--- title: CORE Kidney Foundation Events | Galas, Parades, and Community Outreach description: Join CORE Kidney Foundation at upcoming events including the Tournament of Roses Parade, Power of Hope Gala, and community outreach programs. image: https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hubfs/COR%20featured%20images7.jpg --- [Go Back Up](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/events#top) [Skip to Content](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/events#body) ## JOIN US 4th Annual*Gift of Life Gala * |  Nov 15, 2026     Downtown Los Angeles [Learn More](https://e.givesmart.com/events/Q08/?isOrderFormActive=true) [![COR Logo-02](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/COR%20Logo-02.png?width=300&height=64&name=COR%20Logo-02.png "COR Logo-02")](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/?hsLang=en) Toggle Menu - [Get Involved](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/volunteer-donate-kidney) Toggle children for Get Involved Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Get Involved - [Donate](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/donate) - [Volunteer](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/volunteer) - [About Us](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/about-core-kidney) Toggle children for About Us Main Menu (Press to Return) \> About Us - [Board](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/board-members) - [Core Ambassadors](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/core-ambassadors) - [Resources](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/kidney-health-resources) Toggle children for Resources Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Resources - [CHATs](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/kidney-health-videos) - [Events](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/events) - [Contact](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/contact) - [Donate](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/donate) ![25-COR-0662 Website17](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/25-COR-0662%20Website17.png?width=816&height=1056&name=25-COR-0662%20Website17.png) CORE Kidney Foundation Events # Celebrating Kidney Health, Awareness, and Community Throughout the year, CORE Kidney Foundation supports parades, galas, and community events that bring awareness to kidney health, celebrate living kidney donation, and honor the people who make our mission possible. These events are the heartbeat of our mission: opportunities to connect, inspire, and support patients and families living with kidney disease. Check out our past events below and follow us on social media to join us at a future event! ## Featured Events ![55C98881-82CF-4858-8544-F797E7C7D389-scaled-1](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/55C98881-82CF-4858-8544-F797E7C7D389-scaled-1.jpeg?width=2400&height=1920&name=55C98881-82CF-4858-8544-F797E7C7D389-scaled-1.jpeg) ### 2025 Tournament of Roses Parade CORE Kidney Foundation is honored to have taken part in the iconic Tournament of Roses Parade, raising awareness about kidney health and living donation on a national stage with our breathtaking float, “It Takes Two.” ![groupcore-1](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/groupcore-1.jpg?width=480&height=384&name=groupcore-1.jpg) ### 2024 Tournament of Roses Parade CORE Kidney was honored to win the prestigious 2024 *Isabella Coleman Award for Most Outstanding Presentation of Color and Color Harmony Through Floral Design* for its entry “The Gift of Life: A Tune That Never Fades.” ![EL6A6972-scaled-1](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/EL6A6972-scaled-1.jpg?width=2136&height=1709&name=EL6A6972-scaled-1.jpg) ### Power of Hope Gala An evening of inspiration, philanthropy, and celebration, the annual Power of Hope Gala gathers supporters, patients, and advocates to fund life-changing programs and research. ![Photo-2-H-1-scaled](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Photo-2-H-1-scaled.jpg?width=2400&height=1920&name=Photo-2-H-1-scaled.jpg) ### Younes Nazarian Medical Humanitarian Award This prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions in the field of medicine and humanitarian work, honoring leaders who exemplify compassion and innovation. ![Photo-1-J4-1-scaled](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Photo-1-J4-1-scaled.jpeg?width=2400&height=1920&name=Photo-1-J4-1-scaled.jpeg) ### 4th of July Parade at Huntington Beach CORE Kidney proudly joins the community to celebrate Independence Day while spreading awareness about kidney health and the power of organ donation. ![Photo-1-FD-1-scaled](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Photo-1-FD-1-scaled.jpg?width=1920&height=1536&name=Photo-1-FD-1-scaled.jpg) ### ABC 7 Food Drive We’re committed to supporting families in need through the annual ABC 7 Food Drive, partnering to fight hunger and bring resources to communities across Southern California. ## Be Part of the Movement Want to attend an upcoming CORE event, volunteer, or become a sponsor? Stay connected for event details, tickets, and opportunities to get involved. [Donate](https://corekidneyfoundation.org/donate?hsLang=en) --- The Edward Charles Foundation is a fiscal sponsor of the Circle of CORE Kidney Foundation. The Edward Charles Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. The Tax ID is 26-4245043. www.edwardcharlesfoundation.org