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SUMMARY:Cards for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Cards for a Cause – Charity Poker Tournament\nJoin us for Cards for a Cause\, an exciting charity poker tournament where every hand played helps support So What Else and Nourish Now in their mission to fight food insecurity and serve local communities. Hosted by the Progress Club & MGM National Harbor! \n\nTest your poker skills in a lively\, competitive tournament.\nEnjoy a night of fun\, camaraderie\, and giving back.\nEvery buy-in makes an impact—helping provide food and essential resources to those in need.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for a great night out\, come go all in for a cause that matters! \n📅 Wednesday\, May 6\, 2026 \n⏰ 5:45PM Registration + Dinner & Drinks | 7PM Cards Dealt \n📍 Progress Club – 1610 E. Jefferson St. Rockville\, MD 20852 \n$100 Buy-In (pre-tournament)|$125 at the door | $50 Social Fee (Dinner & Drinks only; non-player) \nWinner receives Free entry into MGM Poker Tournament plus overnight stay and $200 Restaurant Voucher! \nRegister now
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/cards-for-a-cause-2026/
LOCATION:1610 E. Jefferson St. Rockville\, MD 20852\, 1610 E Jefferson St\,\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising event,Sponsor
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Summer Soirée: Peace\, Love & Nourish
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Annual So What Else Summer Soiree is an exclusive evening of dinner\, drinks and entertainment to benefit the So What Else Food Rescue Bank. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, May 16\nTime: 6:30pm-10:3opm\nLocation: Potomac\, Maryland (Exact location provided upon registration)\nTicket Price: $300/ticket\nRSVP by: May 2\n\nThis year’s theme is Peace\, Love & Nourish. The dress code is elevated hippie. \n100% of proceeds will go toward food recovery and distribution efforts in the Greater Baltimore-Washington region. \nHow To Get Involved\nTo purchase tickets to the event or for information on sponsorships\, please visit the event landing page here.
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/4th-annual-summer-soiree-peace-love-nourish/
LOCATION:Potomac\, Maryland
CATEGORIES:Fundraising event
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SUMMARY:Metro Move Fest
DESCRIPTION:Metro Move Fest is a community-driven festival designed to bring people together through movement\, connection\, and purpose. \nThis inclusive event will feature a mix of competitive and recreational movement experiences\, fitness activities\, and opportunities for all ages and ability levels to participate. \nDon’t miss a special appearance and football clinic with NFL Players Association guests! \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Sunday\, May 17\nTime: 11am-3pm\nLocation: Bethesda Chevy Chase High School – 4301 East-West Highway\, Bethesda MD 20814\nCost: Starting at $10\n\nSo What Else is the proud sponsor of the SWE Donation Derby!\nSaddle up for a fun\, fast-paced race that’s all about teamwork\, community\, and giving back. The So What Else Bag Donation Derby is a one-of-a-kind\, Kentucky Derby–inspired event where teams will race to fill food donation bags. It’s got everything from derby hats to taped-up hooves! \nHow To Get Involved\n⭐️ Ticket sales and donations go directly toward advancing So What Else’s food rescue and redistribution efforts ⭐️ \nOur goal is to send 200 families that So What Else serves to the event for free! \nAttend\nBuy tickets here to bring your family and friends to this fun day of movement! \nDonate\nSponsor a family to attend the event and pick up food for their families. Donate $50 to sponsor a family of 4! \nPlease note “Ticket donation to So What Else” in your donation.  \nVolunteer\nCome help with set-up\, activities and food distribution to support your community! \n\nVolunteer Shift – 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM: Sign up here\nVolunteer Shift – 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Sign up here \nVolunteer Shift – 12:30 – 3:30 PM: Sign up here\n\nTeams/Groups/Organizations: Reach out to volunteer@sowhatelse.org 
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/metro-move-fest/
LOCATION:Bethesda Chevy Chase High School\, 4301 East-West Hwy\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Night of Local & Global Unity
