Growing Justice Gala
April 26, 2026 @ 5:00PM — 8:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Virginia Theological Seminary, Coffield Refectory Room: 3737 Seminary Rd Alexandria, VA 22304 Get Directions
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Join us at our annual statewide fundraiser!
The Growing Justice Gala will be an unforgettable evening dedicated to nourishing the seeds of our interfaith justice work and strengthening our movement in Virginia. Whether you join us in person or support from afar, your engagement and dedication are deeply appreciated. We invite you to join us by registering to attend either in-person or livestream, make a tax-deductible donation or become a gala sponsor in support of the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy's vital work. Together, we can build greater economic, social, and racial justice for Virginia.
Full Evening Itinerary
2026 community leaders award honoree is Rev. Dr. Anthony Fludd. Former Board chair of the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
Reception at 5pm
Music by Dulcetones
Welcome
Virginia Theological Seminary
Kelly Bayer Derrick
Board Chair, Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
Full Seated Dinner is Served at 6pm
2026 Community Leadership Award Recipient at 7pm
Rev. Dr. Anthony Fludd
Former Board Chair, Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
Growing Justice - Video Compilation
Amanda Roberson
VICPP Staff & Former Intern
Proud to Give
LaKeisha Cook
Executive Director, Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
Gala Co-Chairs
Cynthia Bullard-Perez
Board of Directors, Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
Anne Murphy
Chapter Lead, NoVa Chapter at Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
Kay Frances Dolan
Chapter Lead, NoVa Chapter at Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
Jamie Conrad
Chapter Lead, NoVa Chapter at Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
Sponsorship
To become a Growing Justice Gala sponsor, please review our Sponsorship tiers by clicking the green "Sponsorship" button to the right-hand-side of this screen. It is located underneath the "Donate" button.
If you would like to share a PDF version of our sponsorship details, please use this link: Sponsorship Packet.
Seed, Growth, and Harvest sponsors may access their complimentary tickets by registering their guests using the general admissions ticket option and providing guest information and promocode as prompted.
We are also happy to create customized sponsorship opportunities and would love to connect with you to explore options. Thank you for supporting our mission!
Offline/Check Ticket Purchase, Donations, and Sponsorship
We understand that some supporters prefer to pay by cash or check. While online payment is our preferred method, we gladly accept offline contributions:
- Ticket purchases & sponsorships – Please mail cash or a check (made payable to the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy (VICCP) with a line stating Growing Justice Gala) to the address below before the event date.
- Donations – Cash or checks can be handed in at the gala itself and will also be accepted for one week after the event. Donations made after one week of the event stating Growing Justice Gala will be marked as "General Donations."
Mail‑in address
Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
1716 East Franklin St.
Richmond, VA 23223
How to ensure your payment is processed quickly
- Memo – Write a clear memo on the check (or include a note with the cash) indicating the purpose, e.g., “General Admission Ticket,” “Group Ticket Bundle #3,” “Harvest Sponsorship – Growing Justice Gala,” or “Donation – Growing Justice Gala.”
- Email Confirmation – After mailing your payment, please email our event manager at development@virginiainterfaithcenter.org with the information below. This lets us match your contribution to your registration and any accommodation needs.
Information to include in your email
- Full name – Provide the name of the person registering and any guests whose tickets, donation, or sponsorship you’re handling.
- Phone number(s)
- Email address(es)
- Payment purpose – Specify the ticket type, sponsorship tier, or donation amount.
- Accessibility needs – Indicate whether you (and your guests) need accessible parking and/or ramp/step‑free access, and provide details such as vehicle size or any additional assistance required.
- Other accessibility issues or comments
- Food allergies & dietary restrictions (check all that apply for you and your guests):
- Vegetarian
- Pescetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten‑Free
- Lactose‑Free
- Kosher
- Halal
- Other (please specify)
Questions? Email our event manager at development@viriginiainterfaithcenter.org.
A big thank you to our sponsors!
Growth Sponsor
Anonymous Donor/Sponsor
Seed Sponsor
