Don’t miss the 6th Anniversary East County Rising Gala! This event is not just a celebration, but also a chance for us to come together as a community, honor the incredible work we’ve done, and look ahead to the future. Luz Reyna is our MC with Eddy Morales, Earl Blumenauer and Esperanza K. Tervalon as guest speakers.

Gala Details

Date: Thursday, September 5th, 2024
Location: Migration Brewing Gresham, 18188 NE Wilkes Rd (181st exit off I-84)
Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Program Starts: 6:00 PM
Tickets: $25 – available at eastcountyrising.org

Now’s the time to get your ticket! RSVP here (and if you can’t join us, we’d welcome your donation to our PAC).

Invite friends and neighbors – This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce others to the work we do and to enjoy a fun, relaxing evening together.

\This gala is our opportunity to say farewell to Congressman Earl Blumenauer, a longtime supporter of our efforts, and to meet the new wave of candidates who are stepping up to lead our community. It’s going to be a night filled with inspiration, connection, and celebration of our grassroots victories.

As always, your support is what makes everything we do possible. Together, we’ve endorsed 79 candidates, with 68 winning their elections, and passed over a dozen ballot measures, including the historic Gresham Safety Levy.This gala is a celebration of all we’ve accomplished together and a look forward to the work still ahead.

Please help us fill the room and make this event a true reflection of the strong, vibrant community we’ve built together. Whether it’s buying a ticket, bringing along a friend, or spreading the word, every little bit helps.

– Rev. Joseph Santos-Lyons, East County Rising Board Officer