The Current Effect 2026

from $25.00

Sunday January 4, 2026

3pm-8pm

Commas Food Hall- 8661 Colesville Rd- Level 3- Silver Spring, MD 20910

The Current Effect is an unconventional gala experience designed to celebrate and empower nonprofit leaders, advocates, and mission-driven organizations. This annual event replaces formal dinners with activations, music, and immersive impact-building. It’s a space where purpose meets community — bringing together changemakers, businesses, and creatives to recharge, connect, and celebrate their collective work.

This isn’t your typical fundraising gala. We’re not about crystal chandeliers and chicken entrées — we’re about connection, culture, and community.

🎟 Ticket Tiers

Supporter: $25 Perfect for those passing by and/or out-of-town visitors who are in for the evening.

  • Thank You Gift

  • Donation to nonprofits 

Advocate: $50

  • Donation to nonprofits

  • 2 Drink Tickets

  • Swag Bag

Proceeds benefit all of the local DMV nonprofits showcasing at the event and The Current Event’s continued mission to amplify local nonprofits impact.

🗓 What to Expect

Picture this:

  • Attire: Whatever makes you feel like the best version of YOU.

  • A hands-on hygiene kit build activity where every guest creates something that directly impacts our community.

  • On-site Coat drive to donate to a local shelter for the unhoused,

  • Live music, photo activations, food buffets, and signature cocktails that keep the energy high.

  • Nonprofit leaders + sponsors mingling in a space designed for collaboration, not just networking.

This is how you celebrate the work, the wins, and the people behind them.

🧠 Featured Activations

Vendor Market | Photo Activation | Kit Building Activity | Games | Live Entertainment | Silent Auction | Surprise Special Guest | — and more!

✨ Why It Matters

The nonprofits that we highlight are doing the work that is needed to make a difference in our local community. We want to showcase the work they have done in 2025, amplify their impact and get them the support they need to scale their nonprofits to the next level.

📥 Get Involved

Want to volunteer, donate, become a sponsor or get your org involved? We’d love to hear from you.

📧 info@thecurrentevent.org

#TheCurrentEvent #TheCurrentEffect #AnniversaryFundraiser #BuildBoldly #CreativityForACause #WaveMakers

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Sunday January 4, 2026

3pm-8pm

Commas Food Hall- 8661 Colesville Rd- Level 3- Silver Spring, MD 20910

The Current Effect is an unconventional gala experience designed to celebrate and empower nonprofit leaders, advocates, and mission-driven organizations. This annual event replaces formal dinners with activations, music, and immersive impact-building. It’s a space where purpose meets community — bringing together changemakers, businesses, and creatives to recharge, connect, and celebrate their collective work.

This isn’t your typical fundraising gala. We’re not about crystal chandeliers and chicken entrées — we’re about connection, culture, and community.

🎟 Ticket Tiers

Supporter: $25 Perfect for those passing by and/or out-of-town visitors who are in for the evening.

  • Thank You Gift

  • Donation to nonprofits 

Advocate: $50

  • Donation to nonprofits

  • 2 Drink Tickets

  • Swag Bag

Proceeds benefit all of the local DMV nonprofits showcasing at the event and The Current Event’s continued mission to amplify local nonprofits impact.

🗓 What to Expect

Picture this:

  • Attire: Whatever makes you feel like the best version of YOU.

  • A hands-on hygiene kit build activity where every guest creates something that directly impacts our community.

  • On-site Coat drive to donate to a local shelter for the unhoused,

  • Live music, photo activations, food buffets, and signature cocktails that keep the energy high.

  • Nonprofit leaders + sponsors mingling in a space designed for collaboration, not just networking.

This is how you celebrate the work, the wins, and the people behind them.

🧠 Featured Activations

Vendor Market | Photo Activation | Kit Building Activity | Games | Live Entertainment | Silent Auction | Surprise Special Guest | — and more!

✨ Why It Matters

The nonprofits that we highlight are doing the work that is needed to make a difference in our local community. We want to showcase the work they have done in 2025, amplify their impact and get them the support they need to scale their nonprofits to the next level.

📥 Get Involved

Want to volunteer, donate, become a sponsor or get your org involved? We’d love to hear from you.

📧 info@thecurrentevent.org

#TheCurrentEvent #TheCurrentEffect #AnniversaryFundraiser #BuildBoldly #CreativityForACause #WaveMakers