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2019 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL’S
CharityEVENT GUIDE FEATURING 2018’S TOP 5: Galas, Walks/Runs, Luncheons, Breakfasts, Golf Tournaments
Bill Skeffington, CEO/Ben’s Asphalt; Steven L. Craig, President & CEO/Craig Realty group; Lugano Diamonds’ Bill Peters, Idit and Moti Ferder and Stuart Winston Stan Frome, Frome Investments & Frome Family Foundation; Henry Walker, President/Farmers & Merchants Bank
From left: Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer, Richard J. Gannotta, CEO, UCI David Mossman, Chief Investment Officer, Donahue Schriber Realty Group and member Health System, Darlene Barrett with event sponsor Monster Energy , Richard Van Etten, MD, CRF Board of Trustees, Geoffrey L. Stack, CRF Founding Trustee and Managing Director of PhD, Director, Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center and Irvine Mayor Donald Wagner. SARES REGIS GROUP, and Tom Schriber, Chairman Emeritus of Donahue Schriber
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A-4 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019
TABLE OF CONTENTS EVENT LISTINGS EVENT DESCRIPTIONS January/February...... 8 January/February...... 8, 10 March...... 12 March...... 13-14, 16, 18 April...... 22 April ...... 22, 24-25 May ...... 26 May ...... 28, 32 June ...... 33 June...... 34-35 July/August ...... 38 July/August ...... 38-39 September ...... 40 September ...... 42-43, 44 October ...... 44 October...... 44-45 November ...... 46 November ...... 46, 50 December ...... 50 December ...... 50 Look for: TOP 5 DINNERS/GALAS...... 6 TOP 5 WALK/RUNS ...... 20 TOP 5 LUNCHEONS...... 30 TOP 5 BREAKFASTS ...... 36 Click HERE for more info. TOP 5 GOLF TOURNAMENTS ...... 48 on www.ocbj.com for up-to-date listing information throughout the year. ON THE COVER
Kidworks Foundation for Success Luncheon generated $748,188 in net revenue for KidWorks After 30 School Programs
The Segerstrom Center for the Arts Candlelight Dinner & Concert generated $1,676,660 in net 6 revenue for artistic and educational activities and programming
The Anti-Cancer Challenge generated $500,000 in net revenue to raise awareness and funds for 20 the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center at UCI Health
The Cystinosis Research Foundation’s Natalie’s Wish Celebration was the top-net 6 revenue gala of 2018 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 10:05 AM Page 5 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 9:26 AM Page 6
A-6 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 TOP 5 DINNER / GALAS #1
Cystinosis Research Foundation Event Name: Natalie’s Wish Celebration Event Date: April 21, 2018 Attendance: 470 Location: Fashion Island Hotel, Newport Beach Net Revenue: $3,240,000 www.cystinosisresearch.org
David Mossman, Chief Investment Officer, Donahue Schriber Realty Group and member CRF Board of Trustees, Geoffrey L. Stack, CRF Founding Trustee and Managing Director of SARES REGIS GROUP, and Tom Schriber, Chairman Emeritus of Donahue Schriber
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Richard Bertea and John Hamilton at the 54th Annual Gourmet Mission Hospital celebrates the 2018 Holiday Gala Co-Chairs – Dr. Dinner benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters George Miranda and Barbie Miranda, Dr. John Shaver and Dr. Michele Staunton, and Dana and Dr. James Bredenkamp Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire Mission Hospital Foundation Event Name: Big Brothers Big Sisters 54th Annual Gourmet Dinner Event Name: Mission Hospital Holiday Gala Event Date: October 4, 2018 Event Date: December 1, 2018 Attendance: 300 Attendance: 551 Location: Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach Location: Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point Net Revenue: $2,700,000 Net Revenue: $1,710,469 www.ocbigs.org/gourmetdinner www.mission4health.com/gala
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Laguna Playhouse begins a building refresh soon. Playhouse Board Co-chairs Sandy Segerstrom Daniels and Jane Fujishige Yada with Chairman Paul Singarella with Kate and Jared Mathis, members of Center President Terry Dwyer and Amy Dwyer the Moulton Family who announced a pledge of $1 million toward the building refresh Segerstrom Center for the Arts Event Name: Candlelight Concert Laguna Playhouse Event Date: November 30, 2018 Event Name: Annual Gala Honoring the Moulton Family Attendance: 450 Event Date: May 12, 2018 Location: Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Attendance: 380 Costa Mesa Location: Fashion Island Hotel, Newport Beach Net Revenue: $1,676,660 Net Revenue: $1,608,380 www.scfta.org www.lagunaplayhousegala.org CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 2:57 PM Page 7 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 2:29 PM Page 8
A-8 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019
JANUARY 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Saturday 26 Radiant Health Centers Annual Gala 2019 www.radianthealthcenters.org
Saturday 26 WISEPlace How Did I Get Here? Women and Homelessness www.wiseplace.org
Saturday 26 Aliso Viejo Christian School Roaring Into Our 20th Year: Winter Gala www.alisoviejochristianschool.org FEBRUARY 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Friday 1 Adoption Guild of Southern California Adoption Guild Patroness Event - Celebrating Family www.bidpal.net/2019agpatronessevent
Saturday 2 Mater Dei High School A Taste of Mater Dei www.materdei.org/auction
Saturday 2 CHOC Foundation CHOC Children's Gala www.chocgala.org
Friday 8 American Heart Association Go Red for Women Luncheon www.ocgored.heart.org
Sunday 10 Orangewood Foundation Anaheim Ducks Center Ice Party www.orangewoodfoundation.org/events
Saturday 16 Laguna Art Museum California Cool Art Auction www.lagunaartmuseum.org
Thursday 21 Coastline Community College Foundation Strikes for Coastline Promise Scholars www.coastline.edu/foundation
Friday 22 Waymaker Love Grows By Giving www.waymakersoc.org/events/ love-grows-by-giving-wine-tasting/ JANUARY / FEBRUARY EVENTS
Radiant Health Centers’ 2019 Gala, Radiant Royale
JANUARY 26 Organization: Radiant Health Centers Website: www.radianthealthcenters.org/gala Radiant Health Centers’ Annual Gala, Radiant Royale, will take place on Saturday, Jan. 26 at Santa Ana’s historic Yost Theater. The Gala will celebrate the golden age of Las Vegas— the 1950s and 1960s. Radiant Royale will raise funds for Radiant Health Centers’ services for the LGBTQ+ community, and for the men, women and children living with HIV in Orange County.
Radiant Health Centers’ 2018 Gala, “A Masqued Mardi Gras Fête” Adoption Guild Patroness Event - Celebrating Family
FEBRUARY 1 Organization: Adoption Guild of Southern California Website: www.bidpal.net/2019agpatronessevent 2019 marks the Adoption Guild’s 58th Annual Patroness Event. The event will be held at the Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach and includes luncheon, entertainment, silent auction, opportunity raffle and shopping boutique. Members and guests will spend the afternoon enjoying Susan Stein’s presentation on Spring Fashion Trends, a Fashion Show by Grayse, featuring Kelly Gray, and a session on Creating Your Signature Style with William Squire. Don’t miss this opportunity to join the Adoption Guild in “Celebrating Family” while supporting their efforts to raise funds in support of HFS (Holy Family Services) and their mission to create strong, loving families. To learn more about the Adoption Guild, visit the website at www.adoptionguild.org.
Celebrating Family Patroness Event Committee Members Pam Fossler, Angela Grasso and Sheila Forsum. Previous Year event date: March 2, 2018 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 2:57 PM Page 9 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 2:58 PM Page 10
A-10 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 JANUARY / FEBRUARY EVENTS
CHOC Children’s Gala
FEBRUARY 2 Organization: CHOC Foundation Website: www.chocgala.org Join us for a special night dedicated to defending the magic of childhood at the CHOC Children’s Gala. Held at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim, the Gala will feature a cocktail reception, live auction, dinner, live entertainment featuring Kelly Clarkson, and a VIP after- party. This year, our Children’s Champion award goes to the William S. and Nancy E. Thompson Foundation for their leadership gift to establish the Thompson Autism Center at CHOC Children’s and advance its vital treatment, education and research efforts. For sponsorship information or tickets, contact Barbra Lopez at (714) 509-3062 or [email protected].
A Taste of Mater Dei
A Taste of Mater Dei 2018, premier tasting and auction in the Meruelo Athletic Center FEBRUARY 2 Organization: Mater Dei High School Website: www.materdei.org/auction This year’s A Taste of Mater Dei, red carpet event will showcase food vendors from across Orange County who will present a slice of culinary creativity. As you explore an exclusive array of highly coveted items and experiences while enjoying hand-crafted specialty beverages and delectable dishes, you will be mesmerized by an atmosphere that is uniquely Mater Dei. The proceeds from A Taste of Mater Dei, fund crucial school-wide programs that benefit all students on campus. We hope you will be a part of this incredible evening!
Go Red for Women Luncheon
FEBRUARY 8 Organization: American Heart Association Website: www.Ocgored.heart.org Go Red for Women provides a platform for women and their families to lead healthier lives, and drive collective action for community transformation.
Anaheim Ducks Center Ice Party The 2019 CHOC Gala will feature Grammy Award Winning Artist Kelly Clarkson FEBRUARY 10 Organization: Orangewood Foundation Website: www.orangewoodfoundation.org/events Mingle with the Anaheim Ducks players and coaches, play games, enjoy great food, and support a great cause! Proceeds from this annual event benefit Orangewood Foundation.
Strikes for Coastline Promise Scholars
FEBRUARY 22 Organization: Coastline Community College Foundation Website: www.coastline.edu/foundation Join us for two games of “9 pin no-tap strike” that benefits a worthy cause! Competition prizes, raffles, silent auctions, VIP options – there will be fun for everyone! Proceeds from the event will benefit the Coastline Promise, a scholarship program for recent graduates from partnering school districts to ensure a seamless transition from high school to college. Coastline’s Strikes for Scholars is scheduled on Friday, February 22, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Fountain Bowl in Fountain Valley.
