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September 2015
Hindu-American Foundation Gala Dinner
Please mark your calendars for HAF's Annual Northern California Gala Fundraising Dinner highlighting Hinduism in the Mainstream: Coming of Age! This year’s dinner will feature influential Hindu American and interfaith leaders, who will highlight the emergence of Hinduism in mainstream American society and the coming of age of the Hindu American community in politics, academia, business, and advocacy. Date: Saturday, September 12, 2015 Time: 5:00 - 9:00pm Location: India Community Center, 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas, CA 95035 Ticket Purchase…
Find out more »June 2016
Sevathon- 10th Year
The Indian Community Center ICC announces their annual 'SEVATHON' - their awesome annual 5K/10K/Half Marathon. Sevathon is in its 10th year now. The event packed Baylands Park with 5,000 people last year. But they outgrew Baylands, so they are moving to downtown San Jose this year. 10,000 walkers are expected this year. This is a BIG deal! Your favorite causes on one platform! Volunteer, raise funds for charity, run for a cause, educate and help the poor! Sevathon is the…
Find out more »October 2016
PACT Leadership Luncheon
Every year, 500 corporate, business and non-profit leaders, philanthropists, elected officials and grassroots community leaders attend the PACT Luncheon to celebrate outstanding members of the community who have demonstrated civic leadership for the well-being of Silicon Valley. 2016 Honorees: John Tortorra, COO San Jose Sharks Chris Wilder, CEO, The Valley Medical Center Foundation Honorary Hosts: Aart de Geus, John and Tashia Morgridge, Susan Packard Orr and Lynn Orr, John A. and Sue Sobrato. Register by October 5.
Find out more »April 2017
San Jose/Silicon Valley NAACP 65th Annual Freedom and Friendship Gala
The San Jose/Silicon Valley Branch of the NAACP is proud to announce its 108th Anniversary at the celebration of our 65th Annual Freedom and Friendship Gala, "WE ARE ONE the Struggle Continues." We invite you to help us by participating in our annual Gala. Your support is needed now more than ever. Guest Speaker: Dr. Frederick Haynes, a prophetic pastor, passionate leader, social activist, and eloquent orator and educator engaged in preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ, fighting against racial…
Find out more »South Bay CROP Hunger Walk
Join us on April 23rd for our annual South Bay CROP Hunger Walk, sponsored by Church World Service (CWS)! With its inception in 1969, CROP Hunger Walks are viewed by many as the granddaddy of charity walks. The walk’s legacy is deeply entrenched even in our own community; since 1993, our community has raised over $1.2 million through 70+ local groups. We walk to respond to resource shortages, to protect and provide for our vulnerable, to build sustainable community, and…
Find out more »August 2017
Interfaith Gala Dessert Reception for Yezidi Relief
Interfaith Gala Dessert Reception to help Yezidis facing genocide Our Gala honors Rev. Victor Kazanjian, Jr., United Religions Initiative; Rabbi Marvin Goodman, Board of Rabbis of Northern California; and Fatih Ates, Pacifica Instititue. Keynote speaker: Salem Daoud, head Yezidi religious leader for the United States and Canada. This is a benefit for the Beyond Genocide Campaign helping Yezidis facing genocide in Iraq. Jewish and Muslim dietary laws will be observed. Contact: Rabbi Pamela Frydmanrebpam@gmail.com
Find out more »September 2017
2017 San Jose Walk to Feed the Hungry
How often do you feel powerless when you see a hungry homeless person in your neighbourhood, on your screens, and around the world? Spotlighting this worldwide need, the BBC recently did a pictorial report on the first 1000 days of a child’s life revealing the devastating effects of hunger and chronic malnutrition on a person’s ability to thrive. http://www.bbc.com/news/in-pictures-40555452. Now we can make a difference. The 2017 San Jose Walk to Feed the Hungry supporting Buddhist Global Relief's worldwide projects…
Find out more »Empowering All: Charity Art Performance
Please come and witness the spectacular artistry of the world-renowned China Disabled People's Performing Art Troupe as they present their famous "My Dream," an extraordinary dance honoring the Buddhist One-Thousand-Hands Bodhisattva who aids all who suffer. These messengers of beauty and humanity, named "UNESCO Artist for Peace" by the UN, have performed at the Paralympic Games 2004. Every audience is mesmerized and moved by their flawlessly synchronized and emotionally engaging performances. As visually or hearing impaired artists, they are a…
Find out more »October 2020
Laughs of 2020/JCC Los Gatos
A magnificent evening of LIVE standup comedy performed over zoom featuring multi-generational Jewish comedians from all over the Bay Area hosted by a South Bay comedy staple, Comedian Coral Best! With Geulah Finman, Jonah Pollack, DNA, and our headliner: Geneva Rust-aorta. This event is a fundraiser to support the Cultural Programs at the JCC. Come for the cause, stay for the laughs! Register Now: https://bit.ly/3lGPAU5 For more information, contact Maya Tripp, mayat@apjcc.org.
Find out more »November 2021
Charter for Compassion Global Compassion Gala
A MUST-SEE joy-filled celebration of compassion and hope! We hope that you will join us as we travel the world honoring nine dedicated people/organizations. This event is more than a fundraiser; it is also a friend-raiser. It is a way for the Charter to expand our networks and increase our base of global supporters. With that in mind, we are hoping you will promote the Global Gala in your networks, through newsletters or personally. Here is a link with resources and images:…
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