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SUMMARY:Florida Chapter: Masquerades & Miracles
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 13\, 2026 | 6:00 – 10:30 PM (ET) | Hosted by Dan and Meghan Burns\nStep into an evening of intrigue\, elegance\, and impact at Gift of Adoption Florida’s annual gala\, Masquerades & Miracles. Behind every mask is a story – and through your support\, a miracle in the making. Join us for a captivating night of dining\, entertainment\, and inspiration as we come together to raise critical funds for adoption grants that unite children with loving families. Unmask the power of generosity and help create futures filled with hope. \nTickets – Sponsor – Donate \nGift of Adoption awards adoption grants to complete adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances – giving them permanent families and the chance to thrive. 100% of the funds raised by the chapter is directed to uniting children with loving families.
URL:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/flgala/
LOCATION:72 Adalia Ave\, 72 Adalia Ave\, Tampa\, FL\, 33606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Florida Chapter
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SUMMARY:Stepping Up Stair Climb 2026
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 21\, 2026  |  8:30 AM – Noon (ET)  |  Southfield Town Center\nThe GOA Michigan Stepping Up Climb is a unique\, challenging fitness event in which participants climb stairs in a test of endurance. Whether climbing to improve timing or to simply reach new heights\, this event is a great way to spend the morning with co-workers\, friends and family while supporting bringing children together with loving families. Climb as many floors as desired or set a goal to reach either the 14th or 28th story at your own pace. \nVisit the Stepping Up Event Site  \nHowever you participate\, join us while raising much-needed funds for Michigan Adoption grants. 100% of all donations you raise in support of your climb are tax-deductible and will be used for adoption assistance grants to unite children in vulnerable circumstances with loving families in Michigan.
URL:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/steppingupstairclimb/
LOCATION:Southfield Town Center\, 3000 Town Center\, Southfield\, MI\, 48075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Michigan
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SUMMARY:Michigan Chapter: Kendra Scott Gives Back
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 21\, 2026 | 12 – 2 PM (ET) | Kendra Scott Twelve Oaks Novi\nKENDRA SCOTT GIVES BACK – SHOPPING EVENT\n20% of your purchase benefits Gift of Adoption – Michigan Chapter!\nJoin Gift of Adoption’s Michigan Chapter at Kendra Scott in Novi Twelve Oaks for a special in-store giveback event and give the gift of family at the same time! \nWhen you shop during the event and mention Gift of Adoption at check out 20% of your purchase will benefit the Gift of Adoption Fund – Michigan Chapter\, helping children and young adults in vulnerable circumstances find the safety and love of a permanent home. \nHow & When: \nONLINE\nNov 21 – 22 | Anytime\nkendrascott.com\nUse Code: GIVEBACK-MEHQP \nIN-STORES\nNov 21\, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\n*Be sure to grab a flyer from a Gift of Adoption representative to show at checkout!*
URL:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/mikendrascott/
LOCATION:Kendra Scott Twelve Oaks Novi\, 27980 Novi Road\, Novi\, MI\, 48377\, United States
CATEGORIES:Michigan
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SUMMARY:Nebraska Chapter: Fowling for Families
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 28\, 2026 | 2:30 – 6:00 PM | Fowling Warehouse Omaha\nSecond Annual Fowling for Families – A Fun Night to Support Gift of Adoption! \nGet ready for a one-of-a-kind night out at The Fowling Warehouse\, where football meets bowling in the ultimate mash-up of fun and friendly competition – all for an amazing cause! Whether you’re in it to win or just here for the tacos\, it’s a night you won’t want to miss – good vibes\, good people\, and a great mission. Let’s throw some footballs\, knock down some pins\, and build more loving families together! \nAge Requirement: All ages Welcome!  However\, you must be 6+ to enter the Fowling arena.  \nRegister – Sponsor – Donate \n\nGift of Adoption provides grants to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances—giving them permanent families and a chance to thrive. 100% of the funds raised will help unite children with families across Nebraska. \n\n\n 
URL:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/nefowling/
LOCATION:The Fowling Warehouse\, 5585 N 90th St\, Omaha\, NE\, 68134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nebraska Chapter
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SUMMARY:Guessing for the Gift: Chapter Awards Recognition & Virtual Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 1\, 2026 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM (CST) | Virtual Event 💻 — Join from Anywhere!\nJoin us for a night of recognition and the chance to win $6\,000! \nThe Chapter Awards Recognition will recognize the 2026 Angels in Adoption and the 2026 Honor\, Amplify and Be Scrappy award recipients. \nWe will do a Chapter Trivia Challenge – two rounds of trivia with one winning chapter team will receive $6\,000 to help one more child find a permanent family in your state!​ \nNEW THIS YEAR! You can participate as an “Individual” and rely on your own trivia prowess to win the game\, as a household with a “Family” ticket\, or take advantage of group knowledge with a “Party Ticket” and encourage your friends to join you! \nLast year we had two winners – Tennessee and Arizona Chapter came home with the big win. Who will take it all this year? \n\n\nBuy Tickets     Learn More
URL:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/guessingforthegift/
LOCATION:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/guessingforthegift/
CATEGORIES:National
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SUMMARY:Texas Chapter: Christmas Casino Night
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 5\, 2026 | Dana’s Studio of Dance | 5:00 – 9:00 PM (CT)\nJoin us for a high-energy\, festive Christmas Casino Night benefiting Gift of Adoption’s Texas Chapter! Enjoy an evening packed with excitement – including Texas Hold ‘Em\, blackjack and craps tables\, a meal\, free beer and margaritas. Try your luck in our raffle for even more chances to win big. It’s a night of fun\, friendly competition\, and community impact you won’t want to miss.  \nRegister – Sponsor – Donate \n\nGift of Adoption provides grants to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances—giving them permanent families and a chance to thrive. 100% of the funds raised will help unite children with loving families in Texas. 
URL:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/txcasino/
LOCATION:Dana’s Studio of Dance\, 5700 Kroger Drive\, Keller\, TX\, 76244\, United States
CATEGORIES:Texas Chapter
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Chapter: Swing for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, January 25\, 2027  |  6:00 – 9:00 PM (CT)  |  Office Golf\nJoin us for Swing for a Cause\, a lively and family-friendly golf simulator fundraiser supporting the Gift of Adoption – Minnesota Chapter. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just looking for a fun night out\, this event combines friendly competition\, great food\, and a powerful mission! \nRegister – Sponsor – Donate \nGift of Adoption provides grants to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances—giving them permanent families and a chance to thrive. 100% of the funds raised will help unite children with families in Minnesota.
URL:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/mnswing/
LOCATION:Office Golf\, 7807 Creekridge Circle\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55438\, United States
CATEGORIES:Minnesota Chapter
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SUMMARY:Carolinas Chapter: 16th Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 20\, 2027 | 6:00 -11:00 PM (ET) | Myers Park Country Club\nJoin us for a remarkable evening celebrating our mission of transforming lives through the Gift of Adoption. The Carolinas Chapter’s Annual Gala brings together our community of supporters\, adoptive families\, and advocates for a night of inspiration\, impact\, and celebration.  \nSponsor – Donate \nGift of Adoption provides grants to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances– giving them permanent families and the chance to thrive. 100% of the funds raised will help unite children with families across the Carolinas.
URL:https://giftofadoption.org/goaevent/carolinasgala/
LOCATION:Private: Myers Park Country Club\, 2415 Roswell Ave\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28209
CATEGORIES:Carolinas Chapter
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