2023 Red & White Ball: 

A Community Picnic Benefiting Students and Public Schools!

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Tickets will be available at the door!

The evening of Saturday, August 26th, we're transforming the Sonoma Plaza into a hub of celebration. Families, neighbors, and community members will unite to show our love for Sonoma Valley's public schools. Get inspired by the hard work and dedication that go into creating exceptional educational experiences in Sonoma Valley.

Proceeds from the event will create our Classroom Grants fund for the school year, allowing teachers and staff to receive up to $1,000 to help cover the costs of supplies, field trips, and other classroom needs.  Grab your friends and family, and get ready for an evening of fun, inspiration, and community spirit! The evening will include:

5-7:30pm

• School showcases and student performances: Be prepared to be amazed as talented students from our local schools showcase their incredible skills and talents.
• Community picnic: Enjoy a picnic on the Sonoma Plaza! We've got a lineup of awesome food trucks on-site, or you can bring your own spread.
• Wine & beer: Beverages will be provided by our generous partners: Benziger Family Winery, Abbot's Passage, Gundlach Bundschu, Highway 12 Winery, Buena Vista Winery, Viansa, and Sonoma Springs Brewing Company. First pour free with General Admission; additional glasses available for purchase.

7:30-8pm

• Learn how to get involved: Our inspiring MC Nikko Kimzin and our Executive Director Angela Ryan, will share exciting ways for you to continue supporting our public school community.

8-10pm

• Dance party! LA GENTE SF will take to the stage and bring their unique fusion of World Music, Cumbia, Reggae, Salsa, Hip-Hop, and Reggaeton. Get ready to dance the night away to their infectious, high-energy beats.

General admission tickets are $40 and include a reusable wine tumbler and a complimentary glass of wine for those 21 and above. Community tickets are just $10 and help cover event costs. Kids? They're welcome to join us for free!

Get Involved

One of the most powerful ways of raising funds that go to our schools is to share your passion for public education and to let your friends & family know how they can support YOU in raising money. This is called peer to peer fundraising and we would be honored if you helped us reach our goals!  Learn more about peer to peer fundraising by visiting this link.  

Want to learn more about the event?  Read the FAQs here.

Let's show our support and appreciation for our students and educators. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening!

About Sonoma Valley Education Foundation

The Sonoma Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) was established in 1993 and has since provided over 20 million dollars to Sonoma Valley public schools through grants to teachers and administration, sponsored community initiatives, and meaningful programming such as Summer Literacy Academy, Preschool For All, and more. As Sonoma Valley Unified School District's primary fundraising and volunteer resource, SVEF strives to enrich the student experience and help Valley youth succeed in the classroom and beyond. For more information, please visit https://www.svgreatschools.org.