Events Roundup: Philadelphia Futures ‘Get in the Game Fundraiser’, Mariposa Food Co-op ‘Successful Crowdfunding’, YouthBuild Philly ‘BluePrint for A Green Future’

April 8, 2014 Category: People, Uncategorized

Kristen Gillette

	Philadelphia Futures’ upcoming Get in the Game bowling and billiards fundraisers When: April 13, 6:30 pm Where: North Bowl, 909 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Cost: $125 per individual ticket. More info: Bowling and billiard teams will be captained by members of the Phillies and media celebrities, while guests enjoy silent and live auctions and a festive buffet dinner. They can cheer on tournament teams and have the opportunity to mingle with their favorite Phillies.
	Mariposa Food Co-op: Successful Crowdfunding When: April 16, 2014 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Mariposa’s Upstairs Meeting Room, 4824 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia,PA 19143 Cost: Free, space is limited. RSVP education@mariposa.coop. More info: Crowdfunding is a popular fundraising method that asks a large number of people each for a small amount of money. At this workshop, participants will learn pros and cons of various crowdfunding platforms and tips for planning and implementing a successful crowdfunding campaign. Taught by Brittany Campese.
	YouthBuild: A Blueprint for a Green Future When: May 8, 6pm Where: Philadelphia Center for Architecture, 1218 Arch St., Philadelphia PA 19107 Cost: $65/person at the door, or $60/person and $100/pair in advance. More info: This cocktail reception supports YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School and will highlight YouthBuild’s new job training initiatives in green construction and solar energy. There will be live jazz, complimentary drinks, and hors d’oeuvres made from locally grown ingredients.
	Clay Studio: Fired up at 40 When: May 9-May 10 Where: Clay Studio, 137-139 N. Second St., Philadelphia, PA 19106 and American Street Showroom (2201 N. American St.) Cost: Free unless otherwise noted. Tickets to Saturday night’s fundraiser are $250. More info: The Clay Studio, a center for the ceramic arts, will mark its 40th anniversary with an epic 40-hour-long celebration, Fired Up at Forty, concluding with a fundraiser Saturday night.
	The Spruce Foundation Gala 2014 When: June 7, 8pm Where: Union Transfer, 1026 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Cost: $75 More info: The 7th annual gala will celebrate this year’s grant recipients in four areas: Arts: Asian Arts Initiative, Education: iPRAXIS, Health & Wellness: Girls on the Run, LGBTQ: The Attic Youth Center. Enjoy great music, food, and drink while networking with Philadelphia’s philanthropic leaders and change-makers.