Benito Juarez Foundation gala for farmworkers is this weekend. How to get tickets
Are you looking for a fun evening that provides a way to get involved with your community? Saturday, June 27, at 6:30 p.m. the Benito Juarez Foundation hosts its annual gala to benefit the foundation’s volunteer-run programs.The fundraiser features a night of dinner, dancing and music by the San Jose/Bay Area based Los Niteliters.
Here’s what to know:
What is the Benito Juarez Foundation?
Named after Mexico’s first Indigenous president, Benito Juarez, known for his tireless advocacy for farmworkers, the registered 501(c)3 nonprofit advocates for civil rights and the empowerment of farmworkers and immigrants.
The foundation was launched in 2016 by Ramona Landeros to assist laborers and immigrant communities dealing with food insecurity and other issues.
The foundation established an Emergency Food Program bringing food to farmworkers and local Indigenous communities and hosts educational workshops
Where is the gala? How much are tickets?
The gala will be hosted at the Ben Ali Hall at 3262 Marysville Blvd. in Sacramento. Tickets are $50 per person and VIP tables are available for purchase. The price of one ticket helps feed a family of four, according to Landeros.
The gala also provides sponsorship opportunities for donors who give between $1,000 to $5,000, with each tier receiving perks such as VIP seats, logo/name recognition at the gala and full page recognition in the event materials.
Where will the funds go?
Proceeds from the gala will go to the following programs:
- Distributing essential food supplies directly to farmworker families
- Supporting sustainable farming practices that protect workers and the environment
- Building collective power for a fairer, more resilient food system
- Creating support groups for women and children
- School advocacy
