Hunger Action Los Angeles to Host 2025 Fundraising Gala on World Food Day at Guelaguetza Restaurant
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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- Hunger Action Los Angeles (HALA) is proud to announce its 2025 gala, to be held on World Food Day, Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Guelaguetza, a James Beard Award winning restaurant in Los Angeles, California. The evening will bring together advocates, supporters, and changemakers for a powerful night of community, compassion, and fundraising—all in support of HALA's mission to end hunger and promote health equity through education, outreach, and direct service.

The gala will feature thoughtfully curated appetizers, engaging speakers, and an inspiring showcase of HALA's impactful work. Guests will learn how HALA's hands-on programs are making fresh, nutritious food more accessible for vulnerable populations.

Every ticket sold helps HALA move closer to a hunger-free Los Angeles.

About Hunger Action Los Angeles

Hunger Action Los Angeles is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending hunger and fostering healthy eating habits throughout Los Angeles County. Through community outreach, their hands-on programs, and grassroots advocacy, HALA empowers individuals and families to access nutritious food and navigate essential public services.

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Key programs include:

• Market Match: Providing bonus dollars for California-grown fruits and vegetables to CalFresh recipients at over 30 farmers markets across LA County.
  
  
• Home Delivery Service: Supplying fresh produce and groceries to blind, senior, and disabled individuals through a volunteer-powered distribution system.
  
  
• The People's Guide to Welfare, Health, and Other Services: A widely used resource offering clear, practical guidance on navigating unemployment, homelessness, public assistance, and healthcare options.

Learn more at www.hungeractionla.org

Tickets:
Tickets can be purchased and donations can be submitted at  https://www.hungeractionla.org/
Location: Guelaguetza, 3014 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90006
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
Time: 5:00pm PST
Join us in honoring World Food Day by championing food justice, health equity, and the power of community-driven change.

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About Guelaguetza Restaurant
Guelaguetza first opened its doors in 1994 by immigrant husband and wife Fernando Lopez and Maria Monterrubio. Since then, their goal at Guelaguetza has been to showcase the best of their family recipes and stay true to authentic Oaxacan ingredients. Guelaguetza's mission is for all of its patrons to live and experience Oaxaca through all of its dishes.

Their hard work, dedication and love for their culture have earned them features and mentions in publications such as Los Angeles Times, Jonathan Gold's 101 essential restaurants, The New York Times, GQ Magazine, Esquire, Los Angeles Magazine, Oprah Magazine, The New Yorker, Travel and Leisure, Sunset Magazine and others. Most recently, Guelaguetza was awarded The James Beard Award for the American Classics category, the most prestigious award in the culinary industry.

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