Sugar Farms Marketplace Presents:
MAKERS OF FREEDOM
An Event Benefitting Set Free Monterey Bay
Join us for a social event with charcuterie, wine, a silent auction, and more!
Saturday, July 13th
Sugar Farms Marketplace in Carmel Plaza
Ocean Ave & Mission Street in Carmel-by-the-Sea
11:00 am Marketplace opens
5:00 pm Reception & Event
Sugar Farms Marketplace is hosting an impactful day to support Set Free Monterey Bay. When Sugar Farms opens in the morning, the fun begins! The silent auction bids open, and patrons can learn more about SFMB.
The reception from 5:00pm - 7:00pm will feature charcuterie and wine, as well as the silent auction and activities designed to both educate and raise funds for anti-trafficking efforts.
Register in advance to receive reminders, updates, and a 20% off coupon for a single item at the event!
The event.
From 5pm to 7pm, our reception will offer complimentary charcuterie and wine, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests to mingle and learn about the restoration work being done with trafficking survivors. Attendees will enjoy connecting with the marketplace artisans, as well as Set Free Monterey Bay ambassadors, and fellow community members.
We will have a silent auction featuring Sugar Farms’ artisan pieces and generous contributions from local businesses. Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on exclusive items while supporting efforts to combat human trafficking. Throughout the evening, we will host additional engaging presentations and activities, making a fun and interactive experience for all in attendance.
Our aim is to raise awareness and critical funds to empower survivors and prevent exploitation in our community. Together, let’s make a difference and stand against human trafficking at this meaningful fundraiser.
Proceeds from the Makers for Freedom fundraiser will be directed to Set Free Monterey Bay in support of the work they are doing to combat human trafficking and exploitation. Set Free Monterey Bay is an anti-trafficking organization established to assist adult women (ages 18 and over) sex trafficking survivors to find healing in a faith-based restoration home and to educate the Monterey Bay community about human trafficking.
Featured Artisans
Artisanal work often carries with it a narrative of skill, passion, and human connection, qualities that resonate deeply with survivors who are reclaiming their lives and identities. Moreover, artisan contributions help raise awareness in the community, bridging gaps in understanding and fostering a sense of solidarity. This collaborative effort not only supports survivors economically but also emotionally, reaffirming their worth and strength as they rebuild their lives. Thus, artisans' support is not just about the products they donate; it's about the profound impact of their empathy and advocacy in the journey towards healing and justice for survivors of trafficking.
Check out these amazing artisans who will be featured at the event! Additional artisans and vendors will appear online as we get closer to the event.
Capturing the moments that inspire the best in us! April Robbins is a local Monterey Bay photographer with a passion for making a difference in this world. One of April’s photographs will be included in the silent auction at the Makers for Freedom event!
Anne Wegher Martorello
Artist Anne specializes in watercolors and hand-painted porcelain.
Sugar + T makes handcrafted candles & bath treats. This Latina-owned business is a wholesale/private label.
Additional participating artisans:
Artist Linda Stillman
Artist Judy Bs
Casa Isla
Coastal Life Decor
Happynest
Local authors John & Lorrie Bridges
Roy Gobets Woodworking
and many more!
Torrie creates elegant bohemian gemstone and charm jewelry. She designs a line of elevated Boho Style pieces that expresses who you are, with pieces that honor the feminine & free-spirited.
Additional Auction Items
We are excited to preview the following local businesses and partners who have donated items to support the Makers of Freedom event.
If you are interested in contributing an auction item for the event, please submit the Auction Donation Form, and we will be in touch with you soon!
Since its foundation in Aspen in 1976, Cos Bar is the luxury multi-brand beauty retailer of excellence. The store in Carmel-by-the-Sea is an incredible experience in beauty that you don’t want to miss!
The Cheese Shop in Carmel offers incredibly delicious cheese with superior service, and personalized attention. Their shop is always bustling with tourists and locals alike, each one in search of the perfect bite!