A Vibrant Evening of Art, Dinner, and Dancing to Support Mental Health Services in North Carolina

This last September 21st at The Rickhouse we came together as a community to celebrate our 4th Annual Art Auction & Fundraiser, “Expresiones,” and the 20th Anniversary of El Futuro. This special event was an evening filled with art, music, and festivities.

The gala was thoughtfully curated to give mental health a voice, highlight local artists, and help families in our community enjoy a world full of EXPRESIONES. Guests had the opportunity to participate in both live and silent auctions featuring artwork from talented North Carolina-based artists. The evening included dinner, an open bar, and a fusion dance party, creating a vibrant atmosphere of connection and celebration.

“We were excited to host ‘Expresiones’ and celebrate two decades of service,” said Luke Smith, MD, Executive Director of El Futuro. “This event was a wonderful opportunity to bring our community together, support mental health and wellness, and uplift the incredible artists who enrich our lives with their creativity.”

Thank you to our Sponsors: Erie Insurance, Hatch Rockers Immigration, HOLA: Hispanics of Lenovo Association, IQVIA, Latino Community Credit Union, RTI International, UNC Health.

A special thank you to our vendors and in-kind product donors!

Pintamar decor Cris Alvarez photography MedMedia and AdResources printing Empire Distributors beverages Azteca Grill catering The Rickhouse venue DJ Rang audio visual entertainment Brazilian Arts Project dance

Why this is important

El Futuro is North Carolina’s leading nonprofit organization seeking to transform Latino-serving mental health care through bilingual and culturally-responsive behavioral health services including therapy, psychiatry, substance use treatment, and case management. We serve more than 2,500 Latino youth and adults every year through outpatient clinics in Durham and Siler City and we also work to build statewide capacity for mental health providers through our La Mesita Latinx Mental Health Professional Network which has 2,000+ members serving every county in North Carolina and beyond. By supporting Expresiones 2024, you will be joining a community that believes in ensuring quality, culturally-sensitive mental health services for all.

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