Marion County United Way Hosting Annual Giving Gala

The fundraiser event will feature a three-course meal, trivia, and a silent auction to support local organizations.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 2:56pm

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The second annual Marion County United Way Giving Gala will be held on March 28th from 5-9 pm at the Knoxville Armory. The event will include a three-course meal, trivia, and a silent auction, with all proceeds going to support the organization's efforts to help strengthen Marion County through health, human service, and education initiatives.

Why it matters

The Marion County United Way is a non-profit that raises funds to support 14 local organizations that provide critical services to the community. The annual gala is an important fundraising event that brings the community together to support these vital programs.

The details

Tickets for the event are $40 per person or $300 for a table of eight. Attendees can purchase tickets by following an online link, visiting Marion County Bank, or using Venmo to pay kamrynryan. The event will be held at the Knoxville Armory, located at 1015 N Lincoln St.

  • The second annual Marion County United Way Giving Gala will be held on March 28, 2026.
  • The event will run from 5-9 pm.

The players

Marion County United Way

A non-profit organization that fundraises to financially support 14 organizations in Marion County that help strengthen the community through health, human service, and education initiatives.

Kamryn Ryan

A member of the Marion County United Way Board of Directors.

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What they’re saying

“It's just a great way to have a fun night out, to support the community while doing so, to support local businesses through the silent auctions, and I also just think it's a great way to meet people. There are people of all different ages there so it's really not an intimidating event, it's just a really great way to participate in something fun and do something good while doing that.”

— Kamryn Ryan, Marion County United Way Board Member (kniakrls.com)

What’s next

Tickets for the event can be purchased online, at Marion County Bank, or through Venmo by sending payment to kamrynryan.

The takeaway

The Marion County United Way Giving Gala is an opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy a fun evening, and support critical local organizations that are making a difference in the lives of Marion County residents.