CPD’s intention and commitment to building positive change rooted in communities of color has motivated me to get involved as funding for our movement is critical to our success. The Guiding Light Awards is an opportunity for us to lift up the voices of our communities and re-energize ourselves to keep fighting for a future where all of us have the freedom to thrive. Won’t you join me? Tickets start at $250.

It’s going to be an incredible evening as we recognize our guiding lights: individuals, campaigns and organizations that are energizing our movement and fighting for our democracy. This year, we are honoring:

We’ll also enjoy an electric, uplifting performance from special guest, the Resistance Revival Chorus, all while celebrating with over 300 philanthropists, organizers, and partners and allies. Click here to read more about our honorees and special guests.

I hope you’ll support the CPD’s Network—53 affiliates across 131 cities in 34 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia—to empower and activate the communities most impacted by injustice and inequity. Please join me on December 3rd!

In solidarity,

Asuka Watanabe

New York City Gala Host Committee, CPD

P.S. Please contact Beth Slade at [email protected] for ticket information or to become a host or sponsor the event.

HOST COMMITTEE

Kemba Bloodworth | Bliss Broyard | David Elcott | Ruth Andrew Ellenson |

Robin Epstein | Eileen Kelly | Stacy Kramer | Gara LaMarche |
Brad Lander & Meg Barnette | Joshua Marks | Jessica Marshall | Piper Perabo | Memory Rhone | Allison Rodman | Peter Salett | SOS America | Rabbi Rachel Timoner | Kathleen A. Tunnell | Asuka Watanabe | Kamy Wicoff