Raisin’ the Rent party carries on traditions from 1920’s Harlem, raises money for housing the homeless. It is the most important fundraiser for St. John Center and provides nearly 20% of the budget.

Friends, new and old, will come together on February 28th for the ninth annual Raisin’ the Rent party. Reminiscent of the days friends hosted parties to help neighbors raise money for rent, St. John Center helps men move toward housing each day.

Constructed in the 1920’s when Harlem’s Rent Parties became famous, the historic Olmsted on Frankfort Avenue is this year’s venue again for Raisin’ the Rent. The party benefits St. John Center for Homeless Men.

Rent party patrons will enjoy music from Louisville’s own The Remedy, with hors d’oeuvres by Bristol Catering, and a cash bar. The party will also include dancing, silent auction with auctioneer, and Emcee, Dawne Gee for the evening.