Soiree with a View to Prevent Homelessness in the Russian River Area

HOMELESSNESS IN THE RUSSIAN RIVER AREA.

Music provided by members of the IO string ensemble, including members of the SF Opera Orchestra.

Featuring the wine, beer and bubbles of the Russian River/Sonoma area

Raffle prizes include vacation homes in Guerneville, Russian River wines like sought after Rafanelli, Gary Farrell, premier group wine tastings, 4 tickets to the Cal/Stanford game, among other exciting offerings! Talk to the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence at the soiree for tickets.  (raffle winner announcements around 7:15ish pm)

Higher level ticket price provides a tasting of limited production wines by cult Pinot Noir producer Williams Selyem, the first California Pinot Noir to receive a 100 pt score from a major publication along with one of several gifts of your choice to take home.

Roundtrip luxury bus ride available from Guerneville and Larkspur Ferry Terminal for only $40 for first 40 who sign up for it.  See below under FAQs for more information and contact.

Due to security at Salesforce East, please bring governement issued ID for admission.  Ticket sales will end on October 28, 2019 as attendee list must be submitted 3 days before the event to Salesforce Event Managers. No day-of sales. This is a NO CASH event but our volunteers with be able to use Square for any onsite donations.

The Russian River Alliance, an all volunteer organization, prevents homelessness in the well-loved vacation land of the Russian River in Sonoma, a favorite vacation destination of San Franciscans since the 1880’s! Businesses and activities employ seasonal workers who benefit greatly from tourism in the high seasons and can really suffer in the slow seasons. Sonoma County actually has one of the highest rates of homelessness in THE NATION due to its high cost of living and its reliance on tourism and agriculture.  It’s much more effective to PREVENT homelessness! The RRA is there to help in times of need and were true boots on the ground after February’s disastrous flood from which many locals are still recovering with several still out of their own homes. So let’s rally support for this long-time loved area and its people!
 Some of the Russian River Alliance's successes:

In less than 2 years, 23 local working households, 33 adults, 17 kids and one unborn baby have received help with emergency rent or utilities with only $30,000! Very efficient!

$14k worth of Safeway gift cards have been distributed since the flood.

Five working families, some with infants and toddlers, one with a disabled elderly mother, who would otherwise be living in their cars have been placed in temporary hotel housing.

Can't attend, but still want to support? Please donate any amount and select the WORKFORCE FUND at http://www.russianriveralliance.org/Donate.html

FAQs 
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? This event is for 21 and older. All attendees must show government issued ID for entrance.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
At the corner of Mission and Fremont Streets, Salesforce East is near BART, MUNI and many bus lines.  For lots nearby, try https://www.parkme.com/map
Roundtrip luxury bus ride is available from Guerneville and Larkspur Ferry Terminal for only $40 for first 40 who sign up for it.

2 Pick ups with drop offs at same locations:
Guerneville Safeway parking lot, 16405 Main Street, Guerneville 3:00 pm
Larkspur Ferry Terminal, 101 E Sir Francis Blvd, Larkspur 4:15 pm
Questions about bus ride? Contact Jeniffer at realestatenocal@yahoo.com to make sure you're on the list for riders! Limit is 40 so confirm before Oct 28th with Jeniffer that your name shows up on the list.

 What's the refund policy?  Attendees can receive refunds up to 7 days before your event start date. 
 How can I contact the organizer with any questions?  Email Claire at 1295clarable@gmail.com

Thank you to our Sponsors:
Claire Mills and Tom Kenny
River Raft Crew: Tony Liang and Jennifer Cheng, Joann & Craig Heberer, and Dani Park
Drs Hall and Szeto Optometry
Mike Reinardy & Michelle Frost
Mark Adams & Mike Robertson

And our In-Kind Supporters:
                                                  

                            Russian River Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence

Additional supporters:
Susie Cakes
Ace Wasabi, Rock n Roll Sushi
boon eat + drink
Cape Fear Café
Brot
Drone Pilot: Steve LaBranche