Dallas, September 12, 2025
News Summary
An art auction will be held in Dallas to raise funds for Palestinians affected by famine and disease in Gaza. Organized by local groups, the event features resistance art and aims to benefit the Middle Eastern Children’s Alliance. The auction is set for a September evening at the Dallas Liberation Center, where attendees can bid on artwork that highlights the themes of Gaza and Palestinian culture. Proceeds will support humanitarian efforts, including food and medical aid for families in need.
Dallas — An art auction aimed at raising funds for Palestinians affected by famine and disease in Gaza will take place at the Dallas Liberation Center on September 20. The event, organized by local and regional groups, will run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will direct proceeds to the Middle Eastern Children’s Alliance, a nonprofit that provides food, medical supplies, and educational support to children and families in Palestine.
Event details
The auction is scheduled for September 20 at the Dallas Liberation Center, located at 1811 Balboa Place. Admission and bidding are organized by a coalition of community groups, with submissions for artwork open through September 17. The evening will feature artwork, community interaction, food, and music. All pieces offered will relate to themes concerning Gaza, Palestine, and anti-imperialism.
Participating groups and artists
Primary organizers include the Dallas Liberation Center, the People’s Art Collective, the Dallas chapter of the Palestinian Youth Movement (PYM Dallas), and Students for Justice in Palestine. The auction will feature contributions from several artists, including Shahd Alnaami (currently in Gaza), Mary Hazboun (based in Chicago), and Miriam Kassem, a local high school student. Organizers describe the selection as “resistance art” that reflects Palestinian culture and the lived realities of people in Gaza.
Purpose and beneficiary
The auction is part of a broader effort to support Gaza amid reports of severe shortages of food and outbreaks of infectious disease. Proceeds will be donated to the Middle Eastern Children’s Alliance, which distributes direct aid such as food, medicine, and educational resources. Organizers say the auction is intended both to raise funds and to increase awareness of humanitarian needs in Gaza, particularly among people who may be unfamiliar with the situation.
Program and logistics
The evening will combine the auction with community activities. Attendees can expect a mix of live or silent bidding formats, opportunities to view and discuss art, and communal elements such as food and music. Artwork submissions remain open through September 17, after which organizers will finalize the lineup. The auction is billed as a local fundraising and awareness event rather than a gallery exhibition or a commercial sale venue.
Who the event serves
The primary financial beneficiary is the Middle Eastern Children’s Alliance. The auction also aims to amplify Palestinian voices through art and to support artists who document and interpret life under blockade and conflict. Local organizers emphasize the inclusion of youth-created work to represent younger perspectives in the ongoing movement for Palestinian rights.
Background and context
Organizers have framed the auction within a larger narrative about Gaza’s humanitarian situation, noting two years of intense conflict compounded by an 18-year blockade that has affected access to food, medicine, and essential services. The description of the featured art as “resistance art” situates the event within a tradition of politically engaged cultural expression that reflects both suffering and resilience. The event aligns with global efforts to mobilize humanitarian support and public attention for Gaza.
How to participate
Artists and contributors can submit work through the process established by the organizers before the September 17 deadline. Community members interested in attending are invited to arrive during the scheduled hours on September 20. Specific bidding rules, entry fees (if any), and registration details will be provided by the hosting organizations to those who inquire directly through local contact channels.
FAQ
When and where is the auction?
The auction is on September 20 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Dallas Liberation Center, 1811 Balboa Place.
Who benefits from the proceeds?
Proceeds will go to the Middle Eastern Children’s Alliance, which provides food, medicine, and educational support to Palestinians.
Which organizations are involved?
Organizers include the Dallas Liberation Center, People’s Art Collective, PYM Dallas, and Students for Justice in Palestine.
What type of art will be auctioned?
All works will relate to Gaza, Palestine, and anti-imperialism, described by organizers as resistance art reflecting Palestinian culture and struggles.
How can artists submit work?
Artwork submissions are open until September 17. Submission details are managed by event organizers.
Will there be other activities at the event?
The event will include opportunities for community interaction, as well as food and music alongside the auction.
| Feature | Details | Visual |
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| Date & Time | September 20, 6 p.m.–9 p.m. |
Event date
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| Location | Dallas Liberation Center, 1811 Balboa Place |
Local venue
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| Beneficiary | Middle Eastern Children’s Alliance |
Humanitarian aid
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| Themes | Gaza, Palestine, anti-imperialism, resistance art |
Cultural themes
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| Submission deadline | September 17 |
Submission window
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