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SUMMARY:Fundraising Gala - Ubuntu: The Spirit of Togetherness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for A Night of Cultural Elegance at our inaugural fundraising gala to support our work! \nThe African Center for Community Development is pleased to announce Ubuntu: The Spirit of Togetherness – a night of cultural elegance to benefit the African Center. Ubuntu\, a call to action for collective empowerment\, reminds us that our well-being is interconnected and that thriving communities are built through shared responsibility\, compassion\, and action in solidarity with one another. In order to uplift Africans and others in need next year\, ACCD aims to raise $15\,000 this fall. We invite you to be a part of this effort! \nEvery day\, ACCD works to help African individuals and their families overcome these barriers to build economic stability\, help their children thrive\, and become active contributors to the social and economic life of our communities. Critical funding is needed to sustain and expand programs including: \n\nEmployment and training for immigrant job seekers\nBantaba culturally-relevant\, trauma-informed discussion circles\nWisPAWN professional African women’s network\nOlder adults social and cultural enrichment\nCase management services in more than 5 languages\n\n‘Ubuntu: The Spirit of Togetherness’ will feature: \n\nAn authentic Taste of Africa dining experience featuring cuisine from across the continent\nDynamic cultural performances showcasing African music\, poetry\, dance\, and storytelling\nInspiring stories from community members whose lives have been transformed thru ACCD\nOpportunities to connect with local leaders\, business owners\, and community champions\nA shared commitment to creating opportunity\, economic mobility\, and belonging for all\n\nWill you partner with ACCD in the spirit of Ubuntu by joining us for this special event to help us reach our goal of raising $15\,000? You can get your tickets for $50 each. Or\, if you cannot participate in person or purchase a ticket\, you are also welcome to donate any amount by clicking the button below\, clicking “Donate & Tickets” and then selecting “I’d just like to donate” at the bottom of the pop up box. \nWe appreciate your kind consideration in joining the African Center in the spirit of Ubuntu\, the togetherness that makes us strong and gives all a chance to access what we need to thrive. Reserve your spot today!
URL:https://africancentermadison.org/event/2026-night-of-african-cultural-elegance/
LOCATION:Black Business Hub\, 2352 South Park Street\, Madison\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured,Fundraiser
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