Events & Programs

Where Community
Meets Purpose

Every event is an opportunity to connect, give back, and create impact together. The small things matter— and by supporting one, or all, of our events you are driving meaningful change. 

Annual Signature Events

Council 1869 events bring people together to create meaningful change. Every event supports one of our three pillars—Childhood Education, Health Equity, or Community—turning participation into impact.

Four men standing on a golf course holding golf clubs, smiling, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background at a Council 1869 charity event

Golf & Tennis Outing

Supporting Childhood Education

Held at Cherry Valley Club, our annual Golf & Tennis Outing supports early childhood education and school readiness initiatives across Long Island.

Whether you're playing, sponsoring, or joining us for brunch and dinner, your participation helps give more children the strong start they deserve.

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Guests seated at round tables in an elegant event hosted by Council 1869, listening to a speaker with a microphone, decorated with flowers and large plant centerpiece, ornate columns, and mirrored walls.

Fall Ball

Supporting Health Equity

The Fall Ball is an evening of community, celebration, and impact. Proceeds support programs that expand access to healthcare, family support services, and wellness resources for Long Island children and families.

Guests enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring live and silent auctions, inspiring stories, and opportunities to make a difference.

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Participants at the start line of the Garden City Turkey Trot race, with some running and others walking, under a red inflatable archway with a clear blue sky overhead.

Garden City Turkey Trot

Supporting Community

For nearly 50 years, the Garden City Turkey Trot has brought neighbors, families, and friends together on Thanksgiving morning.

More than a race, it's a beloved community tradition that raises funds for vital causes and celebrates the power of giving back. Council 1869 is honored to carry this tradition forward for future generations.

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Community Events

More about Volunteer Activities

Three girls in sportswear are outdoors on a grassy area. One girl in a black top and white shorts is smiling at the camera. A second girl in a white shirt and black shorts looks to the side. The third girl is kneeling, searching through a bag on the ground, surrounded by grocery boxes and bags. In the background, there is a tennis net, trees, and sports equipment.

Volunteer Days

From backpack drives to community service projects, Volunteer Days provide hands-on opportunities to support local children and families while making a tangible difference close to home.

Council 1969 student impact committee meeting consisting of mostly young teenagers, gathered on a covered patio listening to a woman from council 1869 speaking. There are boxes and supplies around, and a large outdoor TV screen on the brick wall.

Educational Workshops

Our workshops connect community members with trusted experts on topics ranging from health and wellness to parenting, education, and family resources.

Three women wearing gloves are packing items into bags and boxes in a storage or warehouse room. They are volunteering at a council 1869 supply donation event.

Community Partnerships

Through partnerships with local nonprofits, businesses, and service organizations, we support initiatives that address immediate needs and strengthen our community year-round.

Count Me In!

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. "

-Margaret Mead