Empowering the next generation of diverse Cultural Curators & Producers to build strong, connected communities through impactful events.

Calling all Cultural Curators, Creatives, and Changemakers.

Join us on MAY 29, 2025, as we invite you to an evening of community and JOY as we celebrate so many exciting things:

✨The launch of our new nonprofit, Brave New Spaces – led by serial entrepreneur and CEO, Gina Mariko Rosales (who has also helped launch Make It Mariko, UNDISCOVERED SF, Balay Kreative, and Pinayista)

✨The opening of our brand-new shared studio space at 447 Minna!

Event Details:

  • DATE: Thursday, May 29, 2025
  • LOCATION: 447 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA
  • TIME: 6-9PM
  • ATTIRE: Bay Area Cocktail Party Chic, whatever that means to you 😉 There will be a photo opp!
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WHAT TO EXPECT:

🥃 Craft Bourbon Cocktails by Old Hillside Bourbon

🍷 Curated Wine Tastings by POC Food & Wine featured winemakers:
Ruby Blanca Wines, Duncan Peak Wines, Ward Four Wines, and more!

⚡Zero Proof drinks by Calexo

🍴Delicious bites by local restaurants and caterers like Victory Hall and Midsummer Kitchen. 

🎶 Live DJ and dancing

🖤 Networking with inspiring Bay Area creatives & community leaders

Tickets On sale NOW!

All proceeds will support Brave New Spaces’ mission to build more diverse, inclusive, and creative spaces in the Bay Area. Donations are warmly welcomed.

#BraveNewSpaces #MakeItMariko #CelebrateDiversity #DEIforever

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Sponsored By

Make It Mariko
Old Hillside Bourbon
Ruby Blanca Wines
Calexo
Duncan Peak Wines
Ward Four Wines
Kollective Hustle
Space is limited. Get your tickets here.
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Who We Are

Brave New Spaces is a nonprofit arts, culture, and workforce development organization.
We empower the next generation of diverse Cultural Curators & Producers to build strong, connected communities through impactful events.

What We Do

Through coaching, production support, creative direction, and fiscal partnership, we celebrate & amplify diverse cultures, connect communities and people, and build & nurture new creative spaces.

Vision

We envision a world where diverse Cultural Producers are resourced, connected, and empowered to lead – building thriving ecosystems of festivals, events, and community spaces that reflect the richness of our cultures.

Brave New Spaces are not just physical places – they are bold ideas, vibrant gatherings, and new models of leadership that challenge the status quo, normalize abundance, and redefine what’s possible for our communities.

Programs & Partnerships

In partnership with Make It Mariko.

Brave New Spaces is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with Tax ID # 33-1334880.

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