The 5th Annual CLASSY Awards Weekend took place on May 2-3, and included both the red carpet Awards Ceremony and the Collaborative. The Collaborative, the exclusive networking experience of the Weekend, included 2-days of keynote speakers and facilitated debates. A group of 450 CLASSY Awards Nominees, Leadership Council members, speakers and special guests from around the world came together to discuss emerging solutions to our most pressing global social challenges.
The Oscars-style CLASSY Awards Ceremony gathered 2,000 leaders together at the San Diego Civic Theatre, featuring inspirational videos and speakers. 8 Nonprofit Winners were awarded live on stage for their efforts in driving social progress.
Photos by Be Water Photo and Elle Peji
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5th Annual CLASSY Awards