So you’ve seen the guide to holiday parties, which features free, open bar events on the startup scene’s dime. But Betabeat started getting tips of another variety: parties that cost money but which go to a good cause. So we’ll be listing those here. If you know of one, send a note to tips@betabeat.com.
Thursday, December 8
Taap.it Holiday Charity Event
7 p.m.
Taap.it
335 W. 35th ST. 11th Floor
Price: $35
Benefiting: New York Cares
Sunday, December 11
Launch + holiday party for Elizabeth & Clarke
1 p.m.
New Work City
412 Broadway
Price: $20 to $35
Benefiting: Girl Develop It and HackNY.
Tuesday, December 13
NYC Tweet Drive Holiday Party
6 p.m.
Roger Smith Hotel
501 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Price: One wrapped toy
Benefiting: New York City’s Toys for Tots
By donating one NEW, unwrapped toy you can join us in giving back, sharing a few drinks, and enjoying the holiday season with New York City’s top social media professionals and entrepreneurs.
Friday, December 16
Digital party: Tech the Halls
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. EST
Turntable.fm but individual matchup room links won’t be released till the day of)
Price: free
Benefiting: One Laptop Per Child
