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emPOWERment Grateful Gala

September 18 @ 5:00 pm
$150
Grateful Gala Event flyer

emPOWERment is hosting the Grateful Gala Event. This gathering benefits at risk youth alongside victims and survivors of human trafficking.

Schedule and Location

The evening begins at 5:00 PM on Friday, September 18, 2026. The gathering is held at the Bakersfield Country Club located at 4200 Country Club Dr. in Bakersfield California 93306.

Speakers Food and Social

Guests will have food and social time while listening to the speakers. The featured speakers include Dess Perkins who is the founder CEO and a survivor. You will also hear from Bella who is a survivor mother and an advocate.

Tickets and Sponsorships

Tickets are available to purchase now. Individual seats are 150 dollars and a couples ticket is 275 dollars. You can also reserve a full table of eight for 1200 dollars. If you would like to become a sponsor or need help with your Grateful Gala Event registration please contact Dess Perkins at 661 472 6047.

Details

  • Date: September 18
  • Time:
    5:00 pm
  • Cost: $150

Organizer

  • emPOWERment Dess Perkins Foundation

Venue