Hi John,
The first public defender to ever serve in the Virginia Assembly.
A superstar immigrant rights activist serving as District Attorney in Texas.
A Michigan state representative who flipped a red district blue for the first time in 22 years — and was only 25 years old when she launched her campaign.
What do they all have in common? They're not only progressive leaders inspiring transformative change in their communities, they're the three latest winners of Run for Something's 4th Annual Alumni Awards.
A HUGE
congratulations to:
Jennifer Carroll Foy: the first ever Icon Award Recipient
José Garza: Champion of Change Award Recipient
Mari Manoogian: Generation Next Award Recipient
This year, we're presenting the Alumni Awards as part of our Off the Record event. Grab your FREE virtual tickets now to see all the big winners live on Wednesday, November 30, at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Jennifer Carroll Foy is running for Virginia State Senate after representing the Second House District in the General Assembly. As a foster mom for eight years, she's committed to making sure no child goes without a home. She's also the first Black woman to graduate from Virginia Military Institute.
José Garza is a former federal public defender, immigrant rights activist, and Executive Director of the Workers Defense Project. Now he's the Travis County District Attorney in Texas. José Garza has a unique view into how our carceral system works and how it impacts our communities.
Mari Manoogian represents the 40th District in the Michigan House of Representatives. Mari is a true, dedicated public servant whose journey into public office began when she was only 25 years old. With a background in Global Communications, she's committed to fighting for access to quality education for all.
At our Awards Ceremony, you'll get the chance to (virtually) hang out with these three stars as well as our other two Alumni Awards recipients,
Michalyn Easter-Thomas and
Gabriela Santiago-Romero! You won't want to miss this.
Don’t wait to grab your FREE tickets! Join us on Wednesday, November 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET to get inspired and celebrate with our Alumni Award winners.
See you there!
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_(1)-min.gif "”Congrats Awardees! Icon Award Winner: Jennifer Carroll Foy Champion of Change Award Winner: District Attorney José Garza Generation Next Award Winner: Rep Mari Manoogian Getting It Done Award Winner: Councilwoman Michalyn Easter-Thomas I Am History Award Winner: Councilwoman Gabriela Santiago-Romero”")