Our History
A growing tradition of generosity in the Annapolis Valley
Our Impact
More than $373,000 raised for the Annapolis Valley
2019
A gala raises $38,000 for Annapolis Valley causes.
2022
Speak Easy Cocktail Party raises about $27,000, bringing the total raised past $333,000.
2024
An Evening in Paris raises more than $40,000, bringing the cumulative total past $373,000.
2024 Gala
November 2, 2024 • Maritime Cider Express Co., Kentville
Our 2024 gala brought the Annapolis Valley together for a Parisian-themed evening at Maritime Cider Express Co. in Kentville. Guests enjoyed a dinner by Chef Jason Lynch and live entertainment from The Height Requirement, and the night raised more than $40,000 for five local organizations: 9 Lives Cats Rescue Society, Valley Doulas, Scrappy Lady Productions, After The Bell, and Gaspereau Elementary Home & School Association.
Live auction highlights included dinner with Chef Peter Dewar, a BBQ in the vineyard, dinner at the Noodle Guy, the Chef Jason Lynch experience, a flight over the Valley, a night at Trout Point Lodge, a hot air balloon ride and dinner, a weekend at The Barracks, and French pastries and breads.
2022 Gala
November 5, 2022 • Maritime Cider Express Co., Kentville
A Prohibition-era cocktail party at Maritime Cider Express Co. in Kentville, with music by The Night Shift. The evening raised approximately $27,000 for three local organizations: Apple Tree Landing, CAREY ME, and Catapult Leadership Foundation.
Our Recipients
The organizations our galas have funded across the Annapolis Valley
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Rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming for cats in the Valley.
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Support for families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
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Community arts and theatre in the Annapolis Valley.
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Food programs so children don't go hungry after school.
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Support for students and families at Gaspereau Valley Elementary School.
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A non-profit family education centre offering licensed childcare in the Valley.
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Helps Annapolis Valley palliative patients stay home for end-of-life care, through the Valley Regional Hospital Foundation.
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A leadership camp and program empowering Nova Scotia students.
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