Our largest fundraising event of the year is quickly approaching! Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring an amazing dinner, inspiring youth testimonies, music, and more.
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for details as we prepare for a great night of impact and celebration!
Your presence truly makes a difference!
5:30 PM - Networking Reception
7:00 PM - Live Auction, Dinner, Program
9:30 PM - After Party
Dress Festive • Valet & Self Parking Available
Thursday, May 8, 2025
The Westin DC Downtown
999 9th St, NW
Washington, DC 20001
2025 Arlene Kogod
Philanthropic Legacy Award
Presented to:
Alice “Wendy” True Gasch, MS, RD, MD
Ophthalmologist & Dietitian
2025 Community Champion Award
Presented to:
Virginia Ali
Co-founder, Ben’s Chili Bowl
&
2025 Corporate Champion Award Presented to:
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Yvonna Stevens, Chair
Jennifer Mauskaup Smalls, Vice Chair
Shari Thomas, Secretary
Adam Spiegel, TreasurerJaliel Amador, Divergent Benefits
Betsy Brand, Community Advocate
Simon Fairclough, Capital One
Alfonso Guzman, JP Morgan Chase
Lena Hernandez, D&P Creative Strategies
Esperanza Lugo, Publicis Groupe
Carrie E. Markovitz, NORC at the University of Chicago
Nancy Miranda, RE/MAX Allegiance
Carlos Oliva, Sterling Check
Kimberly Salameh, Floor Coverings International
Christian Rhodes, William Julius Wilson Institute at Harlem Children’s Zone
Andrew Van Etten, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Samuel Williams, Pepco Holdings
Candice Wilmore, Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
Amanda Wood, Becker
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Nicole Carrington, Community Advocate
Jeannie Engel, Neighbors Rising
Claudia Gamero, M&T Bank
Lori M. Kaplan, Community Advocate
Edgar Jason Monroy, Pepco Holdings
Get a taste of Gala
Check out the photo album of last year’s gala to get a taste of what you can expect!
The Sponsors Making Gala 2025 Possible!
As of 4/17/2025
