Thank you to those of you who were able to attend last Saturday's Black & White Gala.
We had such an incredible evening, and it couldn't have been made possible without your support!
For moments from the Gala please follow this link (and check out a few snapshots below).
DON’T LOOK AWAY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioZ-CAihGSY
It has reached 143,000 views, 2,545 shares, 624 likes ... and counting!
THANK YOU!
Please view and share this video with your family, friends, networks, fellow advocates,
and visit our website to support our work in bringing dignity to those living on the streets.
President’s Thank You:
On October 8, 2016, Think Dignity held its seventh annual Gala, Decade of Dignity: Celebrating 10 years of
homeless advocacy and activism, at The Ultimate Skybox in downtown San Diego. Over 150 attorneys, public
officials, community leaders, and other philanthropic supporters attended including Council President Pro Tem Marti
Emerald, Councilmember David Alvarez, and Chief Deputy City Attorney Mara Elliott. Guests dined on sumptuous
hors d'oeuvres from Authentic Flavors, Seasoned Catering & Events, seafood from Catalina Offshore Products, and
cupcakes from Cupcakes Squared. Co-Founder of Think Dignity (formerly Girls Think Tank) Rachel Jensen kicked
things off with a reflection on our journey to becoming a trusted voice for San Diego's homeless. Executive Director
Anne Rios and outgoing President Emily Crowley spoke about Think Dignity's plans for the future. Keynote speaker
and friend of our organization, David Stimers, bravely discussed his experience living on the streets and the impact
Think Dignity has made on his life.
We are pleased to announce that, with your support, we raised over $30,000 to sustain Think Dignity's ongoing
mission to bring dignity to our neighbors without a home.
Thank you to all of our sponsors, including but not limited to:
Robbins Gellar Rudman & Dowd, Zeldes, Haeggquist & Eck, Banner Bank, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman,
Woodhill Trust, Advanced Attorney Services, Lauren & Paul Scott, Hyperion Construction, K. Purcell and L. Simon.
Sustaining donor Sudberry Properties presented Think Dignity with the second of three annual $20,000 donations to
help operate our Transitional Storage Center. In addition, Think Dignity received a grant of $15,000 from Kaiser
Permanente for our new mobile Fresh Start Showers program. We also owe a debt of gratitude to those who gave
generously during our general asks and bid well on our many live and silent auction items.
As the incoming president of this incredible organization, I feel very honored to have spent the evening with so many
people who recognize the importance of our work. I know we will accomplish great things together in 2017!
If you were unable to attend our gala, or were inspired by our viral video to extend your support, please consider
making an investment in Think Dignity and the future of San Diego at http://www.thinkdignity.org/donate-dignity.
With Heartfelt Regards,
Nicole Conge
A Special Thanks to Our Gala Sponsors: