Empowered WE Rise
Fall Fundraiser 2026
October 4, 2026
1:00-4:30 PM
Joya Kitchen
10275 Science Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
Get Tickets
Early Bird Tickets Available Now!
Celebrate the strength of our partners and the women we serve as they rise,
persist, and overcome challenges to build brighter futures.
Empowered WE Rise
Fall Fundraiser 2026
October 4, 2026
1:00-4:30 PM
Joya Kitchen
10275 Science Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
Tickets
Early Bird Tickets Available Now!
Celebrate the strength of our partners and the women we serve as they rise, persist, and overcome challenges to build brighter futures.
Can’t attend? Donate today.
Can’t attend? Donate today.
About The Event
Our signature fall fundraiser, this event brings together the community to support women around the world, working to overcome poverty.
Be inspired ● Enjoy food, drinks, music, silent & live auctions ● Browse a Market Fair with local women entrepreneurs from WE-supported partner programs
All event proceeds will contribute to our grants supporting women’s economic empowerment in San Diego County and internationally.
Become a Sponsor
Tax-deductible sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are offered to both companies and individuals. For businesses, sponsorship packages provide great benefits to connect with the WE audience. For individuals, this is a meaningful way to ensure the event’s success and funding for our grant programs.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to leverage your giving and empower women entrepreneurs in six countries, working to overcome poverty for their families. Tickets included at each level.
Join Our Host Committee
Support the event’s success through your donation and personal invitations to join the celebration, sharing your belief in the WE mission. Tickets included. Inquire via email to SarahAdams@WomenEmpowerment.org.
Sponsorship & Underwriting Opportunities
Registration
2026 Sponsors
Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors:
Champion Sponsors
Linda Corey & Chris Khoury
Lead Sponsors
Debbie McGraw-Block
Uplift Sponsors
Chris & Cathy Carroll
Nancy Kramer
Kim Godwin
Linda & Mel Katz
Host Committee
Christy Hendrickson
Kindness Happens Here
Karen O’Leonard
Underwriting Sponsors
Music & Entertainment: Judith Fullerton
Florals & Decor: Rhea Kuhlman
Printing: Harriett Kounaves
Impact Sponsors
José Angel Nuncio
Susan Hennenfent & Vicky Mallett
Karen Longstreth
Dayana Silva-James & Christian James