Orange County Go Red For Women Luncheon (February 16, 2018) CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 9:55 AM Page 11 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 2:30 PM Page 12
A-12 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019
MARCH 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Friday 1 Saddleback Valley Christian School Black Pearl Ball Dinner Auction www.svcsgala.givesmart.com
Saturday 2 National Charity League Juniors, Newport Chapter 33rd annual Mother-Daughter Luncheon "Into the Woods" www.nationalcharityleague.org
Saturday 2 CureDuchenne Napa in Newport www.cureduchenne.org/napainnewport
Saturday 2 Servite High School Excellence in Leadership Gala www.servitehs.org
Saturday 2 Anaheim Family YMCA Anaheim Family YMCA Gala www.anaheimymca.org/
Saturday 2 Pacific Symphony Pacific Symphony's 2019 40th Anniversary Gala www.pacificsymphony.org
Sunday 3 llumination Foundation OC Chef's Table 2019 www.ifhomeless.org
Wed.-Sun. 6-10 Hoag Charity Sports Hoag Classic www.hoagclassic.com
Thursday 7 Bowers Museum Bowers Annual Gala - Guo Pei : Couture Beyond www.bowers.org
Friday 8 Newport Harbor Educational Foundation Anchors Aweigh Annual Online Auction and Benefit www.supportnhhs.com
Saturday 9 Irvine Valley College Foundation IVC Foundation Awards Dinner www.foundation.ivc.edu
Saturday 9 JDRF JDRF Dream Gala www.jdrf.org/oc
Saturday 9 Acoustic for a Change Musical Instrument Drive www.AcousticforaChange.com
Saturday 9 Richard and Karen Carpenter Performing Arts Center President's Party with Captain Scott Kelly www.carpenterarts.org/2018-2019/scott-kelly.html
Saturday 9 Child Abuse Prevention Center The Heart of Broadway - Bright Lights Brighter Futures www.brightfutures4kids.org
Saturday 9 Project Access Inc. 9th Annual Charity Golf Classic www.project-access.org/
Monday 11 Susan G. Komen Orange County Pink Tie Ball www.komenoc.org/pinktieball
Thursday 14 Childhelp Childhelp 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Fashion Show and Luncheon www.bidpal.net/childhelpocfashionshow2019
Friday 15 Marconi Automotive Museum & Foundation for Kids Fight Night 21 www.marconimuseum.org/fightnight
Saturday 16 Orange County School of the Arts OCSA 2019 Gala: Let’s Get Loud www.ocsarts.net/attendgala
Saturday 16 Orangewood Foundation Athletes First Classic Gala www.athletesfirstclassic.com
Saturday 16 American Heart Association Orange County Heart and Stroke Walk www.ocheartwalk.org
Saturday 16 JSerra Catholic High School Celebrate JSerra www.jserra.org/celebrate
Saturday 16 Jessie Rees Foundation Jessie Rees Foundation Eighth Annual Gala - A Celebration of Courageous Smiles www.negu.org
Monday 18 Santa Margarita Catholic High School Eagle Golf Classic www.smhs.org/eaglegolfclassic
Monday 18 Laguna Playhouse Laguna Playhouse Annual Gala Honoring Hershey Felder www.lagunaplayhousegala.org
Thursday 21 Habitat for Humanity of Orange County Building Dreams Fundraising Breakfast www.HabitatOC.org
Friday 22 Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens An Evening of Ella Fitzgerald with Jane Monheit www.go.casaromantica.org/Jane-Monheit
Saturday 23 City of Hope 5th Annual "Let's Be Frank About Cancer" Gala www.cityofhope.org/letsbefrank
Saturday 23 The Pegasus School Believe in Greatness www.pegasusspringbenefit.com
Saturday 23 Alzheimer's Orange County 2019 Annual Gala www.alzoc.org/gala
Saturday 23 Cornelia Connelly High School Galaxy of Stars - Havana Nights www.connellyschoolanaheim.org/support-ccs/galaxy-of-stars/
Saturday 23 Scholars' Hope Foundation Make a Play for Hope! www.makeaplayforhope.org
Monday 25 New Directions for Women 11th Annual Circle of Life Breakfast www.newdirectionsforwomen.org
Thursday 28 CHOC Foundation CHOC Follies www.chocfollies.org
Friday 29 California State University, Fullerton 32nd Annual Hispanic Scholarship Golf Tournament www.fullerton.edu/hispanic-golf
Friday 29 Ocean Institute Jazz Festival www.oceaninstitute.org
Friday 29 St. Mary's School St. Mary's Spring Gala www.smaa.org
Saturday 30 MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation Spring Gala 2019 www.memorialcare.org/SpringGala
Saturday 30 Trinity Lutheran Christian School Luau Party - Spring Fundraising Event www.trinityanaheim.com/
Saturday 30 Cystinosis Research Foundation Natalie's Wish Celebration www.CystinosisResearch.org CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/16/19 10:57 AM Page 13
JANUARY 21, 2019 CHARITY EVENT GUIDE ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL A-13 MARCH EVENTS Anaheim Family YMCA Gala
MARCH 2 Organization: Anaheim Family YMCA Website: www.anaheimymca.org The Best is Yet to Come Inaugural Gala is Anaheim Family YMCA’s signature fundraising event. The memorable evening will include a gourmet dinner, live entertainment, donor recognition, and exciting live & silent auctions. All proceeds help the Anaheim Family YMCA provide youth & families scholarships to vital YMCA programs, so they can grow strong in character, creativity, and confidence. For more information, contact Kayla Steinbauer at (714) 635-9622 or [email protected]. Napa in Newport
MARCH 2 Organization: CureDuchenne Website: www.CureDuchenne.org Wine connoisseurs and epicureans can indulge in Napa Valley's premier wines at Cure- Sip, savor and indulge in premier wines at Napa in Newport benefitting CureDuchenne on Duchenne’s “Napa in Newport” March 2 at the Monarch Beach Resort nd March 2 at Monarch Beach Resort. Join CureDuchenne, Vintner Chair Memento Mori, Celebrity Chef Casey Thompson and 40 of the most exclusive wineries from Napa Valley to partake in a night of wine, food and spirited bidding to raise funds for CureDuchenne, a leading nonprofit organization with a mission to cure Duchenne muscular dystrophy. With a commitment to breaking the traditional charitable mold and balancing passion and business acumen, CureDuchenne’s innovative venture philanthropy model funds groundbreaking research, early diagnosis and treatment access. Pacific Symphony’s 2019 40th Anniversary Gala
MARCH 2 Organization: Pacific Symphony Website: www.pacificsymphony.org Pacific Symphony’s 40th Anniversary Gala will take place at the Hotel Irvine on Saturday, March 2, 2019. The Gala will celebrate the orchestra’s many accomplishments over the last four decades. Pacific Symphony’s Annual Gala is its most important fundraiser of the year. Proceeds from the event help to support the orchestra’s award-winning artistic and education programs. In celebration of the Symphony’s 40th Anniversary, we invite you to join us to party like it’s 1978! The evening will transport guests to the disco era - complete with great music! Come and celebrate the orchestra’s four decades of wonderful music. Pacific Symphony’s 2018 Gala “On the Town” at Hotel Irvine on March 3rd, 2018 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 2:09 PM Page 14
A-14 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 MARCH EVENTS Hoag Classic
MARCH 6-10 Organization: Hoag Charity Sports Website: www.hoagclassic.com After 20 years, Orange County’s only PGA TOUR Champions event is entering a new era with Hoag assuming title sponsorship. The inaugural Hoag Classic will take place on March 6 – 10 with presenting partners Konica Minolta and City National Bank. The event will draw golf legends such as Fred Couples, John Daly, Bernhard Langer and 2018 Champion, Vijay Singh back to Newport Beach Country Club to compete for the $1.8 million purse. For more information on tickets and the highly anticipated Championship Weekend featuring Military Appreciation Day and Student Day, visit HoagClassic.com.
2018 Champion, Vijay Singh and Hoag Hospital Foundation President, Flynn A. Andrizzi, Ph.D at Orange County’s only PGA TOUR sanctioned event Bowers Annual Gala-Guo Pei: Couture Beyond
MARCH 7 Organization: Bowers Museum Website: www.bowers.org The Bowers Museum 2019 Gala will celebrate the West Coast Premiere of Guo Pei: Couture Beyond, a groundbreaking exhibit featuring the breathtaking designs of internationally renowned couturière, Guo Pei. Held at the beautiful Bowers Museum, the Gala will feature a cocktail reception, live and silent auctions, and a special talk by Guo Pei. Proceeds will support the Bowers education and public programs. For sponsorship information or tickets, contact Lesley Ann Hamilton at (714) 567-3602 or [email protected].
The Heart of Broadway - Bright Lights Brighter Futures
MARCH 9 Organization: Child Abuse Prevention Center Dee Dee Anderson, Knight of Knights 2018 Candlelight Dinner Chair, and family with Dr. Website: www.brightfutures4kids.org Peter Keller, Bowers Museum President and Anne Shih, Bowers Museum Chairwoman OC Child Abuse Prevention Center presents its 21st Annual Bright Futures Celebration on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at the Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach. All of the proceeds from this fundraising event will directly provide child abuse prevention services to many of the 10,000 at-risk children and their families in our county. Private funds are critical to ensure programs that prevent and break the generational cycle of child abuse, teen pregnancy, family violence, and other socio-emotional behaviors. Your support is vital to our ability to continue providing critical services to children and families in dire need.
JDRF Dream Gala
MARCH 9 Organization: JDRF Orange County Website: www.jdrf.org/oc JDRF is grateful to its Dream Guild Holiday Luncheon Sponsor, Lugano Diamonds, for helping raise over $85,000 for type 1 diabetes (T1D) research! JDRF is the leading global organization funding T1D research. Our strength lies in our exclusive focus and singular influence on the worldwide effort to end T1D. Together, we will turn type 1 into type NONE! Please join gala chairs Paula Aragone & Marie Hogan at our 2019 Dream Gala, honoring the Hogan family and their family owned dealerships Capistrano Toyota & Claremont Toyota, at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel on March 9, 2019 where we will unmask a cure for T1D!
From L to R: Ashley Duva, JDRF Dream Guild President, and event chairs: Cathie Lawler, Bill Peters (Lugano) & Lori Farley. JDRF is grateful to its Dream Guild Holiday Luncheon Sponsor, Lugano Diamonds, for helping raise nearly $90,000 for type 1 dia- betes (T1D) research! CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:00 PM Page 15 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:03 PM Page 16
A-16 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 MARCH EVENTS Childhelp 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Fashion Show and Luncheon
MARCH 14 Organization: Childhelp Website: www.bidpal.net/childhelpocfashionshow2019 We are honored to celebrate Childhelp’s 60th year with an afternoon of friendship, fashion and fun as we raise funds for the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Childhelp Founders, Yvonne Fedderson and Sara O’Meara, will be on hand to receive the Inspirational Award for their dedication in helping millions of children across the world. Childhelp Celebrity Ambassador, actress and singer, Jen Lilley, will receive the Children’s Friend Award. The event will be held at the Fashion Island Hotel, Newport Beach. Register early for this event as we are expecting to sell out quickly. To learn more about Childhelp visit our website at Julie Adams, Chapter President, Patti Edwards, Childhelp National Board Member, Linda www.childhelp.org. Burns, Event Co-Chair, Tami Smith, Event Co-Chair, Kathryn Cenci. Event Date, March 15, 2018. Event Location: Fashion Island Hotel, Newport Beach Athletes First Classic Gala
MARCH 16 Organization: Orangewood Foundation Website: www.athletesfirstclassic.com Please join superstar athletes, top celebrities, and business and community leaders at this extravaganza at Monarch Beach Resort, benefiting Orangewood Foundation. Honorees will be announced soon.
Celebrate JSerra
MARCH 16 Organization: JSerra Catholic High School Website: www.jserra.org/celebrate Celebrate JSerra is back in its 5th year! Join us for a wonderful evening celebrating the growth and success of our school on Saturday, March 16th at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Enjoy outstanding food and drink, live band, and many special moments with board Celebrate JSerra 2018 members, families, and friends of the community. This annual spring benefit dinner makes it possible for many JSerra students to receive a high-quality private education and enjoy numerous co-curricular activities. Without these gifts, they wouldn’t have the opportunity to be Lions. Sponsorship and ticket information is available at jserra.org/celebrate.
OCSA 2019 Gala: Let’s Get Loud
MARCH 16 Organization: Orange County School of the Arts Website: www.ocsarts.net/attendgala Support up-and-coming young artists and scholars at Orange County School of the Arts 2019 Gala, “Let’s Get Loud.” Our black-tie affair at Hotel Irvine will envelop you in the spirited rhythms of Latin culture and tropical splendor. Enjoy a three-course meal full of savory Latin-inspired flavors and partake in our vibrant live and silent auctions. This night of “Livin’ La Vida Loca” will include an energetic production full of pop-contemporary tunes and Broadway classics. Get ready, get up, and get loud – you won’t want to miss this year’s festive celebration!
