Fun (d) Raising at WEA's 2013 Gala

The Women's Earth Alliance Gala, "From Ripple to Wave," was an unforgettable night. The event marked another rite of passage for WEA as we celebrated our 7th year; reflected on our past, shared our vision for growth, laughed and celebrated, and thanks to all of you, made a wave of support for our efforts going forward. We want you to know that we are already working hard to translate your generosity into action.

If you missed the event, catch a glimpse of the magic through the new WEA short video by Unseen Pictures that we premiered and enjoy photos of the evening.

Thank you to our special guest Rose Wamalwa for traveling to be with us from Kisumu, Kenya and sharing her incredible story. Rose spoke about her journey from being a little girl carrying water for miles on her head, to a community leader, trainer and entrepreneur with our Global Women's Water Initiative bringing clean water to thousands in her community.

At the end of her talk she said, "my daughter now looks at me and says, 'mama, I want to be like you some day." Rose is a living testament to the wave of change that women environmental leaders generate, not only throughout regions but across generations.

Thanks to our event sponsors, who helped us with our commitment to make the Gala as low-cost an event as possible. Alcohol and beverages, centerpieces, take-home gifts, the lighting and photography were 100% donated. Production expenses, food, and table settings were generously discounted. And we couldn't have done it without our dedicated volunteers!



As our Advisor Paul Hawken said so eloquently in his talk, "there is no solution to climate change unless women's leadership is at the heart of it." Grassroots women worldwide are bringing forth life-sustaining solutions to the mounting crises we all face -- we are honored to stand with them.

Thank you for being a part of our community. We invite you to consider making a gift to WEA at this time to help us continue to thrive. Here's to a wonderful and fulfilling fall season!

5 Reasons to Join us for the 2013 WEA Gala, "From Ripple to Wave"

1.    We will celebrate the world’s women who are making the ripples. You will meet Rose Wamalwa, who will be joining as a Special Guest.

2.    We will take you back to earth. We will all be nourished with a seasonal, organic dinner from Back to Earth Organic Catering.

3.    WEA will share our roots and fruits. WEA will share stories of where we’ve been and our vision for where we’re going. And we’re taking you with us, so bring your flippers!

4.    We will harmonize. We will sing our hearts out for you. And we will all groove to the world music of Dogon Lights.

5.    We will do the wave! WEA will gather our remarkable community of local and global changemakers, luminaries, and leaders together in one space. (And yes, we will have to do the wave!!)

So don’t wait any longer—dive in! Tickets sell out, so reserve your seat today!


2013 WEA Gala Host Committee
Tod Arbogast, Laura Belzer, Dondeena Bradley, Shirley Richardson Brower, Sara Ellis Conant, Kyia Downing, Stacey Frost, Claire Greensfelder, Paul Hawken, Sandra Hay, Nick Heldfond & Simmone LaCorte, Julia Butterfly Hill, Dana King, Catriona MacGregor, Joel Makower, Angela Mason, Konda Mason, Nick and Sloane Morgan, Marcy Taylor Pattinson, Ina and Fred Pockrass, Ahmed Rahim, Kavita Ramdas, Deborah Santana, Angela Sevin, Nancy Schaub, Molly Singer, Roselyne C. Swig, Pandora Thomas, Lynne and Bill Twist, Janet MacGillivray Wallace and Randall Wallace.

10K and one week to go to meet our 150K match from the 2011 Gala!

Dear Friends,

The train keeps on moving at Women's Earth Alliance, but we want to take a moment to remember the previous stop: our 5-Year Anniversary Gala, Unlocking the Future. The night was a resounding success; we raised our voices, we laughed and celebrated, no one's car got towed, and thanks to the generosity of our attendees and sponsors, we came within $10,000 of reaching our $150,000 match for 2011. We have a short period of time to complete this challenge. Please jump on the train with a contribution today, either online or by check to Women's Earth Alliance, 2150 Allston Way, Suite 460, Berkeley, CA 94704. Your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar!

Read more about the Gala, see photos and watch videos here. 

Get on Board!

Unlocking the Future, WEA's 5-Year Anniversary Gala on May 18th was a beautiful gathering of our friends and allies. We extend gratitude to those who attended and to all who have joined us over the past five years--it's been an incredible journey so far! 

