May 2017
Kids First Child Advocacy Center Annual Dinner
Kids First Child Advocacy Center of the Ninth Judicial District will hold its annual dinner and fundraiser. The guest speaker will be Kevin McNeil, an author and motivational speaker who has investigated crimes against children for more than 20 years. Call 865-986-1505 for information on making reservations or a donation.
Find out more »October 2017
Smoky Mountain Service Dogs: A Night for Patriots
"A Night for Patriots" is a significant fundraiser for Smoky Mountain Service Dogs, which provides custom-trained mobility assistance service dogs for wounded veterans in East Tennessee. The event features a cocktail hour with cash bar; meet-and-greet with Wayne and Deby Kyle, parents of the late Chris Kyle, who wrote “American Sniper," a bestseller that was made into a movie by Clint Eastwood; silent auction; displays of military memorabilia; tributes to the armed forces; dinner; and formal program with WBIR's John Becker,…
Find out more »April 2018
10th Annual Butterfly Fund ‘Denim & Diamonds’ Gala
The annual gala for The Butterfly Fund of East Tennessee Foundation features dinner, dancing, silent auction and entertainment by The Coveralls. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for cocktails and appetizers, with dinner following at 7 p.m. Ticket prices include dinner, dessert and complimentary cocktails. This event is for ages 21 and older. Attire: Black tie/black tie optional; dressy/cocktail; or business/business casual. The Butterfly Fund supports research, treatment and services dedicated to the defeat of childhood cancers. Contact Christina Harrill at [email protected]…
Find out more »October 2018
Volunteer PRSA 45th Birthday Celebration and Luncheon
The Volunteer chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) will hold a day-long professional development conference - including a luncheon - and present the annual V Awards during a luncheon as part of the chapter's 45th birthday celebration. Tickets are available HERE.
Find out more »March 2019
11th Annual Butterfly Fund ‘Denim & Diamonds’ Gala
The annual gala for The Butterfly Fund of East Tennessee Foundation features dinner, dancing, silent auction and entertainment. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for cocktails and appetizers, with dinner following at 7 p.m. Ticket prices include dinner, dessert and complimentary cocktails. This event is for ages 21 and older. The Butterfly Fund supports research, treatment and services dedicated to the defeat of childhood cancers. Attire is black tie option, dressy or cocktail. Tickets are available ONLINE.
Find out more »April 2019
The KiMe Fund 9th Annual Shakin’ Not Stirred Parkinson’s Fundraiser
The 9th Annual Shakin’ Not Stirred event raises research money for the KiMe Fund, a fund of the East Tennessee Foundation dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson’s. The fundraiser features dinner, dancing and music by the Soul Connection.
Find out more »April 2020
12th Annual Butterfly Fund ‘Denim & Diamonds’ Gala – CANCELED
(As a proactive measure against the COVID-19 virus, this event has been canceled.) The annual gala for The Butterfly Fund of East Tennessee Foundation features silent and live auctions, dinner, brief program, live music and entertainment by Leanne Morgan. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for cocktails and appetizers, with dinner to follow at 7 p.m. Ticket prices include dinner, dessert and complimentary cocktails. The Butterfly Fund supports research, treatment and services dedicated to the defeat of childhood cancers. Attire…
Find out more »The KiMe Fund 10th Annual Shakin’ Not Stirred Parkinson’s Fundraiser – CANCELED
(As a proactive measure against the COVID-19 virus, this event has been canceled.) The 10th Annual Shakin’ Not Stirred Parkinson’s event raises research money for the KiMe Fund, a fund of the East Tennessee Foundation dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson’s. The event includes cocktail hour, dinner, casino, dancing and live and silent auctions. Tickets are $125 per person with tables of eight ($1,000) and 10 ($1,250) available. A limited number of tickets for young professionals under the age…
Find out more »April 2021
East Tennessee Regional Business Expo
The Venue at Lenoir City will host the East Tennessee Regional Business Expo for East Tennessee businesses to showcase their products and services to the public. Vendors will have the opportunity to network with other businesses and guests to create partnerships and future customers. Guests who RSVP in advance will be eligible for door prize drawings. Attire is casual/business casual. To register a booth for a business or RSVP to attend, click HERE.
Find out more »September 2021
12th Annual Butterfly Fund Denim and Diamonds Gala – POSTPONED
Due to the ongoing pandemic, this event has been postponed until March 26, 2022. The annual gala for The Butterfly Fund of East Tennessee Foundation features cocktails, buffet style dinner, silent auction, special guest and live music. Annual grant award winners also are announced during this event. Proceeds support local, regional and national pediatric cancer research, treatments and services. Attire: Dressy or cocktail. Tickets are available HERE.
Find out more »December 2021
Winter Wonderland New Year’s Eve Celebration
Due to popular demand, The Venue at Lenoir City, a non-profit venue owned by the city, is bringing back its epic New Year's Eve Celebration from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. The event will include food stations, live music by Soul Connection, casino games, inside and outside celebration space, cash bar with a complimentary champagne toast at midnight and a late-night breakfast buffet. Attire: Dressy, cocktail, black tie optional.
Find out more »March 2022
12th Annual Butterfly Fund Denim and Diamonds Gala
The annual gala for The Butterfly Fund of East Tennessee Foundation features cocktails, buffet style dinner, silent auction, special guest and live music. Annual grant award winners also are announced during this event. Proceeds support local, regional and national pediatric cancer research, treatments and services. Attire: Dressy or cocktail. (Due to COVID concerns last fall, this event was rescheduled from Sept. 24, 2021.)
Find out more »September 2022
The Auction: A Charity Gala & Dinner Affair
"The Auction: A Charity Gala & Dinner Affair" is the signature annual event for Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce and features live and silent auctions and dinner. A portion of ticket and auctions sales will benefit Remote Area Medical, a nonprofit that operates pop-up clinics providing free dental, vision and medical services to those in need, plus veterinary care to their furry companions).
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