2025 First Annual
Sandhills Guardian Foundation Gala-style Holiday Event
with guest speaker Peter Mutabazi
When? Friday, December 19, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Where? at a Private home in Pinehurst, NC, address available upon ticket purchase
Who? Open to the public!
What? Enjoy an elegant evening featuring hors d'oeuvres, a curated silent auction, live music and a powerful keynote from guest speaker Peter Mutabazi— see below for more details.
Why? To support our mission of providing more than just the basics for children in foster care across the Sandhills. Your presence helps fund essential programs that deliver dignity, confidence, and opportunity to local kids who need it most.
*dress is semi-formal or formal wear
Ticket prices:
$85- one ticket
$150- two tickets
$300- silver sponsor- 4 tickets, name on program and on web
$600- gold sponsor- 8 tickets, name on program, recognition at event and on web
Our Guest Speaker
Peter Mutabazi is a nationally recognized child advocate, author, and speaker known for his inspiring story as a foster and adoptive father and for founding the “Now I Am Known” initiative, which champions belonging and hope for vulnerable children. Through his work, Mr. Mutabazi equips families and communities to show up for kids with consistency, compassion, and practical support. His keynote blends lived experience, humor, and heart—leaving audiences moved, motivated, and ready to make a difference.
http://nowiamknown.org
http://www.petermutabazi.com
