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Homelessness & Housing Alliance to host glow party fundraiser in Fort Walton Beach

The March 7 event will feature live music and support local housing programs in Okaloosa and Walton counties.

Ashley Ward

The Homelessness & Housing Alliance will host Light up the Night, a glow party fundraiser, March 7 from 6-8 p.m. at Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson in Fort Walton Beach.

Proceeds from the event will support homelessness prevention efforts and housing-focused programs in Okaloosa and Walton counties.

The family-friendly evening will feature live music by local musician Lips Manly and a glow-themed party atmosphere. Guests are encouraged to wear neon and glow-in-the-dark attire.

“Events like Light up the Night allow our community to come together in a fun and positive way while supporting a serious need,” said Kelli Hernandez, executive director of the Homelessness & Housing Alliance. “We are grateful for our sponsors and community partners helping create pathways to safe, stable housing.”

BankPlus, Florida Power and Light, Okaloosa Gas District, United Fidelity Bank and Centennial Bank are sponsoring the event.

Funds raised will benefit programs that support outreach, emergency services, housing placement and community collaboration efforts aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness.

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