Welcome to Haute Giving:
The Sexy Side of Philanthropy
Haute Giving is where glamour meets gravity.
We cover the world of modern philanthropy — the events, leaders, causes, and culture shaping how people give, gather, and create impact.
Yes, we love a fabulous gala, a great dress, a champagne toast, and a step-and-repeat moment. But we care even more about what the room is raising money for, who benefits, and how all that sparkle turns into real support for real communities.
We call it the sexy side of philanthropy — but sexy doesn’t mean shallow.
Feature:
Moves in Philanthropy: Kara Stimpson Named CEO of
Covenant House Georgia
Atlanta’s nonprofit leadership landscape is welcoming a familiar face back to the city as Covenant House Georgia prepares for its next chapter.
The organization has named Kara Stimpson its new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 24, 2026, following a national search. Stimpson, the unanimous choice of the search committee, brings more than two decades of experience across education and nonprofit leadership, with a career focused on expanding opportunities for children, young people and families.
Most recently, Stimpson served as CEO of Helping People Succeed, a Florida nonprofit providing early childhood education, mental health, disability and child-abuse prevention services to more than 8,000 people annually. Before that, she was Chief Impact Officer at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, where she developed and scaled a school-based mentoring model. She also spent nearly two decades with Atlanta Public Schools as a teacher, principal and district leader, including establishing Georgia’s first school-based Wraparound Center in a middle school.
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Party with Purpose
Finding the right philanthropic events should not require hours of searching through websites, newsletters, social media and ticketing platforms.
Haute Giving has curated the season’s standout galas, fundraisers, benefit dinners, cultural events, and community gatherings in New York and Atlanta—all in one place through Party With Purpose.
Whether you are a philanthropist, nonprofit professional, corporate leader, or someone looking to volunteer for a meaningful cause, the calendar helps you discover where to go, who you may meet, and what your attendance supports.
These events are more than beautiful venues and great outfits. They’re opportunities to build relationships, expand your network, support important organizations, and connect with the people shaping social impact.
We curated the calendar. Now you can decide where to go, who to meet, and how to give back.