Victim Assistance Program and Leppo Rents invite you to a night out on Bourbon Street!
Saturday, March 7, 2020
The Tangier
Akron, Ohio
For over 25 years, proceeds from our Mardi Gras Gala have directly impacted victims of crime and trauma in Summit County. The strong support of our community allows our advocates to provide 24-hour crime scene response, crisis intervention and advocacy to over 6,000 victims each year.

On Saturday, March 7, 2020 over 400 guests will once again turn The Tangier in Akron into a night out on Bourbon Street. Guests will enjoy a gourmet meal, an open bar, live & silent auctions while helping us reach our goal to raise $130,000!
Early Bird Ticket Sale
$100 per guest until February 3, 2020
After February 3, 2020, tickets prices will increase to $115 per guest.
F.A.Q.
Who are this year's award recipients?

Bernard I. Rosen Community Service Award - Dr. Jennifer Savitski, Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Courage Award - Holly Neman

What are the meal choices?

Blackened Filet Mignon with Skewered Shrimp, Salmon N'Orleans, or Vegan Stuffed Pepper

What is the Dress?

Cocktail Attire with a Mardi Gras flair!

Can I pay for tickets by check?

Yes, please mail payment by February 28, 2020 to:

Victim Assistance Program
137 South Main Street Suite 300
Akron, Ohio 44308

* Please include the following information with your check: Names of Guests; email addresses; and meal selections. (Blackened Filet Mignon with Skewered Shrimp, Salmon N'Orleans, or Vegan Stuffed Pepper)

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
21 and over

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please email  mardigras@victimassistanceprogram.org  or phone 330.376.7022 ext. 210
There are Many Ways You Can Help
Our Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Leppo Rents, Presenting Sponsor
Hardship To Healing Sponsor
Parade Sponsors
AAA Akron Auto Club
C. Massouh Printing Services
Cohen & Company
County of Summit ADM Board
GOJO Industries
St. Hilary Knights of Columbus
Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro's Department of Job and Family Services
Western Reserve Hospital
Carnival Sponsors
Akron Children's Hospital
AtNetPlus
Battered Women's Shelter
Bober Markey Fedorovich and Company
Family and Community Services, Inc.
Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #7
The Lefton Group, LLC
Stifel Investment Services
Summit IT Solutions
Reveler Sponsors
Akron Community Foundation
Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
Assured Partners
Crum & Company
*Sponsors confirmed as of 1/23/2020. If you are interested in sponsoring our Gala, please click on the button in the above section!