A Farmworker Journey

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The Journey of a Farmworker

at Marechal Vineyards
1835 N Zediker Ave, Sanger, CA
Friday, May 31, 2024
5:30 PM to 7:30PM

Beer, Wine & Light Appetizers Will be Provided

Proteus will be hosting the first annual Spring fundraiser on May 31st, titled The Journey of a Farmworker. The event will be at Marechal Vineyards in Sanger and starts at 5:30 pm. Proceeds for this event will go towards our Community Emergency Fund, a crucial resource dedicated to supporting farmworkers and other community members facing unexpected hardships that fall outside the scope of existing programs. Proceeds will also go towards Farmworker Appreciation Day and Cosecha a Su Mesa, which are two events in the Fall that provide free lunches to Farmworkers and Thanksgiving meals to needy families. If you are interested in attending, Register on the Eventbright link below to purchase your tickets. There will be beer, wine and light appetizers provided.

Guest Speaker

Jose Eduardo Chavez

Jose Eduardo Chavez Photo Jose Eduardo Chavez is a Mixtec Indigenous, Immigrant, farm worker from Oaxaca, Mexico, raised in Madera, California. He has built an extensive career in community outreach, program management, and intercultural communication. Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Spanish Language & Culture from Fresno Pacific University, Chavez is currently a Regional Program Manager at Richard Heath & Associates, Inc., and serves as a Planning Commissioner for the City of Madera and a Board Member at The San Joaquin River Conservancy. His work extends internationally with community development projects in Guatemala, studies in Colombia, and advocacy at the US-Mexican border. Chavez is also the co-founder of Comité Guelaguetza Madera, promoting the upliftment of Mexican indigenous communities in the Central Valley. His efforts focus on enhancing access to education, healthcare, and workers' rights, aiming to improve living conditions and ensure equitable representation for diverse communities. 

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE All sponsorship levels include signage at the event, recognition on Proteus social media & website. WINE BOTTLE - $3,500 Company logo on wine bottles provided by Proteus 15 attendees WINE CHARM - $2,000 Company logo on all wine charm/tags 10 attendees CHARCUTERIE - $1,500 Company logo and signage on charcuterie boards 5 attendees Sponsorships on Eventbrite Download the Flyer
$50 per person
Questions? Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Sponsorship Available

All sponsorship levels include signage at the event, recognition on Proteus social media & website. 

WINE BOTTLE
$3,500 Company logo on wine bottles provided by Proteus 15 attendees

WINE CHARM
$2,000 Company logo on all wine charm/tags 10 attendees 

CHARCUTERIE
$1,500 Company logo and signage on charcuterie boards 5 attendees Sponsorships on Eventbrite Download the Flyer

$50 per person
Questions? Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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