We invite you to join us for an evening of dinner, drinks, and celebration at RDI’s second annual Heroes of Democracy Gala this spring. Check out more details online here.


This year we are proud to honor Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who has unwaveringly stood up to autocrats, Representative Adam Kinzinger, who has been a stalwart advocate for democracy and freedom on and off the Hill, and the courageous Georgia poll workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, who did their duty in 2020 despite unprecedented personal attacks from election deniers.


The Gala will be held the evening of April 4, 2024 at Gotham Hall in New York City. We hope you will join us to honor these remarkable individuals. Secure your spot today by purchasing a ticket or table sponsorship. Please contact RDI’s Director of Stewardship Caitlin Forrest at [email protected] with any questions and for more information.

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2024 Awardees

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Date | Thursday, April 4 2024


Time | VIP: 5:45 PM; General: 6:30 PM


Location | Gotham Hall, 1356 Broadway, New York, NY


Individual Ticket | $750

This includes one ticket to the Heroes of Democracy Gala.


Democracy Defender Package | $3,000

This includes two tickets to the Heroes of Democracy Gala, two tickets to the VIP Chairman’s Cocktail Hour hosted by Garry Kasparov, and you will be seated with a VIP from RDI’s board or an honoree.


Tables & Sponsorships

We have several sponsorship and table opportunities available ranging from $10,000 - $75,000.

See all ticket & table options

Please email RDI’s Director of Stewardship Caitlin Forrest at [email protected] with any questions and to learn more.


2023 Heroes of Democracy

Last year RDI held our inaugural Gala where we honored our very first Heroes of Democracy:

  • Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, bravely fighting for his nation’s survival

  • Carine Kanimba, daughter of Hotel Rwanda hero Paul Rusesbagina, who courageously fought for her father’s freedom

  • US Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough and her colleagues, unsung heroes who protected America’s democratic processes during the attempted insurrection on January 6

  • Philanthropist Howard Buffett, a firm believer in Kyiv’s victory and an investor in Ukraine’s recovery


You can get excited for this year’s event by watching below:

RDI's 2023 Heroes of Democracy Gala