Amistad to honor community humanitarians at annual fundraiser
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM)—Amistad will honor community humanitarians at its annual Lucy G. Humanitarian Awards on Friday to raise funds for those in need.
This year, and in partnership with Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., Circle K, and El Paso Electric, Amistad will host a nautical-themed fundraiser at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 9, at the Starlight Event Center, 6650 Continental Dr.
Amistad said this event, which it's named after the agency's founder, celebrates 2025 honorees and raises awareness for vulnerable populations.
'The theme is to honor leaders who anchor our mission and help steer us toward a better future,' Andrea Ramirez, CEO of Amistad, said. 'Our 2025 honorees are individuals who we believe are navigators of hope and light.'
The 2025 honorees include the following, according to Amistad:
Judge Patrick Bramblett
U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas
Retired County Commissioner Carlos Leon
County Judge Ricardo Samaniego
Community Advocate Wayne Thornton
'The event is a night to celebrate individuals and agencies who live Mrs. Acosta's legacy of respect, honesty, integrity, service and excellence,' read the news release by Amistad.
In addition to the award ceremony, GECU Foundation will match up to $12,000 of the proceeds made from the fundraiser to assist individuals seeking access to social services, Amistad said.
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