Digital Ofrenda

Our Legacy. Nuestro Legado.

A NEW feature for La Ofrenda Festival 2024, join Gilroy, South County and beyond in honoring our loved ones who have passed away and sharing their stories with our community. By adding your stories to Our Legacy in this unique way, you’ll not only help keep their memory alive, but also help raise funds for the Marigold Legacy Scholarship.

Our Legacy Digital Ofrenda will be projected on repeat during the month of October at the Center for the Arts and at La Ofrenda Festival on Nov 2nd 2024 for all to cherish. Gracias in advance for your generosity and for entrusting us with your stories. ¡Que Viva Nuestro Legado!"

Details & Instructions

  • Each submission must include a photo, name, years of life, and a heartfelt note or story about them

  • After submitting, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to make your donation

  • We are requesting a minimum $25 donation per submission.

  • No limit to the number of submissions.

  • Due by September 15th

Our Legacy

Nuestro Legado

Our Legacy ✨ Nuestro Legado ✨

Mama Chuy

1928-2020

Mama Chuy! Mira esa sonrisota y tu pelo tan moderno. Como nos haces falta a la familia. Gracias por todo el amor que nos diste.

— Yesi, Ruben, and Orlando

Mama Maria

1928-2009

Te extrañamos Mama Maria! Como quisiera escuchar tu risa y escucharte decir “tein yu beri mach”. We love you!

— Familia Bracamontes

Miguel Gomez

1964-2020

Siempre estarás en nuestros pensamientos. Sentimos tu amor cada ves que vemos tu mariposa blanca. Sigue cuidándonos. Te extrañamos.

— Tu Hija Veronica

Mariselita

1994-2020

Prima! Como extraño tus abrazotes y las nalgadas que nos dabas! Te quiero mucho.

— Tu Primo Ruben Dario

Francisca ‘Panchita’ Olivares

1915-2002

Mama, tu luz brilla y sigue illuminando nuestros caminos. Gracias por siempre prepararnos para ser humanos. Te extrañamos cada dia. ❤️ 

— Ernesto Olivares