By Glenda Montgomery, Gala Coordinator
Though we might not be able to bring you all to Africa to become inspired by our Changemakers and by seeing their projects first hand, as I was so fortunate to do on the Learning Trip last summer, we CAN make sure you have a chance to get a taste of each and every one of those projects at our 2018 Gala Fundraiser here in Portland!
Learning stations at the 2017 Gala
I have been having a wonderful time plotting and planning, collaborating and designing with the multi-talented African Road staff and the volunteers of this year’s gala planning committee in order to bring Africa to YOU. We have chosen a new venue for our May 5th Gala and we hope that you will enjoy how we are representing the impassioned work of each African Road Changemaker at Castaway in Northwest Portland.
When I met Evariste Ndikumana, leader of the Batwa of Burundi in Africa this summer, I was charmed and amazed. I am truly excited that you will be able to meet this man, too, who has lifted up his people with tireless advocacy and with his partnership with African Road. He will be our special guest at the Gala and will share with you the inspirational story of this past year’s triumphs. Evariste will be available for you to meet and talk to one on one.
Glenda and Evariste in Tanzania
The caterer has promised delicious African-inspired appetizers, and beer and wine will be available as well. Please consider volunteering to step up and host a table this year so that you can invite your friends to join our African Road family and Come Walk With Us.
And if you would like to be a part of the volunteer team working to put on the Gala this year, please email Danielle.
I look forward to seeing you there!
Our amazingly talented and capable Gala Coordinator, Glenda Montgomery! Thank you Glenda for all that you do!