Orange County School of the Arts annual Gala features a dynamic performance by more Orange County Heart and Stroke Walk than 300 talented artists from across the school’s 15 arts conservatories MARCH 16 Organization: American Heart Association Website: www.ocheartwalk.org By participating in the Heart Walk, you’re joining a million Heart Walk Heroes from across the nation raising funds for lifesaving science. Science that can teach us all how to live longer and be Healthy For Good. The Heart Walk is a 5K (3.1 mi) Walk or 5K Timed Race. There are activities for the entire family.
Building Dreams Fundraising Breakfast
MARCH 21 Organization: Habitat for Humanity of Orange County Website: www.HabitatOC.org The Building Dreams Fundraising Breakfast is an annual event that brings together passionate individuals to learn more about Habitat for Humanity of Orange County (Habitat OC) and raise funds to build affordable homes for hardworking families in need of a hand up, not a handout. This is a great opportunity to hear first-hand from families who worked hard to purchase a Habitat OC home and the impact a roof over their head has made in their lives. The event features an interactive activity, a video showcasing Habitat OC programs and Orange County Heart and Stroke Walk (March 24, 2018) families, and various speakers including homeowners and influential Habitat OC supporters. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 9:56 AM Page 17 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 9:28 AM Page 18
A-18 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 MARCH EVENTS An Evening of Ella Fitzgerald with Jane Monheit
MARCH 22 Organization: Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens Website: www.go.casaromantica.org/Jane-Monheit Billboard chart-topping vocalist Jane Monheit will perform a soaring tribute to Ella Fitzgerald at Casa Romantica’s sensational black-tie dinner fundraiser on Friday, March 22, 2019, which includes a three-course catered meal, wine pairings, and a live auction. VIP tickets include an intimate champagne reception with the artist, whom the New York Times reported as being “blessed with a voice of phenomenal beauty.” Tickets support Casa Romantica’s critically-acclaimed performing arts education programs for youth and people of all ages in South Orange County. For tickets or sponsorship opportunities, call (949) 498-2139 or email [email protected]. Some of the fantastic CHOC Follies Cast singing and dancing for the kids! Galaxy of Stars - Havana Nights
MARCH 23 Organization: Cornelia Connelly High School Website: www.connellyschoolanaheim.org/support-ccs/galaxy-of-stars/ Cornelia Connelly High School’s annual Galaxy of Stars event is Connelly’s largest fundraising event of the year. This event supports the school’s forward-thinking mission of empowering young women leaders through academic excellence, artistic expression, faith development, international study, and service. We invite all who are interested in supporting all-girls, global education in Orange County to attend. Event details: Saturday, March 23, 2019, at 6:30 pm at the Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel. Theme: Havana Nights. Join us for an evening of fine dining, dancing, and a fabulous silent and live auction. For sponsorship information or tickets, contact Aykesha Walker at [email protected]. CHOC Follies
MARCH 28 Organization: CHOC Foundation Website: www.chocfollies.org Cal State Fullerton’s annual Hispanic Golf Tournament supports Titan students through the With a cast of nearly 100 Orange County business, social and civic leaders, the twenty- Abrego Future Scholars Program. April 2, 2018 second annual CHOC Follies is proud to present “Ellas, Bellas, and Orange County Fellas” at Orange Coast College’s Robert B. Moore Theatre. The original musical comedy will run from March 28-March 30. Visit www.chocfollies.org for more information, or to purchase tickets, sponsorships, ads or make a donation. 32nd Annual Hispanic Scholarship Golf Tournament
MARCH 29 Organization: California State University, Fullerton Website: www.fullerton.edu/hispanic-golf Be a part of Cal State Fullerton’s 32nd Annual Hispanic Scholarship Golf Tournament. Held at Oak Creek Golf Club and Driving Range in Irvine, CA. The event includes a full day of activities with lunch and snacks on the course and a dinner and live auction after the event. All sponsorships, participation and gifts benefit the Abrego Future Scholars Program. For information on participation or donations, contact Eric Lane at: [email protected] or (657) 278-2566. St. Mary’s Spring Gala Serena and Matthew Benson at the 2018 St. Mary’s Spring Gala MARCH 29 Organization: St. Mary’s School Website: www.smaa.org St. Mary’s 2019 Galapalooza will be held at the Hotel Irvine. This special evening will celebrate the school’s commitment to equally engaging the heart and the mind to empower our students to change the world by united purpose with understanding. Proceeds from the Spring Gala support the people and programs that further this mission every day. Enjoy an evening of festival fun with silent and live auctions, live entertainment and dining wrapped in the ambiance of an outdoor music festival. For information on auction donations or sponsorship opportunities, call (949) 448-9027. Spring Gala 2019
MARCH 30 Organization: MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation Website: www.memorialcare.org/SpringGala Spring Gala 2019 will benefit Cancer and Infusion Services at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. The event will be held at Montage Laguna Beach, where guests will be swept away to the Mediterranean coast of Greece, and will feature an elegant reception and dinner, live auction, and dancing. We will also celebrate the opening of the Jean Howard Infusion Center, an outpatient center just for chemotherapy and infusion therapy patients. Guests will see how Saddleback Medical Center stays at the forefront of cancer prevention, Event co-chairs Ginger and Steve Geidt, at Spring Gala 2018, held June 2, 2018, at Monarch diagnosis and treatment with cutting-edge imaging, mammography and radiation equipment. Beach Resort For sponsorship opportunities, call (949) 452-3724. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:05 PM Page 19 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:06 PM Page 20
A-20 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 TOP 5 WALK / RUNS #1
American Heart Association Event Name: Heart and Stroke Walk Event Date: March 24, 2018 Attendance: 10,000 Location: Angel Stadium of Anaheim Net Revenue: $2,292,020 www.ocHeartWalk.org
The Edwards Lifesciences Heart Walk Team at the 2018 Orange County Heart and Stroke Walk
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Komen OC Board members with their families and Komen staff at the 2018 Komen Orange County Race for the Cure. From left to right: Dr. Lisa Guerra and son Aiden, Debbie and Craig Glorioso, Stacy Davis, Gretchen Valentine, Scott Sherman and Dr. January Lopez Susan G. Komen Orange County 2018 Light The Night Supporters with Rod Carew MLB Hall of Famer & Dennis Kuhl Chairman of Angels Baseball Event Name: Komen Orange County Race for the Cure The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Event Date: September 23, 2018 Event Name: 2018 Orange County Light The Night Walk Attendance: 15,000 Event Date: September 22, 2018 Location: Pacific Life Insurance Company at Attendance: 10,000 Fashion Island, Newport Beach Location: Angels Stadium of Anaheim Net Revenue: $850,000 Net Revenue: $660,111 www.komen.org/race www.lls.org
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Thousands of runners, walkers and cyclists participate in the annual UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge to raise funds to support groundbreaking cancer research. Last year’s event funded a dozen re- The crowd is warming up before the walk, in support of the health of all search projects intended to advance the understanding of cancer biology, convert discoveries moms and babies to potential new treatments and innovate new ways to improve existing cancer therapy
UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge March of Dimes Event Name: UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge Event Name: March for Babies Event Date: May 19, 2018 Event Date: April 29, 2018 Attendance: 3,000 Attendance: 5,000 Location: Orange County Great Park, Irvine Location: Fashion Island, Newport Beach Net Revenue: $500,000 Net Revenue: $305,686 www.anti-cancerchallenge.org www.marchforbabies.org/event/orangecountyca CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:06 PM Page 21 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/24/19 3:15 PM Page 22
A-22 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019
APRIL 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Wednesday 3 The Orange Catholic Foundation Conference on Business & Ethics www.OrangeCatholicFoundation.org Thursday 4 Tustin Public Schools Foundation Golf Classic www.tpsf.net Friday 5 Crean Lutheran High School Saints Golf Classic www.clshs.org/golfclassic Friday 5 Newport/Mesa Proliteracy Gift of Literacy www.newportliteracy.org Sunday 7 Make-A-Wish OC and the Inland Empire Women's Circle of Wishes Present: It's in the Bag www.ocie.wish.org/bag Sunday 7 Orange County Ronald McDonald House Walk for Kids www.rmhcsc.org/orangecounty Monday 8 UC Irvine - Paul Merage School of Business Merage Classic Golf Tournament www.merage.uci.edu Tuesday 9 South County Outreach Empty Bowls www.sco-oc.org/events/ Wednesday 10 Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America Men of Character Dinner www.ocbsa.org Friday 12 Olive Crest Wine Women & Shoes Benefitting Olive Crest Orange County www.winewomenandshoes.com/event/oc Friday 12 Coastline Community College Foundation Social Role of Higher Education Summit www.coastline.edu/foundation Saturday 13 UCP of Orange County Life Without Limits Gala www.ucpoc.org/gala Saturday 13 Pathway School Pathway of Hope Dinner and Auction www.pathwayschool.net Saturday 13 San Clemente Christian School Lights Camera Auction Gala! www.SanClementeChristianSchool.com Saturday 13 The Prentice School 2019 Education Reimagined Gala: Together, We Achieve www.prentice.org/gala Saturday 13 Project Self-Sufficiency Wine Cheese and Chocolate Please Gala www.psswccp.com Tuesday 16 Southern California Hospice Foundation 12th Annual Hospice Golf Tournament www.socalhospicefoundation.org Friday 19 Anaheim Family YMCA Anaheim Family YMCA Good Friday Breakfast www.anaheimymca.org Wednesday 24 OneOC OneOC's 2019 Spirit of Volunteerism Awards Luncheon www.oneoc.org Thursday 25 Think Together Raise A Hand Dinner & Experience www.thinktogether.org/raiseahand Thursday 25 Hoag Hospital Foundation 32nd Annual Circle 1000 Founders’ Celebration Brunch www.circle1000.org Saturday 27 WHW WANTED! WHW's Wild Wild West Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show www.whw.org Saturday 27 Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of OC Celebration of Children Black & White Ball www.casacelebrationofchildren.org Saturday 27 Project Hope Alliance 6th Annual Anti Gala www.projecthopealliance.org Saturday 27 Concordia University Irvine Gala of Stars www.cui.edu/gala Sunday 28 Wells of Life Run4Water www.wellsoflife.org Monday 29 Tilly's Life Center Tilly's 2019 Charity Golf Tournament www.tillyslifecenter.org APRIL EVENTS
Conference on Business & Ethics
APRIL 3 Organization: The Orange Catholic Foundation Website: www.OrangeCatholicFoundation.org Our Conference on Business & Ethics has gathered thousands of business, religious, aca- demic and philanthropic leaders over the years in support of raising funds for tuition assis- tance. We invite you to support and attend this premier event that not only produces a valuable annual forum for business leaders in Orange County, but also provides financial Debbie Vallas, former Principal at Christ Cathedral Academy, is pictured with Sharon and Grace aid for elementary students in the Diocese of Orange who desire, but otherwise could not Nguyen, Orange Catholic Foundation tuition assistance recipients, who shared their story and gratitude to the generous donors at the 2018 Conference on Business & Ethics afford high quality Catholic education. Last year, we impacted the lives of more than 350 young children. Please help us grow this number by sharing and supporting this event!
