# Event Details - **Event Name**: Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: A Festive Afternoon of Jazz and Giving to Build a Brighter Future For Pre-K Students at Hope AcademyAbout this EventSwingin’, Singin’ and Givin’: Winterfest ‘25A Holiday Fundraising Event for HOPE ACADEMYIN PARTNERSHIP WITH CENTER OF HOPE CDCA Jazz & Arts Fundraiser to Benefit Center of Hope LA’s - HOPE ACADEMY’s New CampusSaturday, December 13, 2025 • 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Doors Open 11am)Location:Center of Hope9550 Crenshaw Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305Inglewood, California — Get ready for a spectacular afternoon of music, art, and purpose as Pocket Jazz Presents and HOPE ACADEMY for Scholarship and Innovation proudly present “Swingin’, Singin’ & Givin’: Winterfest ’25,” hosted by producer, playwright, and spoken-word artist Robert J. Carmack, MFA. This unforgettable outdoor festival takes place Saturday, December 13, 2025, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Center of Hope L.A. Campus, 9550 Crenshaw Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90305.Tickets:VIP Table of 4 - $400- Dining Preference(We'll contact you personally to confirm your meal preference.)-Garden Access-Art Showcase (Support local art—buy what you love)-Winterfest Marketplace Access-Food Trucks-VendorsVIP Single Seat - $125- Dining Preference(We'll contact you personally to confirm your meal preference.)-Garden Access-Art Showcase (Support local art—buy what you love)-Winterfest Marketplace Access-Food Trucks-VendorsPremium Seating-$50-Garden Access-Art Showcase (Support local art—buy what you love)-Winterfest Marketplace Access-Food Trucks-VendorsGeneral Admission-$25-Screen Viewing only (Parking Lot)- BYO Seats/Coolers-Art Showcase (Support local art—buy what you love)-Winterfest Marketplace Access-Food Trucks-VendorsAn All-Star Jazz LineupWinterfest ’25 features a powerhouse roster of acclaimed and emerging talent:• Willow Corrine — a dynamic young vocalist opening the celebration with fresh energy and soulful tones.• The Mahesh Project — led by pianist Mahesh Balasooriya, paying tribute to jazz legend McCoy Tyner with a special spoken-word performance by Robert J. Carmack.• Unofficial Slam featuring Gabriel “Slam” Nobles — a riveting quartet blending hard-bop drive with contemporary flair.• Headliner: The Knick Smith Experience — Cleveland-born pianist and keyboardist Nick Smith, noted for collaborations with Stanley Clarke, George Duke, and NBC’s Tonight Show Band, closes the show with electrifying originals and jazz classics.More Than MusicFestival-goers will enjoy gourmet food trucks, a vibrant ArtWalk and exhibit area, and a silent auction featuring high-end works from distinguished California artists. VIP tables and reserved seating are available exclusively through Eventbrite.com.A Festival With PurposeAll proceeds benefit Center of Hope LA’s HOPE ACADEMY’s new educational facility, set to open in Fall 2026, expanding access to TK and STEAM programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), powered by The Pedagogy of Confidence™ for HOPE ACADEMY Scholars..For media inquiries, interviews, or sponsorship opportunities/media inquiriescontact:PocketJazzPresents.org or call 951-840-7120.Dr. Stefanie Baker sbaker@go2hope.com or call 949-503-0288 https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/4a426fe0-b440-11f0-bc3b-55cfec1e4694-rimg-w1200-h519-dc000000-gmir.png - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/inglewood/swingin-singin-and-givin-winterfest25-hope-academy-fundraiser/100001858239286729 - **Event Categories**: music, art, entertainment, food-drinks, nonprofit, festivals, food-truck-festivals, music-festivals, spoken-word, charities, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 428.67, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Inglewood - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: 9550 Crenshaw Blvd - **lat**: 33.949557 - **long**: -118.3258787 - **full address**: 9550 Crenshaw Blvd, 9550 Crenshaw Boulevard, Inglewood, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1f7889d5fd2f860b23c544aa7a72a46ce26247460b9279ce0c3572e375c3c3d9-rimg-w1200-h675-dc01a9d0-gmir.jpg?v=1761684885 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser being held? - **A:** Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser takes place on Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm at 9550 Crenshaw Blvd, 9550 Crenshaw Boulevard, Inglewood, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser? - **A:** Tickets for Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser are priced at USD 429 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityVIP Table of 4USD 429 + USD 29 feeAvailableVIP Single SeatUSD 135 + USD 10 feeAvailablePremium SeatingUSD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailableGeneral AdmissionUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableDonation (HOPE ACADEMY)FreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser? - **A:** Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser is organized by CENTER OF HOPE. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Swingin', Singin', and Givin': Winterfest'25 - Hope Academy Fundraiser is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Inglewood, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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