Common Ground Society

✨What an incredible evening ✨

Our hearts are so full after the Be the One Gala. To everyone who showed up, gave generously, and believed in this mission, thank you. We are about $1,000 short of our goal of $250,000, AMAZING!🤩

To our incredible sponsors, donors, and partners: your support makes this work possible.�
To our dedicated staff, volunteers, and unstoppable gala committee: you brought this vision to life in the most beautiful way.
�To those who shared their stories and reminded us why this matters: you moved a room and sparked something bigger than all of us.

And to this community, every single person who believes in creating a world of belonging, you are the reason we keep going.

We are building something that truly matters, a community of BELONGING for all, because of you!

Emily Selim provided beautiful photos of the evening, check them out:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1h_FdIrPKeDLnTpkoaQE5uEA6cJOhq4OS?usp=drive_link

Her gift keeps on giving as she will make a donation when anyone books with Emily and mentions this event. Thank you Emily for capturing this beautiful evening!

More to come….

If you’re not able to join us tonight, you can still be part of what we’re building.💛

Your support helps bring inclusion and belonging to thousands of students and families across our community.

Every gift matters. Every moment matters.

🔗 Donate at the link in our bio

Today is the day. Can't attend?
You can still make an impact:

Donate: https://e.givesmart.com/events/MQi/

You can also join in the excitement starting now - our auction is officially open, with incredible items from local artists, experiences, and more.

Browse and Bid: https://e.givesmart.com/events/MQi/i/

We can’t wait to celebrate with this incredible community✨

With deep gratitude to our Co-Host and Inclusion Sponsor.

Your leadership and generosity make this work possible - not just for one night, but for thousands of students and families across our community.

Because of you, inclusion and belonging grows.

Wine lovers, this one is for you🍷

Explore a curated selection of exceptional wines, including local favorites, specialty bottles, and unique collections perfect for sharing or cellaring.

Raise a glass while giving back🥂

BID NOW!

https://e.givesmart.com/events/MQi/i/

Mark Walsh is a lifelong music and sports enthusiast. This Colorado native and commercial kitchen designer has been collecting memorabilia since 1975. From early vinyl favorites like Abbey Road to attending concerts across the U.S. and Europe-including performances by Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and The Who-his passion for music runs deep. Currently, he supports emerging folk acts like the Jenner Fox Band and Eugenia Riot. When approached by Common Ground to share part of his collection, he eagerly agreed, hoping these cherished items find new homes and bring joy to fellow fans.

For our collectors and music lovers, this year’s auction includes some truly special memorabilia.

From signed albums and instruments to iconic pieces tied to music and cultural history, these items carry stories that go far beyond the stage.

Rare. Personal. Unforgettable.

Thank you again to our Community Sponsors!

We are so grateful for these partners who help grow connection and community every single day:

✨ ARS Roofing & Gutters
✨ Aya Education
✨ Canyon Rock
✨ Casey Barrett Financial
✨ Earthtone Construction
✨ Marin Center for Independent Living
✨ SafeSwimSolutions
✨ Santa Rosa Women for Good
✨ Snoopy’s Home Ice
✨ State Farm Insurance - Christine Tickner
✨ The Swain Center
✨ West Coast Diesels

Kindness creates connection.

Thank you to our Kind Sponsors:
Summit State Bank, Coast Electric Solutions, First 5 Sonoma County, EmpowerEd