United Way Lake County to Host St. Patrick's Day Celebrity Server Fundraiser

Community leaders and volunteers will trade their day jobs for aprons and serving trays to raise money for residents in need.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

United Way Lake County is organizing its annual St. Patrick's Day-themed Celebrity Server Fundraiser on March 13 at LaMalfa in Mentor, Ohio. The event brings together community leaders, local personalities, and volunteers who will don green outfits and serve lunch, with the goal of raising funds for United Way's programs that support education, financial stability, and health throughout Lake County.

Why it matters

The Celebrity Server Fundraiser is a long-standing tradition that allows United Way to engage the local community in a festive, feel-good event while raising critical funds for its initiatives. In a region where many residents face challenges related to education, finances, and healthcare, the money raised will directly support United Way's efforts to improve lives and strengthen the community.

The details

During the luncheon, the 'celebrity servers' will compete to raise the most tips and donations from guests. Businesses and organizations can also get involved through sponsorship opportunities, which help underwrite the event and maximize the funds raised. Those interested in serving as a celebrity server or becoming a sponsor can contact United Way for more information.

  • The Celebrity Server Fundraiser will take place on March 13, 2026.

The players

United Way Lake County

A nonprofit organization that works to improve education, financial stability, and health in Lake County, Ohio.

LaMalfa

The venue hosting the Celebrity Server Fundraiser in Mentor, Ohio.

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What’s next

Those interested in becoming a celebrity server or sponsoring the event can contact United Way Lake County for more information.

The takeaway

The United Way Lake County Celebrity Server Fundraiser is a long-standing tradition that brings the community together in a festive, feel-good event to raise critical funds for the organization's initiatives supporting education, financial stability, and health in the region.