Gala Committee

The annual Gala brings our San Jose community together for an evening of fun, philanthropy, and unforgettable experiences. Proceeds raised benefit our Rotary Foundation, enabling us to support and fund local nonprofits doing vital work in our community.

Lights, Camera, Impact was our most recent, held on March 28, 2026 at the City Hall Rotunda in downtown San Jose.

    For sponsorship opportunities in 2027, please contact one of our Gala Sponsor Chairs:

    Chelsey Souza chelsey.souza@pivotalnow.org

    Leah Schnoor leahschnoor@gmail.com

    Have an Auction item you’d like to donate?

    We are always looking for delicious local dining, unique experiences, dreamy overnights, fine wines and much more.  Please consider purchasing and donating a gift certificate from a favorite San Jose business or restaurant.  Let’s support our San Jose businesses!

    Please contact Nanci Williams nanci@livenup.org

    DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS

    Professor Dean Winslow
    From the Rio Grande to Kabul: Lessons in Caring for Children in Crisis
    Nov 4th 2026 12:15 pm
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    Veteran's Day Parade--no noon Meeting
    Nov 11th 2026 12:00 pm
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    Thanksgiving Program
    Nov 18th 2026 12:15 pm
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    No Meeting. Happy Thanksgiving!
    Nov 25th 2026 12:15 pm
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    Libby Schaaf
    Dec 2nd 2026 12:15 pm
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