Be Inspired

A fundraising evening to impact the lives of children and youth around the world. Join over 400 change makers, philanthropists, corporate and not-for-profit partners, movers and shakers, and socially responsible champions. Be a part of creating a vibrant future for the globe’s youngest and most vulnerable inhabitants.

WHEN:
Sunday, November 5, 2017 (5-8:30 pm)

WHERE:
Grand Ballroom,
Pullman San Francisco Bay
223 Twin Dolphin Dr,
Redwood City

Experience a Moving Evening

4pm

VIP Reception
(VIP Ambassadors and Sponsors only)

5pm

Reception in the Grand Foyer

6pm

Stories of impact

movers and shakers from around the world
share their stories
stunning and heart warming entertainment

Live Auction
fabulous items auctioned off
to benefit children and
youth around the world

Welcome remarks from our Co-Chairs:
Christian Okoye – former NFL superstar;
Raul Deju – Senior Partner, Brightstar Capital

Auction

7pm

3-course Dinner served with
Entrepreneur Wines from Napa/Sonoma

8pm

Early Announcement of
2018 Gratitude Award Winners

8:30pm

Wrap Up

Co-Chairs for 2017 Gratitude Soiree

Dr. Raul A. Deju

Dr. Deju currently serves as a Senior Partner at Brightstar Capital Partners a NewYork private equity firm. He has received the John F Kennedy University Award for a lifetime of Entrepreneurship and has been named one of the 25 Leading Hispanics in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dr. Deju recently published a book, We Got Mojo, which shares stories from 27 global leaders on social impact.

Christian Okoye

Mr. Okoye is a former NFL pro-bowler (feared Running Back with the Kansas City Chiefs), humanitarian, and entrepreneur – He founded of The California Sports Hall of Fame, and dedicates much of his life to empowering children in under-served areas of the US and Africa.