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Happening in Our Comunidad
We're proud to come together around a shared belief that in a country where immigrants thrive and democracy stays strong that everyone has a chance to rise.
To everyone using their voice, their time, and their talents to make that vision a reality: we see you, we appreciate you, and we're proud to stand alongside you.
Let's keep showing up for each other. ✊🎸
#LowCutConnie #ComunidadGarces #WesternStatesCenter #LivinInTheUSA
Today, Comunidad Garces joined @puentesdesalud and other fellow community organizations at Pennsylvania Hospital to share resources, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections!
As lifelong learners, we recognize that some of the most valuable knowledge comes from the people and experiences around us. 🧡❤️
Our communities embody this spirit every day, sharing knowledge, listening to their neighbors, and helping families navigate healthcare resources with greater confidence.
By bringing together different perspectives, experiences, and expertise, we can better understand the needs of our communities and find new ways to support one another.
Thank you to @pennsyinternalmed for creating space for collaboration and community!
🧡❤️ Together, we build a healthier, more connected Philadelphia!🧡❤️
Want to learn more about our community health initiatives? Visit the link in our bio!
#ComunidadGarces #PuentesdeSalud #CommunityHealth #LifelongLearning #Philadelphia
🧥❄️ Share the warmth this winter!
A warm coat can make a world of difference. ❤️
Comunidad Garces is collecting new and gently used winter coats in all sizes to help keep our Philadelphia neighbors warm this season.
📅 November 16 – December 18, 2026
📍 Drop-off locations:
Comunidad Garces | BOK, Room 205
Fitness Works | 714 Reed Street, Philadelphia
Have a coat you no longer wear? Give it a new home and help someone stay warm this winter!
💙 Donate a coat, spread the word, and encourage your friends and family to join us!
@fitnessworksphl @buildingbok
#ComunidadGarces #WinterCoatDrive #Philadelphia #SouthPhilly #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors
🎹 Celebrating diversity through rock 'n' roll! 💙🧡
We're loving our partnership with Philly's own Low Cut Connie on their Livin in the USA tour, celebrating the power of music to bring people together and build an even more welcoming community.
A huge thank you to Adam Weiner and the band for using their platform to shine a spotlight on Comunidad Garces and our mission to support Philadelphia's immigrant communities!
📰 Check out our feature in the South Philly Review!
🎶 PHILLY, LET'S ROCK! Join us at Union Transfer on Friday, November 20, for Low Cut Connie's hometown show! We'll be there sharing our mission and inviting concertgoers to get involved and support our work.
🎟️ Concert details and tickets through the link in our bio!
@lowcutconnie
#ComunidadGarces #LowCutConnie #PhillyMusic #CommunityPartnerships #Philadelphia
🎃 Happy Halloween from Comunidad Garces! 👻
This week, we’re celebrating the many cultures, languages, and traditions that make our community so special. 🧡
Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and spooktacular Halloween!
💙 Link in bio to learn more about our English classes.
#HappyHalloween #ComunidadGarces #CommunitybasedEducation #EnglishLanguageLearning #Philadelphia
Last week, we kicked off our fall session of IDIOMA, welcoming 150 adult learners into our English language classes! 📚
Thanks to the generosity of our donors and supporters, we're working alongside our community to create opportunities for folks to build language skills, confidence, and connections that open doors.
This is what your support makes possible. Together, we're building a stronger, more connected Philadelphia. Visit our link in bio to make your contribution today.
#ComunidadGarces #IDIOMA #AdultEducation #CommunityImpact
💙🧡 Sometimes, the smallest moments make the biggest difference.
At Comunidad Garces, our volunteers do so much more than teach English. They create spaces for connection, curiosity, laughter, and learning.
Moments like this remind us that education is about more than what happens in a classroom. It's about the relationships we build, the confidence we inspire, and the joy of learning together.
To our incredible volunteers: thank you for sharing your time, talents, and hearts with our community. You're helping make Comunidad Garces a place where everyone belongs.
