Gio Fund is a section 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill animal welfare fundraising organization serving the greater Wilmington, North Carolina area. Incorporated in Morris County, New Jersey in March 2011, our founders and volunteers are dedicated to raising the much needed funds to help at risk dogs receive shelter, food and medical care.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Gio Fund Event Center - May Events 2026

REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.GIOFUND.ORG OR PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE DOOR UNTIL WE SELL OUT

Gio Fund Event Center     117 VIllage Road, Unit E, Leland, NC 28451     910 782 8222     events@giofund.org


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26

Book Club - Theo of Golden By Allen Levi 5pm

27

NEW! Singles Dance Party With DJ Sir Dance Alot 6:30pm

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Bingo 6pm

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Comedy Show Headliner Teddy Smith 7pm

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Live Music With Doo Wop Memories 6pm

2

Bambi Bingo Benefits Morgan Creek Wildlife Rescue 6pm

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Trivia Benefits All 4 Cats 5:30pm

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RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 1 - 6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

5

Cinco De Mayo Singles Dance Party With DJ Sir Dance Alot 6:30pm

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Bingo Benefits Kind 2 Critters 6pm 

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Comedy Show Headliner Ben Jones 7pm

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Live Merchandise Auction 5pm

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Designer Purse Bingo 6pm

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RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 1 - 6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

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Private Party 6-8pm

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Bingo 6pm

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Comedy Show Headliner Carrie Karavas 7pm

15

Live Music With Johnny Winston and Friends 6pm

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3rd Saturday Flea Market 11-3pm


Live Music With The Jukebox Review 6pm

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Private Party 5-10pm

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RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 1 - 6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

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Doug Field - One Man’s History of Leland 6-9pm

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Bingo 6pm

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Comedy Show Headliner Ellie Coleman 7pm

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Live Music With Carolina Rising 7pm

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Live Music With The Port City Rockers 6pm

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Private Party 3:30-8:30pm

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Bingo 6pm

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Comedy Show Headliner Andy Forrester 7pm

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Live Music With Shades of Grey 6pm

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THC & CBD Bingo 6pm

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Book Club - All The Colors Of Dark By Chris Whitaker 5pm

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6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

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Bingo Benefits Hamilton’s Healing Hearts 6pm

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Comedy Show Headliner Chris Wooley 7pm

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Live Music With Carolina Rising 7pm

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Private Party 5-10pm

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

GIO FUND EVENT CENTER - JUNE EVENTS 2026


REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.GIOFUND.ORG OR PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE DOOR UNTIL WE SELL OUT

Gio Fund Event Center     117 VIllage Road, Unit E, Leland, NC 28451     910 782 8222     events@giofund.org


SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

31

Book Club - All The Colors Of The Dark By Chris Whitaker 5pm

1

6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

2

3

Bingo Benefits Hamilton’s Healing Hearts 6pm

4

Comedy Show Headliner Chris Wooley 6:30pm

5

Live Music With Carolina Rising 7pm

6

Private Party 5-10pm

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8

6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

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Bingo Benefits Dauntless Dog Rescue 6pm

11

Private Party 1:30-4pm


Comedy Show Headliner Jimmy Gallagher 6:30pm

12

Live Music WIth Gentle Breeze “Beach Top 40” 6:30pm

13

Ken Norris Comedy Magic Show 7pm

14

Private Party 5-10pm

15

6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

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17

Bingo 6pm

18

Five Week Improv Class 1-3pm


Comedy Show Headliner TBD 6:30pm


19

Live Music With The Pointe Band 6:30pm


20

3rd Saturday Flea Market 11-3pm


Bourbon Bingo 6pm

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6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

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Bingo 6pm

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Five Week Improv Class 1-3pm


Comedy Show Headliner Ryan McKee 6:30pm

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Dirty Bingo 6pm

27

Brunswick County Drag Show 7pm

28

Book Club - I Am Not The Only Murder In My Retirement Home By Fergus Craig 5pm

29

6 Week Class - Line Dancing Lessons With Linda 5-6pm

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Bingo 6pm

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Five Week Improv Class 1-3pm


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Sunday, November 27, 2022

Perry Needs A Home







Name - Perry

Primary breed - Pitbull Mix

Secondary breed - Unknown

Mixed breed? Yes

Gender - Male

Spayed/Neutered? Yes

Date of Birth or Age - 7-12 months

Weight - approx 32 pounds

House-trained? Yes

Crate-trained? Yes

Good with cats? Unknown

Good with small/young children? Unknown

Reaction to new people - Friendly

Activity level: Highly Active

Likes to vocalize: Some

Obedience training: Needs Training

Does the dog know any commands? Sit

Can jump fences? Unknown

Dog has the following behaviors/personality traits: 

  • Walks Well on Leash
  • Does will in car
  • Playful
  • Affectionate
  • Eager to Please
  • Even Tempered
  • Goofy

Dog has the following compatibility qualities: 

He has lots of energy, still needs training to help with all of his puppy energy.  Perry is super sweet and loves people.  Very food motivated which helps with teaching commands.  Does great in a crate, loves toys and balls.  He is very curious and loves to explore.  His current fosters are working with him on training and walking.  He is very gentle with his treats, but will need a fenced in yard.  Completely up to date on shots, HW negative and neutered.

 

Friday, November 11, 2022

Buddy Needs A Home



Name - Buddy

Primary breed - Pitbull Mix

Secondary breed - Unknown

Mixed breed? Yes

Gender - Male

Spayed/Neutered? Yes

Date of Birth or Age - 2 Years

Weight - approx 45 pounds

House-trained? Unknown

Crate-trained? Has Anxiety Issues

Good with cats? Unknown

Good with small/young children? Unknown

Reaction to new people - Friendly

Activity level: Very Active

Likes to vocalize: Will bark

Obedience training: Somewhat

Does the dog know any commands? Unknown

Can jump fences? No

Dog has the following behaviors/personality traits: 

• Playful

• Affectionate

• Eager to please

Very High Energy


Dog has the following compatibility qualities: 

Has Anxiety Issues, Needs Someone Who Works From Home or Is a Homemaker


 

Buddy is currently in long term foster in North Carolina.  We are unaware of his HW status.  If you are interested in adopting Buddy, please visit www.ehrdogs.org and ask for him by name.