Join us for our Back 2 School BBQ!
Our Fall Fundraiser Supporting Students and Teachers!
WHERE: The Rake @ Admiral Maltings
WHEN: Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 5:30 - 8 PM
TICKETS: $85.00 per person
Mix and mingle with folks who support Alameda public school students and teachers! Enjoy a BBQ dinner and drinks at one of Alameda’s favorite watering holes - The Rake at Admiral Maltings. Your ticket will include a plate of BBQ or vegan options plus a drink. The Rake offers a selection of premier beers made from their own roasted malt, as well as a selection of wines and refreshing non-alcoholic drinks. We’ll be hosting a silent auction featuring unique Alameda oriented items, plus having a raffle to win two (2) vouchers for anywhere Southwest Airlines flies! Bay Area favorite, Ukulenny, will add a special 'Island style' sound to your evening.
All proceeds benefit AEF programs including:

Raffle Tickets – Win 2 Vouchers for Anywhere Southwest Airlines Flies!
Want to really celebrate? Then enter our event raffle for a chance to win two (2) Southwest Airlines vouchers good for anywhere Southwest flies! Raffle tickets are just $10 each. One hundred percent of each raffle ticket sale will support AEF’s Teacher Mini Grant program. The drawing will take place during the Back 2 School BBQ on Sep. 17, 2026. You need not be present to win.
Advance raffle tickets may be purchased from the following locations:
- State Farm Insurance Team Kelly Lux, 2221 Harbor Bay Parkway during regular business hours - Cash or Check
- AEF Office, 500 Pacific Ave. Portable 26 (enter via Lincoln Ave.), Tues - Thurs., 9 AM - 2 PM - Cash or Check
- From an AEF Board Member by emailing [email protected]
Tickets will also be available at the event soon! Cash or check please!
AEF is registered with the Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts. RCT Registration Number: RF0006028. Raffle ticket purchases are not tax-deductible.
Thank You to Our Event Sponsors!
Your sponsorship means that every dollar we earn will go straight to AEF programs. Become a sponsor - click here!