Men of Character Dinner
APRIL 10 Organization: Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America Website: www.ocbsa.org Celebrating 20 years in 2019, the Men of Character Dinner has recognized hundreds of ex- traordinary men for their unique contributions to the Orange County community. The Boy Scouts will honor six men from varied backgrounds and professions who are selected be- cause of their devotion to family, faith and community. They exemplify the traits of the Scout Law: trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, and clean and reverent. The funds raised from this dinner serve 20,000 young men and Ralph Linzmeier, Founder; Paul Lange; Jeff McBride; John Rochford; Christopher Wesierski; women through a variety of leadership, character development and life-skills education pro- Burton Young and Curtis Reese at the Men of Character Dinner grams. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 10:25 AM Page 23 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:08 PM Page 24
A-24 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 APRIL EVENTS Anaheim Family YMCA Good Friday Breakfast
APRIL 19 Organization: Anaheim Family YMCA Website: www.anaheimymca.org/ The Anaheim Family YMCA Good Friday Breakfast is an inspirational morning of praise and community fellowship. This event features an uplifting message from a keynote speaker, musical performance by the Vanguard University Choir and Orchestra, and Master of Cere- monies, Ed Arnold. This event is faith-based, welcomes all and has been a tradition in Ana- heim the past 52 years. For more information, contact Kayla Steinbauer at (714) 635-9622 or [email protected]. Raise A Hand Dinner & Experience
APRIL 25 Organization: Think Together Website: www.thinktogether.org/raiseahand Line up with students. Raise a hand for change. Think Together’s annual dinner event brings together passionate individuals and corporations throughout California to support ex- cellence in education. Interact with current students and experience what it’s like to be in a Think Together program. Celebrate Champions of Change and Faces of the Future award recipients. And help Think Together raise the funding necessary to equip students with the Guests at Think Together’s 2018 Raise A Hand Dinner & Experience learn how to code from stu- tools they need to succeed. Together we can change the odds for all kids. For more infor- dent Emily mation and to purchase tickets, visit thinktogether.org/raiseahand. 32nd Annual Circle 1000 Founders’ Celebration Brunch
APRIL 25 Organization: Hoag Hospital Foundation Website: www.circle1000.org The Circle 1000 Founders’ Celebration Brunch celebrates Circle 1000’s annual fundraising efforts to benefit the Hoag Family Cancer Institute. Since its founding in 1987, Circle 1000 has raised over $19 million. Last year’s Circle 1000 Founders’ Celebration Brunch cele- brated a legacy of service to those affected by cancer with stand-up comic Karen Mills who shared her story as an ovarian cancer survivor and advocate. The event raised $1.057 mil- lion which will help fund innovative treatment approaches and valuable support programs that educate and empower many before, during and after a cancer diagnosis. To learn more, visit www.circle1000.org. Social Role of Higher Education Summit
APRIL 26 Organization: Coastline Community College Foundation Website: www.coastline.edu/foundation On Friday, April 26, 2019, Coastline College Foundation is hosting a summit to explore the advance of social responsibility in higher education, and how colleges provide invaluable re- sources that impact their community. This is your opportunity to participate and learn how corporations, foundations and social service agencies partner with higher education institu- tions to tackle social issues that the community faces, such as food & housing insecurities, unemployment, mental health & wellness, and other diverse topics. Ticket price includes luncheon with panel speakers, exhibitor hall and networking opportunities. Visit www.coast- Concordia University Students perform at 2017 Gala of Stars line.edu/foundation for more information. Gala of Stars
APRIL 27 Organization: Concordia University Irvine Website: www.cui.edu/gala Join in the fun and raise funds for student scholarships at Concordia University Irvine’s an- nual GALA OF STARS on Saturday, April 27, 2019, on the campus at 1530 Concordia in Irvine. The evening features more than 120 silent auction baskets as well as fabulous live auction packages. Be the lucky bidder and take home sports items, trips, wine tasting tours and much more. Enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres and dinner catered by Bon Appetit. The evening concludes with musical entertainment by Concordia’s talented students. Don’t miss out! Invite your family, friends and business colleagues. More information at www.cui.edu/gala or call (949) 214-3185. Wanted! WHW’s Wild Wild West Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show
APRIL 27 Organization: WHW Website: www.whw.org On Saturday, April 27, 2019, WHW will gather with supporters and friends to enjoy a lively afternoon of Empowering Employment Success in the style of the old west! With the Balboa Bay Club’s iconic Newport Beach waterfront setting, the fun event will include a robust silent auction, martini bar, whiskey tasting, a gourmet luncheon, inspiring messages from WHW Job Seekers, an exciting live auction and a western-themed fashion show featuring WHW’s WHW CEO, Janie Best and Sponsor Karen Inman, President and COO of Antis Roofing & Water- Deja New. Your support will help local job seekers get and keep good jobs, increasing eco- proofing enjoy WHW’s 2018 Hollywood-Themed Luncheon and Fashion Show nomic stability for our entire community. We hope you will join us! CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:08 PM Page 25
JANUARY 21, 2019 CHARITY EVENT GUIDE ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL A-25 APRIL EVENTS
Celebration of Children Black & White Ball
APRIL 27 Organization: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Orange County Website: www.casacelebrationofchildren.org CASA’s signature fundraiser is the annual Celebration of Children Black & White Ball which nets over $1 million dollars and propels the mission of mentoring and advocating for youth in the foster care system. Co-Chaired by Barclay Butera, Dana Chou, Nancy Eaton, Bobbie Howe, Lourdes Nark, Urvashi Patel, Dana Strader and Wendy Tenebaum. This year’s hon- orees include Twila True as Outstanding Corporation, Jeff and Jenny Gross on behalf of The William, Jeff and Jennifer Gross Family Foundation as Children’s Champions and the Tarsadia Foundation as Outstanding Foundation. Silent & Live Auction, Entertainment, and gourmet dinner served. Alan True, Twila True from CASA Celebration, March 10, 2018
Tilly’s 2019 Charity Golf Tournament
APRIL 29 Organization: Tilly’s Life Center Website: www.tillyslifecenter.org Tournament Foursome $3000, Cocktail Hour Tickets $150, Sponsorships Available. Join us for a unique and fun day of golf hosted by Tillys at the beautiful Mission Viejo Country Club while raising funds for Tilly’s Life Center! This year’s tournament will be like none other with games, food, drinks and booths by your favorite brands. After golf, enjoy a cocktail hour and silent auction with all proceeds supporting Tilly’s Life Center’s mission to provide teens the tools needed to overcome adversity, discover purpose and ultimately find happiness and success. Mission Viejo Country Club, 26200 Country Club Dr, Mission Viejo. Contact: Christina Morrissey (949) 648-0001 or [email protected].
Larry and Tilly Levine, Co-Founder, Tillys and Founder, Tilly’s Life Center, enjoy the cocktail hour and auction after golf. April 23, 2018 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 2:31 PM Page 26
A-26 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019
MAY 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Thursday 2 Royal Family KIDS The Urgent Gala www.RFK.org
Thursday 2 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Orange County's Finest - Young Professional Event finest.cff.org/OCFinest
Friday 3 Alzheimer's Association Women #Endalz Luncheon www.alz.org
Friday 3 American Red Cross Orange County Heroes Luncheon www.redcross.org/ocheroes
Saturday 4 Sage Hill School Spring Celebration www.sagehillschool.org/page
Saturday 4 Earthroots Field School Earthroots Spring Benefit www.earthrootsfieldschool.org
Monday 6 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire Big Brothers Big Sisters 42nd Annual Golf Tournament www.ocbigs.org
Tuesday 7 Carter-Drenner-KALMS Foundation 8th Annual Dad’s Club Charity Golf Tournament www.carterdrennerkalms.org
Thursday 9 Pretend City Children's Museum Pretend City 10th Annual Poker Tournament www.pretendcity.org
Thursday 9 Orange County Community Housing Corporation The Lantern - lighting the path www.occhc.org
Thursday 9 MOMS Orange County Healthy Beginnings Luncheon www.momsorangecounty.org
Friday 10 Mission Hospital Foundation Valiant Women Luncheon and Fashion Show www.mission4health.com/vwluncheon
Saturday 11 Human Options A Night of Serious Fun www.humanoptions.org
Saturday 11 Susan G. Komen Orange County Pink Tie Ball www.komenoc.org/pinktieball
Saturday 11 Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach 19th Annual Art of Giving Gala www.bgclagunabeach.org
Wednesday 15 KidWorks KidWorks Golf Classic www.kidworksoc.org/golf
Thursday 16 Childhelp Childhelp Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic www.childhelpoc.com
Thursday 16 Orange County United Way 2019 United Way Women’s Philanthropy Fund Breakfast www.WPFBreakfast.org
Thursday 16 Casa Teresa 40th Annual Neill Sullivan Legacy Golf Classic, benefiting Casa Teresa www.casateresa.org
Friday 17 Jewish Federation & Family Services Women’s VOICES www.jewishorangecounty.org/get-involved/women
Friday 17 Habitat for Humanity of Orange County Leaders Build Challenge www.HabitatOC.org
Saturday 18 Muscular Dystrophy Association MDA Muscle Walk of Orange County www.musclewalkmda.org/orangecounty
Saturday 18 Laguna Playhouse Laguna Playhouse Annual Gala Honoring Hershey Felder www.lagunaplayhousegala.org
Saturday 25 Adoption Guild of Southern California Roy Emerson Adoption Guild Tennis Classic www.adoptionguild.org CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:09 PM Page 27 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:10 PM Page 28
A-28 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 MAY EVENTS
The Urgent Gala
MAy 2 Organization: Royal Family KIDS Website: www.RFK.org Be part of an inspirational evening, one that emphasizes an urgent need to address the young and innocent victims of neglect, abuse, and abandonment in the foster care system. Royal Family KIDS 2018 fundraiser – The Urgent Gala, will attract Orange County business leaders and philanthropists who care about our community and the children … our future. For ticket information: [email protected] or (714) 438-2494.
Attendees of Royal Family KIDS Annual Gala help support programs that radically change lives and transform communities Big Brother Big Sister 42nd Annual Golf Tournament
MAy 6 Organization: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire Website: www.ocbigs.org Step out onto the green at Newport Beach Country Club for the Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual Golf Tournament. This event raises critical funds for the nonprofit’s life-changing one-to-one youth mentoring programs. The day includes unlimited food trucks and on- course contests, as well as a helicopter ball drop and live music at the sunset reception. Foursomes and sponsorship opportunities sell out quickly—for more information, contact Laura Marcum at [email protected] or (714) 619-7034.
8th Annual Dad’s Club Charity Golf Tournament
The 2018 Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual Golf Tournament raised funds for one-to-one mentoring for youth facing adversity MAy 7 Organization: Carter-Drenner-KALMS Foundation Website: www.carterdrennerkalms.org May 7th, 2019 marks the 8th Annual Dad’s Club Charity Golf Tournament hosted by Carter- Drenner-KALMS Foundation, Inc. Come join us for a fun filled day of golf, contests, prizes, raffle, auctions, dinner and more! We also have active military join us for a free day of golf to thank them for their service. The Dad’s club and Carter-Drenner-KALMS have joined forces for almost a decade to raise funds together. Help us continue our mission, in providing Orange County children with the latest technology to maximize their education and funding our local kinship programs to help relative caregivers and their children.
Valiant Women Luncheon and Fashion Show
MAy 10 The Golf Committee May 1st, 2018. From Left: Volunteer Shelby Bollenbacher, President Ed Organization: Mission Hospital Foundation Carter, Treasurer Mark Drenner, Head of Committee Morgan Moore & Front Center Director Website: www.mission4health.com/vwluncheon of Relations & Fundraising Sara Drenner We Can Be Heroes is the theme of the Valiant Women Luncheon at the beautiful Monarch Beach Resort. The highlights of this dynamic event include a fashion show featuring Mission Hospital doctors and nurses, silent auction and raffle drawings. Fashions will be provided by retailers from The Shops at Mission Viejo, the event’s Title Sponsor. The event supports Mission Women’s Wellness Center, Nursing Center of Excellence and the Nursing Scholarship Program at Mission Hospital.
