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August 21, 2013
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Reason to Party Launches in NYC
Big Apple Debut at Nasdaq in Times Square

April 14, 2015

Reason to Party celebrated an exciting milestone as it kicked off its first New York event at the Nasdaq in Times Square. The event drew hundreds of philanthropists from Manhattan to as far away as California and Europe.

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Reason to Party Partners with dot429
On top of its stunning lifestyle magazine, dot429 puts on regular events for LGBT and allied professionals throughout the country.

March 31, 2014
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Together We’ve Raised over $170,000 for Bay Area Charities
Thank you for giving your time, making donations, and coming out to support such amazing local causes.

March 30, 2014

With the help and enthusiasm of thousands of Bay Area residents, wonderful partners like 7×7, dot429, and Hannig Law Firm, and the many local non-profits we’ve come together to support, Reason to Party has been able to donate over $170,000 to help: man suicide hotlines for at-risk youth via The Trevor Project; plant and maintain more than a hundred trees in and around the city with matching help from Google for Friends of the Urban Forest; provide care to the terminally ill with Maitri; help maintain beaches with Save the Waves; feed members of our community in need of a meal with the SF-Ma

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Holiday Party Raises over $16,000 for Colon Cancer Awareness
Remember: You're "Never Too Young" to get tested!

March 29, 2014

A big thanks to Carmen Marc Valvo and the Colon Cancer Alliance for their tireless efforts to bring awareness and support to this leading cancer cause.

Be sure to check out photos from our event on Facebook.

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San Francisco – It’s almost Friday!

December 12, 2013

Friday is fast approaching, and we couldn’t be more excited to throw our Never Too Young event at the Grand Hyatt.

Just Announced – Free Custom Shirts from VZ Exclusive for Auction Bidders – See below for details!

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An Art Affair: Tomorrow Night at the Elks Tower!

November 15, 2012

Tomorrow’s the big night: an open bar, live music & art await you. 100% proceeds will go to Verge Center for the Arts. Starts at 9PM for General Admission / 8PM for VIP. 

A limited quantity of tickets will also be available at the door. But why wait?  Save money, buy your tickets now »

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Reason to Party featured on KCRA
Katie and Mac describe 'An Art Affair'

November 15, 2012

KCRA featured Reason to Party in a live segment this morning. Katie and Mac discussed the event. Verge Artist Ilah Rose Cookston painted a live portrait to give viewers a sense of the live art exhibit experience and an opportunity to meet the artists who will benefit from the event. 

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CORE Dance Collective performers join ‘An Art Affair’
Friday's gala to feature live dance

November 13, 2012 An Art Affair: Downtown Sacramento

What type of art brings together the beauty of the human body, music, and creative interpretation? Dance.

Come sip cocktails all night long while you enjoy exclusive dance performances by CORE Dance Collective. This will be only one of the many types of art you will be able to experience and support to at Reason to Party’s An Art Affair this Friday at the Elks Tower in Downtown Sacramento.

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An example of Aleksander's work.
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Introducing Aleksander Bohnak
Featured Verge Artist to create immersive art experience for guests

November 13, 2012 An Art Affair: Downtown Sacramento

Edgy and provocative, Verge artist Aleksander Bohnak’s installation at this Friday’s Reason to Party event invites guests to become part of the art!  Incorporating creative objects, lighting, and large-scale video projections, Alek’s art is sure to entrance, delight, and provide a window into the remarkable talent supported by the Verge Center for the Arts. 

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Reason to Party stands with the staff at Larkin Street Youth.
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Reason to Party donates $21,000 to Larkin Street Youth
This is what happens when we come together as a community.

November 5, 2012 Mac Clemmens

SAN FRANSISCO — Reason to Party donated over $21,000 to Larkin Street Youth Services in San Francisco — a game-changing check that will improve the lives of homeless youth.

This is what happens when we come together as a community. Please, join us making a difference again.

For more information, please contact Mac Clemmens at mac@reasontoparty.org. 

About Reason to Party

Reason to Party is a 501(c)3 non-profit and is completely volunteer-run.

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CBS: Young People Bring Fresh Face To Philanthropy
Television Spotlight on New Generation Features Reason to Party

July 26, 2012 CBS San Francisco

Joe Vazquez reports how, through social networking sites and parties, a new generation has brought a new approach to raising money for good causes.

