The Mayday Fundraiser Luncheon is back, alongside the 2nd annual Stanley Garcia Community Service Awards!
On May 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Laney College Bistro, we’ll honor local changemakers—and you can help choose them! Let’s come together to uplift our community!
We are proud to continue shining a light on those making a real difference in Oakland.
And this year, we want you to help us choose who we honor.
Our 2026 nominees include:
League of Women Voters Oakland
Empowering voters and strengthening civic engagement across Oakland.
Through a four-week Democracy Training Camp hosted at EOBA, participants build the knowledge and confidence to become informed, registered voters who understand their rights and role in shaping their community especially at a time when voter disenfranchisement remains a critical issue.
K&K Empathway Design
Creating pathways to meaningful employment through inclusive workforce solutions.
K&K Empathway Design partners with organizations and communities to design inclusive workforce solutions that connect more people to sustainable, meaningful employment. Their work supports both emerging talent and nonprofits like EOBA by strengthening capacity while creating real, paid work experience.
Lao Family Community Development
Providing critical support and services to immigrant and underserved families.
Lao Family Community Development plays a vital role in helping families navigate employment, housing, and essential services in an increasingly complex environment. Their work has supported countless families in Oakland, including those connected to EOBA, creating stability and opportunity across generations.
Then, join us as we celebrate at our
Mayday Fundraiser Luncheon & Stanley Garcia Community Service Awards.
Tickets will be available soon!
This is more than a luncheon.
It’s a chance to honor a legacy, uplift our community, and stand alongside others who believe in creating real opportunities for the next generation.
Your voice matters in who we recognize.
Your presence matters in what we build next.
We hope you’ll be part of both.