Sustainable Works is holding its inaugural fundraiser on Thursday, October 16, 2008 in Santa Monica, CA.

Plans for the evening include local, organic food, DJs and dancing, an eco-cool silent auction and raffle items. The following three local citizens will be honored with the inaugural Eco Star award. This year’s Eco Star Award honorees are:

Dean Kubani: Director, Office of Sustainability and the Environment, City of Santa Monica

Genevieve Bertone: former Executive Director of Sustainable Works and the new Sustainability Project Manager at Santa Monica College

Luis Suarez: a Santa Monica College student who has played a pivotal role in sustainable college campus initiatives for the past two year.

What Does Sustainable Works Do?

Sustainable Works is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan environmental education organization that is a project of Community Partners. They are funded by the City of Santa Monica’s Sustainable City Plan, program participants, grants and donations, and from in-kind services from Santa Monica College. The Sustainable Works mission is to foster a culture of sustainability in cities, colleges, and businesses.

Their purpose is to manifest the concepts of sustainability and the actions associated with living a sustainable lifestyle into the daily activities of individuals, institutions and businesses. This is accomplished by providing hands-on, interactive, educational experiences, serving as a liaison between governments, institutions, businesses and individuals and fostering community development. Knowledge is turned into actions that improve quality of life by promoting sustainable practices in the urban environment. The goal of the organization is to ensure a just society, a clean and healthy environment and a vibrant economy for present and future generations.

Additional Information About the Event:

Where is it Being Held?

Bergamot Station Arts Center: Writers Boot Camp
2525 Michigan Avenue, Building I
Santa Monica, California 90404

What Time?
Thursday, October 16th from 6:00PM-11:00PM

How Much Does it Cost?
$75 ticket. Purchase includes a Sustainable Works Annual Membership.

Why Should I Contribute?
The membership donation to this event supports the Sustainable Works residential, business and student greening programs. These programs have helped thousands of people and businesses to reduce their impact on the environment by incorporating sustainable behaviors into their everyday lives and operations. In December of 2008, Sustainable Works plans to launch additional member benefits such as the Sustainable Works Discount Network, events, and increased programs that help protect the environment.

What’s the Plan?
Beer/Wine Bar
Eco-Auction starting at 6:00pm
Followed by Organic, Local Cuisine (with vegetarian and vegan options) & Awards ceremony
with KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez, Scott Harrigan and special guest DJs to dance the night away!

What Do I Get?
Good karma, good food and good company all for a good cause!
AND the first 100 guests receive Sustainable Works canvas bag with gifts

What Should I Wear?
California Casual Attire

How Do I Purchase Tickets?
By Check: Mail to Sustainable Works 1744 Pearl Street, Santa Monica 90405
By Credit Card: click here to get to the Sustainable Works online secure ticket purchasing.
RSVP is requested by purchasing your tickets in advance.

All tickets will be held at the door.

Sustainable Works is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan organization.
Your contribution is tax deductible to the extent provided by law.

Got Questions?
Contact sustainableworks@smc.edu or call (310) 458-8716, ext. 1