The Girls Inc. annual fundraiser Red on the River returns this Saturday, offering food, auctions, entertainment, and more.
The event runs from 6:30-10 p.m. at the RiverPark Center. Tickets cost $75 and include an opportunity to win the grand prize of $2,500. Girls Inc. is only selling 500 tickets. To purchase tickets, call Girls Inc. at 270-684-7833. Remaining tickets will be available at the door.
Executive Director Tish Osborne said the event is one of the nonprofit’s primary fundraisers, helping offset the program and operating expenses.
“The event is important to us because it provides general operating support,” Osborne said. “We’re back to operating two locations for the first time since the pandemic, and we want to continue to be able to grow and evolve.”
The Louisville-based female duo Southern Sirens will provide live entertainment. The band prides itself on performing several genres with its own twist on covers while showcasing some of its originals.
Renowned artist Aaron Kizer will also be on site doing live painting demonstrations and auctioning off his work. Attendees can also bid on artwork painted by Girls Inc. clients under the instruction of Lisa Dukes.
Organizers also promise opportunities to bid on hard-to-find bourbons and food from Nona’s Catering.
Dr. Maggie Sergeant regularly volunteers at Girls Inc. and said Red on the River is just one way to invest in the nonprofit.
“We’ve been doing this for a long time,” Sergeant said. “We know there are a lot of events and opportunities to give and invest in the community, and we hope everyone finds a way to support. This event is just one opportunity to celebrate 20 years of inspiring girls to be strong, smart, and bold.”
Sergeant said the results of long-term participation in Girls Inc. experience are astounding.
“We want to see a good turnout to help us celebrate the organization’s work made possible through the community,” she said. “We’ve conducted many renovations to our Owensboro Christian and Rolling Heights locations, and we’re looking to acquire additional space to accommodate growing numbers and the intensity of services we need to provide.”
Osborne said those ambitions require additional funding, but the cost of not providing the services would negatively impact girls’ lives and the community at large.
To inquire about the event or become a sponsor, click here.
“This event allows small businesses and large corporate supporters to invest in our work,” Osborne said. “In-kind donations come from so many women and family-owned businesses and our board of trustees. The trustees must donate something they created or purchased.”