🧡 Want to make a difference?
Follow our link in bio to join our volunteer community and be part of creating more moments like this!
#ComunidadGarces #VolunteerAppreciation #Gratitude #AdultEducation #PhiladelphiaVolunteers
We’re opening our doors at BOK Open Studios!
Tomorrow night, stop by Comunidad Garces during BOK Open Studios to learn more about our work and meet some of the incredible people who make our community what it is.
Our community members will be sharing pieces of their cultures, talents, and traditions with all of us through food, art, music, and more. Come say hello, experience what they’ve created, and learn more about how Comunidad Garces works alongside Philadelphia’s immigrant communities to build connection, opportunity, and belonging.
📍 Comunidad Garces at BOK | Room 205
📅 Friday, October 9 | 5–9 PM
✨ Free + family-friendly
@buildingbok
#ComunidadGarces #BOKOpenStudios #BOKBuilding #Philadelphia #SouthPhilly
Welcome. Bienvenido. Ahlan wa sahlan. Byenveni. 欢迎. Ласкаво просимо.
However you say welcome, it means the same thing here. Comunidad Garces is an open door for every immigrant in our region. We offer English classes, free health care and neighbors who have walked the same road.
How do you say welcome? Tell us in the comments. 👇
For every immigrant, a chance to rise.
🔗 Link in bio
#ComunidadGarces #Bienvenido #ImmigrantPhilly #Philadelphia #HispanicHeritageMonth
We’ve quietly had something in the works for months that we are excited to share today. The Garces Foundation is now Comunidad Garces.
Comunidad in Spanish means community. It is the word our students and patients have used for this place for years. Today we made it official. Our new name honors the origins of this organization while also speaking to the essence of who we are at our core: an open door for all immigrants.
Thank you for being a part of this comunidad.
We love our immigrant community. They are an important part of the fabric that makes Philadelphia such a wonderful city.
At Comunidad Garces, we are committed to creating a welcoming community where immigrants can find support, opportunity, and the resources they need to thrive. For us, that means showing up every day and helping build a stronger, healthier Philadelphia for everyone.
For 14 years, immigrants from 26 countries, speaking 12 languages, have turned to us for English classes, healthcare, dental care, and workforce training. Our new name, Comunidad Garces, reflects the community we have grown to serve and the work we continue to do together.
Take a moment to show your support by making a donation at the link below. Every contribution helps us continue this work and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our neighbors.
Link in Bio to Donate
Yesterday’s Community Health Day was powered by an incredible community of people who showed up to care. ❤️
We are deeply grateful to the physicians, dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, students, volunteers, staff, and partners who gave their time, expertise, and energy to welcome 45 new patients and provide essential medical and dental care in West Grove.
A special thank you to Laurel Dental of West Grove for opening their doors and partnering with us to bring Community Health Day to Chester County for the first time.
To everyone who volunteered, partnered with us, and helped make yesterday possible: thank you for believing that everyone deserves access to compassionate, high-quality care, regardless of insurance or immigration status.
We couldn’t do this without you. ❤️
Help keep the door open.
Recently, two men from Algeria walked through our doors at Bok. They spoke Arabic, and they had come to sign up for English classes. They found a place ready to welcome them. No insurance required. No questions about background or status.
Today we serve people from 26 countries and territories who speak 12 languages. We may have a new name, but our promise remains the same: an open door for all immigrants.
To sustain the people, programs and spaces that make this work possible, we're raising $10,000 by October 6. Every gift counts.
🔗 Link in bio
#ComunidadGarces #JoinOurComunidad #ImmigrantPhilly #Philadelphia #HispanicHeritageMonth
Feeling optimistic as we embark on a new partnership with Laurel Dental of West Grove! ❤️
Today, we were grateful to welcome 45 new patients to Community Health Day, connecting members of the West Grove community with free, essential medical and dental care, regardless of insurance or immigration status.
We’re excited about what this partnership means for expanding access to care and building lasting connections with the community in southern Chester County.
