Austin’s House 'Boots and Bling' annual fundraiser features live music with Jake Jacobsen
MINDEN, Nev. — Austin's House, a nonprofit that provides emergency shelter for children in the northern Nevada region and beyond, is in the final weeks of ticket sales for its annual fundraising gala. Previously known as "Denim and Diamonds," the event has been renamed "Boots and Bling" and will be held at the Twisting T-Bar Ranch in Gardnerville on July 20. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m.
The event includes a gourmet BBQ dinner catered by Big Blue Q, featuring St. Louis ribs, grilled chicken, brisket, ranch-style beans, potato salad, green salad, and homemade ice cream sandwiches, a cash bar run by Bike and Brew with beer, wine, and signature cocktails sponsored by Battle Born Wine, live and silent auctions, and entertainment by musician Jake Jacobson. Tickets are on sale for $125 each.
“With 'Boots and Bling' we are creating an experience that reflects the community support that is fundamental to this event and our organization,” said Marla Morris, executive director of Austin’s House. “This gala provides significant funding that allows us to provide services for children in dire situations. We invite the community to join us in making a positive impact while enjoying a memorable evening under the stars.”
Morris added that the business community’s support for the event is also vital to the success of the event.
"We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors, whose support enables us to level up our annual gala,” Morris said. “On behalf of Austin’s House, thank you to our current event sponsors — Austin Kirby Foundation, Twisting T-Bar Ranch, Richard and Krissy Wilder, El Dorado Savings Bank, Carson City Toyota, Carson Tahoe Health, Carson Valley Health, Barton Health, Chromalloy, Christensen Automotive Gardnerville, Carson Valley Vet Hospital, Country Financial – Sean Marler, Great Basin Federal Credit Union, Big Blue Q Catering, Battle Born Wine, Thomas and Natalia Vander Laan and SkyFiber Internet. We couldn’t do this event without you!"
For more information on how to become a sponsor, donate auction items, or purchase tickets, go here.
About Austin’s House
Austin's House is an emergency shelter that provides comprehensive care to children up to age 18 who are removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, abandonment, or other maltreatment. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Austin’s House is dedicated to providing stability and support to these children, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.