Juma Ventures Presents A Treat For The Senses - and Heart

    PORTOLA VALLEY, CA, September 22, 2014 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Effective September 19, 2014, Juma Ventures, a San Francisco based non-profit focusing on breaking the cycle of poverty by ensuring that young people complete a four-year college degree, proudly announces a treat for the senses and the heart in the form of the 1st Annual 'Heart of Harvest' Fundraising Gala.

Presented by Citi Community Development. Silicon Valley Bank, XG Ventures, Mint Medical Education and Fenwick and West, LLP the luxurious surroundings of the world's greenest residence, the Tah Mah Lah Home, will be the premier venue for the Heart of Harvest, a truly must not miss event. Juma invites guests to come enjoy an evening of spectacular vistas and gourmet creations from numerous celebrity chefs. The list includes Michelin-starred Restaurateur Peter Armellino of the Plumed Horse, Charlie Ayers of Calafia and formerly the chef of the Grateful Dead and Google Headquarters, Michelin-starred Restaurateur Suzette Gresham of Acquerello, Morgan Mueller of Jardiniere and Frank Otte from Calafia. Additional savory creations will be provided by restaurant 1760 of San Francisco and the best caviar selections offered by the California Caviar Company.

As the Heart of Harvest event progresses, guests will be treated to premium and select reserve wines featured from various vintners such as Clos Dubreuil and Jean-Louis Trocard of Bordeaux, France; Grgich Hills Estate, Krupp Brothers, Oakville Ranch, O'Brien Estate, PEJU Province, Realm Vineyards, Staglin Wines, Sullivan Vineyards, and Vineyard 29; all of Napa Valley. In addition to these highly sought after vintners, we are pleased to also offer special ale selections from Stella Artois.

As JUMA is geared to benefit underprivileged youth, the event will have a touch of the good ole days with classic games such as Horseshoe Toss and Italian staple, Bocce. The ambiance will be proliferated with the sounds of the Windy Hills Bluegrass Band, most commonly known for their traditional sound and entertaining performances. A specialty dessert and popcorn infusion bar will be available to round out this sensory experience.

"It is becoming evident that the surest way to prosperity is through collaboration. When people bring resources together to achieve common objectives, the impact can be much greater. Each dollar we are able to raise together contributes directly to the success of our students, giving them the resources they need to get to and succeed in college," says Marc Spencer, CEO of Juma Ventures.

Significant funding is needed to operate Juma and it's youth programs and comes from corporate sponsorship and individuals that see the value of empowering our underprivileged youth and want to be a part of making a change in their lives. The proceeds from the Heart of Harvest event will directly influence Juma's innovative youth programs which provide employment opportunities, matched savings accounts and academic support to underserved youth in the San Francisco Bay Area.

For interview requests or to request information about press credentials for Juma's 'Heart of Harvest' event, please contact: Donte Young, Finmarc Global at [email protected] or at (707) 307-2462.

ABOUT JUMA VENTURES
In 1993, Juma Ventures became the first nonprofit organization to own and operate a commercial franchise, a Ben and Jerry's Scoop Shop that provided jobs to a handful of homeless youth.

Over the past 20 years, Juma has transformed into a national, award-winning youth development program serving more than 1,200 low-income students in six cities - New Orleans, New York, Oakland, San Diego, San Francisco and Seattle. Juma's program combines employment in social enterprises, college preparation, and financial asset building to create a safe, supportive community where low-income youth can achieve their dreams of a college education. Since 1993, Juma has helped more than 4,000 young people earn more than $4 million in wages and save more than $2 million for higher education.

JUMA'S MISSION
Juma helps break the cycle of poverty by ensuring that young people complete a four-year college degree.

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