Announcing a new tradition
An Evening for the Next Generation
Two years ago, we gathered to honor Tombossa Negusse and launch a foundation in his name. This year, we celebrate what that legacy has already built: scholars like Mattania, Elim, and Kaleb, and a community investing in the next generation of Eritrean and East African youth.
Join us for an evening of dinner, music, a silent auction, and words from the students your support makes possible. Every ticket helps fund scholarships and mental wellness programs.
Tombossa Negusse fled war in Eritrea as a teenager, earned his degrees in Oklahoma, and built a life in Dallas defined by family, enterprise, and generosity. He and his wife, Birkiti, dreamed of opening doors for young people in our community. Two years ago, we launched this foundation to carry that dream forward. Today, our first scholars are in college, and we're just getting started.
Read Tombossa's storyA full dinner to share with our community. With vegan and fasting-friendly options.
Music throughout the evening.
Bid on one-of-a-kind items, with proceeds supporting our programs.
Hear from the scholars and community your support makes possible.
Meet the recipients of our East African Youth Scholarship.
East Texas A&M University · Computer Science
“My family has been blessed by the kindness and generosity of the Tombossa family for many years. To now receive this scholarship feels incredibly meaningful and motivates me to continue working hard.”
Southern Methodist University · Management Science
“I wanted to be part of a community that understands both my heritage and my dreams. It's not just financial help — it's encouragement, and a reminder that my community believes in me.”
Texas Tech University · Cybersecurity Analyst
“Growing up, higher education has always been the goal. I'm inspired to help people through cybersecurity, and I knew the Tombossa B Foundation was just the right place to do so.”
Every ticket helps fund scholarships and mental wellness programs for Eritrean and East African youth.
$30
Because the future we're building should be in the room.
For current students and guests 17 and younger.
$55
Est. tax-deductible: $15
$85
Est. tax-deductible: $25
Ten gifts of $250 fund one student's semester.
Gifts of $100 or more are listed as Friends of the Foundation in the gala program.
For businesses, organizations, and families who want to stand behind our scholars publicly.
$500
Est. tax-deductible: $300
$1,000
Est. tax-deductible: $520
$2,500
Funds one student's scholarship for a full semester.
Est. tax-deductible: $2,020
Need an invoice, a W-9, or a custom package? Email contact@tombossabfoundation.org.
Cocktail Attire. Think suits, cocktail dresses, or formal wear. Traditional Eritrean and East African attire is warmly welcomed.
Saturday, November 28, 2026, 5:00 PM.
Empire Event Center
9560 Skillman St, Suite 126
Dallas, TX 75243
Just your ticket's QR code, on your phone or printed. Can't find it? No problem: we'll look you up by name at check-in.
Guests of all ages are welcome; guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Alcohol is served only to guests 21+ with valid ID.
Please email us with any accessibility needs and we'll make sure you're taken care of.
Yes. You'll be asked for each guest's name at checkout so we can have name tags ready.
All sales are final. If you can no longer attend, email us and we'll gladly transfer your ticket to another guest or convert it into a tax-deductible donation.
The Tombossa B Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 99-4436179. The portion of your ticket above the value of the dinner and drinks you receive is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Estimated tax-deductible amounts:
We use Zeffy, a free platform for nonprofits, so the foundation receives your full payment. Zeffy is supported by optional tips. You're welcome to set the tip to $0.
Email contact@tombossabfoundation.org or call 214 208 3936.
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