Fostering HOPS

The local nonprofit Fostering Hope will host its fourth annual fundraiser, Fostering HOPS, today at 5:30 p.m. in the Van Aken District on Tuttle Road. There will be guest bartenders, a silent auction, food and live DJs, including local DJ Zosimo Maximo. The event will kick off with a special ticketed Chef Challenge featuring James Beard Award- winning chefs Jonathon Sawyer of Sawyer's and Greenhouse Tavern, and Michael Schwartz of Michael's Genuine. Xhibition, an apparel and footwear retailer, will feature a special VIP area where DJ Steph Floss, who DJs at Cavs games, will make an appearance. This annual fundraiser supports Fostering Hope's mission of "enriching the lives of children living in foster care and residential treatment by providing unique experiences and giving the community opportunities to profoundly impact a child's life." This year, Fostering Hope will likely serve more than 1,000 children through programming centered on childhood experiences, heath and wellness, and community involvement. Ticket prices range from $75 to $250 and are available on the website. (Niesel)