We’d love to have you come join Hunger Action LA (HALA) as we award people, organizations, and companies whose work meets with its mission at our annual dinner this November.
The “Champions Against Hunger and Poverty” dinner will take place on Thursday, November 17, 2016, at Kavar Banquet Hall, 4777 Santa Monica Blvd, LA 90029. map
Introduction
Funds raised for this event will go towards the support of bonus food vouchers for low income consumers through the Market Match program at 24 Farmers Markets. Over 10,000 people were served through the program this year. Funding also supports HALA’s training and advocacy for the community on nutrition, food issues and policies; and the publication of The People’s Guide, a 72 page booklet helping those trying to get through hard times.
2016 Awardees
This year’s awardees are Renee Gunter of Daily Organics LA: Kate Meiss, formerly of Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles: and Alicia Rhoden of Hunger Action LA. Each of them have fought hunger in a unique way for many years and will be honored this year for their contributions.
Who Benefits
Funds raised for this event will go towards the support of bonus food vouchers for low-income consumers through the Market Match program at 16 Farmers Markets. Over 10,000 people were served through the program this year. Funding also supports HALA’s training and advocacy for the community on nutrition, food issues and policies; and the publication of The People’s Guide, a 72-page booklet and e-book helping those trying to get through hard times.
More than 1.4 million people suffer from food insecurity in Los Angeles County. Nearly 2 million of people living in Los Angeles are below the poverty line. Hunger Action LA’s mission is to end hunger and promote healthy eating through community education, outreach, networking, and empowerment of low-income people to speak on issues that affect their lives directly.
Tickets
Tickets are $75.00 per person before Nov. 1 and $85.00 after Nov. 1
Proceeds will go towards the support of HALA’s signature programs,
including Market Match, the People’s Guide, and Hunger Action Day
- Valet Parking will be available
- Vegetarian Options
- Attire: Dressy Casual
We will honor advocates fighting poverty all over the county, make new friends and see old friends.
If you’ve been to any HALA events, you know we do it like no one else.
Buy a ticket (or two) and come have a great time with us!
For more information regarding your RSVP or other info contact: [email protected]
Your thoughtful consideration is deeply appreciated.
Sincerely,
Matt Sharp
Chair, Board of Directors
Frank Tamborello
Executive Director
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