 3 at Richard Flores Stadium,312 Mark S. Pena Drive. On Feb. 4, the 10k Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m. followed by the Fun Run at 10:30 a.m. There will be a variety of awards and even money prizes for the top runners…
Girls Night Out Bingo
Children's Museum of Brownsville 501 E Ringgold Street #5 Dean Porter, Brownsville, TX, United StatesGirl’s Night Out Bingo is back on Feb. 10 at the Children's Museum of Brownsville. Ladies, get your team together plan your dazzling theme and get ready for a night full of fun. The evening includes costumes prizes, cocktails, dancing and bingo. Reserve a table online.
Heros with Hearts 5K
South Texas Health System Heart 1900 South D Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesTo commemorate American Heart Month and promote heart-healthy behavior, South Texas Health System Heart invites the public to take part in its Heroes with Heart 5K on Feb. 25. This year’s run is dedicated to the Valley’s own Heroes with Heart veterans who have survived and thrived in their battle with heart disease. All proceeds benefit local charities. Registration deadline is noon on Feb. 24. Visit the run website for…