Harry's Carnival of Caring

March 25, 2023 @ 3:00PM — 6:00PM Central Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar

St. Joseph Rebuild Center: 1803 Gravier St New Orleans, LA 70112 Get Directions

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Join Us for Harry's Carnival of Caring

Come One, Come All to Harry's Carnival of Caring on Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 3pm-6pm.
All proceeds benefit the Harry Tompson Center, providing services to the unhoused population since 1999.


We are excited to announce that Harry’s Carnival of Caring will once again take place at the Saint Joseph Rebuild Center. We cannot overstate how amazing it was to share our Center with you during last year's Gala and we received wonderful feedback from attendees that they'd like to return to the space. We've added a few new amenities and activities for your enjoyment, including an additional bar, trivia games, and a selectively curated silent auction. Our Big 3 Giveaway continues with the chance to win 1 of 3 amazing prizes! This year, our sponsorship levels are organized around our pillars of service.

  • Fun House $350 | 2 Tickets | Supports WIFI, Phone, & Communication Services
    • Supports crucial hospitality services such as local and long distance phone line access, free WIFI, charging stations, & resource referral
  • Carousel: $1,000 | 4 Tickets | Supports Medical Clinic & Healthcare Services
    • Supports HTC's efforts to improve health outcomes for guests by supplying o-t-c medication, cough drops, wound care, and more through basic health clinic operated by volunteer physicians and nurses
  • Midway: $2,500 | 6 Tickets | Supports Shower & Hygiene Services
    • Supports HTC's flagship hygiene services including showers, restrooms, sinks, and personal care items for ~100 individuals/day
  • The Big Top: $5,000 | 8 Tickets | Supports Housing Navigation Services
    • Supports HTC case management efforts to provide individualized housing navigation services

Know that your contribution directly funds positive outcomes for more than 2,000 unhoused individuals who rely on our life-changing services each year.

Individual admission tickets are on sale for $100/each. We do offer discounted tickets for folks under the age of 35. Please reach out to pkelley@harrytompsoncenter.org for assistance if needed.


What to Expect at Harry's Carnival of Caring

  • Intermingling with fellow HTC supporters, staff, volunteers, and guests
  • An exclusive look at the services you help make possible for our community
  • Presentation of our Honorary Chaircouple Dr. & Mrs. Peter and Karen DeBlieux
  • Presentation of our Legatus Christi Award
  • A chance to win prizes in our HTC Trivia Tent
  • A selectively curated silent auction
  • A chance to enter to win one of our Big 3 Giveaway Prizes
  • Small plates from La Cocinita food truck, desserts, and other treats
  • 2 open bars with beer, wine, & our specialty margarita
  • Music by DJ Chuck
  • Secure parking in St. Joseph's Church Parking Lot

Big 3 Giveaway

Don’t miss your chance to win a shot at 1 of 3 Amazing Giveaway Prizes. Tickets for entry are $100/each and only 150 tickets will be sold!

$3,000 Travel Package to 1 of 5 AMAZING Destinations (listed below)

Crawfish Boil for 25 Hosted at Your House or Destination of Your Choosing

Dine Around Town $500+ in Gift Cards to Amazing Local Restaurants

Napa Valley

Enjoy a fun and relaxing Napa Valley Wine Tour. You will visit renowned Napa Valley and Sonoma Wineries for tasting, Learn about wine-making techniques, and shop for wines and souvenirs in local shops. Taste the finest wines of Napa Valley, have lunch and shop in Napa Square Plaza.

  • Round trip air New Orleans to San Francisco, CA
  • Three nights guest room accommodations including tax at the Hotel Argonaut, housed within Fisherman's Wharf historic Haslett Warehouse – Deluxe King, non-smoking
  • Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full Day Tour

https://www.viator.com/tours/San-Francisco/Napa-and-Sonoma-Wine-Country-Tour/d651-2660SFOWIN



Grand Canyon from Las Vegas

Visit the city of dazzling neon lights, a bustling strip, high stakes casinos, and all-star entertainment 24/7 while still finding time to appreciate the spectacular natural beauty of the Grand Canyon and the Hoover Dam.

  • Round trip air New Orleans to Las Vegas, Nevada
  • Three nights guest room accommodations including tax at the Caesars Palace, Executive king room, non-smoking
  • Grand Canyon West Rim with Hoover Dam Photo Stop Tour from Las Vegas
https://www.viator.com/tours/Las-Vegas/Grand-Canyon-West-Rim-Tour-with-Options-from-Las-Vegas/d684-60136P20



Key West

Activities for visitors of all ages and interests, the islands of the Florida Keys beckon all travelers. Fishing, snorkeling, or strolling through the old town of Key West will fill your days. Visit local art galleries and museums. Hang out with the locals or just relax and enjoy the breathtaking sunsets.