KidWorks Golf Classic
MAy 15 Organization: KidWorks Website: www.kidworksoc.org/golf Join Orange County’s Real Estate community in supporting the 7th annual KidWorks Golf Classic at Pelican Hill Resort. KidWorks leadership development and academic enrichment programs begin at pre-school and continue through a students’ college journey to prepare today’s students for the workforce of tomorrow. Every dollar donated will help place even John Miller (Chief Development Officer), Lisa Brabender (Chair, Valiant Women Board of more students on the path towards college success. On-course contests, and activities, Directors), Carolyn Mower (Valiant Women Luncheon Chair) and Patsy Sanquist (The gourmet food, specialty cocktails, reception, dinner and more! Tee-off is at 11a.m. and Shops at Mission Viejo, Title Sponsor) at the 2018 Valiant Women Luncheon and Fashion registration begins at 9.am. Show CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:10 PM Page 29 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:11 PM Page 30
A-30 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 TOP 5 LUNCHEONS #1
Harvesters Event Name: Harvesters Fashion Show & Luncheon Event Date: October 3, 2018 Attendance: 400-plus Location: Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall Net Revenue: $1,044,358.91 www.FeedOC.org
Kathryn Cenci, Director of Community Relations, South Coast Plaza, and Harvesters co-chair Lauren Wong
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Steven L. Craig, President & CEO/Craig Realty Group and KidWorks Foundation for Suc- cess Luncheon Honoree and recipient of the KidWorks Dan Donahue Leadership Award; Terry Donahue, Football Analyst; Michael F. Harrah, President/Caribou Industries; David A. Bottom Row: Arlene Miller, Ann Miller, Heather Kline Top Row: Na- Pyle, CEO/American Career College and Executive Chairman of the Board/West Coast Uni- dine Durbach, Margot Shapiro, Alina Spaulding, Susie Essman, versity; Patrick Donahue, President & CEO/Donahue Schriber Barby Schwid, Lori Schwartz
Jewish Federation & Family Services KidWorks Event Name: Women’s VOICES Event Name: Foundation for Success Luncheon Event date: March 11 Event Date: November 8, 2018 Attendance: 677 Attendance: 440+ Location: Hotel Irvine, Irvine Location: Santa Ana DoubleTree Hotel Net Revenue: $851,101 Net Revenue: $748,188 www.jewishorangecounty.org/get-involved/women www.kidworksoc.org/foundation-for-success/ #4 #5
Julie Adams, President; Patti Edwards, National Board Member& Hon- orary Chair; Linda Burns, Luncheon Co-Chair; Tami Smith, Luncheon Co-Chair; Kathryn Cenci, Director of Community Relations -South Coast From left: Stuart Winston, Idit Ferder, Moti Ferder, Regan Phillips Plaza Childhelp Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Orange County Event Name: Childhelp Annual Fashion Event Name: Friends of CASA Holiday Luncheon Show and Luncheon Event Date: December 13, 2018 Event Date: March 15, 2018 Attendance: 525 Attendance: 394 Location: Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point Location: Fashion Island Hotel Net Revenue: $452,109.68 Net Revenue: $391,905 www.casaholidayluncheon.org www.childhelp.org CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:11 PM Page 31 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/16/19 9:29 AM Page 32
A-32 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 MAY EVENTS Childhelp Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic
MAY 16 Organization: Childhelp Website: www.childhelpoc.com This year marks Childhelp’s 60th year anniversary and the 37th year for our golf tournament. The Childhelp Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic continues in the spirit of late NFL great, Rich Saul, who was dedicated to changing the lives of abused and neglected children. The tournament hosts a full day of golf, comradery, live and silent auctions and Join Orange County’s Real Estate dinner at the Pelican Hill Golf Club. NFL Ram’s legends and local business leaders community in supporting the KidWorks Hershey Felder at Laguna Playhouse participate in the day’s activities. The tournament is SOLD OUT, but you can still become Golf Classic - May 3rd, 2018 involved by being a hospitality sponsor. To learn more about Childhelp visit www.childhelp.org. 2019 United Way Women’s Philanthropy Fund Breakfast
MAY 16 Organization: Orange County United Way Website: WPFBreakfast.org Connect with more than 900 of the community’s most influential philanthropists at Orange County United Way’s annual Women’s Philanthropy Fund Breakfast—Orange County’s premier fundraising breakfast event—to transform the future of Orange County’s next generation. Now in its 16th year, the inspirational event raises funds for local programs and services that empower OC women and families. This year’s keynote speaker is Erin Andrews, one of the most recognizable and respected female sports broadcasters. Tickets will sell out — don’t miss out on this opportunity to support at-risk women and children. For more information, contact Jessica Vanderwell at [email protected] or (949) 263-6123.
Keynote speaker Earvin “Magic” Johnson shared his passion for giving back at the 2018 United Way Women’s Philanthropy Fund Breakfast Leaders Build Challenge MAY 17 Organization: Habitat for Humanity of Orange County Website: www.HabitatOC.org Join Habitat for Humanity of Orange County’s signature fundraising event – Leaders Build Challenge on Friday, May 17, 2019. Leaders Build Challenge is a one of a kind event that gives participants a chance to experience camaraderie, competition, and celebration. This one-day event will allow prominent OC business leaders to build a Habitat home side by side amongst other influential leaders in various industries. It brings business and community leaders together to build affordable homes, to network, and to compete with one another: all while helping Habitat OC build homes, community, and hope.
Laguna Playhouse Annual Gala Honoring Hershey Felder
MAY 18 Organization: Laguna Playhouse Former LA Rams Jackie Slater, Sam Perricone, Former LA Rams Phil Olsen, Event Co-Chair Website: www.lagunaplayhousegala.org Eileen Saul, Former LA Rams, Former LA Rams Jack Youngblood and Vince Ferragamo. Laguna Playhouse’s Annual Gala honors our brightest stars and local philanthropists. This Event Date, May 17, 2018. Location, Pelican Hill Golf Club, Newport Coast year we are honoring Hershey Felder for nearly a decade of bringing highly acclaimed productions to our stage. We will celebrate his rich history, success, and contributions to Laguna Playhouse. Co-Chaired by Glenn Gray and Lisa Hale, this year’s Gala will adorn guests with the best of style, elegance, and entertainment that epitomizes our success as the longest running theatre in Orange County. Join us for a unique evening of music and entertainment that sets us apart making this one of the most successful events in Orange County.
Roy Emerson Adoption Guild Tennis Classic
MAY 25 Organization: Adoption Guild of Southern California Website: www.adoptionguild.org For 58 consecutive years, this tournament has been a Memorial Day Weekend tradition in Orange County. Tennis players and fans from all over Southern California will enjoy a weekend of tennis and the famous tournament party. The host club for the weekend event is Palisades Tennis Club in Newport Beach. Australian-born tennis champion Roy Emerson will be on hand to lend support throughout the weekend. Players can sign up for Singles and Doubles at the Open level as well as a series of NTRP levels. Sponsors enjoy prime seating for all finals matches. This tennis classic is always a sell-out event. To register for Tournament Co-Chairs Katie Richardson (L) and Chris Garber (R) with HFS (Holy Family the event or find out more about the Adoption Guild and Sponsorship opportunities, visit the Services) Family and their adopted children. Last year’s event was May 25-28, 2018 website at www.adoptionguild.org. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 3:25 PM Page 33
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JUNE 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Saturday 1 J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center Shea Center Gala Changes Disabled Lives www.sheacenter.org
Saturday 1 CHOC Foundation CHOC Children's Poker Tournament www.chocpoker.org
Saturday 1 Therapeutic Riding center of Huntington Beach Casino Night www.trchb.org
Saturday 1 Girls Inc. of Orange County My Bold Future Annual Event www.girlsinc-oc.org
Monday 3 Public Law Center Volunteers for Justice Dinner www.publiclawcenter.org
Thursday 6 Mission Hospital Foundation Mission Hospital Golf Classic www.mission4health.com/golf
Friday 7 Orangewood Foundation 15th Annual 44 Women for Orangewood Scholarship Luncheon www.44womenfororangewood.org/events
Friday 7 Kure It, Inc. 2nd Annual Rivals Cup www.kureit.org
Saturday 8 UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge www.anti-cancerchallenge.org
Saturday 8 Parkinson's Foundation Moving Day OC- A walk to fight Parkinson's www.movingdayorangecounty.org
Saturday 8 Grandma's House of Hope OUTRAGED! Exposing the Truth About Human Trafficking, www.grandmashouseofhope.org with Special Guest: Actor Dylan McDermott
Saturday 8 Orangewood Foundation Beacon of Light Ball www.beaconoflightball.org
Saturday 8 My Hero Project Making Waves in Education Celebration www.MyHero.com
Saturday 8 Children's Bureau Children's Bureau Summer Soirée www.all4kids.org/soiree
Monday 10 Goodwill of Orange County Goodwill Golf Classic www.ocgoodwill.org
Saturday 15 Fullerton Arboretum Party In The Garden www.fullertonarboretum.org
Thursday 20 Segerstrom Center for the Arts Arts and Business Leadership Awards Dinner www.scfta.org
Monday 24 Cal State Fullerton- Mihaylo College of Business and Economics Mihaylo Folino Golf Classic www.business.fullerton.edu/golf
Thursday 27 Orangewood Foundation 22nd Annual Stars & Stripes Fishing, Golf & Music Festival www.starsandstripestournament.com
Saturday 29 Working Wardrobes For A New Start Bluejeans and Fast Cars Gala www.workingwardrobes.org
TBD Hoag Hospital Foundation 32nd Annual Hoag Summer Fest www.hoagpromise.org/hoagsummerfest CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:12 PM Page 34
A-34 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 JUNE EVENTS Shea Center Gala Changes Disabled Lives
JUNE 1 Organization: J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center Website: www.sheacenter.org Celebrating The Shea Center’s 41st year, this luxurious gala at Montage Laguna Beach begins on the Pacific Lawn with thematic entertainment, passed hors d’oeuvres, and handcrafted cocktails. Over 400 sponsors and friends will gather to support the Center’s mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities through horse-related programs. Following a luscious Montage dinner in the grand ballroom, the Michael Lewis Friends of the Disabled Awards are presented. Named for the Center’s first rider, the awards recognize the contributions of individuals, organizations, families and companies that positively affect the lives of people with disabilities at The Shea Center and in the greater community.
