Creating a Climate of Compassion: CAA's Annual Banquet

Join us for a delicious meal, compassionate community, and fun! You'll learn about how we create change for Minnesota's farmed animals, people, and climate. There will also be the opportunity to support our work through fundraising games, gifts, and our auction. This year’s semi-formal banquet will be at CSPS Hall (383 W Michigan St, St Paul 55102). Tickets are $75 for general admission, $100 for VIP, and $45 for volunteers and staff. Volunteering Check out volunteer opportunities at https://signup.com/go/dnuGTzM . They include cooking prior to the event and working that day. You will be sent a volunteer discount code after signing up. Auction The auction will open to public bidding on February 21. It features a wide range of items including farm sanctuary tours and stays, gift cards to vegan restaurants, jewelry, household items, fitness gift certificates, and more. [link coming soon] What to Expect The reception, which starts at 5:30, features hors d’oeuvres, a wine ring toss, cakewalks, drinks, a cash bar, and bidding on auction items. At 6:30, the online auction will close, and dinner begins. Tongue and Cheek is creating a unique vegan and gluten-free meal not available on their regular menu. During dinner, CAA volunteers and staff will share inspiring stories about our work for animals and our community. Winning bidders can pick up auction items at the end of the banquet. Items can also be shipped for a small fee. Since 1998, CAA has spared the lives of over 1 million animals. Through dedicated efforts of volunteers and staff, plant-based options have been added to school and restaurant menus, thousands have pledged to eat vegetarian or vegan, and the annual Twin Cities Veg Fest has inspired thousands to choose, and keep choosing, plant-based foods. Transportation and Accessibility CSPS Hall is ADA accessible. It can be reached by public transit. Check the Metro Transit website for more details. Parking is available on neighborhood streets surrounding the venue.