SEATTLE, WASHINGTON—El Centro de la Raza’s annual Building the Beloved Community Gala will feature live music by Banda Vagos, dinner, Roberto Felipe Maestas Legacy Award and Scholarship presentations, live and silent auctions, and a raffle. The gala is El Centro de la Raza’s largest fundraiser to support their 43 programs and services provided to low-income communities of all races in Seattle and King County. The programs serve children, youth, families, and seniors.

What: Building the Beloved Community Gala

When: October 14th, 2023, 5:00 PM-9:00 PM

Where: Summit Building at the Seattle Convention Center 900 Pine Street, Ballrooms 2/3 Seattle, WA 98101

Tickets and info can be found at belovedcommunitygala.org.

For tickets or event information, please contact Anica Enriquez at events@elcentrodelaraza.org or 206.957.4649

Founded in 1972 and beginning with a peaceful, multiracial occupation of the abandoned Beacon Hill School building, El Centro de la Raza (The Center for People of All Races) is a voice and hub for the Latino community and communities of all races in Seattle. From the beginning, El Centro de la Raza has stood strong in the face of racial and economic injustice, and now serves predominantly low-income communities with over 43 comprehensive social and human services. El Centro de la Raza upholds the legacy of founder Roberto Maestas by maintaining a commitment to civil rights for all persons.