{"id":15076,"date":"2022-03-08T14:29:03","date_gmt":"2022-03-08T14:29:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.icnarelief.org\/shifaclinics\/?page_id=15076"},"modified":"2024-01-13T23:52:42","modified_gmt":"2024-01-13T23:52:42","slug":"banquet","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.icnarelief.org\/shifaclinics\/banquet\/","title":{"rendered":"Shifa Clinic Banquet"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” full_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” parallax=”content-moving” css=”.vc_custom_1644692147128{background-position: center;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-size:contain;}”][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”19097″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_btn title=”Event Details” style=”custom” custom_background=”#2b869d” custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:%23details_anchor”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_btn title=”Purchase Tickets” style=”custom” custom_background=”#2b869d” custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:%23ticket_anchor”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_btn title=”Purchase Sponsorship” style=”custom” custom_background=”#2b869d” custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:%23sponsor_anchor”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_btn title=”Unable to attend I will support with a donation” style=”custom” custom_background=”#2b869d” custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.icnarelief.org%2Fshifaclinics%2Fdonate%2F|target:_blank”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”details_anchor”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Event Details” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23154757″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Please join us for Shifa Free Clinic’s 11th annual fundraising banquet, \u201cThe Heart of Service is Sincerity and Sacrifice<\/strong>\u201d event, which will be held at the Charleston Marriott on Saturday, May 13th, 2023<\/strong>\u00a0starting at 5:30pm.<\/span><\/p>\n

The event will begin with reception of guests with Indian appetizers of Chicken 65 and Spring rolls along with lemonade and water. This will be a wonderful opportunity to greet and meet other guests at the event.<\/span><\/p>\n

We will then move into the ballroom to start off the evening with opening remarks, and get inspired by Earl Bridges<\/strong> as he shares his global experiences with humanity and humanitarian efforts. Hear from Dr. Khan, Founder and Medical Director, as she shares Shifa Free Clinic’s achievements and vision for the upcoming years.<\/span><\/p>\n

Enjoy a delicious Indian buffet with scrumptious desserts donated by Saffron Bakery.<\/span><\/p>\n

The fundraising efforts at this banquet will support Shifa Free Clinic’s various programs that serve the community.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”3″ accent_color=”#dd9933″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”2023 Keynote Speaker” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23154757″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”18778″ img_size=”300×300″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle_2″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Earl Bridges <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

TV Host, The GOOD ROAD<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Earl Bridges is a “Philanthropologist<\/strong>“, filmmaker and tech entrepreneur who geeks out the possibilities of authentic story-telling to enhance global nonprofit and corporate social responsibility initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Fixing the world’s most pressing problems requires talent, teamwork, time and a pretty optimistic mindset. So I’ve chosen to cast my lot with brave technologists, passionate philanthropists, compelling storytellers and other like-minded folks who stir me to dream bigger, work smarter, engage more deeply, and live more intentionally.<\/span><\/p>\n

Along the way, I’ve started several tech companies, served on the Board of some nonprofits, applied my grey matter to complex problems, and let my curiosity and heart lead me.” To learn more about Earl Bridges please Click Here<\/a><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Guest of Honor” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23154757″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”18826″ img_size=”300×300″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle_2″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]John Tecklenburg\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

City of Charleston Mayor<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Mayor John Tecklenburg, holds a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Georgetown University in Washington, DC and also attended the Berklee College of Music in Boston where he pursued his lifelong passion for music and jazz. Since becoming mayor in 2016, Mayor Tecklenburg has been committed to improving citizens’ quality of life and making Charleston a city of opportunity for all.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”3″ accent_color=”#dd9933″][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”ICNA Relief Guest Speaker” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23154757″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”18777″ img_size=”300×300″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle_2″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text]Shaykh Shamikh Sahadat <\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Southeastern Regional Director ICNA Relief <\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Shaykh Shamikh Sahadat is the Southeastern Regional Director for ICNA Relief covering Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina and North Carolina. He enjoys traveling, networking and spending time with his children in his spare time.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”3″ accent_color=”#dd9933″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”The Venue” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23154757″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”15119″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_empty_space height=”64px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Charleston Marriott<\/a>
170 Lockwood Dr.
Charleston, SC 29403<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, May 13th – reception at 5:30pm and program starting at 6:00pm\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Featuring:<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/span>
Local Speakers
Indian – Pakistani Cuisine
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[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”3″ accent_color=”#dd9933″][vc_custom_heading text=”Our Sponsors” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23154757″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”19103″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”3″ accent_color=”#dd9933″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Enjoy specialty Indian-Pakistani Cuisine” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23154757″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

$60 per person includes appetizers, buffet, and one of a kind desserts.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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