Host a Community Event
Turn your passion into purpose. Whether it's a party, a run, a concert, or a bake sale — your event can raise awareness and funds to help end homelessness in Austin.
Tell Us About Your EventEvery Event Is a Statement
When you host a community event that benefits Caritas of Austin, you're doing more than raising money — you're telling your community that homelessness is solvable, that neighbors deserve dignity, and that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.
From intimate dinner parties to large-scale fundraising galas, every event — big or small — helps us provide housing, food, education, and employment services to hundreds of people each year.
$0
Minimum to get started — any amount raised makes an impact
100%
Of proceeds benefit Caritas of Austin programs
60+
Years of community-powered impact in Austin
Find Your Event Style
No two community events look the same. Here are six ways to make your gathering count.
Party for a Cause
Celebrate and give back at the same time.
Host a birthday party, holiday gathering, backyard BBQ, or dinner party and ask guests to donate to Caritas instead of — or in addition to — bringing a gift. It's one of the most personal and joyful ways to raise funds.
Ideas
- Birthday fundraiser
- Holiday giving party
- Backyard BBQ benefit
- Dinner party with a cause
Fitness & Active Events
Move your body, move the needle.
Organize a charity run, walk, bike ride, yoga class, or fitness challenge. Participants collect pledges or pay an entry fee, and proceeds go to Caritas. Austin's active community makes this a natural fit.
Ideas
- Charity 5K or fun run
- Pledge walk or bike ride
- Yoga or fitness class
- Sports tournament
Arts & Entertainment
Share your talent for a greater good.
Put on a concert, open mic night, art show, comedy night, or film screening. Charge admission or collect donations at the door. Creative events draw crowds and spark conversations about the causes they support.
Ideas
- Benefit concert or open mic
- Art show or gallery night
- Comedy or trivia night
- Film screening with discussion
Workplace & Corporate Events
Rally your team around a shared mission.
Organize a company fundraiser, matching gift campaign, casual Friday donation drive, or team volunteer day. Corporate events amplify impact and build a culture of giving within your organization.
Ideas
- Matching gift campaign
- Casual Friday donation drive
- Company fundraising challenge
- Team volunteer day
School & Campus Events
Teach the next generation to give back.
Student organizations, Greek life chapters, and classrooms can host bake sales, talent shows, awareness weeks, or service-learning projects that benefit Caritas of Austin.
Ideas
- Bake sale or concession stand
- Talent show or showcase
- Awareness week campaign
- Service-learning project
Faith Community Events
Put your values into action.
Congregations can organize special collections, benefit dinners, silent auctions, or community service days in partnership with Caritas of Austin. Faith communities have long been among our most powerful partners.
Ideas
- Special collection or offering
- Benefit dinner or potluck
- Silent auction
- Community service day
We're Here to Help You Succeed
You bring the energy — we'll help with the rest. When you register your event with Caritas, you get:
Promotional materials
Printable flyers, social media graphics, and email templates branded for your event.
Donation processing
A dedicated donation link so guests can give online before, during, or after your event.
Staff support
A Caritas team member available to answer questions and help you plan a successful event.
Recognition
Your event and your generosity recognized on our social media channels and in our newsletter.
Ready to Plan Your Event?
Reach out to our Development team to get started. We'll help you set a goal, create a donation page, and make your event a success.
