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9th Annual March to End Poverty | Oakland

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Saturday, May 17, 2014 - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is requested, and you're welcome to bring a non-perishable food items to donate.

Lake Merritt Bandstand | 582 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA

Event Details

The Ninth Annual March to End Poverty at Oakland’s Lake Merritt bandstand aims to raise awareness about the social conditions of the 173,156 Alameda County residents who live in poverty.

Free, but an RSVP is requested.

The first 400 marchers who bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Alameda County Community Food Bank will receive a free t-shirt. After the March, there will be a Community Resource Fair connecting vital services to residents.

Activities include live entertainment, children’s zone and free boating.

2014 Program

  • 9 am: Registration at Lake Merritt Bandstand (666 Bellevue Ave. behind Fairyland)
  • 10 am: March & Rally begins
  • 11 am: Community Fair

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is requested, and you're welcome to bring a non-perishable food items to donate.
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, East Bay, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, Kids & Families
Address: 582 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA