Do Good—And Have Fun—At Bergen’s Fall Fundraisers

Get into the giving spirit at a variety of charity events, which range from comedy shows and concerts to black-tie galas and banquets.
Cheryl De Leon,
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We typically associate the season of giving with November and December holidays, but so many charities and nonprofit organizations are hoping for your generosity now. These groups depend on fall fundraisers to help them continue their missions, whether their goals are to raise awareness for cancer research, combat food insecurity, care for shelter animals and much more.

While contributing to the cause is the goal, we love that these charity events often provide donors with excitement as well. This season in Bergen County, there’s a variety of fundraisers where attendees can enjoy dinner, listen to music, share a few laughs and even burn some calories. Below is a sampling of events that put the “fun” in fundraiser and are worth checking out; click on each for start times, sponsorship opportunities and more details.

  • Oct. 15, BergenPAC Annual Gala, BergenPAC, Englewood. Admission to event will support the nonprofit BergenPAC and includes a concert featuring Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Tickets to the concert only range from $105–$305, and several packages including pre-show cocktails, gifts and more are extra.
  • Oct. 19, Bergen County Crime Stoppers Comedy Fundraiser, The Elan, Lodi. Enjoy a comedy show, beefsteak dinner, 50/50, raffles and more. Tickets: $70 per person, $650 for a table of 10.
  • Oct. 19, Bergen County Historical Society Raise the Roof Gala, Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn, New Milford. The dinner and awards ceremony will support the group’s plan to build a new museum at New Bridge Landing. Tickets: $175 for BCHS members, $195 for nonmembers.
  • Oct. 21, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford. This annual event raises money and awareness for breast cancer support and research. The event is free to attend, but registration is required, while fundraising and donations are encouraged.
  • Oct. 21, Superhero 5K, Stone Point Park, Old Tappan. This 5K run/walk will support the Old Tappan First Aid, fire department and PBA 206-Old Tappan Unit. Registration is $25 for the walk, $30 for the run.
  • Oct. 25, Heart & Soul Dog Rescue Halloween Fundraiser, Annabella’s House of Mozzarella, East Rutherford. This event, which benefits New Jersey-based Heart & Soul Dog Rescue, includes a tricky tray, 50/50, food, desserts and a costume contest. Tickets: $100.
  • Oct. 26, Migrate Back to Teaneck Creek, Knickerbocker Country Club, Tenafly. The 13th annual dinner will benefit the Teaneck Creek Conservancy’s mission of celebrating culture and arts while protecting the Teaneck Creek Park watershed. Tickets are $150.

Which fundraisers are you attending this fall? Tell us on Instagram @bergenmagnj.

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