Community Hospice & Palliative Care Foundation Events

Derby Run

Experience the spirit of the South’s swankiest affair and support Community Hospice & Palliative Care in St. Johns County at the Derby Run, a fun and fashionable evening full of laughter, cheer and downhome charm…including a live viewing of the annual Run for the Roses!

Learn More about the Derby Run.

Kelsi Leah Young Respite Care Fund

Established in 2008, the Kelsi Leah Young Respite Care Fund helped provide vital respite care to Community PedsCare families.

Halloween Doors & More

Since 2005, Halloween Doors & More has dazzled kids and kids at heart with a fantasy land full of whimsical storybook characters, superheroes, live entertainment and family-friendly fun. Best of all, this “gala of a different sort” supports pediatric palliative and hospice care through Community PedsCare.

Learn More about Halloween Doors & More.

Riverside Craft Beer Festival

More than 100 craft beers from local, regional, and national breweries. A ticket to the event allows you to sample any brews you choose for one price. Jacksonville's best food trucks providing delectable delights for a separate purchase. All proceeds benefit Community PedsCare® a nationally recognized program of Community Hospice & Palliative Care that provides comfort, care, and support for children with life-threatening conditions, as well as the charitable causes of the Riverside Rotary Foundation.

Learn more about the Riverside Craft Beer Festival. 

The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance

Now in its second decade, the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance is among the top automotive events in the world. Always held the second full weekend in March "The Amelia" draws nearly 300 rare vehicles from collections around the world to The Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for a celebration of the automobile like no other. Since 1996 the show has contributed more than $2 million in support of Community Hospice & Palliative Care.

Learn more about the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. 

Host your own event

From golf tournaments to poker runs, events are often a fun way to raise awareness and financial support for Community Hospice & Palliative Care. We provide you with everything you need to get started, including event guidelines and creative ideas for your event.

If you are interested in organizing a fundraising event on our behalf, please complete the Special Events Application Form and email it to Community Hospice & Palliative Care Foundation.

Please refer to Special Event Guidelines for general information, financial information, tax receipts, logo usage, promotions and special support requests.

We will review your application and discuss event details with your organization before we grant final approval. Specific questions pertaining to your event will be answered at this time.

Additional resources are available, including:

• Fundraising Idea Handbook
• Ways to Promote Your Event
• Frequently Asked Questions