A meaningful first day, and just the beginning. ❤️🦷🩺 Laurel Dental of West Grove
Last week our name changed. These are the voices that told the story.
Thank you to every newsroom and reporter who covered it.
Link in bio.
#ComunidadGarces #Philadelphia #SouthPhilly #KennettSquare
It's National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, and we’re celebrating these resilient community members who keep showing up to learn, grow, and build new possibilities for themselves and their families. 📚❤️
In Philadelphia, access to adult education matters. For immigrants especially, learning English, building digital skills, and earning a high school equivalency credential can open doors to better jobs, greater independence, and fuller participation in their communities.
Through our IDIOMA program, adults learn English in person and online, build essential digital skills with access to Chromebooks, and receive one-on-one support to earn their GED in Spanish.
And we’re seeing the impact.
📈 In recent assessments, 100% of participating students improved their reading skills and 86% improved their spoken English.
💼 In some sessions, nearly half of students have reported getting a better job, earning a promotion, or receiving a raise.
💻 More than 230 learners have gained access to Chromebooks through our Digital Literacy program.
🎓 Our individualized Spanish-language GED program is helping adults achieve a milestone that can change what comes next for them and their families.
Adult education is about more than learning English or earning a credential. It’s about access, opportunity, confidence, and the ability to build the life you want.
Your support keeps these programs accessible to immigrant adults across the Philadelphia region.
❤️ Celebrate Adult Education Week by investing in our students. Donate today through the link in our bio.
PHYSICIANS NEEDED 🩺❤️
We have a priority volunteer need for PA-licensed physicians for our upcoming Community Health Day in West Grove. @laureldentalofwg
📅 Saturday, September 19
⏰ 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Laurel Dental of West Grove
Our Community Health Days provide free, accessible medical and dental care to immigrant families in our community, and volunteer physicians make this work possible.
Spanish-speaking physicians are especially needed, but bilingual ability is not required. Spanish-speaking staff and interpreters will be available to assist.
Interested in volunteering or know a physician who might be? Please share this post or contact jillian@garcesfoundation.org.
For more information on Community Health Day, visit the link in our bio.
Would you like to be part of someone’s back-to-school story? 🎒💙🧡
A gift to the Garces Foundation helps make IDIOMA classes, learning materials, digital literacy resources, and educational support available to our students throughout the year.
Whether they’re learning English, building digital skills, or working toward a GED, our students remind us that there is no age limit on learning something new.
🎓 Help someone start their next chapter. Follow the link in our bio to make a gift today.
#LifelongLearning #GarcesFoundation #IDIOMA #AdultEducation #EnglishClasses
Today, our IDIOMA classroom got a little louder when Philadelphia’s own Adam Weiner of @lowcutconnie stopped by to spend time with our students, listen to their stories, and talk about music, community, and what it means to keep going.
Naturally, Teacher Doug gave Adam some homework before he left: write a song about my students. 📝🎹
He won’t have to look far for inspiration. Our students build new lives in a new language, work, raise families, study at night, start businesses, earn diplomas, and keep showing up for one another.
Thank you, Adam, for showing up, listening, and becoming part of the classroom today. We’ll be checking that homework. ❤️
We’re very excited to share that our Community Health Day service is expanding!
On September 19, we’ll be at our new space at Laurel Dental in West Grove, bringing our services to even more members of our community.
A special thank you to Mary Jo and the team at @laureldentalofwg for partnering with us! Mary Jo is a former volunteer with the Garces Foundation Community Health Day and now has a practice of her own. We’re so excited to welcome her back in a new way and continue growing this important work together.
If you are a healthcare provider and would like to volunteer at our Community Health Day event, visit the link in our bio to learn how.
We’ll see you in West Grove on September 19! ✨
One of our incredible volunteer English teachers is also a soccer coach, and it turns out he shares another language with his students: a love of fútbol. Here he is with two of his English students, proving that the relationships built through Comunidad Garces extend far beyond a lesson plan.
