Winter Fundraiser 2025

Join us for TEL HI's 5th Annual Winter Fundraiser
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 4:30 to 8:30 PM in TEL HI's Gym

The evening will celebrate the incredible San Francisco Unified School District teachers and their dedication to the children in our community!

TEL HI's Board of Directors invites you to join us on Saturday, October 25, 2025, for our Winter Fundraiser, an evening honoring the incredible San Francisco Unified School District teachers and their dedication to the children in our community. The evening will feature a delicious paella dinner, local beer from SF Brewing Co., wine, live entertainment, exciting raffle prizes, and the joy of gathering with friends and neighbors. Joe Vazquez, Emmy-winning news reporter, will emcee the evening.

Event Chairs

• Ken Lee, Lifelong educator and retired SFUSD Principal/Teacher

• Judy Giampaoli, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, school consultant, and retired SFUSD Principal/Educator

Enjoy an inspiring evening featuring:

• Special Guest Speaker: District 3 Supervisor Danny Sauter
• Honoring Our Teachers: Celebrating three SFUSD teachers nominated by TEL HI youth who inspire our students each day
• Cocktail Hour: Hosted reception beginning at 4:30 pm in the Tina Keker Playground
• Dinner: Freshly prepared  paella served with garden salad and Boudin Bakery rolls and cookies, plus unlimited local beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages
• Entertainment: A live performance by the St. Augustine Children's Choir and exciting raffle prizes

Tickets - Sold Out!

All proceeds from the event will support TEL HI's vital programs for children, including our Outdoor Education Garden Program, our STEM Program, Early Childhood Education program, and Thanksgiving meals for seniors and aging adults.

Attending the event? Here is some useful information:

Event Attire  
Business Casual/Smart Casual 
Please dress warmly as the cocktail hour will be outside, weather permitting 

Parking & Transportation 
• 2-hour street parking (non-metered) in the area 
• Parking garages within walking distance 
• Ride Share (Uber, Lyft, Etc) is encouraged 

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