Awaken your inner philanthropist with a look at Philly’s top upcoming charity galas and events. Take in the natural surroundings while running the Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run.
2/22/25 20th Annual Liberty Ball Gala Fight for the kids with the Penn State Alumni Association Philadelphia Chapter at the 20th Annual Liberty Ball Gala. Since its inception in 2005, the Liberty Ball has raised over $500,000 for the Penn State Dance Marathon (THON) to help conquer childhood cancer. Look forward to live music, a silent auction and more at the February soirée, hosted at the lavish Crystal Tea Ballroom. 100 E. Penn Square #9B, libertyball.org
4/13/25 Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run On your mark, get set, go! The Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run is back for its 19th annual race. As runners cruise through the scenic Valley Forge National Historical Park, all proceeds go right back into the protected greenspace and work to improve the park’s visitor experience. Since its inception in 2006, the “Rev Run” has raised nearly $700,000 for Valley Forge through in-person and virtual events. 1400 N. Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, valleyforge.org
4/26/25 21st Annual American Cancer Society Coaches vs. Cancer BasketBall Join business, healthcare and philanthropic leaders for a night to make a difference in the fight against cancer. This black-tie reception boasts craft cocktails, heavenly hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and dancing. Last year’s event raised over $900,000 to support the American Cancer Society’s mission. 200 S. Broad St., philadelphiabasketballgala.org
5/9/25 Red Jacket Gala Get red-y for City Year Philadelphia’s annual Red Jacket Gala at Vie by Cescaphe, which brings together City Year champions for quite the party with food, drinks, a silent auction and live entertainment. Last year’s event raised more than $550,000 to benefit City Year champions’ essential work assisting under-resourced schools citywide. 600 N. Broad St., cityyear.org/philadelphia