Welcome to the Junior League of Greater Lakeland's Fifth Annual Black Diamond Ball!
The fifth annual Black Diamond Ball will be held on January 11, 2025 from 6pm-9pm at the Junior League building located at 90 Lake Morton Dr, Lakeland, FL. This event will include an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, custom cocktails, casino games, and entertainment as we raise funds to support children in Polk County. Tickets are priced at $150, which includes dinner, two drink tickets, games, dancing, and more. After-party tickets (starting at 9 PM) are available for $50 which includes games and dancing. The After-party does not include drink tickets. The Silent Auction will conclude at 11:30 PM. This will be a night to remember!
Why We're Here.
Within Polk County, 3,738 children have been identified as homeless by the HEARTH Public School department. 2,951 students in our county receive meal assistance through KidsPACK so they don’t have to attend school hungry. Our Clothes Closet at Tenoroc High School has provided hygiene products and clothing essentials to over 200 kids so they can attend class comfortably.
By attending Black Diamond Ball and supporting the Junior League of Greater Lakeland you will help us continue to partner with Tenoroc High School, Dixieland Elementary, Oscar J. Pope Elementary, and many others to respond to urgent needs facing children right here in Polk County.
This year our goal is to raise funds to fill 500 backpacks with school supplies, toiletries, and non-perishable food items for children facing food insecurity. Your support will help us meet this goal and make a difference in the lives of our city's most vulnerable!
You can join the fun at the Black Diamond Ball by downloading the Givi app. This will allow you to bid on silent auction items, purchase bourbon tastings, and participate in games of chance like Black Jack and Roulette. Don’t miss out! Everyone who registers for Black Diamond Ball will receive an email or text containing a link to download the Givi app. If you are attending as part of a larger group, you may not receive an email from us with a link to download Givi. Fear not! You can easily download the app in your designated app store.
Head to our FAQ page for more information on downloading and using Givi.
