We’re thrilled to invite our guests to first access for our 2025 Annual Charity Auction. This year’s celebration will take place on Sunday, October 26 at 6:00PM in a private NYC location — and promises to be our most exclusive yet.

We’re proud to announce Roederer as our first official sponsor for this year’s auction. A longtime supporter of The Roots Fund, Roederer’s continued partnership underscores the power of shared values — and sets the stage for an unforgettable evening of generosity and celebration.

We've got the best chefs curating a dining experience like no other. Chef Livio Velardo of The Crown Club, Michelin-starred Chef Charlie Mitchell, Chef Danny Garcia of Kent Hospitailty Group, and Chef Demtrius Brown of Bread & Butterfly in Atlanta. Expect a feast of the senses, accompanied by a stellar service team.

Expect an unforgettable evening with incredible wines and the producers behind them —to include: Maya Dalla Valle, Domaine Roulot, Manu Venturi, Jean Marc Sélèque, Edouard Vocoret, Château Lafleur, Anne Morey, Eva Fricke, Frederic Savart, Champagne Chartogne Taillet, and more. — all in attendance to celebrate with us! This year, we’ll be taking you on a journey around the globe with live auction lots featuring once-in-a-lifetime experiences from Italy, Ireland, France, and beyond!

Tables and tickets are now available for purchase. Join us for an evening of fine wine & spirits, powerful stories, and lasting impact.

*Cocktail attire is required.

If you can't make it, be sure to donate to support our scholars.

About us: The Roots Fund empowers underrepresented communities within the wine and spirits industry to build successful careers through financial support, education, mentorship, and career development, fostering long-term success in all aspects of the beverage industry.

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