Grijalva guest speaker at César Chávez breakfast
The West Valley Foundation hosts the 10th annual César Chávez Breakfast celebrating diversity in the West Valley, 7:30 a.m. March 29 at Glendale Civic Center, featuring keynote speaker U.S. Rep. Rául M. Grijalva, from Arizona’s 3rd legislative district.
The event commemorates the life and legacy of César Chávez and recognizes those who contribute to creating a diverse and inclusive community.
The breakfast will include the César Chávez Diversity Awards, presented in three categories: Diversity in Business: Mr. Joe Pompa, Owner, La Perla Café; Diversity in Education: Dr. Charles Landis, Retired Superintendent, Tolleson High School; and Diversity in Community Advocacy: Daniel Martinez, Founder and Director, Fiesta Mexicana Dance Co.
Proceeds from the event provide grants for K-12 schools and organizations promoting tolerance and diversity and scholarships to high school students pursuing a college education.
Tickets for the breakfast are $35 per person or $300 per table and may be purchased from the Glendale Chamber of Commerce. The event is open to the public.
Event sponsors include: Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Public Service, Blue Cross Blue Shield, CenturyLink, City of Avondale, City of Peoria, City of Tolleson, Glendale Community College, Southwest Ambulance, and the West Valley Resort.