Join us for an evening of in-person connection, dinner, live performances, and dancing! Funds raised will support scholarships for higher education, and create pathways to improved wellbeing, secure housing, food security, academic enrichment and achievement, and youth development, for over 3,900 underserved youth and adults in Central Los Angeles.

If you are unable to make the Gala, please consider making a contribution towards Bresee's Invest In LA's Future fundraising campaign which will end December 31st, 2024. To purchase individual tickets, a table, or make a donation to the campaign, please click the donate and tickets button.

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Thank you for your investment in Bresee and supporting the work to uplift our Central Los Angeles community.

EMCEE

Jonnie Park

Also known as Dumbfoundead, is a Korean American rapper/actor/writer from Koreatown, LA who had a recurring role on the sitcom, AWKWAFINA IS NORA FROM QUEENS. Last year, he starred as the villain in the Hulu feature QUIZ LADY, starring Sandra Oh and Awkwafina, and can also be seen in the Bill Burr produced comedy, DRUGSTORE JUNE. In addition, he was part of the Johnny Knoxville led ensemble feature, SWEET DREAMS. He recently produced and starred in the comedy feature, KPOPS! with Anderson .Paak, and was also a writer on the Emmy Award winning show, Beef on Netflix. A Bresee alumni, Dumbfoundead takes the stage to share his talents, and create a memorable evening for all.

Live Performance

JOHN TORRES

John is a songwriter and recording artist who has been making music for close to 30 years. A Los Angeles native, his work has spanned a wide range of genres from indie, folk, to opera and musical theater. John has received numerous honors including a John Lennon Songwriting Award, an L.A Stage Alliance Ovation Award, and nominations by the American Independent Music Awards. His newest accomplishment is co-writing the music to the “Bronco Billy the Musical” show that debuted in London in January 2024 and was a resounding success! Aside from his music career, John proudly serves on the Board of Directors for Bresee.

Honoree

Abigail R. Marquez
City of Los Angeles, Community Investment for Families Department

Abigail Marquez has spent twenty years working for the City of Los Angeles advancing anti-poverty programs and policies. In 2021, she was appointed by the Mayor and the City Council to serve as the General Manager of the newly created Community Investment for Families Department (CIFD). Bresee’s new ADA upgraded facility was due in large part to Abigail and CIFD’s valued support. The $1.2 million awarded to Bresee as part of federal funds allocated to annually support capital projects and the department’s social service delivery system, allows Bresee to serve low-income residents across the City with increased equity, accessibility, and mobility for all.

Honoree

Robert Sakaguchi

Born and raised in Central LA, Robert has been a steadfast supporter of the community. As the store director of our neighboring Vons, Robert has partnered with the Vons/Albertsons corporation to raise over $40,000 each Thanksgiving to support our annual Turkey Giveaway. The event has become Vons’ signature event. Impacted by our programs at Bresee, Robert extends his generosity to support Bresee all year long making him a truly valued partner in our work.

Alumni Honoree

Ana Sotomayor

Ana came to Bresee as a high school student participating in our Media Internship and College Readiness programs. As a Bresee scholarship recipient, Ana attended Princeton University, graduating top of her class in 2022 with a 4.6 GPA, majoring in journalism and English literature. Currently residing in New York, Ana serves as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Equitable Advisors, a Fortune 500 wealth management and insurance company.

Thank you to our sponsors!

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**Please consider donations of stock this year!

Donations can be made by contacting:
Rene Lopez, Director of Operations
rlopez@bresee.org
213-387-2822 x 163

Donations by check can be mailed to:
P.F. Bresee Foundation
184 S. Bimini Place
Los Angeles, CA 90004
with the notation: Attention Development

https://www.bresee.org/

2024 Invest in LA's Future Dinner Gala & Fundraising Campaign

42 Years of Battling Poverty By Serving and Empowering Central Los Angeles