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HuffPo: Now San Francisco Truly Has a ‘Reason To Party’
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June 18, 2012 The Huffington Post

San Francisco is not a city that needs a formal excuse to let loose and have a good time. A growing local organization, however, is providing the community with a feel-good cause to rally, err, rather party behind.

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Sacramento 2012 Spring Gala Photos Available
First Gala in California's Capital Raises Money for Kids

May 3, 2012

Thank you for helping to make the Reason to Party Sacramento Spring Gala a stunning success!  We turned out close to 500 people and raised more than $4,000 for Sacramento Splash.

We need your help:

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Reason to Party’s Friday Gala featured on Fox 40
Fox becomes third major network to feature Reason to Party in last 48 hours

April 25, 2012 Reason to Party Sacramento: Spring Gala 2012

Reason to Party Sacramento’s Co-Founder Mac Clemmens and Sacramento Splash’s Executive Director Emily Butler took to the airwaves to promote Friday’s Gala. 

Reason to Party is offering its signature gala-style event and is prepared to rally more than 1,000 partiers—and the entire Sacramento region is taking notice.

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Mac Clemmens, Co-founder of Reason to Party Sacramento, called on his friends and fellow leaders to utilize social media to spread the word.
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Sacramento leaders rally in support of friday’s gala
Press swarm as key community organizers tour venue, regroup at Zocalo

April 23, 2012 Mac Clemmens

SACRAMENTO, CA — Key community leaders toured the Old Sugar Mill to solidify plans, garner support, and galvanize the Sacramento community to “Embrace the Elements” this Friday.

The team then regrouped in midtown at Zocalo to celebrate and rally support for the gala. More than 40 leaders joined and pledged to reach out to their friends and networks. 

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Reason to Party takes to the airwaves to encourage Sacramentans to “experience the elements”
Gala to Benefit Local Charity Draws Media Attention

April 23, 2012 Reason to Party Sacramento: Spring Gala 2012 KCRA

Excitement around the April 2012 Reason to Party Gala at the Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg has now spread to the media.

Teo Torres of KCRA Channel 3 interviewed Ryan Brough of Reason to Party and Emily Butler of Sacramento Splash to tell the story of Reason to Party and its novel approach to fundraising: hosting cutting-edge events that engage emerging leaders. Watch the Segment »

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Spring Gala to Feature Limo Service to Old Sugar Mill
For only $6 roundtrip, partygoers get a safe ride option

April 11, 2012 Reason to Party Sacramento: Spring Gala 2012

Rockstar Limo Lounge has agreed to transport Reason to Party guests to another world on the banks of the majestic Sacramento River. For an additional $6 donation, their luxurious limos and party buses will shuttle guests between Centro Cocina Mexicana (2730 J Street) and the Old Sugar Mill between 8:00pm and 2:00am.

Guests are encouraged to get themselves to Centro and enjoy a margarita on the patio. With limos running every 15 minutes, they won’t have long to wait!  Upon return at the end of the evening, taxis will be standing by to bring guests home, safe and sound.

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Photos available from Reason to Party 2012 Winter Gala

February 8, 2012

Our Winter Gala attracted more than 700 guests to raise $7k for Maitri SF. We partied hard at the W Hotel with décor by Blueprint Studios and lighting by Entire Productions. Dylan McIntosh of BLVD kept the crowd dancing til morning in a glowing fantasyland of light and luxury.

Beautiful images of the beautiful people who turned out to celebrate the 2012 Winter Gala at the W Hotel! 

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Winter Gala Brings 700 Together at W Hotel
The event raised over $7,000 for Matri, the last AIDS hospice in California.

February 8, 2012

Reason to Party’s annual Winter Gala, held Saturday, Feb 4, 2012, attracted more than 700 guests to the W Hotel for an evening of fantasy and celebration with DJ Dylan McIntosh of BLVD, sponsored bars, and even an art installation made entirely of masking tape. Join Reason to Party for fun parties around the city, always in support of a great cause!

The event raised over $7000 for Matri, the last AIDS hospice in California. 

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Alert: Winter Gala is Tonight!

February 4, 2012

We’ve got an insane DJ, tickets have been selling faster than any event we’ve ever thrown, and you’re about to enjoy the best party SF has to offer.

WINTER GALA IS TONIGHT!

In case you haven’t heard here’s what we have coming:

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