Black Women In Nature Rooted and Rising Gala

Join us for the inaugural Black Women In Nature Rooted & Rising Gala as we celebrate community, joy, and the impact we've built together.
About this Event

Honoring Our Roots. Growing Our Future.

Join Black Women In Nature for an unforgettable evening celebrating community, joy, and the impact we’ve built together.

Rooted & Rising is Black Women in Nature’s inaugural annual gala—a celebration of our journey and a bold investment in our future. Set along the scenic Scioto River at the Boat House, the evening will bring together community leaders, partners, supporters, and friends for an inspiring night of connection, celebration and purpose..

Throughout the evening, guests will experience the heart of Black Women in Nature while helping fuel programs that expand access to nature, cultivate leadership, strengthen community partnerships, and grow our impact for years to come..

Experience an Evening of:

• Complimentary cocktails and handcrafted mocktails
• A vibrant marketplace celebrating local artisans and creatives
• Community Impact Awards recognizing individuals and organizations making a difference
• Music, dancing, and joyful celebration
• Inspiring storytelling honoring Black women’s enduring relationship with nature
• Meaningful connections with community leaders, partners and supporters

Whether you’ve been part of our journey from the beginning or are joining us for the first time, we invite you to celebrate where we’ve been and help shape where we’re going. 

Join us as we honor our roots, celebrate our present, and grow the future—together.