Gather for Good: VB | Mixers to Benefit Make Your Mark Foundation at Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse – Shore Drive – Virginia Beach, VA

20s and 30s edition of our gatherings!

More Than a Meetup ?? Giving back to others is a core part of our business philosophy, and one way we give back is by making a monthly donations to Make Your Mark, a foundation born from loss, built on love. When suicide takes someone we love, the silence afterward can feel as devastating as the loss itself. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can find comfort, hope, and healing as they navigate their grief journey. Through education, advocacy, and financial assistance, we aim to break the stigma surrounding suicide and empower families to live with resilience and hope. No one at Make Your Mark takes a salary. Every dollar raised goes directly into the mission.

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The goal for these meetups is to connect an intimate group of 20 people or less in a fun, low stress environment, while supporting a local venue and cause! Make a new friends or business collaborator here!

These outings are intended to help people make friends. These are not dating gatherings. ????? ?????

Check out our feature in Eventbrite's 2025 TRNDS report about embracing the micro-event trend.

Coverage ??
Cincinnati Magazine interview

Good Morning Washington interview

Here’s our feature on Fox 11 Los Angeles!

Check out our feature in Nashville news station Fox 17

Lewiston, Maine News

*Your registration does not include your individual food and drink purchases. A paid ticket simply makes you more committed to actually showing up, supports our team's endeavors, and contributes to the featured nonprofit.

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Testimonials??

"It was so great! I will share pictures of food and if you need anywhere to share the experience! You did it better than AI! All of us were from different parts of the world, somehow having similar interests even though the age was different. Super cozy and friendly and amazing. We had one birthday (Persephone) so we gave her a cake!Thanks for hosting and looking forward to more events!" -Korina from Munich

"Hey, just wanted to give an update months later. I ended up forming a long term friend from this event and am very grateful. Thank you for helping set it up!" - Daritza from Austin

“It was a great event, Erman - thanks -- great group, friendly environment, and a really good way to be introduced to people.... “ - Ron from NYC, dinner with creatives edition

“The organizers did a great job coordinating this event. It was a great selection of people, good vibes all around, and such a fun time. Perfect if you’re looking to connect and make new friends!” -Eden from Los Angeles

“I went in not knowing what to expect, but this ended up being such a great experience. The group was fun and easy to connect with, and the overall vibe felt very natural, not forced or awkward at all. We had great conversations, lots of laughs, and I genuinely enjoyed meeting everyone. We’ve even stayed in touch and plan to meet up again, which says a lot. Would absolutely do this again.” -Claudia from Miami

“I’m glad to say that the events that Erman and his team have put together have surpassed my expectations! I’m also satisfied with how well they have been curated towards my interests and schedule. The uniqueness of these experiences have been much more enjoyable than I could’ve imagined!” -Michael D. from Virginia Beach

More about Make Your Mark Foundation

Make Your Mark Foundation began with Mark, whose life continues to inspire kindness, compassion, and a commitment to making a difference.

What started as a way to honor his legacy has grown into a community where families find connection, encouragement, and unwavering support from people who truly understand.

Today, we serve families across Northern Virginia by creating meaningful connections, providing helpful resources, and reminding every family that they are part of a community that stands beside them.

Mark’s legacy lives on through every family we support, every connection we create, and every life we have the privilege to impact.