Chicago Ethiopian Restaurant Demera Hosts Fundraiser in Bronzeville to Support Humanitarian Crisis in Tigray

CHICAGO (WLS) — Get ready for a night of music, food and celebration for a great cause. On Monday, September 16, Demera will host its fourth annual fundraising event, An Evening of Hope: Music & Food for Humanity. Curated by chef Tigist Reda, this annual initiative celebrates culture and cuisine with dishes prepared by some of Chicago’s top chefs and industry giants.

Tickets for An Evening of Hope are $125. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the Health Professionals Network for Tigray (HPN4Tigray), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those affected by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Tigray, Ethiopia, and Sudan.

“This event has deep personal meaning for me, as I have seen first-hand the impact of the war in Tigray on my family, friends, and countless others,” said Chief Tigist Reda. “Funds raised through An Evening of Hope will go directly to providing critical nutritional support and education to women in Tigray, helping to rebuild lives and provide a glimmer of hope during these difficult times.”

An Evening of Hope will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bronzeville Winery (4420 South Cottage Grove, Chicago 60653), home to Demera’s second location, set to open in 2026. For the first time this year, there will be live musical performances, including an opera singer, a DJ, and Tigrinya music from Ethiopia. There will also be an Ethiopian coffee ceremony, an Ethiopian market, and a traditional Tigrinya performance by Ashenda.

For tickets please visit: https://givebutter.com/c/Music-Food-Benefit