Pretty Kicks Sneaker Ball
presented by the Rosa Verde Foundation, Inc.
By Magi Thomley Williams

Get ready to lace up for a night of style, music and giving back at the third annual Pretty Kicks Sneaker Ball! Join Rosa Verde Foundation, Inc. for an unforgettable fundraiser in support of high school seniors pursuing higher education. This electrifying evening for guests 21 and over will raise scholarship dollars one stylish step at a time. Rock your cocktail attire with a twist — pair your sharp ensemble with your coolest sneakers — and prepare for an evening packed with fun games, a sizzling sneaker contest and amazing prizes. DJ Hale will spin the hottest tracks and energetic emcee Charles Gibson will bring the excitement.
“The more educated our youth, the better our community,” said Adetoun Evans, event committee chair.
Many local business owners agree, including StarPoint Screening, Members First Credit Union and Synovus Bank along with others who have stepped up to sponsor the event.
The event host, Rosa Verde Foundation, is the 501c3 arm of Delta Iota Omega Chapter and was founded to aid the youth of Pensacola in educational advancement through a robust scholarship program. The scholarships are awarded to high school seniors who exhibit high scholastic achievement and community involvement, providing them with an opportunity to further their education through college or vocational avenues. Be a part of the change! Support the cause while rocking a good time.
Grab your tickets to attend this high-energy celebration that blends elegance and sneakers in an unforgettable night of glam, giving and good vibes, all in support of community scholarships for deserving students. Rock your freshest kicks and cocktail attire, vibe to live music and beats, strike a pose at the epic photo opportunities, enjoy delicious bites and signature cocktails, and enter to win big in raffles and silent auctions. Every step you take on the dance floor helps a student take a step toward their future. Your ticket, your outfit, your energy — it all fuels education, opportunity and community advancement.
Rosa Verde Foundation’s Pretty Kicks Sneaker Ball
When: 6-11 p.m., Saturday, May 31 (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
Where: Brownsville Community Center; 3200 W. De Soto Street, Pensacola
Cost: $65/ticket or $500/table
Info: rosaverdepensacola.org or Facebook/Pretty Kicks Sneaker Ball; sponsorships and vendor opportunities are available