On April 5, Compassionate Action for Animals celebrated another year of advocating for animals at our 8th Annual Banquet. The fundraiser raised support for our outreach, education, and community building on behalf of farmed animals.
Over eighty guests attended this year's event, which included a silent auction and reception, a four-course vegan meal, and a presentation about CAA's work.
Following the meal, CAA co-founder Dave Rolsky recapped last year's accomplishments and gave a preview of what's to come. Sarah Brammer-Shlay spoke about her volunteer experience and how working with CAA has been fulfilling for her and has helped animals.
We'd like to thank those businesses and individuals who donated to the event:
- Kat Aymeloglu
- At Sara's Table
- Betsy Born
- Corepower Yoga
- Mary Elling
- Evergreen Chinese Restaurant
- Hampden Park Co-op
- Pete Hoseth
- Ann Garlinghouse
- Robin Garwood
- Jenny Gehlhar
- Ali Glad
- Jawaahir Dance Company
- jobangles (Josie Hamlen)
- Shannon Kimball
- Laurel Street Flowers
- EG Nelson
- New French Bakery
- Savithry Nambudiripad
- Karl Noyes
- Pangea Vegan Store
- Peace Coffee
- Amanda Richardson
- Jared Rolsky
- Joan Rolsky
- Seward Co-op
- Suzy Sorensen
- Tease Salon
- John Thompson
- V-dog
- Vegan Essentials
- Wedge Community Co-op
- Whole Foods Saint Paul
- Jessica Zeglin
- Zipps Liquors
And last, but certainly not least, dozens of dedicated volunteers helped the event to progress smoothly by preparing food, setting up, serving guests, taking pictures, and cleaning. Thank you to everyone who helped to make this year's banquet a huge success!
If you weren't able to attend but would still like to support CAA, you can donate online.