MCLEAN – 2024 Raise the Region Gala
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia shattered records at its 2024 Raise the Region Gala, surpassing $100 million in lifetime grants while raising an additional $740,000 in a single evening. The Oct. 18 hybrid event drew hundreds of supporters both in-person and virtually, united in their vision for a more equitable and resilient Northern Virginia.
Antiques Roadshow star Matt Quinn brought his signature energy to the live auction, while Reston Limousine CEO Kristina Bouweiri took center stage as the recipient of the Community Leadership Award, honoring her far-reaching regional impact. Through the Foundation’s focused initiatives in social mobility, racial equity, and inclusive economic growth, the gala’s success promises to fuel transformative change across Northern Virginia’s communities.
Renée Byng Yancey, president and CEO of the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, reflects on how philanthropy has positively impacted her life.
Sumeet Shrivastava of Unissant (left) and Carolyn Howell of Events USA (right), the night’s emcees, with Community Leadership Award honoree Kristina Bouweiri (center) of Reston Limousine.
The Business Women’s Giving Circle gather for a group photo. This year marked their 10th anniversary.
Matt Quinn, of Quinn’s Auction Galleries, directs the live auction.
This article originally appeared in the April 2025 issue.
