Behind the Mask Masquerade: A Fundraiser for Elderly Medical Respite

Join us for an elegant Mardi Gras-themed masquerade benefiting Unity Housing’s Medical Respite program for elderly individuals experiencing homelessness. This special evening will raise critical funds to help us purchase property and expand our services, providing a safe, supportive place for seniors to recover from illness or injury while transitioning to permanent housing.

Event Highlights:

Date & Time: February 13th, 7:00 PM
Location: Water Stone, Johnson City, TN
Food & Drink: Full buffet-style dinner, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar (1 drink ticket included with each general admission ticket)
Entertainment: Live music by the Bad Cats Brass
Silent Auction: Exciting auction items to bid on throughout the evening
Festive Décor: Masks, feathers, and vibrant Mardi Gras flair

Tickets:

General Admission: $75 per person
Frontline Worker Discount: $40 per person
Limited seating: 150 guests to ensure an intimate and memorable evening

Why Your Support Matters:
Many elderly members of our community face homelessness and lack access to medical respite care. Unity Housing provides transitional housing, meals, storage for belongings and medications, and transportation to medical appointments. With your support, we can purchase our own property and expand these life-changing services.

Sponsorship Opportunities:
We offer a range of sponsorship levels to fit your organization’s capacity and visibility goals:

Royal Court Patron ($5,000+) – 8 VIP tickets, exclusive event recognition, logo on all marketing, and speaking opportunity
King & Queen’s Court ($2,500–$4,999) – 6 VIP tickets, logo on marketing, event acknowledgment
Captain’s Crew ($1,000–$2,499) – 4 VIP tickets, logo on marketing, social media recognition
Jester’s Jingle ($500–$999) – 2 VIP tickets, logo included in program, social media mention
Bead Thrower ($250–$499) – 2 tickets, listed in event program, social media acknowledgment

All sponsors will receive pre-event publicity, opportunities to display materials at the event, and acknowledgment during the evening.

How to Get Involved:

Purchase Tickets: Invite family and friends to enjoy a night of fun and philanthropy.
Become a Sponsor: Make a lasting impact by supporting elderly medical respite in our community.
Monthly Giving: Help sustain Unity Housing’s programs year-round.

For more information or to secure tickets or sponsorships, contact info@unityhousingtn.org or opal@unityhousingtn.org. In addition to purchasing a ticket, or in lieu of attending, you can also make a donation today. You can find us on Venmo, PayPal (@unityhousingofjohnsoncity) or contribute through this GiveButter fundraising campaign. You can also reach out to us directly by responding to this email. As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your contributions are tax-deductible. Join us. Let's mask the face of homelessness with compassion and care. Together, we can make this vision a reality. We can't wait to host you at Behind the Mask!

Together, we can make a real difference—unmask hope, dignity, and care for those who need it most.

Unity Housing 2026 Mardi Gras Masquerade

Where Elegance Meets Empathy