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EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 35 MIN

Houston Astros Foundation Diamond Dreams Gala With Emelda Douglas

from Fun In Fundraising · host Rob Giardinelli

How can the philanthropic arm of a business draw and engage sponsors for it's annual gala or signature fundraising event? In today’s episode, I talk with Emelda Douglas, Senior VP of Community Affairs for the Houston Astros and Executive Director of the Houston Astros Foundation, to talk about its annual signature event, the Diamond Dreams Gala. Celebrating its 10th year in 2025, the Diamond Dreams Gala has become one of the city's most anticipated, fun, and impactful signature fundraising events. Held in Daikin Park, the event allows attendees to experience the space in an exclusive and private way. This year's event will also include a concert by acclaimed musical artist Flo Rida. Emelda shares her knowledge and expertise on a variety of topics, including tips on collaborating with other nonprofits to expand your impact, engaging celebrities and high-profile individuals to say yes to your event, working with existing partners to support multiple parts of your organization, and so much more. This is one episode you will not want to miss.

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How can the philanthropic arm of a business draw and engage sponsors for it's annual gala or signature fundraising event? In today’s episode, I talk with Emelda Douglas, Senior VP of Community Affairs for the Houston Astros and Executive Director of the Houston Astros Foundation, to talk about its annual signature event, the Diamond Dreams Gala. Celebrating its 10th year in 2025, the Diamond Dreams Gala has become one of the city's most anticipated, fun, and impactful signature fundraising events. Held in Daikin Park, the event allows attendees to experience the space in an exclusive and private way. This year's event will also include a concert by acclaimed musical artist Flo Rida. Emelda shares her knowledge and expertise on a variety of topics, including tips on collaborating with other nonprofits to expand your impact, engaging celebrities and high-profile individuals to say yes to your event, working with existing partners to support multiple parts of your organization, and so much more. This is one episode you will not want to miss.

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