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of compassion\, culture\, and unity as we come together through music\, art\, and storytelling to honor resilience\, celebrate our shared humanity\, and stand in solidarity with those affected by the recent uprising in Iran. Enjoy an authentic Persian tea room\, delicacies\, and a fusion Persian dinner followed by a candlelight performance by renowned Iranian and American singers and poets. This meaningful gathering supports So What Else\, and victims impacted by the crackdown. Your presence will help turn hope\, healing\, and community into action. \nUnity Bridge is honored to begin its first mission to connect communities through philanthropic and humanitarian efforts\, in partnership with three amazing organizations. \n\nSo What Else\, a large Food pantry\, serving 1500-2000 families a week.\nHouses\, an organization that restores hope\, dignity\, and belonging to survivors of severe trauma and human rights violations\, through inclusive\, holistic care that honors each person’s journey toward healing.\nVictims: Urgent humanitarian and medical support is needed for several Iranian survivors of violence\, persecution\, and displacement following recent political unrest in the country.\n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, June 13\, 2026\nTime: 6:30 PM\nLocation: Javid Residence\, 11816 Smoketree Rd\, Potomac\, MD 20854\nCost: Starting at $125\n\nBuy tickets here  \n 
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/global-unity/
LOCATION:Javid Residence\, 11816 Smoketree Rd\, Potomac\, 20854\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260627T110000
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SUMMARY:Donation to Distribution: Food Rescue Bank Tour & Service Day
DESCRIPTION:As temperatures are rising\, so are food and gas costs. We need your support to help us sustain operations and meet extreme demand. Join us at our special event for a day of volunteering\, connection\, and support to help fight hunger in our communities. \nLend a hand in distributing food\, take a behind-the-scenes tour of the food rescue bank\, and connect with supporters\, partners and volunteers. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, June 27\nTime: 11am-1:30pm (Volunteer shifts available 7am-3pm)\nLocation: So What Else Food Rescue Bank – 4924 Wyaconda Rd\, North Bethesda\, Maryland\n\nAgenda\n\n11:00am-12pm: Food Rescue Bank Tour and Q&A Session\n12-1:30pm: Refreshments\n\nHow To Get Involved\n\nVolunteer with us! Shifts are available between 7am-3pm. Sign up online here or reach out to volunteer@sowhatelse.org to sign up for a shift.\nBecome a donor! Join our mission today and help us build a better DMV. Explore the many ways to donate here.\nFor information on sponsorships\, partnerships\, and other involvement in the event\, contact info@sowhatelse.org.
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/donation-to-distribution/
LOCATION:4924 Wyaconda Rd\, North Bethesda\, MD 20852\, 4924 Wyaconda Rd\, North Bethesda\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:2026 Summer Olympics
DESCRIPTION:🏅 2026 Youth Summer Olympics 🏅\n\n\nFriday\, July 31\, 2026\n9:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nAnacostia Park\n1500 Anacostia Dr SE\nWashington\, DC 20020\n\n\n\nIn partnership with Mentoring Through Athletics\, So What Else is hosting this free\, full-day community event designed to promote youth health\, wellness\, and unity through movement and fun! As part of our summer camp curriculum\, we are bringing together our summer campers from across the DC Metro area to get moving and have fun together. \n\n\nYouth participants will represent different countries (i.e.\, SWE summer camp sites) and compete in Olympic-style games\, fostering team spirit and cross-community connection. This event celebrates the Olympic values of friendship\, peace\, and diversity while building leadership and social skills along the way! \n\nWhat to Expect at the Event\n\nTeam Events\nSkill Competitions\nWellness Zones\nLunch and snacks provided!\n\n\nHow to Get Involved\n\n\nVolunteer \nDo you want to support in-person at the event? We need helping ensuring the event runs smoothly all day! We are looking for volunteers to run all of the activities stations\, as well as lead dynamic and engaging workshops throughout the event. We are open to both individuals and teams. \n✔️ Sign up to volunteer during the event — Shift 1: 8AM-12PM   |   Shift 2: 12-4PM \nDonate or Become a Sponsor\nDo you want to help us ensure this FREE event provides as much value to our youth participants as possible? Donate or be a sponsor of the event! Your donation or sponsorship will help us put on a truly special event for our summer campers! \n✔️Click here to donate or become a sponsor \nSign Up Your Child or Group for the Event\nWe welcome all children (ages 6-13) and youth groups to join us for a day of movement\, fun\, wellness and community! Register by July 2nd. \n\n\n✔️ Individual Sign-Up Form — Register your child or children \n\n✔️ Group Sign-Up Form — Register your youth group \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/2026-summer-olympics/
LOCATION:1500 Anacostia Dr\, Washington\, DC 20020\, 1500 Anacostia Dr\, 20020\, United States
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