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RIT Women in Business 3rd Annual Charity Gala
Thursday, February 19, 2026 (4:30 PM - 7:00 PM) (EST)
Description
Join RIT Women in Business student club for a night of delicious food, networking, an insightful keynote speaker, and a silent auction, where all proceeds go to the Women's Foundation of Genesee Valley, a local charity dedicated to building entrepreneurial and business skills in young women in the Greater Rochester Area.
Event Schedule:
4:30: Check-in begins
4:30pm-5:00pm: Hors d'oeuvres
4:30pm to 5:00pm check-in and hors d’oeuvres
5:00pm: Dinner opens
5:20pm: Opening remarks
5:30pm-6:30pm: Keynote speaker
7:00pm: Silent auction ends and closing remarks
The Women's Foundation completes its mission through fundraising, educational programming, research, and equitable grant-making. Each year, WFGV serves more than 600 adult women and girls ages 12 to 19 through dynamic programs, professional development, mentorship, and youth leadership opportunities. Indirectly, their commitment reaches over 5,000 community members through advocacy, awareness campaigns, and strategic partnerships that strengthen the ecosystem of support for women and girls.
For more information on the Women's Foundation of Genesee Valley, click here: https://womensfoundation.org/
RIT Women in Business (WIB) is dedicated to the success of women by providing the women of RIT an opportunity to advance their professional and personal development and join an encouraging community of aspiring and successful women. Through networking, educational events, and community service, WIB creates and strengthens skills in leadership, business, and relationship building.
Purchase a Non-RIT Student Ticket or sponsor a student today!
This event is open to all eligible members of the Rochester Community, regardless of protected category.
12 Lomb Memorial Drive
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Susan R. Holliday Center (4050) Max Lowenthal Hall, 12 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623
February 19, 2026
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm