Shining Our Light
Faith & Community Empowerment Presents
Celebrating A Quarter Century of Faith, Unity, & Impact
25th Anniversary Celebration
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating 25 years of advancing opportunity, expanding homeownership, and uplifting underserved communities
Black-Tie (Optional)
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
St. Sophia Cathedral
5:30PM VIP || 6:00PM General
About the Gala
An Unforgettable Evening 25 Years in the Making
This milestone event honors a legacy of advancing economic opportunity, expanding access to homeownership, and uplifting underserved communities through education and advocacy. Over the past quarter century, FACE has helped thousands of individuals and families build brighter futures.
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Guests will enjoy an elegant night of dinner, inspiring stories, and special recognitions of the partners, leaders, and community members who have made this work possible. The program will highlight transformative achievements, share powerful testimonials, and unveil our vision for the future.
"Whether you've been part of our journey from the beginning or are newly connected to our mission, we invite you to celebrate this incredible milestone with us."
A Legacy of Service
A Legacy of Service
25 Years of Impact
From faith communities to the halls of government, FACE has built bridges, opened doors, and created lasting change across Los Angeles and beyond.
1500+
Community Partners
From the White House to Fortune500 companies
5,000+
Faith Leaders Coached
Trained on community development
$4.5M
Downpayment Assistance
For families & individuals
17,000+
Connected to Homeownership
Families & individuals on their way home
$9.2M
Mortgages Saved
From foreclosure
600+
Youth Supported
Access to paid internships & job training
100,000+
Lives Impacted
Through advocacy, education, housing, and economic opportunity
25 Years
AAPI Advocacy
Promoting allyship across communities
Mark Your Calendars
Event Details
Date & Schedule
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
5:30PM
VIP Reception
Exclusive reception for VIP guests & sponsors
6:00PM
General Reception
Doors open for all guests
Venue
St Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Huffington Center
1324 Normandie Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
6:30PM
Dinner & Program
Seated dinner, awards, & inspiring program
Honorary Committee
The Honorary Committee brings together distinguished elected officials and civic leaders who lend their support to FACE’s 25th Anniversary Gala. Their participation honors FACE’s 25-year legacy of advancing opportunity, strengthening communities, and creating lasting impact.
Congresswoman Judy Chu
CA District 28
Congressman Ted Lieu
CA District 36
Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove
CA District 37
Dr. Jeff Kim
Irvine Board of Education
Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez
CA Assembly
Partnership Opportunities
Sponsorship Packages
Illuminate the path forward alongside FACE. Each sponsorship level is named after the light that guides our mission — choose the level that matches your commitment to community impact.
Program Booklet
Advertisement Opportunities
Reach everyone in the room with a placement in the official FACE 25th Anniversary Gala Program Booklet.
Upon purchase, please submit your advertisement no later than September 25, 2026
Partnership Opportunities
Vendor Packages
Showcase your organization at FACE's 25th Anniversary Gala and connect with community leaders, corporate partners, and supporters from across the region. Vendor participation offers a unique opportunity to increase your visibility while supporting a celebration of 25 years of faith, unity, and impact.
Connecting Community
FACE Partners
Over the past 25 years, FACE has had the privilege of partnering with organizations that share our commitment to advancing opportunity and strengthening communities. Their generosity, collaboration, and trust have helped make this work possible since 2001.
We are honored to recognize some of these partners here, with deep gratitude to all who have been part of FACE’s journey
Banks & Financial Institutions
Bank of Hope
First Citizens Bank
Guild Mortgage
Hanmi Bank
JP Morgan Chase
U.S Bank
Wells Fargo
Government
Officials​
Civic Partners
City of Los Angeles
County of Los Angeles
County Officials
Legislative Allies
State & Local Leaders
White House
Community Organizations
AAPI Alliances
Community Anchors
Faith Coalitions
Housing Networks
Neighborhood Groups
The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles
Media
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ABC7
Broadcast Affiliates
Community Press
Ethnic Media
Urban Business Journal
RESAAS Commercial