Our volunteer teachers don’t just help students strengthen their English. They create spaces for connection, friendship, confidence, and belonging. And sometimes, a little friendly rivalry. 😉⚽️
Whether you’re cheering for América, Chivas, or another team entirely, there’s always room for you in our comunidad. Click the link in our bio for more info.
Thank you to Carlos Quezada, who was among our organization’s very first volunteers nearly a decade ago. This summer, Carlos returned to serve as an ESL teacher, sharing his creativity, compassion, and commitment with our adult learners. Volunteers like Carlos remind us that support for our mission often comes full circle, with people returning over the years to invest in the strength, resilience, and potential of our immigrant community.
Click the link in our bio to learn more about volunteer opportunities and get involved!
#EnglishLanguageLearning #GarcesFoundation #Volunteers
A high school diploma or GED can mean nearly $10,000 more in median earnings each year. But sometimes, it can open the door to something even bigger.
Deyanira and Olivia were the first two graduates of our 1:1 Spanish-language GED tutoring program, and both are showing us just how far that opportunity can travel.
Before coming to the United States, Deyanira practiced dentistry for five years in the Dominican Republic. After earning her GED, she is now studying for her dental board exams as she works toward entering a two-year dental program in the U.S. And she is already looking for ways to bring her experience back to her community: Deyanira plans to volunteer at upcoming Garces Foundation Community Health Day events. 🦷💙
And if you know the Garces Foundation, you already know Olivia! After participating in our English classes and becoming one of our first GED graduates, Olivia joined our team as our full-time Case Manager. Today, her remarkable ability to build community and earn trust helps connect families with healthcare, education, food assistance, legal resources, employment support, and other services throughout the Philadelphia region.
That is what your support can make possible. A GED is one milestone, but the opportunities that follow can ripple outward, from one student to a profession, a family, and an entire community.
Help us sustain 1:1 GED tutoring for the next Deyanira and Olivia. Make a donation today through the link in our bio.
#GED #AdultEducation #Philadelphia #ImmigrantCommunities #EducationChangesLives
Thank you, Congreso, for having us at this year's Healthcare Expo!
The Garces Foundation was proud to join fellow community organizations in sharing information about our health programs and services. This annual event celebrates the important work of community health centers while connecting families with valuable health resources and support.
Thank you for bringing our community together!
#Congreso #GarcesFoundation #HealthcareExpo #HealthFair
Stitch by stitch, community grows. 🧶❤️
Our summertime community-led crochet group is more than a place to learn a new skill—it’s a space where families come together to share traditions, build friendships, and support one another across generations.
Each week we gather to create with our hands while strengthening the connections that help our community thrive. From first stitches to finished projects, every session is filled with laughter, learning, and the joy of creating something together.
At the Garces Foundation, we believe that belonging begins with opportunities to connect. Thank you to the community members who make this group possible by sharing their time, talent, and love with others. ❤️
#GarcesFoundation #CommunityLed #ImmigrantCommunity #BuildingBelonging #Philadelphia
Join us for our Community Health Day on July 25!
At the Garces Foundation, we're committed to providing compassionate, accessible healthcare for anyone in need. Early detection can save lives, so don't miss the opportunity to get the preventive care you need.
Our services include:
🦷 Dental care
🩺 Physical exams
🎀 Breast cancer screenings
🩸 Glucose and cholesterol screenings
🎗️ Colon and prostate cancer screenings
💉 Vaccinations
We look forward to caring for you and your family!
📍 Race Street Dental
📅 July 25
📞 Call (215)-800-1357 for an appointment
#CommunityHealthDay #GarcesFoundation #PreventiveCare #CommunityHealth #HealthcareForAll
Yesterday, our amazing case manager, Olivia Ponce, was invited to present at the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia about educational opportunities available to our community through the Garces Foundation.
As our full-time Case Manager and the second graduate of the Garces Foundation's GED program, Olivia shared her own journey to earning a Pennsylvania GED diploma and how that experience inspires her work supporting others every day.