  • Round trip air New Orleans to Key West, FL
  • Three nights guest room accommodations including tax at the Parrot Key Hotel and Villas, Garden King, non-smoking
  • Sunset Sail dolphin watching

https://www.viator.com/tours/Key-West/Key-West-Exclusive-Sunset-Sail-with-Premium-Wine-Champagne-and-Tapas-Pairings/d661-3800P18


Martha's Vineyard

This tiny island off Cape Cod remains one of the most popular and picturesque destinations in New England. In the the town of Tisbury, established in 1602, you'll find the beautiful harbor village, Vineyard Haven - a touch of seaside elegance combined with a taste of island casual.

  • Round trip air New Orleans to Martha's Vineyard
  • Three nights guest room accommodations including tax at the Edgar Hotel Vineyard by Ascend, King, non-smoking
  • All Island Bus Tour & History Tour

https://www.viator.com/tours/Marthas-Vineyard/All-Island-Bus-Tour/d50772-40250P8


New York City & Niagara Falls

Combine a visit to the BIG APPLE, with the tallest buildings, the biggest museums, Broadway theater, and the best pizza with a trip to the most important and impressive natural wonders of the world, Niagara Falls.

  • Round trip air New Orleans to New York City
  • Three nights guest room accommodations including tax at the Renaissance New York Times Square – Deluxe King, non-smoking
  • Niagara Falls in One Day Tour from New York City

https://www.viator.com/tours/New-York-City/Niagara-Falls-in-One-Day-from-New-York-City/d687-62527P11


Special Thanks to Our Incredible Sponsors!

We are so grateful for the support of our amazing sponsors. As a small non-profit, we rely on this annual event to generate nearly 1/4 of our annual operating budget. Our generous sponsors make it possible to continue our work of helping individuals access the daily services they need to be successful and rebuild their lives.

A big thank you to our sponsors!

Big Top
FLUID PROCESS & PUMPS, LLC
Donald & Cathy Espenan
The Hammer Family
Midway
Rice-Voelker Fund for Recovery
Moises and Rosemary Arriaga
Ronnie & Gwen Briggs
Jerry & Shannon Daigle
Stacy and Jim Pellerin
Stephen and Keenan Romig
Richard and Anna Tompson
Carousel
George Wilson Truck and Transportation
Hancock Whitney Bank
Reiling Family Foundation
St. Catherine of Siena Church
Will Bowling and Alisa Bright
Kevin Avin
Bonnie and Clay Boyd
Dr. Berengher Brechtel
Matt and Donna Colosino
Edwin Daspit
Deek & Leisa DeBlieux
Dr. Peter & Karen DeBlieux
Rev. Douglas Doussan
Kathleen Favrot
Sidney Garmon
Dr. Charles & Mrs. Mary Haydel
Dr. Dan & Mrs. Jean Jens
Hansen Koch
Mark & Jane Landry
Sheldon Lykes
Drew & Lynn Marsh
Dr. Fred & Susan Rodriguez
Terri Romano
Rosemary Ryan
Jim & Mary Temple Thomas
Julie Vanderbrook
Loretta Whyte
Rick & Susan Yelton
Fun House
Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Club
Pel Hughes Printing
Nan Alessandra
Dwight Barnes
Mary Baudouin
John & Deborah Blancher
Ira Bodenstein
Sue Weishar and Brad Dude
Sheryl Brown
Jim & Emily Brown, Jr.
Bill & Elise Brundige
Paul and Karen Buras
Ralph & Linda Capitelli
Drs. George & Leslie Chimento
Andree & David Code
Stan & Isabel Cowley
Jack & Denise Currault, III
Chris Wiseman and Dana Pellegrin
Gretchen Delo
Sally Duplantier
Craig Forshag
Curtis and Sharon Hearn
Jubi & Jeanie Hillery, Jr.
Vicki Judice and John Koeferl
Tom & Geri Kolwe
Charles and Jean LaCour
Alistair Johnson and Mark Douce
Mike and Carolyn Nee
Jim and Claudia Nelson
Sherry Palermo
Stephen Perrien
Pete and Marilyn Quirk
George and Mary Jo Relle
Eddie & Patty Rice
Mark & Mary Ripple
Patricia Judice Ruckstuhl Family
Paul Schaetzle
Craig Silva
Mack & Victoria Thomas
Taylor and Dianne Walet
Mike and Carmie Winters

$103,834 raised by 230 people

$100,000

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