The Journey of a Farmworker

at Marechal  Winery

1835 N Zediker Ave, Sanger, CA

 

Friday, May 31, 2024

5:30 PM to 7:30PM

Beer, Wine & Light Appetizers Will be Provided

Proteus will be hosting the first annual Spring fundraiser on May 31st, titled The Journey of a Farmworker. The event will be at Marechal Vineyards in Sanger and starts at 5:30 pm. Proceeds for this event will go towards our Community Emergency Fund, a crucial resource dedicated to supporting farmworkers and other community members facing unexpected hardships that fall outside the scope of existing programs. Proceeds will also go towards Farmworker Appreciation Day and Cosecha a Su Mesa, which are two events in the Fall that provide free lunches to Farmworkers and Thanksgiving meals to needy families. If you are interested in attending, Register on the Eventbright link below to purchase your tickets. There will be beer, wine and light appetizers provided.

 

Tickets on Eventbrite

 

Guest Speaker:

Jose Eduardo Chavez

Jose Eduardo Chavez Photo

 

Jose Eduardo Chavez is a Mixtec Indigenous, Immigrant, farm worker from Oaxaca, Mexico, raised in Madera, California. He has built an extensive career in community outreach, program management, and intercultural communication. Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Spanish Language & Culture from Fresno Pacific University, Chavez is currently a Regional Program Manager at Richard Heath & Associates, Inc., and serves as a Planning Commissioner for the City of Madera and a Board Member at The San Joaquin River Conservancy. His work extends internationally with community development projects in Guatemala, studies in Colombia, and advocacy at the US-Mexican border. Chavez is also the co-founder of Comité Guelaguetza Madera, promoting the upliftment of Mexican indigenous communities in the Central Valley. His efforts focus on enhancing access to education, healthcare, and workers' rights, aiming to improve living conditions and ensure equitable representation for diverse communities.

 

 

 

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

All sponsorship levels include signage at the event, recognition on Proteus social media & website.

 

WINE BOTTLE - $3,500

Company logo on wine bottles provided by Proteus

15 attendees

 

WINE CHARM - $2,000

Company logo on all wine charm/tags

10 attendees

 

CHARCUTERIE - $1,500

Company logo and signage on charcuterie boards

5 attendees

 

Sponsorships on Eventbrite

 

Download the Flyer
$50 per person

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