Through our GED in Spanish program, students receive individualized, one-on-one instructional support to help them prepare for the exam, overcome obstacles, and achieve a milestone that can open new doors for themselves and their families. Students who earn their Pennsylvania GED diploma may qualify for full scholarships to attend Community College of Philadelphia, creating an affordable pathway to higher education, career advancement, and long-term economic stability.
We're grateful to the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia for creating space to connect with families and share the educational opportunities available in our community, and we're grateful to Olivia for standing before the audience as a powerful example of what's possible.
Interested in earning your GED in Spanish? We'd love to help you take the next step. Visit the link in our bio to learn more.
@consulmexfila
#GarcesFoundation #GED #EducaciónParaTodos #Philadelphia #CommunityCollegeOfPhiladelphia #Educación #ImmigrantCommunity #AdultEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #SiSePuede
📚✨ ¡Aprende algo nuevo este verano!
¡Inscríbete a nuestros cursos de inglés y computación! 💻🇺🇸
📅 Las clases comienzan el 13 de julio.
✅ Diferentes niveles
✅ Horarios flexibles
✅ Clases presenciales y en línea
📞 Llámanos al 267-648-1398 para más información.
📍Estamos en el sur de Philadelphia, en el edificio de Bok.
¡Te esperamos!
Thanks to you, opportunity, health, and hope is reaching more members of Philadelphia's immigrant community every day.
💙 IDIOMA provides English, GED, digital literacy, and workforce education that supports adult learners in building confidence and pursuing new opportunities.
🩺 Community Health Day connects uninsured neighbors with free medical, dental, vision, and preventive care in partnership with an incredible network of volunteers and healthcare providers.
😁 Sonrisa restores smiles through comprehensive dental care, helping patients improve their health, confidence, and quality of life.
None of this happens alone. Every class taught, every appointment provided, and every smile restored is made possible by the generosity of our donors, volunteers, community partners, and supporters.
Thank you for believing in our mission and for investing in the strength, resilience, and potential of Philadelphia's immigrant community. Together, we're building a healthier, more connected, and more welcoming city.
#GarcesFoundation #ThankYouDonors #CommunityImpact #Philadelphia #ImmigrantCommunity
🇪🇨❤️🇲🇽 Cheers from the Garces Foundation!
We're all on the same team when it comes to creating opportunity, celebrating culture, and building a stronger Philadelphia together.
#WorldCup #Mexico #Ecuador #GarcesFoundation #Philadelphia #ImmigrantCommunity #StrongerTogether #CelebrateCulture
Welcome to the Summer Session of IDIOMA! ☀️📚
Every new session marks the beginning of new opportunities—not just to learn English, earn a GED, or build digital skills, but to create pathways toward greater economic stability.
At the Garces Foundation, we believe workforce development is about more than preparing someone for a job. It's about empowering immigrant workers to strengthen their language skills, pursue career advancement, and build brighter futures for themselves and their families through education, support services, and meaningful community connections.
That's exactly what begins in our classrooms each week.
To our students: thank you for showing up with determination, courage, and a commitment to your goals.
To our teachers, volunteers, partners, and donors: thank you for making these opportunities possible.
Together, we're building a stronger workforce, stronger families, and a stronger Philadelphia.
We're excited to learn, grow, and succeed together this summer. 💙
#GarcesFoundation #WorkforceDevelopment #AdultEducation #ESL #GED #DigitalLiteracy
Why register for IDIOMA classes this summer?
In just a 10-week course, students see real progress in their English communication skills—both written and spoken—and in how confidently they use English in everyday life.
Here’s what students report after completing the program:
1 in 4 earned a raise or promotion as a result of improving their English skills
94% understand more of what they see and read in public spaces
81% understand more spoken English from native speakers
75% have started communicating with coworkers in English
94% feel more confident in their ability to learn something new
Summer classes run from July 13 - September 18
In-person classes at BOK / Online Classes on Zoom
Click link in bio to register.