The Shea Center 2018 gala committee (from left): Kerry Wright, Teri Akhamlich, Bonnie East- man, Debbie Martin, Pam Moellenhoff, Allyson Constantino, Leslie Calhoun, Erin Estes, Julie Frost and Tracy Theodora Photo credit: Pixel That! Photography CHOC Children’s Poker Tournament JUNE 1 Organization: CHOC Foundation Website: www.chocpoker.org Join us for the 2nd Annual CHOC Children’s Poker Tournament, All in for Kids! This lively evening at the Marriott Irvine Spectrum, brings together celebrities, athletes and professional poker players with CHOC friends and grateful families. Experience the thrill of a world-class poker tournament, with World Poker Tour Events dealing you in to Orange County’s hottest poker party! Learn more at chocpoker.org or contact Ashley Loera at [email protected] or (714) 509.7644
My Bold Future Annual Event
JUNE 1 Organization: Girls Inc. of Orange County Website: www.girlsinc-oc.org Join Girls Inc. as we celebrate 65 years of serving Orange County girls on June 1 at our My Bold Future Annual Event at the Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach. We will All in for the kids! honor the culmination of our girls’ 12-year experience as we send them off to college, meet the next generation of female leaders and hear their life-changing stories. This fun and inspiring evening includes reception, dinner, silent auction, live auction, and our signature ‘Sponsor-A-Girl’ segment. Please contact Dennis Williams at 714.597.8604 or [email protected] for sponsorship and ticket information. Volunteers for Justice Dinner
JUNE 3 Organization: Public Law Center Website: www.publiclawcenter.org On Monday, June 3, 2019, nearly 1,000 leaders from the Orange County legal, business and civic communities will gather for the Public Law Center’s annual Volunteers for Justice Dinner at the Hotel Irvine. We hope you will join us for this inspiring event as we celebrate our 38th year of service to the Orange County community. This event provides an opportunity to support the over 1,600 volunteer attorneys, paralegals and law students who work with us to provide free legal services to low income Orange County residents. For more information visit our website at www.publiclawcenter.org. Mission Hospital Golf Classic Ralph and Sue Stern with Girls Inc. Alumna Tania Jaramillo at the 2018 Annual Event JUNE 6 Organization: Mission Hospital Golf Classic Website: www.mission4health.com/golf Always a sell-out, the Audi•INFINITI•Volvo Mission Viejo Golf Classic will be held at Pelican Hill Golf Club. This fun day includes 18-holes of golf, a swag bag, breakfast/lunch/dinner, contest holes, live/silent auctions, raffle drawings and awards. One of the highlights of the event is the grand prize drawing of an Audi, INFINITI or Volvo. This tournament is consistently rated as one of the premier golf events in Orange County. All proceeds benefit Mission Hospital.
2nd Annual Rivals Cup
JUNE 7 Organization: Kure It, Inc. Website: www.kureit.org Kure It will host its 2nd Annual Rivals Cup Golf Tournament at Pelican Hill Golf Club in Newport Beach. Proceeds benefit cross-town rivals UCLA Jonsson & USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Centers for underfunded cancer research. Since 2012, Kure It has raised over $3 million for cancer research at these National Cancer Institutes. Join the fight Left to right: Dan Robinson, Robinson Calcagnie; Christy Lea, Knobbe Martens; Kris Wood, Or- as twosomes and foursomes team up to play 18 holes and enjoy breakfast/lunch/dinner, rick; Mike Ermer, Irell & Manella; Ken Babcock, Public Law Center at the 2018 Volunteers for contest holes, auctions and awards. For more information or sponsorship opportunities, Justice Dinner on June 14th email [email protected] or call (949) 748-5954. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 9:34 AM Page 35
JANUARY 21, 2019 CHARITY EVENT GUIDE ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL A-35 JUNE EVENTS 15th Annual 44 Women for Orangewood Scholarship Luncheon
JUNE 7 Organization: Orangewood Foundation Website: www.44womenfororangewood.org/events The dynamic ladies of Orangewood’s 44 Women for Orangewood auxiliary invite you to join them for a very special luncheon to raise money for college scholarships for Orange County foster youth. The event features Author, Speaker and Survivor Elizabeth Smart as the 2019 keynote speaker. Beacon of Light Ball
JUNE 8 Organization: Orangewood Foundation John Miller (Chief Development Officer), Margarita Solazzo (Chair, Foundation Board of Direc- Website: www.beaconoflightball.org tors), Matt Gunderson (Title Sponsor), Jim Bastian (Golf Committee Chair), Tarek Salaway (Chief Hosted by Kalfayan Merjanian and Titan HST, this Midsummer Night’s Dream themed event Executive) at the 2018 Golf Classic brings community leaders together to raise fund for The Lighthouse, a program of Orangewood Foundation for survivors of sex trafficking. The event includes silent and live auctions, plus entertainment. Moving Day OC-A walk to fight Parkinson’s
JUNE 8 Organization: Parkinson’s Foundation Website: www.movingdayorangecounty.org Moving Day is more than just a fundraising walk! It’s your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. It is a movement for change—towards more awareness, more funding, and more understanding of a disease that affects so many of our family and friends. No cost to attend. To register or for more information, contact Lauren Williamson at 949-398-2676 or [email protected]. OUTRAGED! Exposing the Truth About Human Trafficking, with Special Guest: Actor Dylan McDermott
JUNE 8 Organization: Grandma’s House of Hope Website: www.grandmashouseofhope.org Grandma’s House of Hope Founder and Exec- June 11, 2018 Goodwill Golf Invitational bene- Grandma’s House of Hope has been involved in the fight against Human Trafficking since utive Director Je’net Kreitner with 2019 Gala fitting the Tierney Center for Veteran Services Special Guest Dylan McDermott 2007. Since that time we have rescued and restored over 2,300 victims of violent crimes. “Outraged!” will be an evening of inspiration and healing at the Phoenix Club in Anaheim, featuring heartfelt testimonials, dinner, live music and auction. You will leave empowered to join the movement to put an end to Human Trafficking. Special Guest Dylan McDermott, who filmed a project at our shelter recently, will be honored with our “Spirit of Hope” Award. Please call (714) 558-8600 for ticket, sponsorship and VIP reception information. Goodwill Golf Classic
JUNE 10 Organization: Goodwill of Orange County Website: www.ocgoodwill.org Join Goodwill of Orange County for its annual Goodwill Golf Classic to support local veterans and their families at the renowned Pelican Hill Golf Club North Course on June 10. The tournament will raise funds for Goodwill’s Tierney Center for Veteran Services, an all-in- one resource for veterans in Orange County that provides job placement, housing assistance, financial literacy, support navigating healthcare and benefits and more. The event will also feature an exciting auction and program following the day on the green. To RSVP or for more information, contact Goodwill at (714) 480-3355 or email [email protected].
22nd Annual Stars & Stripes Fishing, Kure It 2018 Rivals Cup Chairs Tom & Dana Chou (UCLA) & Linda & Burton Young (USC) Golf & Music Festival
JUNE 27 Organization: Orangewood Foundation Website: www.starsandstripestournament.com Stars & Stripes is a world-class charity event that combines spectacular deep-sea fishing and golf on Mexico’s finest courses with beautiful accommodations and top-notch musical entertainment. The event benefits local children/youth charities including Orangewood Foundation. 32nd Annual Hoag Summer Fest
JUNE TBD Organization: Hoag Hospital Foundation Website: www.hoagpromise.org/hoagsummerfest The Hoag Summer Fest (formerly known as Hoag Summer Classic) is one of Orange County’s favorite foodie and music events, hosted by the Hoag Hospital Foundation and its 552 Club. An annual sold-out event, guests meet Orange County’s top chefs while sampling exquisite food and beverages from over 40 of the finest local restaurants. To learn more, visit www.hoagpromise.org/hoagsummerfest. Moving Day Orange County 2018 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/23/19 11:18 AM Page 36
A-36 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 TOP 5 BREAKFASTS #1
The Orange Catholic Foundation Event Name: Conference on Business & Ethics Date: May 4, 2018 Attendance: 960 Location: Hotel Irvine, Irvine Net Revenue: $470,844 www.OrangeCatholicFoundation.org
From left: Cindy Bobruk, Orange Catholic Foundation Executive Director; Tim Buckley, Bishop’s Award honoree; Coach Bruce Rollinson, Farmers & Merchants Lifetime Achievement Award honoree; Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York; The Most Reverend Kevin Vann, Bishop of Orange; Hank Evers, Diocesan Director of Marketing; Tim Strader, Bishop’s Award honoree
#2 #3
Earvin “Magic” Johnson inspired nearly 1,000 business and commu- nity influencers at the 2018 United Way Women’s Philanthropy Fund Habitat for Humanity of Orange County Board Members celebrate Habi- Breakfast th tat OC’s 30 anniversary at the Building Dreams Fundraising Breakfast held in March 2018 Orange County United Way Event Name: Women’s Philanthropy Fund Breakfast Habitat for Humanity of Orange County (with Keynote speaker “Magic” Johnson) Event Name: Building Dreams Breakfast Date: May 8, 2018 Event Date: March 22, 2018 Attendance: 950 Attendance: 130 Location: Hotel Irvine, Irvine Location: DoubleTree Hilton by Irvine Spectrum Net Revenue: $467,000 Net Revenue: $360,326 UnitedWayOC.org www.HabitatOC.org #4 #5
The Wooden Floor’s Class of 2018 - 14th consecutive class to have Dr. John Hovanesian, Harvard Eye Associates, Distinguished Eagle 100 percent of the students graduate high school and immediately en- Scout and Rodney Sacks, Chairman & CEO, Monster Energy Company roll in college and universities nationwide
The Wooden Floor Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America Event Name: 6th Step Beyond Annual Breakfast Event Name: Leadership Breakfast Date: April 26, 2018 Event Date: November 9, 2018 Attendance: 200 Attendance: 190 Location: The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa Location: Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach Net Revenue: $360,000 Net Revenue: $82,465 www.TheWoodenFloor.org www.ocbsa.org CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:13 PM Page 37 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 2:32 PM Page 38
A-38 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 JULY 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Monday 1 2-1-1 Orange County 35th Anniversary Celebration - Connecting the Unconnected 1984 - 2019 www.211oc.org Thursday 4 YMCA of Orange County 41st Annual Run in the Parks www.ymcaoc.org/charity-events/ Saturday 13 The Orange Catholic Foundation Christ Cathedral Dedication Celebration www.ChristCathedralCelebration.org AUGUST 2019 Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Thursday 1 Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation 2019 Beckman Symposium www.beckman-foundation.org Saturday 10 Free Rein Foundation Free Rein Foundation Annual Grand Prix Dinner www.freereinfoundation.org Sunday 11 CHOC Foundation CHOC Walk in the Park www.chocwalk.org Monday 19 The First Tee of Orange County 2019 Charity Golf Classic www.thefirstteeoc.org. Saturday 24 Friends of Santa Ana Zoo Zoofari 2019 www.santaanazoo.org/ Saturday 24 Festival of Arts Festival of Arts Celebrity Benefit Concert and Pageant of the Masters www.foapom.com JULY / AUGUST EVENTS Christ Cathedral Dedication Celebration
JULY 13 Organization: The Orange Catholic Foundation Website: www.ChristCathedralCelebration.org The much anticipated dedication of Christ Cathedral, formally the Crystal Cathedral, is approaching! In preparation for this joyous occasion, the Orange Catholic Foundation and Diocese of Orange will host our Christ Cathedral Dedication Celebration with world class entertainment followed by dinner. Funds raised will support the Christ Cathedral campus in its various programs, outreach, ministry and needs. On campus we serve those on the margins, educate tomorrow’s leaders, and invite people to experience God through the arts, Christ Cathedral lights up the night sky in October 2018 at the “First Lighting and Blessing culture and liturgy. After the dedication, Christ Cathedral will serve for decades, even of the Quatrefoils” celebration centuries, as a central place of worship for Southern California. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 4:22 PM Page 39
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CHOC Walk in the Park
AUGUST 11 Organization: CHOC Foundation Website: www.chocwalk.org The CHOC Walk in the Park is the country’s largest pediatric walk, with over 14,000 participants coming together to advance healthcare for children in Southern California. Over 28 years, CHOC Walk has raised more than $31 million to support education, research, and family-centered programs at CHOC. The CHOC Walk covers three miles throughout the Disneyland® Resort, including Disneyland® Park, Disney California Adventure® Park, and Downtown Disney® District. For more information about sponsorships, team creation or registration, please contact Ashley Loera at (714) 509-7644 or [email protected].
A Magical Walk for All!
