2024 Raise the Region Gala

Friday, October 18, 2024

LET'S SHOW THE WORLD!

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Thanks for Joining Us!

The 2024 Raise the Region Gala was a resounding success, with hundreds of guests joining us both in-person and online, helping to raise more than $730,000 to address the changing needs of the Northern Virginia region. It was a celebration of the strength of our region to come together and the power of philanthropy to make Northern Virginia stronger.

Congratulations to Kristina Bouweiri, President and CEO of Reston Limousine, recipient of the 2024 Community Leadership Award. Enjoy the tribute video, above, a testament to Kristina’s impact and leadership throughout the region, and a video, below, highlighting the work and impact of the Community Foundation as a broad-based funder across the region.

During the excitement of the evening’s festivities, the Community Foundation announced a milestone marker - over $100 million in funding awarded to nonprofit organizations since our inception in 1978. Whether you are a donor, professional advisor, government leader, entrepreneur, nonprofit organization, we all have a part to play in strengthening our local communities. THANK YOU!

Thank you for helping to build a community that works for everyone. 
VIEW THE GALA PROGRAM     Event Photos - PW: 4631     PHOTO BOOTH - PW: 59568

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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

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2024 Raise the Region Gala Sponsors

 

Challenge Sponsor

K. Paul Singh and the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia's Board of Directors

Community Leadership Sponsors

Claude Moore Charitable Foundation
John and Nina Troups Charitable Fund

Auction Sponsor

Truist Wealth

Program Sponsor

Reston Limousine, Kristina Bouweiri

Community Resilience Sponsors

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

Centerpiece Sponsor

Monument Wealth Management

Photo Engagement Sponsor

Washington Gas

Sweet Send-off Sponsor

Georgetown Cupcakes

Media Partner

InsideNova

Print Partner

Grassroot Communication

Video Partner

Striking Media

Wine Partner

Walsh Family Wines

Community Empowerment Sponsors

Avison Young
Bank of America
BCT - The Community's Bank
Lou and Wendy Brown
Credence Management Solutions LLC
Inova
Robert and Pamela Kipps
Paul and Julia Leslie
Helaine Weissman / PBMares, LLP and Mike Benoudiz

Community Impact Sponsors

Capitol Financial Consultants / Josh Stillman
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cherry Bekaert
Frances Craig
Dominion Energy
Eileen Ellsworth and Cathy Lange
Employment Enterprises, Inc.
George Mason University's Costello College of Business
Goldman Sachs
Loren and Birgit Hershey
Hilton Global Foundation
Holland & Knight
Immigrant Businesswomen Circle
Cheryl Janey and Michael Calhoun
KippsDeSanto & Co.
KiwiTech / Anita Gupta
Mason Investment Advisory Services
NOVA Parks
Odin, Feldman & Pittleman P.C.
Meera and Shankar Pillai
Telos
UVA Health

 

Community Giving Sponsors

BrandMirror
Fairfax County Economic Development Authority
George Mason University Foundation
Insurance Office of America, Inc
Interstate Relocation Services
Jason Howell Company
KME.digital
Linder Global Events
Amy Wells Mackay
Micron
Modera Wealth Management, LLC
NOVA Foundation

Additional Support Provided By

The 123 Club
The Blackthorn Foundation
David and Amy Bosserman Charitable Fund
DBI, GF Architects
Robert Eisiminger
Fredrick D. and Karen G. Schaufeld Family Foundation
JFH Strategies
Larry and Eileen Kugler
McCandlish Lillard
The Reynolds Family Charitable Fund
Ann Summerson
Jim and Elaine Tholen
Washington Workplace
William Glenn Yarborough, Jr.

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