Call for More Information: 267-648-1398
Welcome to the team!
Please join us in welcoming Haby Sow, our new Executive Assistant at the Garces Foundation!
Haby brings several years of experience serving Philadelphia's immigrant community and has deep personal ties to the communities we support. Her passion for advocacy and service, along with her commitment to helping others, makes her a wonderful addition to our team. Welcome Haby!
Success Story!
This week, we’re proud to celebrate Israel, a student in our GED program, for passing his GED Math test!
This is a tremendous accomplishment and a testament to his hard work and dedication. We are excited to see him continue making progress toward earning his GED and reaching his goals.
See how our Digital Literacy Program is making a difference in the lives of community members at the Garces Foundation.
Through online learning, participants are building confidence, strengthening their digital skills, and creating new opportunities for career growth and increased earnings.
Take a look at their impact and success stories.
Visit the link in our bio to learn more about the Garces Foundation and find out how you can get involved.
#GarcesFoundation #DigitalLiteracy #CareerGrowth #CommunityImpact
🪇 Ready to speak Spanish?
Join us this fall for a 10-week Spanish course at the Garces Foundation, designed for beginners and anyone looking to build confidence speaking Spanish in real-world situations.
✨ What makes this class different?
• 1 hour of interactive Spanish instruction each week
• 30-minute language exchange with Garces English learners
• A chance to learn language through community, culture, and conversation
📅 October 8 – December 17
🕖 Thursdays | 7:00–8:30 PM
📍 @buildingbok Room 205
💲Promotional Rate: $150 (before August 1)
💲Regular: $200
🔗 Register today: bit.ly/SpanishGarces
Whether you’re learning for work, travel, family, or simply curiosity, we’d love to have you in class.
#LearnSpanish #SpanishClasses #Philadelphia #SouthPhilly #LanguageLearning
Thank you, David and Karen, We are grateful for your time, generosity, and dedication!
Since retiring and relocating to Philadelphia, David and Karen have found a meaningful way to give back by supporting immigrant learners through the Garces Foundation. Their commitment to helping others build new opportunities has made a lasting impact on our students.
👉️ Click the link in our bio to volunteer or support our mission with a donation
#WhyIVolunteer? #GarcesFoundation #ESLTeacher #AdultEdu
Thank you, Kia Bickel, for your dedication to our students and community. Since joining Garces Foundation in 2023, Kia has brought creativity, compassion, and a deep commitment to adult learners. We are grateful for the time, care, and encouragement she shares with every student she teaches. ❤️
Thank you, Kia, for sharing your time, talents, and heart with our community. We are grateful for all you do and for the countless lives you have helped shape through education.
#WhyIVolunteer? #GarcesFoundation #ESLTeacher #AdultEdu #
A better future starts with opportunity. Your support continues to make a difference, helping immigrant workers gain the language skills they need to advance in the workplace.
To make this work possible, we rely on a community of supporters who believe in the power of education, health, and opportunity.
💙 Volunteer your time as a teacher, tutor, healthcare provider, or event volunteer.
💙 Make a donation to help expand access to English classes, digital literacy training, workforce development, and healthcare services.
Together, we can create pathways to economic mobility and strengthen our entire community.
Learn more and get involved at the link in our bio.
#IDIOMA #LanguageLearning #CareerGrowth #GarcesFoundation
“Getting a mammogram can save my life.”
Hear from our IDIOMA student, Rocio, tell her story about how access to free breast cancer screenings through our Community Health Days can make all the difference. Early detection matters—and it starts with one appointment.
Through our Community Health Days, we partner with local organizations to provide free dental care, medical screenings, and other essential health services to community members with the goal of making quality healthcare more accessible for all.
#CommunityHealthDay #GarcesFoundation #HealthcareinPhilly
Explore our IDIOMA English Course!
IDIOMA stands for Inglés para el Desarrollo, Inclusión, Oportunidades, Mejora y Avance (English for Development, Inclusion, Opportunities, Improvement, and Advancement).