Festival of Arts Celebrity Benefit Concert and Pageant of the Masters
AUGUST 24 Organization: Festival of Arts Website: www.foapom.com The Pageant of the Masters, Laguna Beach’s beloved living picture production, comes to an end each summer with a glamorous red-carpet bash that supports future arts programming and draws a star-studded crowd of celebrities – think Bryan Cranston and Neil Patrick Harris - and thousands of avid fans. Patrons enjoy a private viewing of the Festival of Arts Fine Art Show, an alfresco concert on the center green (past performers have included Herb Alpert, Melissa Manchester, James Ingram), and then head to the Irvine Bowl to watch the iconic performance. A special celebrity host will draw the winning ticket to conclude the summer-long raffle before introducing a special Pageant performance.
Celebrity Host Sara Drew with Pageant Director Diane Challis Davy and Festival Board President David Perry at the 2018 Celebrity Benefit Concert and Pageant CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 3:27 PM Page 40
A-40 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019
SEPTEMBER 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Sunday 1 The Literacy Project What Dreams Are Made Of Gala www.literacyproj.org
Saturday 7 Vanguard University Priceless www.vanguard.edu/research/gcwj/events/priceless
Saturday 7 Laura's House Laura’s House Annual Gala www.laurashouse.org
Saturday 7 The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental 2019 Hope & Help Gala www.thecenter4autism.org Disorders Thursday 12 The Wooden Floor Keep the Promise Wine Tasting Benefit www.TheWoodenFloor.org
Saturday 14 La Habra High School Band Boosters 10th Annual Highlander Car Show www.lhhsbandboosters.org
Saturday 14 Hope Builders Light Up A Life 2019 www.tsjhopebuilders.org
Saturday 14 Muckenthaler Cultural Center Muckenthaler Cultural Center Gala www.TheMuck.org
Saturday 14 Saddleback College Foundation Saddleback College Foundation Gala www.saddleback.edu/foundation/foundation-gala
Saturday 14 Marshall B. Ketchum University MBKU Gala Celebration www.ketchum.edu
Saturday 14 Plasticos Foundation Celebration of Global Friendships www.plasticosfoundation.org
Saturday 14 Orangewood Foundation 4th Annual Orangewood Adventure Challenge www.orangewoodadventurechallenge.org
Friday 20 Mission San Juan Capistrano Romance of the Mission Benefit Gala www.missionsjc.com/gala
Saturday 21 Orange County Light The Night 2018 Orange County Light The Night www.lightthenight.org/orange-county-inland-empire
Saturday 21 J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center Annual BBQ & Family Faire Showcases Shea Center Riders www.sheacenter.org
Saturday 21 Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens Toast to the Casa 2019 www.toasttothecasa.com
Saturday 21 Global G.L.O.W. 2019 Glow Gala www.globalgirlsglow.org
Saturday 21 California State University, Fullerton Concert Under The Stars www.fullerton.edu/concert
Saturday 21 Families Forward Families Forward 35th Annual Gala www.families-forward.org
Thursday 26 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire Big Brothers Big Sisters 55th Annual Gourmet Dinner www.ocbigs.org
Thursday 26 Youth Employment Service (YES) Evening of Excellence www.yesworks.org
Friday 27 Fristers Celebration Gala www.fristers.org
Saturday 28 Cruisin for a Cure 20th Annual Cruisin' for a Cure - Car Show www.cruisinforacure.com
Saturday 28 Discovery Cube Orange County Discovery Cube Annual Gala www.discoverycube.org
Saturday 28 Tahirih Justice Center 2019 Tahirih Justice Center Orange County Gala www.tahirih.org
TBD Caterina's Club Caterina's Club 14th Annual Red Carpet Gala www.caterinasclub.org CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:23 PM Page 41 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:14 PM Page 42
A-42 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 SEPTEMBER EVENTS 2019 Hope & Help Gala
SEPTEMBER 7 Organization: The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders Website: www.thecenter4autism.org Thousands of Orange County families turn to The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders for programs and services that deliver the best outcomes for children, adolescents and young adults in their world who live with autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. For the fifth year, the Hope & Help Gala will entertain and inspire the community with a special evening that celebrates the achievements and ambitions of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Proceeds benefit vital center programs, services and research that bring hope and help to affected families.
Dawn S. Reese, CEO of The Wooden Floor; Peter Strelow, Co-COO of PIMCO, Andria Strelow; Student Speaker Mariana Garcia; The Wooden Floor Board Chairman and Deputy General Coun- sel of PIMCO, Arthur Ong Keep the Promise Wine Tasting Benefit
SEPTEMBER 12 Organization: The Wooden Floor Website: www.TheWoodenFloor.org Orange County’s premier wine tasting benefit, returning for its 13th year. Enjoy a hand- picked selection of highly rated wines from around the world and the extraordinary tasting this benefit is known for. The evening will raise fund for The Wooden Floor’s award-winning youth development programs, serving young people from low-income communities through the power of dance and access to higher education. 100 percent of students who graduate from The Wooden Floor finish high school on time and immediately enroll in higher education.
Celebration of Global Friendships
SEPTEMBER 14 Organization: Plasticos Website: www.plasticosfoundation.org 2019 marks Plasticos Foundation’s 20th Anniversary and over 10,000 lives transformed! The fun and festive evening will include dinner, dancing, silent and live auction. Plasticos Foundation is dedicated to improving lives through reconstructive plastic surgery in the United States and worldwide. By performing surgery free of charge for underserved individuals, with traumatic injuries, disfigurement as a result of cancer and congenital Danielle and Steve Reindl raising the paddle at September 27, 2018 Dan & Laurie Thompson, deformities, volunteer medical teams alleviate suffering, both physical and emotional. the 2018 Hope & Help Gala in Pasea Hotel & Presenting Sponsors from MasterCraft Resi- Spa at Huntington Beach on Saturday, Octo- dential ber 6, 2018 Light Up A Life 2019
SEPTEMBER 14 Organization: Hope Builders Website: www.tsjhopebuilders.org Join Hope Builders at its premier event, Light Up A Life, and empower Orange County’s most disadvantaged youth with the tools to thrive. Hear testimonials of transformation and triumph, bid on exclusive auction items, enter the raffle for a chance to win a new car courtesy of Guaranty Chevrolet and enjoy a gourmet dinner under the stars served by Turnip Rose Elite Catering. For more information, call 714-543-5105 or email [email protected].
4th Annual Orangewood Adventure Dr. Hans and Dr. Niki Keirstead, Adam Bullock and Alegria Busso Challenge
SEPTEMBER 14 Organization: Orangewood Foundation Website: www.orangewoodadventurechallenge.org The Orangewood Adventure Challenge is an exciting, demanding and fun, multi-sport team- based adventure race. It covers a range of outdoor activities including kayaking, running, and mountain biking to test the boundaries of both brain and body.
Romance of the Mission Benefit Gala
SEPTEMBER 20 Organization: Mission San Juan Capistrano Website: www.missionsjc.com/gala Voted One of Orange County’s Best Fetés, this black-tie gala is one of the most magical, romantic events of the year. Join us for a reception in the Mission’s spectacular front gardens, a concert in the Ruins of the Great Stone Church, traditional bell ringing and a Hope Builders’ Best of Friends honoree Woodbridge Glass/Werner Systems at Light Up A Life four-course plated dinner in the Central Courtyard. Proceeds benefit preservation of historic 2018 Mission San Juan Capistrano, California Landmark #200. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/16/19 9:30 AM Page 43
JANUARY 21, 2019 CHARITY EVENT GUIDE ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL A-43 SEPTEMBER EVENTS Concert Under The Stars
SEPTEMBER 21 Organization: California State University, Fullerton Website: www.fullerton.edu/concert Plan to attend our signature fundraising event of the year to support Titan students and programs! Enjoy a spectacular evening under the stars with fireworks and dazzling musical performances by students from Cal State Fullerton’s award-winning College of the Arts.
Annual BBQ & Family Faire Showcases Shea Center Riders At The Shea Center’s 2018 BBQ & Family Faire: Rider Lily-Grace flanked by sidewalkers (from the left) Anita Puelma, Erin O’Mahony and Katy Johnstone Photo credit: Pixel That! Photography SEPTEMBER 21 Organization: J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center Website: www.sheacenter.org The Shea Center’s 41st annual BBQ and Family Faire brings together Orange County friends who support the Center’s mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities through horse-related programs. In the crowd are Shea Center riders with their families, donors, sponsors, community and business leaders, volunteers, equestrian professionals, and friends. Awaiting the guests are family-friendly carnival games, riding demonstrations by Shea Center riders, unique auction items, a VIP sponsor saloon, and a delicious BBQ dinner prepared by Montage Laguna Beach. One of the many heartfelt moments of the evening is the “Parade of Stars,” when more than 70 therapy clients and their families move among the dinner guests to standing applause. Toast to the Casa 2019
SEPTEMBER 21 Organization: Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens Website: www.toasttothecasa.com Support access to the arts, history and education at Casa Romantica’s 17th annual Toast to the Casa gala on September 21, 2019. The gala benefits our 501(c)3 nonprofit cultural programs for people of all ages in south Orange County, including critically-acclaimed performances, exhibitions, lectures, and children’s academies. Funds raised also preserve our historic property, San Clemente founder Ole Hanson’s home, and maintain its gardens. Entertainment includes live music and entertainment on two stages, gourmet food and beverages from nearly 30 local vendors, and live and silent auctions. For tickets or sponsorship opportunities, call 949-498-2139 or email [email protected] American Classical Crossover Artist Jackie California State University, Fullerton’s Concert Evancho performing in the Ruins of the Great Under The Stars event is held annually in Sep- Stone Church on September 14, 2018. Photo tember (9-23-2018) courtesy of Carla Rhea Big Brother Big Sister 55th Annual Gourmet Dinner
SEPTEMBER 26 Organization: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire Website: www.ocbigs.org Scotch. Cigars. Cars. Mark your calendars for a one-of-a-kind black tie fundraiser at Balboa Bay Resort that features premium whiskey tastings, hand-rolled cigars, exciting live auction experiences and a sit-down multicourse dinner. The incredible event benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters’ one-to-one, professionally supported youth mentoring programs, with $2.9 million raised last year to support children facing adversity. Throughout the evening, enjoy special appearances by program participants whose futures are forever impacted by their mentors. For more information about the invitation-only evening, contact Laura Marcum at [email protected] or (714) 619-7034. Evening of Excellence 2018 Gourmet Dinner co-chairs Navin Narang, Todd Pickup and Carl Johnson led a successful SEPTEMBER 26 evening with Scotch tastings, cigars and cars, all in support of one-to-one youth mentoring pro- Organization: Youth Employment Service (YES) grams at Big Brothers Big Sisters Website: www.yesworks.org Our annual gala, Evening of Excellence, honors employers for their ongoing commitment to hire and support YES graduates as they transition into the workforce. The event includes a cocktail reception, wine pull, silent auction, award presentation, and dinner. Proceeds support the Comprehensive Job Readiness Program and its expansion into greater Orange County. 20th Annual Cruisin’ for a Cure Car Show
SEPTEMBER 28 Organization: Cruisin for a Cure Website: www.cruisinforacure.com 20th Annual Cruisin for a Cure- Come see 3,500+ hot rods, classics, trucks, exotic and movie cars, old and new daily drivers, and more at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa. FREE prostate cancer screening for any man 40 and above, music, food and great vendors. This event is fun for the entire family; watch the cars cruise inside the OC Fair & Event Center all day. This car show will literally save 100+ men who have no clue they could or do have prostate cancer. We screened 909 men in 2018 and 167 came back to see doctors for further testing. Monies raised goes to the KSK Cancer Center of Irvine for Prostate Cancer Research. For more information, call 949-353-7353. Come see this car at the 20th annual Cruisin’ for a cure care show on September 28 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 2:33 PM Page 44
