Party with a Purpose!

This season, Party with a Purpose brings friends and partners together to support families who are working hard to remain stable during a time of rising need. In our inaugural event, Haute Affairs is partnering with Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas (VOACC) to highlight the growing challenges families face in accessing food and basic necessities. We invite you to join us for an evening that celebrates community, joy and collective generosity.

VOACC is a faith-based nonprofit that has worked for 129 years to create Healthy Communities for All through housing, health and human services. Each year, VOACC serves more than 9,700 individuals and families across Maryland, DC, Virginia and the Carolinas through more than 37 programs. They fill critical gaps in housing, care and support for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness, low income, limited insurance coverage, justice involvement or other complex challenges.

You can learn more about their impact in the VOACC Annual Report here:

Why Your Support Matters

Families across our region continue to feel the effects of changing federal and state policies that shape SNAP benefits and other food programs. The rollback of pandemic-era flexibilities and stricter eligibility requirements have reduced support for many households at a time when grocery prices remain high. VOACC is seeing these impacts every day. More families are stretching limited resources and turning to community partners like you for help.

This is why your support is so important. Grocery gift cards offer immediate relief and allow families to choose the items they need most.

Witnessing the Why Live

In the best testimonial as to WHY we're committed to assisting those underserved in our community, witness Nicholle Granger deliver a gift card for a client that has benefitted in multiple ways from Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas, Inc.

Experience a Story of Hope

During the event, guests will hear from Dr. Joseph George III, a nationally acclaimed lyricist. Dr. George is not only performing live, he is also a VOACC success story. A short video about his personal journey and the support he received through VOACC is included below for you to watch. We encourage you to view it before the event to see the direct, personal impact your contribution can make.

The Ask

Admission to this event is a grocery store gift card valued at $25 or more per person. Please include the register receipt so the family who receives it can redeem it without issue.

The Experience

Celebrate in your holiday cheer while savoring the culinary offerings at Citizens & Culture and enjoying their handcrafted cocktails. DJ E-Square, one of DC’s premier DJs, will guide the evening with a musical journey through the decades. Dr. Joseph George III will offer an intimate performance that speaks to hope, healing and community connection.

Where

Citizens & Culture, conveniently located in downtown Silver Spring, MD, has partnered with us to provide a welcoming ambiance in their elegant event space with lounge seating, a full bar and access to their complete menu.

Reserved Seating

You may make an additional contribution of $50 by purchasing reserved lounge seating for up to four people. One hundred percent of these proceeds will support VOACC’s holiday campaign.

Join Us

Secure your registration today and help us ensure no one goes hungry. We look forward to celebrating with you on December 13.

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