2022 RTR BannerFriday, October 18, 2024

Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
6:30 - 10:00 pm | 8:30 pm Hybrid Program

2023 GalaHonoring Kristina Bouweiri with the 2024 Community Leadership Award

Black Tie Affair | Cocktail Reception & Elegant Seated Dinner
Silent and Alive Auctions | Virtual Attendance Options


Join the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia on Friday, October 18th at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner for the 2024 Raise the Region Gala.

The Community Foundation will welcome 700 of the region’s business, philanthropic, public, civic, and community leaders to this signature, black-tie event that serves as a celebration of the power of local philanthropy.

Help the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia build a community that works for everyone. 
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About the 2024 Community Leadership Award Honoree

A pillar of the Gala celebration each year is the Community Leadership Award, presented annually for outstanding community service and dedication to improving the quality of life for all Northern Virginians. This year’s award will be presented to Kristina Bouweiri, President & CEO of Reston Limousine, the largest luxury transportation provider in the Washington DC area.

With over 230 vehicles and 335 employees, her innovative strategies drive growth. Committed to philanthropy, she has facilitated more than $1.5 million in donated transportation to charities. As a board member of influential organizations like Enterprising Woman Magazine, she empowers women entrepreneurs. Her global perspective, born from living in Japan, Brazil, and other countries, enriches her leadership. A graduate of George Washington University, she speaks multiple languages and champions education and children’s welfare initiatives. Kristina's legacy embodies entrepreneurial success, philanthropy, and community leadership.

Read Kristina's Full Bio


2024 Raise the Region Gala Sponsors

Community Leadership Sponsors

Claude Moore Charitable Foundation
John and Nina Troups Charitable Fund

Auction Sponsor

Truist Wealth

Community Resilience Sponsors

Scott A. and Phyllis P. Crabtree Family Foundation
The Shrivastava Family

Photo Engagement Sponsor

Washington Gas

Media Partner

InsideNova

Print Partner

Grassroot Communications


Video Partner

Striking Media

Wine Partner

Walsh Family Wines

Community Empowerment Sponsors

BCT - The Community's Bank
Lou and Wendy Brown
Robert and Pamela Kipps

Community Impact Sponsors

Bank of America
Frances Craig
Employment Enterprises, Inc.
George Mason University's Costello College of Business
Goldman Sachs
Holland & Knight
Immigrant Businesswomen Circle
The Mason Companies
NOVA Parks
Meera and Shankar Pillai
UVA Health
Helaine Weissman and Mike Benoudiz

 

Community Giving Sponsors

Fairfax County Economic Development Authority
George Mason University Foundation
Amy Wells Mackay

Additional Support Provided By

The Blackthorn Foundation
David and Amy Bosserman Charitable Fund
Robert Eisiminger
Jim and Elaine Tholen

Individual tickets are $350. Sponsorships start at $1,000 and include visibility throughout the year and during the event.

Sponsorships & Tickets


Questions: Contact Tara Nadel, Vice President of Marketing and Events at 703-879-7637 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..