On April 4th, Compassionate Action for Animals celebrated another year of advocating for animals at our 9th 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 volunteer Jeff Johnson recapped last year's accomplishments and gave a preview of what's to come. Dave Rolsky announced our Twin Cities Veg Fest fundraising campaign. We'd like to thank those businesses and individuals who donated to the event:

• Betsy Born
• Boneshaker Books
• Florence Brammer
• Corepower Yoga
• Evergreen Chinese Restaurant
• Galactic Pizza
• Ali Glad
• Shannon Kimball
• Dan Leanio
• Phil Martens/501Fit
• Cali Mastny
• Bryant Lake Bowl
• EG Nelson
• New French Bakery
• Penn Cycle
• Savithry Nambudiripad
• Karl Noyes
• Pangea Vegan Store
• Peace Coffee
• Jared Rolsky
• Jawaahir Dance Company
• Joan Rolsky
• Joel Schneider
• Lagoon Movie Theater
• Seward Co-op
• Suzy Sorensen
• Tease Salon
• John Thompson
• Grace Van Susteren
• Vegan Essentials
• Wedge Community Co-op

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.