SambAsia SF Carnaval 2010 Fundraiser

Sambasia SF is an award winning multi-ethnic, multi-generational Escola de Samba modeled after those in Rio de Janeiro and the Bloco Afros of Salvador Bahia, Brazil. Founded by world-renowned percussionist Jimmy Biala in 2002, SambAsia's theme of " One World Awareness, Building Cultural Bridges" continues to be at the heart of their endeavors in bringing people together through music and dance to this day. Known for their creative cross-cultural collaborations with various Asian music and dance traditions such as Japanese Taiko, Korean Pungmul Percussions, and Okinawan music, SambAsia is an annual and highly anticipated participant in San Francisco's Carnaval Parade since their debut at the 25th Anniversary of the San Francisco Carnaval in 2003.

SambAsia SF is currently preparing for another participation in the Grand Parade on May 30th at the 2010 SF Carnaval, ...Only with a very limited budget. With your generous help, we are hoping to come up with the necessary funding to cover for the numerous costs associated with this endeavor of bringing people together from various neighborhood and regions in the San Francisco Bay Area; Approximately 30 adults and most importantly, up to 80 children. Your contribution would ultimately help to provide this positive and life-changing experience to them.

Thank you for your support!