Calendar of Events

WHY: To learn more about our mission and raise funds which will provide shelter, residential treatment, education, and life skills for children and young adults at Eliada. Helping children and teens in crisis develop the skills they need to overcome life’s obstacles and become productive adults helps ensure the future of our community. But we cannot do it without your support.

MISSION: Helping Children Succeed

SERVICE AREA: State of North Carolina – Eliada serves more than 500 children annually through 5 key programs that provide a place to live, education, special education, food and clothing, and intensive therapy to children who need these services. While most children are from Buncombe and surrounding counties, Eliada serves children from all corners of NC.

Thank you for helping us share Eliada’s mission with the community!

Have an auction item you would like to donate? Please fill out the Auction Donation Form. We appreciate your helping making this event a success!

Where elegance meets compassion. Fur Ball is an elevated gathering to celebrate our animals and the tireless efforts of those who advocate for their well-being.

Join us for an enchanting evening! The event is black-tie optional, and tickets include delicious international food stations, an open bar with signature cocktails, live music from Izzi Hughes, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals in need. Guests will also enjoy a Puppy Love Room with adoptable dogs, a fun photo booth experience, exciting auction and raffle items, and an interactive 50/50. Special thanks to WLOS Meteorologist, Meghan Danahey, for being our emcee for the evening!

This year’s event is also dog friendly for dapper pups! A limited number of dog tickets will be available for furry guests to enjoy a Barkcuterie Bar, their own Doggie Dining Station, and each pup will receive a doggie bag to take home gifts (and leftovers!).

Together, we can create a brighter future for our beloved companions.

This event is for adults 21 and older. Ticket sales end August 31st. Complimentary valet parking will be available.

Sponsorships are available. Contact Events and Business Partnerships Manager, Jessica Chipriano, at [email protected] for more information.

Mark your calendar for an immersive Smokies experience like none other! Spend your days exploring the wilds of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and your nights glamorously camping off the grid. Discover Life in America and partner A Walk in the Woods bring you a 3-day, 2-night adventure, with expert-led nature hikes, camping in a luxurious off-grid setting, mouth-watering, local food and drink, and much more. All proceeds from this fundraising event will help DLiA discover and conserve the rich biodiversity of the Smokies.

6th Annual Rock the Village with RANDOMONIUM supporting Defenders for Children!
When: Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
Where: ONV Town Square (25 Noble Street, Greer)
Time: 4 pm to 8 pm
Food trucks: 4 pm – 8 pm
Concert 5 pm – 8 pm
Intermission 6:15 pm
Simply Scan QR code and register or indicate “going” on our event. Only 1 registration is required.
O’Neal Village in partnership with TRG Properties and Welcome Home Upstate @ Realty One Group Freedom are hosting the 2024 Rock the Village Concert on the Village Square.
Our 2024 Concert is looking to be the biggest and best one yet. We have booked one of Greenville’s most popular bands for this event, Randomomium.
During intermission Defenders for Children Director, Toni Clark, will speak and offer an opportunity to meet her and some of their K9 handlers and ask questions.
We welcome ALL our neighbors to enjoy this opportunity to see Randomonium PERFORM LIVE and enjoy the food trucks by WHILE SUPPORTING Defenders for Children.
What’s happening:
3 hours for Free Music!!
Catering by Table 301
Multiple Food trucks
DFC Raffle with $1000’s in prizes
Hula Hoop Contest
Kazoo Sing-Along Lots of Vendors to talk to
We will be asking for donations toward this important organization throughout the evening. Multiple ways to give, Cash, Venmo, and raffle tickets
All proceeds of the concert go directly to Defenders for Children and we will announce totals as the evening progresses.