Scenes from the celebration:



The WEA team opens the night with a song:




Africa Director Maame Yelbert-Obeng's opening speech:



Co-Director Melinda Kramer's speech:



Co-Director Amira Diamond shares her words:



Kavita Ramdas, former CEO of Global Fund for Women, shares her inspiring words and song:



2010 African Women and Water Participant Catherine Mwengella talks about the impact of WEA on her community:



Environmentalist, activist, and writer Paul Hawken shared inspirational words about unlocking the future by moving from 'me' to we."




Together, we continue to unlock a thriving future...and we hope you join us! For more photos and videos from the Gala, click here.

Voices of Hope

Unseen Pictures made a beautiful video for our 5-year Anniversary Gala! "WEA Voices of Hope" celebrates the Women's Earth Alliance and our global partners and allies. Together we are truly unlocking a thriving future!


WEA Voices of Hope from WEA on Vimeo.

We Are Together: WEA’s 2010 Gala

"I had to take a second and recognize your team and your admiring supporters for an amazing program last night. Not only am I sure it was successful for WEA, but I hope that you realize you inspired us all and showed us what's possible in our own endeavors...Thank you for demonstrating what it looks like to connect vision to action, and to tell an important story as well as it deserves to be told." -- WEA Supporter

On May 26th, a group of 250 Women’s Earth Alliance friends and supporters gathered in San Francisco for the 2010 Women's Earth Alliance Gala. Because we gathered, WEA was able to meet the $100,000 match pledged that evening by a generous donor. This meant $200,000 for Women’s Earth Alliance and our allies around the world. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all those who attended, celebrated, and powerfully launched WEA into its next level of effectiveness. See photos here.Our Giving Circle, the group of multi-year donors who cover 100% of WEA’s operational costs, expanded its membership by 6 generous individuals. Learn more about how you, too, can join our Giving Circle.
From the delicious organic meal by Back to Earth Organic Catering, music by globally recognized Hamsa Lila and special words by Paul Hawken and Julia Butterfly Hill, it was a night to remember. Paul Hawken closed the evening with these words: “I want to acknowledge each and every one of you tonight for being here, for having the kindness and generosity to support these extraordinary women….We are all so fortunate to be a part of something that is so grand….This is one of the most special NGOs in the world…. I want to acknowledge the true leadership that is in our midst.”



Thanks goes to so many for making this event possible. Truly, we are together!

Our Sponsors: The Wallace Global Fund, Unseen Pictures, Andrew Weeks Photography, Artisana, Back to Earth Organic Catering, Big Basin Vineyards, Benziger Winery, Earthlust, Everything AV, Farmer Jane, Greenhome.com, Guayaki, Iron Horse Vineyards, Numi Tea, Nutiva, Square One organic vodka, Peridot Events, Tcho Chocolates, Thanksgiving Coffee Company, To-Go Ware


Our Host Committee: Aimee & Eloise Christensen, Ari Derfel, Ben Schick, Carlos Magana, Catriona Glazebrook, Erica Priggen, Janet MacGillivray Wallace & Randall Wallace, Jennifer Wood, Joel Makower, Julia Butterfly Hill, Laura Belzer, Marcy Taylor, Nicholas Heldfond & Simmone LaCorte, Nick & Sloane Morgan, Paul Hawken, Roselyne C. Swig, Sandra Hay, Stacey Frost.

See more photos here.

Gala! Introducing the 2010 Host Committee

These are some of the many shoulders we stand on and minds we depend on. The following people will serve as the Host Committee for our Second Annual Weaving the Worlds Gala on May 26, 2010 and we’re thrilled to introduce you to them:

• Ari Derfel
• Aimee & Eloise Christensen
• Ben Schick
• Catriona Glazebrook
• Erica Priggen
• Janet MacGillivary & Randall Wallace
• Jennifer Wood
• Joel Makower
• Julia Butterfly Hill
• Marcy Taylor
• Nicholas Heldfond & Simmone LaCorte
• Nick & Sloane Morgan
• Paul Hawken
• Roselyne C. Swig
• Sandra Hay
• Stacey Frost

They inspire us and we are grateful for who they are and what they do.
We invite you to join us all at the May 26th Gala to celebrate the work of women environmental leaders around the world. It's going to be a great night!
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