Embracing Our Differences’ Annual Luncheon Raises More Than $300,000 to Support Arts Education and Community Engagement

The Giving Coast

Embracing Our Differences (EOD) hosted its annual fundraising luncheon on February 21 at The Ora, bringing together 600 supporters for an inspiring event that celebrated the power of the arts to promote community engagement, respect, and meaningful dialogue. The event surpassed its $300,000 fundraising goal, propelled by a pivotal $100,000 contribution from philanthropists Eliza and Hugh Culverhouse, which helped kickstart the campaign.

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