About The Current Effect

The Current Effect is an unconventional gala experience designed to celebrate and empower nonprofit leaders, advocates, and mission-driven organizations. Hosted at Throw Social D.C., this annual event replaces formal dinners with 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.

Picture this:

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

• A vibrant tropical setting to bring life to the new year and beat the winter cold.

• 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 unhorsed,

• 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.

• Participating nonprofits being recognized for their work in the community and leaving with a guaranteed donation to continue to do so.

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