Inaugural Event Recap

A Heartfelt Thank You for an Incredible Evening of Support for the ACTF Family and UC Berkeley Changemaker Program

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who joined us at our recent charity event in honor of Austin’s one year passing, ACTF, and the UC Berkeley Changemaker Program. Thanks to your generosity, enthusiasm, and unwavering support, the evening turned out to be a truly memorable occasion!

The dinner and speakers were nothing short of amazing. Our guests were treated to an evening that celebrated not only the incredible work being done by the UC Berkeley Changemaker Program but also inspiring speeches from Margaret Kim and Donald Gintzig. A special thank you to Laura Hassner, the director of the Changemaker program, for taking the time to speak at our event and inform our guests of the incredible work and impact of Changemakers. Thank you to Vern Davenport who flew out from Carolina to join us for the evening and introduce the keynote speaker Donald Gintzig. Donald inspired us with his business success and leadership. With all the personal stories and insights shared, we were inspired and motivated to continue our work in empowering future leaders and changemakers. So thank you to all the speakers, your words reminded us of why we do what we do – to invest in individuals who will go on to change the world for the better.

A special thank you goes out to our generous donors and supporters who helped us raise more than $25,000 for the Changemaker Program. We are thrilled to report that we not only reached our fundraising goal but surpassed it! The success of the evening was driven by direct donations and the incredible contributions from our silent auction. The generosity of those who participated in both made a significant impact on our ability to further support the Changemaker Program.

We could not have achieved this without the incredible support of our attendees, donors, and volunteers. You all made this event truly special, and we are so grateful for your commitment to our cause. The funds raised will go directly to supporting the program, helping to nurture the next generation of leaders who will continue to make a difference in our world.

Once again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who attended, donated, and helped make this event possible. Your generosity, your presence, and your belief in our continuing Austin’s legacy are what made this evening so unforgettable. Together, we are making a lasting impact, and we couldn’t be more excited about the future of the Austin Chen Tsai Foundation and all the lives we will touch.

We look forward to seeing you all at future events, as we continue this important journey together.

With sincere thanks and appreciation,
The ACTF Family