SGGC is getting people together to talk up Abigail and have a good time in doing so!

No cost event. Pay for your own food and beverages.

This dynamic conversation is all about the power of we over me.

• Hali Lee, author of The Big We, will show us why the future of philanthropy belongs to everyday people. Through the inspiring rise of real-life giving circles, Hali makes the case for reclaiming philanthropy from the billionaires and putting it back in the hands of communities determined to shape a better world.

• Cecilia Minalga, Co-Founder of the Bay Area Coalition, brings grassroots wisdom with “House Parties to Build Community — Organizing 101,” sharing practical tools from the Mobilize for CA toolkit to help anyone turn a gathering into a movement.

• OJ Semans and Bret Healy of Four Directions — the leading Native voting rights organization — will spotlight their work advancing equality at the ballot box across Indian Country. Hear about the history, hurdles, and their targeted strategy to mobilize Native voters, including a new focus on Virginia.

When communities lead, democracies thrive. Join us.

Join School Board Member Karl Frisch for a conversation with former MSNBC legal analyst and federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner. We have lots to discuss, from the new administration to the future of our democracy and more!

• 12:00 p.m. – VIP Meet & Greet with Photos

• 12:30 p.m. – General Admission

• 1:00 p.m. – Program Begins

Light Food and Beverages

Let’s recommit to public education in Fairfax!

Join us in affirming connection, care, and community at the local level, despite the unprecedented changes and hardships since January. Funds raised will support School Board Member Melanie Meren in continuing to deliver results for the Hunter Mill District and expanding her efforts to protect public education in Fairfax, Virginia, and across the U.S. Contributions will directly invest in her work and impact.

Please join our Host Committee: Gene Rossi, Host Committee Chair, Kris Amundson, Stair Calhoun, Kathie Hoekstra, Diane Rossi, and Ted Rossi along with Special Guests Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, Former Congresswoman Leslie Byrne, and Delegate Kathy Tran for a fundraiser in support of Senator Ghazala Hashmi, Lieutenant Governor Candidate.

FCDC does not endorse during primary campaigns. Any Democratic candidate or candidate’s committee may add their Fairfax County events to the FCDC website calendar.

It’s time for REPRO Rising Virginia’s 2025 Legislative Wrap Up & Scorecard Reveal event. Join us to hear from a panel of our reproductive freedom legislative champions and get behind-the-scenes insights on the 2025 General Assembly session. And… you will be the first to see our 2025 Reproductive Freedom Legislative Scorecard! See how your delegate and state senator stack up on reproductive rights!

Congressman Don Beyer is hosting a Job Fair for Federal Workers and Contractors in partnership with the City of Alexandria, the City of Falls Church, Arlington County and Fairfax County. As many of our Northern Virginia neighbors navigate the uncertainty of a career transition, this job fair will allow individuals to connect directly with hiring companies.

Congressman Beyer encourages individuals prepare for the job fair by watching this virtual webinar hosted by the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority with various tips on how to optimize your resume, LinkedIn profile, and networking strategy to catch recruiters’ attention. Additional resources designed with federal workers in mind are available here, provided by FedsForward. To seek additional job opportunities, please visit this link.

Join supporters for the second annual Jockeys and Juleps fundraiser to support Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Member Andres Jimenez.

Please join Sen. Dave Marsden, Kee Jun, Triston O’Savio, and host committee members Roberto Gomez, Bettina Lawton, Chris Ambrose, and Oriella Mejia for a reception in support of Shannon Taylor, Democratic Candidate for Attorney General.

FCDC does not endorse during primary campaigns. Any Democratic candidate or candidate’s committee may add their Fairfax County events to the FCDC website calendar.