Help us reach our goal of $250,000 by sponsoring the event, sponsoring a child or family with a Cardinal Caring Tree ornament, or grab a teammate and compete in the Taste & Toast Competition!
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WHAT:
2nd Annual
Cocktails for a Cause
Signature Fundraiser
WHERE:
Valerie's House
904 E. Gadsden Street
Pensacola, FL 32501
WHEN:
Thursday, November 20th
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
(5pm VIP Sponsor Reception)
Step into the Holiday Giving Season at Valerie's House for a magical evening of cocktails, food, and festivities as we raise funds and bring awareness to National Children's Grief Awareness Month.
Cocktails for a Cause is Valerie’s House Pensacola’s signature fundraiser, bringing together community members for an evening of celebration, compassion, and purpose. Held each November in recognition of National Children’s Grief Awareness Month, the event raises critical funds to support local children and families grieving the loss of a loved one.
This year promises to recapture the magic of last year, kicking off the holiday season with the same energy, with an expanded layout design for better flow, seating, and overall guest experience. Guests enjoy a lively "Taste & Toast" cocktail and food tasting competition featuring creative pairings from local bartenders and chefs, a DJ, and inspiring stories shared by families in the Valerie’s House program.
Proceeds from the evening help ensure every grieving child in Northwest Florida has access to the compassionate care, support groups, and healing resources they deserve, all at no cost to their family.
Fund the Need with our Annual Tradition to decorate the Cardinal Caring Tree
Each holiday season, the community is invited to help us decorate the Cardinal Caring Tree at Valerie’s House with special sponsorship ornaments as an opportunity to fund our mission. This tree holds a deep meaning as it honors Crista Brandt’s mother, Suzanne, who is remembered through the cardinals she sends as signs of love and presence.
By choosing a sponsorship ornament, you directly fund core program needs such as a child’s participation, a group night activity, or a group night dinner. Each sponsorship level is represented by a unique cardinal ornament and includes a personalized tag, either with your name or dedicated “in memory or honor of” someone special.
This tradition offers a beautiful way to honor or remember loved ones during the holiday season. And if you cannot attend in person, our team will lovingly place your ornament on the tree for you.
Most importantly, your sponsorship ensures that hundreds of grieving children have a safe place to heal, connect, and find hope. Thank you for your support!
*Purchase your sponsorship ornament in advance with your tickets, and we will have it ready for you to hang on the tree when you arrive.
Sponsoring Cocktails for a Cause offers a heartfelt way to support grieving children at Valerie’s House while stepping into the holiday season with purpose. Held during National Children’s Grief Awareness Month, this festive evening includes cocktails, food, and community. Sponsors receive recognition at the event and online, all while helping ensure no child in Northwest Florida grieves alone.
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