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FREE Rooted To Rise: Uplifting Young Minds Through Art & Education Auction Party Fundraiser
Rooted to Rise: Uplifting Young Minds Through Art and Education
Presented by the Muindi Foundation
Event Schedule
Phase 1 – Open House Gallery (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Gallery-style art viewing
Guests can browse, scan items, and place bids
Casual drop-in atmosphere
Phase 2 – Auction Party (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Lively music, champagne, wine, and food
Guests check out, pay, and take items home (items will be wrapped on-site)
About the Muindi Foundation LearnNow Programs (proceeds from the event benefit LearnNow)
The Muindi Foundation is dedicated to transforming lives by walking alongside low-income, underserved children from elementary school through high school graduation and beyond, including support for college.
Focus: Empower children to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
LearnNow Programs Include:
Homework Club:
After-school program (Mon–Thurs, 3:00–5:30 PM)
Helps students stay on track and reach grade level
Academic Summer Camp:
Six-week program (Mon–Thurs, 8:30 AM–2:45 PM, mid-June through July)
Small group tutoring in language arts, grammar, writing, reading comprehension, and math
Creative and enrichment activities, including art and social-emotional learning
Tutoring & Mentorship:
· Individualized packets based on assessments and report cards
· Builds academic skills, confidence, and enjoyment of learning
· Nurturing mentorship relationships for growth and resilience
Social-Emotional Learning:
Encourages self-awareness, motivation, interpersonal skills, and confidence
Eligibility:
Students must be:
From low-income households (per California Multifamily Housing Program income limits)
At least one year behind in language arts or mathematics
Enrolled in elementary school at the time of entry
Families with children not at grade level are given priority
Why This Matters
The LearnNow programs are a lifeline for low-income families in San Jose.
Every child receives academic support, mentorship, and a holistic learning environment at no cost to their families.
By funding these programs, we help change the trajectory of children’s lives through education, guiding them from early learning to higher education.
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3292311-1
