The American Cancer Society of Birmingham’s largest fundraising event of the year honored the life of a Birmingham artist.The late Toni Tully was the honoree at this year’s Hope Gala, hosted by the American Cancer Society in late August at a private club.More than 500 guests attended the 34th annual Hope Gala to raise money for cancer research and to honor … [Read more...]

An inaugural event in Vestavia Hills Oct. 1 raised more than $30,000 for a project honoring a Spain Park High School graduate who passed away at age 21.Piggly Wiggly hosted its first Wine Showcase to benefit the Daniel Project, a mission of the Paul Meyers Foundation. The project honors Daniel Naim Ajlouny, who died from a heart condition in October 2007.Guests at … [Read more...]

The Friends of Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest hosted the annual Booklovers, Bingo & Brews fundraiser Aug. 22.The event was held from 7-8:30 p.m. at the library.Organizers said the fundraiser has become one of the most popular events for the Friends of the Library group, offering guests a chance to hang out with friends, enjoy beer and wine tastings, play … [Read more...]

Top Chefs:Culinary Event Benefits March of DimesTop chefs showcased their culinary masterpieces at the Signature Chefs Auction fundraiser Sept. 11 at Iron City Birmingham.The event to benefit the March of Dimes featured 17 chefs and raised $137,000, organizers said.Chefs participating in the event included Phichaya Arimahong, Asian Rim Sushi Co.; Ashley … [Read more...]

The Birmingham Zoo hosted its largest fundraising event of the year, ZooGala 2014, Sept. 13 at its Trails of Africa exhibit.The event was sponsored by IberiaBank, a partner of the Birmingham Zoo for 10 years. All funds raised at ZooGala directly benefit the zoo’s operational efforts and help the zoo continue its mission of “Inspiring Passion for the Natural … [Read more...]