Shelby Simon

Shelby has been passionate about chasing great stories all her life, which is why — despite adventures in Dallas, Tel Aviv and New York City — she keeps coming back to call New Orleans her chosen home. She is a veteran writer and editor who has proudly been covering philanthropic stories for St. Charles Avenue Magazine since 2014 and believes it is the spirit of giving and goodness that makes New Orleans stand out from anywhere else. Shelby is also an entrepreneur who also specializes in strategizing content and ethical marketing for service-driven businesses who strive to make a lasting positive impact. An advocate for creativity and innovation, she writes with the knowledge that content trends tell an important tale about the bigger picture of our world. Reach out to her at shelbyhsimon@gmail.com if you want to share a story or discuss an idea.

Philanthropic Fun: Home Away From Home

Mardi Gras World transformed into a magical environment with a shimmering star wall and...

Philanthropic Fun: Cocktails for City Park

Aptly named “Martini Madness,” Friends of City Park hosted a craft cocktail-forward celebration at...

Philanthropic Fun: Hats With Heart

“The Bigger the Hat, the Bigger the Heart,” as they say at FestiGals at...

Philanthropic Fun: Empower Women, Empower All

The Contemporary Arts Center hosted “You Night New Orleans 2019” to a sold-out audience...

Philanthropic Fun: Champagne and Shoes

The first weekend of August marked the 12th anniversary of The Historic New Orleans...

Philanthropic Fun: Backing the Blue

Shades of blue filled Generations Hall as 400 partygoers gathered for a night of...
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Philanthropic Fun: Orchestraic Opulence

The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra celebrated its upcoming 36-week season, in which they will perform...

Philanthropic Fun: Dancing Deeply

To commemorate the 203rd anniversary of Argentina’s independence, Casa Argentina hosted its annual “Tango...

Philanthropic Fun: Chefs for a Cure

To mark the 18th annual “Summer Cure,” Susan G. Komen New Orleans honored five...

Philanthropic Fun: Community and Culture

A record-breaking 48,000 filled Julia Street to experience art, build community and celebrate culture...

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