Friday, October 18, 2024
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
6:30 - 10:00 pm | 8:30 pm Hybrid Program
Honoring 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 Cornerfor 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.
Join Us! Tickets & Sponsorships Support the Auction
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.
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..