Rooted & Rising 🌱
🌱 A Celebration of CommUNITY & Impact
Three years ago, we planted a seed. Today, that seed has grown into a thriving community rooted in connection, learning, and purpose.
Join us for Rooted & Rising, an unforgettable evening celebrating the growth of For the People and Kids, Inc. Enjoy delicious food, an open bar, inspiring stories, a silent auction, music, dancing, and more—all while helping us cultivate the next chapter of our mission.
Schedule of Events
- 5:00 PM | Open Bar & Silent Auction (Kisco Room)
- 6:00 PM | Celebrating our Educators & Guest Speakers (Hudson Room)
- 7:00 PM | Dinner
- 8:00 PM | Dancing with DJ Derrick De La Hoz
- 9:00 PM | Silent auction closes
The Look: Festive & expressive-skip the tux, bring the fun.
📅 Get Your Early Bird Tickets!
Early Bird pricing ends August 31. Celebrate our journey, invest in our future, and help us continue growing opportunities for children, families, and our community. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🌱
Become a Community Sponsor
Together, we can grow something extraordinary.
Sponsoring the 2nd Annual Rooted & Rising Gala isn’t just about putting your name on an event, it directly creates real opportunities for kids and families.
Your partnership helps provide:
- 🌾 Hands-on Outdoor Education through gardens, farms, and nature-based learning.
- 🎓 Scholarships & Access so every child can participate, regardless of financial circumstances.
- 🌱 Community Wellness Programs that connect families through the arts, sustainability, and shared experiences.
Join us as a Community / Business Sponsor and help our community continue to grow—one child, one family, and one garden at a time.
Stay tuned for our Silent Auction
We Go LIVE on Fri., 10/16 and auction closes on 10/17 at 9PM sharp! You do not have to attend Gala to bid!
We’re gathering an exciting collection of unique items, experiences, and surprises for our Rooted & Rising: 2nd Annual Gala Silent Auction!
From local treasures to unforgettable experiences, every auction item helps support our mission to expand hands-on learning, outdoor education, and community programs for ALL the people and kids!
✨ Check back soon to preview our auction offerings and get ready to bid with purpose, discover amazing treasures, and support a mission that is growing something extraordinary!