Global Refuge Benefit Auction
Sunday, May 3, 2026
4:00-6:00 p.m.
First Lutheran Church
1100 East Superior Street
Duluth, Minnesota
“Do not be afraid.” Angel Gabriel’s words reassure us and those who are new to our country during these turbulent times.
Join us for an elegant evening of sculpture art, food, wine, music, immigrant stories, and generosity to benefit Global Refuge.
Formerly Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, Global Refuge is a nonprofit organization established in 1939 that supports and empowers immigrants and refugees who are rebuilding their lives in the United States.
Live Art Auction
Original sculptures made from Lake Superior driftwood by local immigrant artist Wilmer Roballo, who will tell his story and the inspiration behind his sculptures and this event.
All sales will benefit Global Refuge.
See below for details.
Tasty Bites, Wine, and Horchata
Delicious Mexican food and Horchata (an authentic rice-based nonalcoholic beverage) will be provided by Eduardo Sandoval Luna, local immigrant owner of Oasis del Norte Taqueria, who will also share his inspiring story.
Wine and Seltzers
Generously provided by Duluth Super One Liquor.
Additional original sculptures will be auctioned, with 10% of all sales supporting Global Refuge.
Global Refuge (formerly Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service) supports immigrants and refugees as they rebuild their lives in the United States.