Community Foundation to hold ‘Viva Las Vegas’ fundraising bash at DiamondHead
The Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation’s biggest night of the year will be this April 12 as they encourage supporters to attend their “Viva Las Vegas” fundraiser at the DiamondHead Beach Resort.
The foundation announced that this year’s fundraiser, sponsored by the King Family Foundation, will feature a “King’s Casino” at the resort.
The fundraiser will feature auctions for some hot-ticket items, including trips to Las Vegas, Nashville, New Orleans and a package to be a NASCAR driver for a day.
“Due to high demand, the event is selling out quickly,” said Janeen Paulauskis of the Barefoot Event Group.
Tickets cost $100 and are available online now at www.fmbcommunityfoundation.com.
The festivities kick off at 6:30 p.m. and includes games, a cash bar, appetizers, prizes and more.
“Attendees are encouraged to dress in their finest Vegas attire and to “double down on generosity,” Paulauskis said.
“We are delighted to invite everyone to our ‘Viva Las Vegas’ fundraiser. It is an opportunity to
support the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundaiton while enjoying a night of entertainment, glamour, and camaraderie,” said Alicia Steinhagen, Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation Board member. “Community support is crucial to our mission,
and we look forward to a memorable, enjoyable evening.”
For those unable to attend the event but still want to contribute to the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation, you can purchase one of the travel experiences the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation is auctioning by visiting the foundation’s website a twww.fmbcommunityfoundation.com.
Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities for the event are also available. For more information, contact the Barefoot Event Group for the sponsorship packet at 239-208-557.
The Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation is one of the major philanthropic organizations on the island and was instrumental in bringing assistance to local families during Hurricane Ian and to island workers and others in need of support during the covid pandemic. They support local nonprofits, provide student scholarships and in the past year helped publish the town’s nature and activity book for children.
All contributions to the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation are tax-deductible to the
extent allowed by the law.
Nathan Mayberg