This is a 10-week English course offered both online and in person at the BOK Building, with weekday classes available in the morning and evening.
The summer session is July 13 - September 18, 2026
For more information and to register, visit out website: https://www.garcesfoundation.org/idioma
We’re thrilled to welcome back @miguelmvalle Celebrity Emcee for the 2025 Garces Foundation Benefit 🎤
Miguel shared, “The Garces Foundation Benefit is not only one of the most delicious and entertaining events of the year, it is also one of the most impactful. The foundation provides access to vital resources such as health care and English language learning to immigrants in the Philadelphia area. As an immigrant from Mexico myself, and a proud South Philly neighbor, I am honored to emcee this benefit and support such an important organization.”
One delicious night. Infinite impact.
With fewer than 70 tickets remaining, now is the time to join us. Your ticket supports access to health care and English language education for Philadelphia’s immigrant community.
Tap the link in bio for tickets before they’re gone.
@nbcphiladelphia @telemundo62
Why Do I Take English Classes?
Meet Daniel and hear how learning English has helped him build confidence and create new opportunities. Through his hard work and our classes, Daniel recently moved from a back-of-house role to a front-of-house position in the restaurant industry.
A powerful reminder of how language learning can open doors and transform lives.
#StudentSpotlight #EnglishLearning #GarcesFoundation #WhyITakeEnglishClasses
Happy Immigrant Heritage Month!
We kicked off the month with a community potluck, bringing together students, staff, volunteers, and friends to share food, stories, and traditions from around the world.
We are proud to celebrate the many cultures that make our community so vibrant.
#ImmigrantHeritageMonth #GarcesFoundation #CommunityThroughFood
This is bigger than a night out.
It’s access to healthcare.
It’s education.
It’s showing up for the people who keep our city moving.
And as José Garces shares — that’s exactly why this matters.
✨ THE NIGHT FEATURES ✨
30+ of Philly’s most exciting chefs
A vibrant night market powered by immigrant-owned businesses
Live + silent auctions
Music, dancing, and a room full of purpose
One delicious night. Infinite impact.
📍 Live! Casino Hotel Philadelphia
📅 Thursday, April 23
⏰ 6PM
🎟️ Tickets are almost gone. Don’t wait — link in bio.
🚨 Early Bird pricing ends this weekend. Get your tickets before prices increase!
The Garces Foundation Benefit returns Thursday, April 23 at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia.
Enjoy tastings from 30+ of the region’s hottest chefs, restaurants, and bars, plus a live and silent auction, an artisan craft market from local immigrant vendors, and a vibrant night market–style celebration with music, dancing, wine, beer, and cocktails.
One delicious evening. Infinite impact.
Every ticket supports the Garces Foundation’s mission to provide healthcare and educational services to Philadelphia’s immigrant community.
👉 Tap the link in bio to get your tickets today.
Your gift by midnight changes lives.
Over 85% of the families we serve live in less than $25,000 a year.
A donation to Garces Foundation helps immigrants not just survive, but thrive.
🔥 Our Annual Night Market Benefit is BACK!
Thursday, April 23rd, 6pm – 10:30pm
Live! Casino & Hotel, Philadelphia
Early Bird Tickets On Sale Now — This Event Will Sell Out
Join us for an evening benefiting the Garces Foundation and its mission to provide critical educational and medical resources to Philadelphia’s immigrant community.
Enjoy tastings from Philadelphia’s top chefs and bars, live music and dancing, live and silent auctions with standout packages, and a vibrant night market featuring local immigrant artisans.
⏰ Early Bird Tickets: $100 through March 22
👉 Get yours before prices increase — link in bio
@chefjosegarces @livecasinophl
#philly #immigrants #garces #bok #esl
Together we are expanding our reach of care to Philly’s immigrant families by now offering free mammograms as part of our Community Health Days.
