Small ways that you can make a big difference for nonprofits

Grab your lighter …

… and watch Jason Castro in concert on April 6 to benefit foster children. The Foster Teens Benefit Concert at Lakewood Theater, by Foster Kids Charity in cooperation with The World Global Women Council, will support the upcoming Dallas Home for Foster Children, a brand new shelter for teens and their siblings. The event costs $25 per ticket if you order online, or $30 at the door. All of the ticket sales and promotional item proceeds will go to Foster Kids Charity shelter. If you want to do more, you can volunteer with talent room/meal set up, security, stage assistance, ushering and others. For more, visit fosterkidscharity.org.

Thank a police officer …

… by participating in the White Rock 5k to benefit families of Dallas Police Officers on April 18. The 5K course will wind along the shores of beautiful White Rock Lake. Park at the Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E. Lawther. If possible, please carpool. Registration begins at 5 p.m. at West Tower of Doctors Hospital at 9330 Poppy Drive, and the race starts at 7 p.m. Online registration is $30 through Sunday, April 7. After that, registration will be $35 though Tuesday, April 16 at midnight. Race day fee is $40. Visit the white5K.com.

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Air up your tires…

… and take the Tour Dallas Bike Ride on April 6 at 8 a.m. to benefit the Promise House. You and your friends can cycle routes of 8, 20 and 30 miles. The Promise House helps homeless, runaways and at at-risk teens through support and encouragement. Registration begins at Dallas City Hall at 1500 Marilla at 6:30 a.m. Tour day fee is $40. Visit tourdallas.org for more.

 

Know of ways that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.