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Join Us
Washington, DC
Roots of Development’s
17th Annual Fundraising Event
September 19, 2024
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OUR ANNUAL
DC EVENT
Every year, diverse and influential guests gather in support of Development without Dependency. A long-time fixture of DC, Roots of Development’s annual fundraising event brings together leaders in the business, political, and non-profit spheres to show their solidarity with the fight against poverty.
In 2023, more than 125 people enjoyed a night of food, wine, and music, at the beautiful District Winery in Washington, DC. Special guests included Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus McCormick, Dr. Robert Fatton, and DC City Councilmember Robert White.
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THIS YEAR’S EVENT
Thursday, September 19, 2024
District Winery, 385 Water Street SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
VIP reception 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Main Event 7:30pm – 10:00pm
Dress attire is cocktail or business. Public parking is available directly beside District Winery on the corner of 4th and Water St in The Yards Lot Q gated parking for $2-$3 per hour.
2024 Event Host Committee
Rudy Brioché (Chair) • Marie Pyle • Rudolph Chandler • Rudy Pressoir • Cathy Celestin • Daudeline Meme • Kathryn Bolles • Eyaluta Seifu • Ernest Voyard
ELEMENTS & GUESTS
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Silent Auction
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Live Music
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Delicious Food & Wine
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Haitian Metal Art Display
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Special Interactive Activities
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VIP RECEPTION
An exclusive opportunity to meet our special guests and support Roots of Development’s work.
VIP ticket holders will have the chance to meet and speak with our special guests more intimately during the VIP reception, which will include:
– Views of the waterfront
– Live music
– Charcuterie spread and delicious wine
– Wearable flower jewelry courtesy of Foliage Blooms
– Haitian Rum & Clairin tasting courtesy of High Road Spirits Zanj
– Exclusive gift bag with Roots merchandise
PAST VIP GUESTS & HONOREES
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Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick
U.S. Congresswoman
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Robert White
D.C. City Councilmember At-Large
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Karine Jean-Pierre
WH Press Secretary
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Eleanor Holmes-Norton
U.S. Congresswoman
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Sunny Hostin
Co-Host of The View
MAIN EVENT
This year’s event will celebrate 17 years’ worth of Development without Dependency® in Haiti. In addition to supporting our work, your ticket includes food and drink for the event, as well as live entertainment. We have several surprises for the night of the event, including activities and special guests!
This year’s Annual DC Event will explore Roots of Development’s work at the nexus of local groups; experts and academics; donors and funders; the diaspora and their organizations; US-based decision-makers; and advocates for community-led development practices globally. We will be honoring representatives of several of these groups throughout the night—stay tuned for updates!
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THE VENUE: DISTRICT WINERY
District Winery is Washington, D.C.’s first-ever fully-functional winery, located in the neighborhood of Navy Yard in the Capitol Riverfront community. With its award-winning wine and gorgeous views of the Anacostia River from its Rooftop Terrace, we are excited to be back at this venue this year.
Roots of Development’s 2024 Annual Event
Use code earlybird from now until August 15th for $25 off your purchase
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If you are interested in upgrading a ticket you already purchased from general admission to VIP, email us at info@rootsofdevelopment.org.
Roots of Development is a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization (EIN 80-0490699). Your gift is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Past Corporate Sponsors
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