#PennMedicine #mammogramssavelives #mobilemammogram #philly #immigrants
Thank you @jngierke and Penn for making the holidays better for our immigrant neighbors. #happyholidays #philly #christmasinphilly #penn #toys immigrants
Please donate today to support Philly’s immigrant families. Link in bio or go to garcesfoundation.org. Thank you!
#philly #immigrants #garces #bok #esl #education #immigrantsarewelcomehere
#philly #immigrants #garces #bok #esl #education #givingtuesday
#immigrants #philly #esl #education #givingtuesday
👉Link to donate in bio #givingtuesday #philly #immigrantsarewelcomehere #education #ESL
Tonight’s Garces Foundation Benefit is SOLD OUT!
Thank you
The 2025 Garces Foundation Benefit is SOLD OUT!
No ticket? No problem. ✨ You can still support our mission by bidding in the online auction — click link in bio to check out! our packages!
Every bid helps us support Philly’s immigrant community.
https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/bokbar-8/rooftop-yoga#
We’re almost there—and we couldn’t be more grateful. Huge thanks to our incredible lineup of chefs, restaurants, wineries, and spirit vendors who make this night unforgettable. And to everyone who’s already purchased tickets—THANK YOU! 💛:
🍷 Our legendary Wine Pull is back
🎁 The Silent Auction is packed with can’t-miss experiences
🍽️ The food? Next-level.
Let’s raise a glass to supporting immigrant communities in Philly. Still need tickets? Link in bio. Let’s do this!
🎉 4 DAYS TO GO! 🎉
The countdown is ON for the Garces Foundation Benefit—the party of the season is almost here!
🗓️ Thursday, May 8th
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Get ready to indulge in bites from Philly’s hottest restaurants, sip specialty cocktails, enjoy live music, explore a Latin night market vibe, and shop artisan craft vendors—all while supporting an incredible cause.
🎟️ Live & Silent Auction
🍷 Wine & Craft Beer
🌮 Unforgettable Flavors
🎶 Dancing All Night
✨ Only a few tickets left—grab yours before they’re gone!
🔗 Link in bio to purchase!
Spotted on NBC10! Chef Jose Garces and Jillian Gierke from the Garces Foundation. Behind every dish is a deeper mission. The Garces Foundation is bringing the community together on Thursday, May 8th to celebrate culture and support Philadelphia’s immigrant community.
Visit the link in our bio to watch the full clip 🔗
🎉 Philly’s Hotte
Get ready for an unforgettable evening with Philly’s top chefs and restaurants—all coming together to support a powerful cause at the Garces Foundation Benefit 💫
🥂 Taste. Sip. Celebrate.
👨🍳 Featuring culinary stars you know and love
🎶 Live entertainment, drinks, and more
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🎟️ Tickets are ON SALE NOW—and selling FAST. Don’t wait. This will sell out.
👉Tap the link in bio to grab yours!
🔥 Philly’s can’t-miss culinary event is ALMOST HERE! 🔥Tickets are selling FAST and this event willsell out! Grab your today before they’re gone
Click the link in bio for tickets
🔥 Latin Night Market Vibes
🍽️ Philly’s top chefs & restaurants
🍹 Specialty cocktails, wine & beer
🎶 Live music, dancing & more!
🎤 Live & silent auction + wine pull
All for a great cause! Don’t wait—lock in your spot today!
🍸 Food & Drink Lovers
🍹 Unlimited Sips & Bites from Philly’s Hottest Spots! 🍷✨
Join us for an exclusive culinary experience featuring award-winning chefs, craft cocktails, & a Latin night market vibe. Limited tickets remain—secure yours now before prices go up! 🎟️
🎶 Live music, artisan vendors, & a chance to support a great cause!
🔗 Get your tickets before prices increase on April 8th! Click the link in bio
So proud of María del Carmen Vázquez Bautista who earned her GED through our program!
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Donate to the silent auction for the Garces Foundation’s annual benefit & support Philly’s immigrant families! Email gala2025@garcesfoundation.org. Thank you!
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