2026 Annual Fall Fundraiser

A Night of Community, Compassion, and Impact

At City Hope, we believe that no neighbor should ever have to choose between keeping the heat on and putting food on the table during a family emergency. Yet, every week, local families walk through our doors facing impossible financial strains mixed with many needs for a variety of different resources. Our Annual Fundraiser is more than just a dinner; it is a vital gathering where our community unites to provide immediate relief and long-term stability. When you invest in City Hope, you are fueling a network of hope that spans across Southeast Iowa and West-Central Illinois.  

Where Your Support Goes

Monetary donations received during our annual fundraiser keep our essential programs running and expanding:

• City Hope Food Pantries: Stocking our shelves at our largest facility in Burlington and our new Fort Madison facility with nourishing food for families facing bare cupboards.
• Bridges Programs & Workshops: Empowering individuals through the 18-week Getting Ahead Workshop, the Staying Ahead Meetings, Faith & Finance, women’s Bible studies, and nurturing environments for Bridges Kids.
• Your Future Story: Providing online classes, laptops, and dedicated tutoring for people completing their high school diplomas.
• The Hub: Offering a safe, fun Monday-evening haven for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders with dinner, games, small groups, and lessons about Jesus.
• City Hope Medical Clinic: Delivering free, compassionate healthcare to everyone.

 

Event Details & Ticket Options

Join us for an inspiring evening featuring a catered dinner, delectable desserts, and heartfelt updates from our program directors as you get to know the heart of the City Hope Foundation.

• Individual Guest Ticket: $50/ea
• Reserved Table (Seats 8): $350 (Perfect for families, groups of friends, local organizations, or corporate teams)