Sahar Education Invites You to Celebrate Afghan Culture and Community at Sahar Education's "A New Dawn" Brunch Benefit

Seattle, WA - July 9th, 2026 - Sahar Education invites community members, families, friends, and supporters to gather for the A New Dawn Brunch Benefit for Afghanistan on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Mt. Baker Rowing & Sailing Center.

More than a fundraiser, A New Dawn is an invitation to come together over a shared meal, celebrate Afghan culture, and build meaningful connections. Guests will enjoy Afghan-inspired cuisine, music, art, and storytelling while supporting educational opportunities for women and girls in Afghanistan.

Throughout the brunch, attendees will experience the warmth of Afghan hospitality through meaningful conversations, cultural traditions, and shared experiences that celebrate resilience, community, and the transformative power of education. Every conversation, every shared table, and every moment of connection helps support educational opportunities for women and girls in Afghanistan.

Event Highlights:

Afghan-Inspired Brunch & Tea: Gather around the table and enjoy a thoughtfully prepared brunch featuring Afghan-inspired dishes, sweets, and tea while sharing an afternoon of community and connection.
Special Guest Speaker & Musical Performance: Be inspired by Zarifa Adiba - musician, author of Playing for Freedom, Founder and Executive Director of the Zarifa Foundation, and internationally recognized advocate for girls' education, as she shares her remarkable story through music and conversation.
Complimentary Henna Art: Celebrate Afghan culture with beautiful henna designs, offered as a complimentary experience for all attendees.
Sabz Matcha Pop-Up: Enjoy handcrafted Afghan-inspired matcha beverages available for purchase from Seattle-based Sabz Matcha.
Live Music: Relax and enjoy live musical performances that create a welcoming atmosphere throughout the brunch.
Silent Auction: Browse and bid on unique experiences, artwork, and generously donated items from local businesses and community partners, with every bid helping support Sahar Education's mission.
Community Connection: Spend the afternoon connecting with friends, meeting new people, and celebrating the power of education to bring communities together.

Tickets and Registration:

Tickets for A New Dawn Brunch Benefit for Afghanistan are now available!

Whether you choose to attend as an individual, join friends around a table, volunteer your time, or support the event as a sponsor, every contribution helps expand educational opportunities for women and girls in Afghanistan.

Guests may register for General Admission, Couple Registration, or a Table for Eight, while local community members may also participate through volunteer opportunities. Businesses and organizations looking to make an even greater impact are invited to explore sponsorship opportunities.

All proceeds from the brunch will directly benefit Sahar Education's programs for women and girls in Afghanistan. To learn more, reserve your seat, or explore sponsorship opportunities, visit SaharEducation.org and select the Events tab. Join us as we gather around the table to celebrate Afghan culture, strengthen community, and invest in brighter futures for women and girls in Afghanistan!

Contact:
Allie Renar
Operations and Finance Manager
Alie@sahareudcation.org
www.SaharEducation.org

About Sahar Education:

In the face of ongoing adversity, Sahar Education remains committed to expanding educational opportunities for women and girls in Afghanistan. At a time when millions of girls continue to face barriers to secondary and higher education, Sahar works alongside grassroots partners to create safe learning opportunities that foster knowledge, confidence, independence, and hope. Through education, women and girls are empowered not only to dream of brighter futures, but to build them.

Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and founded in 2001, Sahar Education has partnered with local communities to build, repair, and equip 39 schools, helping create educational opportunities for more than 250,000 students across Afghanistan. Working alongside local and international partners, Sahar continues to invest in sustainable education and career-based initiatives that strengthen individuals, families, and future generations.

Today, Afghanistan remains the only country in the world where girls are prohibited from receiving formal education beyond primary school. Millions of girls have been denied the opportunity to continue their education, placing future generations of teachers, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders at risk. Yet even in the face of these challenges, Afghan women and girls continue to demonstrate extraordinary resilience, determination, and hope.

At Sahar Education, we believe that education is more than access to a classroom - it is the foundation for opportunity, autonomy, and lasting change. Every student who learns, every educator who teaches, and every community that invests in education helps build a future where women and girls have the knowledge, confidence, and freedom to shape their own lives.

Together, we can continue creating opportunities for women and girls to learn, lead, and shape brighter futures.

Sahar Education
Sahar Education PO Box 17672Seattle, WA 98127 Sahar Education | EIN 26-4215477
Alie@sahareudcation.org

Sahar Education is a Seattle-based nonprofit organization that brings together communities, partners, and supporters to invest in the education and empowerment of women and girls in Afghanistan. Through educational initiatives, cultural engagement, and community partnerships, Sahar creates opportunities for individuals around the world to make a meaningful impact. Through fundraising events, community partnerships, and donor support, Sahar Education brings people together around a shared belief that education has the power to strengthen families, expand opportunity, and create lasting change across generations.

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