A-44 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 SEPTEMBER EVENTS 2019 Tahirih Justice Center Orange County Gala
SEPtEMBEr 28 Organization: Tahirih Justice Center Website: www.tahirih.org Since 1997, the Tahirih Justice Center has answered more than 25,000 calls for help from courageous women and girls fleeing violence. Through free legal and social services, bridge-building policy advocacy, and research-based training and education, Tahirih is nd elevating the voices of survivors in communities, courts, and Congress. Tahirih’s 2 Annual From left to right: tahirih CEO and founder, Layli Miller Muro, committee chair Suzy Elghanayan, Orange County Gala will bring together passionate individuals like you dedicated to creating Gouya Zamani, committee member Bill Peters and friend of Lugano Diamonds, committee mem- ber Deanne Larue and committee chair Sarah Vanderveen. a world where all women and girls enjoy equality and live in safety and with dignity. OCTOBER 2019 Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Tuesday 1 Orangewood Foundation 22nd Annual Ambassador Luncheon www.orangewoodfoundation.org/events
Tuesday 1 Share Our Selves Celebrity Chef Dinner www.shareourselves.org/events
Tuesday 1-31 Mission Hospital Foundation Valiant Women Breast Health Wall of Honor www.mission4health.com/wallofhonor
Wednesday 2 Harvesters Harvesters Fashion Show & Luncheon www.FeedOC.org
Saturday 5 Orange County Museum of Art OCMA Gala 2019 www.ocmaexpand.org
Saturday 5 Irvine Public Schools Foundation 10th annual Spirit of Excellence Gala and Auction www.ipsf.net/gala
Sunday 6 Orange County Children's Book Festival 16th Annual Orange County Children's Book Festival www.kidsbookfestival.com
Thursday 10 Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Orange County Chapter Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Orange County Annual Golf Tournament www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org
Saturday 12 Soka University of America "Celebrating a Vision of Peace" Gala www.soka.edu
Saturday 12 MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center Foundation 17th Annual Fall Gala www.memorialcare.org/ocmcf
Saturday 12 Miracles for Kids 2019 Night of Miracles Gala www.miraclesforkids.org/nom
Saturday 12 Art & Creativity for Healing Palette of Colors Gala www.art4healing.org
Sunday 13 Community Action Partnership of Orange County Hope for the Holidays www.capoc.org/events
Saturday 19 Easterseals Southern California Strides for Disability www.easterseals.com/southerncal
Saturday 19 Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley Great Futures Start Here Annual Benefit Dinner & Auction www.bgchv.com/greatfutures
Saturday 19 SeniorServ Senior Care Hero Awards www.SeniorCareHeroAwards.org
Saturday 19 Aquarium of the Pacific Sea Fare www.aquariumofpacific.org
Saturday 19 Childhelp Childhelp Diamond Jubilee Fall Gala www.one.bidpal.net/childhelpocgala2019
Thursday 24 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction www.signaturechefs.org/OC
Saturday 26 Talk About Curing Autism 13th Annual Ante Up for Autism www.tacanow.org/ante-up-for-autism/
Tuesday 29 Constitutional Rights Foundation Orange County Annual Benefit www.crfoc.org
Fall 2019 American Heart Association Orange County Heart and Stroke Ball www.HeartBallOC.heart.org OCTOBER EVENTS Valiant Women Breast Health Wall of Honor
OCtOBEr 1 – OCtOBEr 31 Organization: Mission Hospital Foundation Website: mission4health.com/wallofhonor Throughout the month of October, Mission Hospital Valiant Women host the annual THINK PINK Breast Health Wall of Honor to raise funds to support diagnostic care and treatment for underserved breast cancer patients at the Mission Women’s Wellness Center. This event encourages community members to honor breast cancer patients and survivors through a beautiful collection of tributes on the Wall of Honor, located at The Shops at Mission Viejo. The event also serves as a valuable education resource creating awareness for the 2018 Wall of Honor Committee: Carolyn Mower, Karen Carnahan, Joanne Maguire, Deb Fos- importance of mammograms and early detection. ter, Mary Miyamoto, Linda Birck, Kay Clements, Heidi Matthews and Ellen Edington CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 9:36 AM Page 45
JANUARY 21, 2019 CHARITY EVENT GUIDE ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL A-45 OCTOBER EVENTS 22nd Annual Ambassador Luncheon
OCTOBER 1 Organization: Orangewood Foundation Website: www.orangewoodfoundation.org/events Orangewood Ambassadors (donors of $1000 or more) and their guests are invited to this complimentary luncheon. The event features a celebrity guest speaker and includes the presentation of the General William Lyon Crystal Vision Philanthropy Award.
10th annual Spirit of Excellence Gala
and Auction Emile Haddad, Chairman and CEO of Fivepoint and Neda Eaton President & CEO of Irvine Public Schools Foundation at IPSF’s Spirit of Excellence Gala OCTOBER 5 Organization: Irvine Public Schools Foundation Website: www.ipsf.net/gala One of Irvine’s most highly-anticipated events of the year, Irvine Public Schools Foundation brings the community together to honor distinguished alumni and raise critical funds for Irvine schools. The evening is a shining example of the difference we can make when we work together as a community. Proceeds directly benefit local public schools and more than 35,000 students.
16th Annual Orange County Children’s Book Festival
OCTOBER 6 Organization: Orange County Children’s Book Festival Website: www.kidsbookfestival.com The 16th annual Orange County Children’s Book Festival brings families together to inspire the joy of reading and the love of books. Held at Orange Coast College, the Festival presents over 100 literacy loving exhibitors and features six stages with family-friendly entertainment and education. Families meet and interact with over 90 authors and illustrators and discover the magic of books. Little kids love the live animal presentations, storytelling and puppet shows. For older kids there are author panels and science Main Stage Entertainment - September 30, 2018 presentations given by NASA astronauts. Absolutely something for everyone. Free admission and free parking. Sponsorship opportunities available.
Hope for the Holidays
OCTOBER 13 Organization: Community Action Partnership of Orange County Website: www.capoc.org/events Join Community Action Partnership of Orange County for a delicious evening at Playground DTSA, and help kick off Hope for the Holidays, an annual event that benefits the more than 400,000 low-income children, families, seniors, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Enjoy ingredient-driven, new American small plates in an intimate private-setting at one of the top restaurants in Orange County. Your donation supports programs such as the OC Food Bank, Adopt-A-Family, and more to help brighten the lives of those in need this holiday season.
Childhelp Diamond Jubilee Fall Gala Gala Co-Chairs Susan Hill, Kristen James and Pam Pharris. Event Date, October 20, 2018. OCTOBER 19 Event Location, The Resort at Pelican Hill, Newport Coast Organization: Childhelp Website: www.one.bidpal.net/childhelpocgala2019 Childhelp’s Fall Gala is always a sold-out hit! This festive evening at the Resort at Pelican Hill will celebrate 60 years of Childhelp serving abused, neglected, and at-risk children. We hope you will join us at our Diamond Jubilee Gala where you’ll enjoy cocktail hour, dinner and dancing, casino tables, and our signature Live and Silent Auctions! Last year, Childhelp Celebrity Ambassadors, Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd, from Dancing With the Stars, and NASCAR’s Paulie Harraka, made for an enjoyable evening and helped raise over $470,000, net! To learn more about Childhelp and how to join us in the prevention and treatment of child abuse, visit our website at www.childhelp.org.
Orange County Heart and Stroke Ball
OCTOBER 19 Organization: American Heart Association Website: www.HeartBallOC.heart.org The American Heart Association invites you to an elegant evening to remember filled with great friends and colleagues, all of whom are helping to build a world free of cardiovascular disease and stroke. This elegant evening includes an auction, dinner and dancing. Music will be provided by JT and Friends. Come hear the passionate stories of survivors and see Orange County Heart and Stroke Ball 2018 (Oct. 13, 2018) the incredible impact the organization is having in Orange County. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/16/19 9:18 AM Page 46
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NOVEMBER 2019
Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Saturday 2 Chapman University Chapman Celebrates www.chapman.edu/chapman-celebrates
Saturday 2 Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire Evening of Wishes Gala www.ocie.wish.org/gala
Sunday 3 TPSF's Dino Dash Dinosaur Dash www.DinosaurDash.net
Wednesday 6 Girls Inc. of Orange County Champions for Girls Luncheon www.girlsinc-oc.org
Friday 8 Girl Scouts of Orange County Celebrate Leadership www.girlscoutsoc.org/celebrateleadership
Saturday 9 Seneca Family of Agencies Forever Families Gala www.senecafoa.org
Saturday 9 Kure It, Inc. Kure It's Annual Gala www.kureit.org
Wednesday 13 Orange County Community Foundation Annual Meeting www.oc-cf.org
Thursday 14 Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) National Philanthropy Day Luncheon www.npdoc.org OC Chapter
Saturday 16 St. Jude Medical Center 30th Anniversary A Walk Among the Stars Fashion Show & Dinner www.stjudemedicalcenter.org/wats
Tuesday 19 Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County No Lunch, Lunch www.feedoc.org/no-lunch-lunch/
Thursday 21 The Raise Foundation 38th Annual Irvine Community Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast to benefit The Raise Foundation www.theraisefoundation.org
Thursday 28 Orange County Rescue Mission 6th Annual Turkey Trot OC 5k www.turkeytrotoc.org
TBD Mission Hospital Foundation Camino Health Center Auxiliary Fashion Show and Luncheon www.mission4health.com/caminofs
NOVEMBER EVENTS Chapman Celebrates
NOVEMBER 2 Organization: Chapman University Website: www.chapman.edu/chapman-celebrates Raising more than $30 million for the Chapman Scholarship Fund, throughout its 38 amazing years, Chapman Celebrates has created scores of unforgettable memories for guests and students. Chapman University’s signature fundraising gala features more than 100 talented students onstage in the beautiful Musco Center for the Arts, perform- ing in a dazzlingly choreographed song-and-dance spectacular. That translates, over the years, to 35,000 hours of rehearsals and 1,000 song-and-dance routines by Col- lege of Performing Arts students – and a show rivaling Broadway’s best. It’s all followed by a curated gourmet dinner and live entertainment and dancing. Please join us for, Chapman Celebrates features a cast of more than 100 talented Chapman students! The Glamor. The Glitz. The Gala.
Tilly’s Life Center’s 2019 I am Giving Gala
NOVEMBER 2 Date: November 2 Organization: Tilly’s Life Center Website: www.tillyslifecenter.org Tables from $2,750, Individual Tickets $275, Sponsorships Available. The fifth annual Tilly’s Life Center’s I Am Giving Gala will be a celebration of empowerment and change in our youth. Enjoy top-notch food and entertainment as well as silent and live auctions supporting Tilly’s Life Center’s mission to provide teens the tools needed to overcome adversity, discover purpose and ultimately find happiness and success.
Tilly’s Life Center’s I Am Giving Gala at the Yost Theater last year. October 13, 2018 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 3:28 PM Page 47
JANUARY 21, 2019 CHARITY EVENT GUIDE ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL A-47 NOVEMBER EVENTS Champions for Girls Luncheon
NOVEMBER 6 Organization: Girls Inc. of Orange County Website: www.girlsinc-oc.org Join Girls Inc. at our 4th Annual Champions for Girls Luncheon on November 6 at the Resort at Pelican Hill. We will hear inspiring stories from Girls Inc. girls and the funds raised will go to support the Girls Inc. College Bound program. College Bound provides a foundation of knowledge regarding college entrance requirements and how to finance a college education. In addition, College Bound exposes its participants to a breadth of choices regarding college majors and career opportunities and supports the connection of participants’ interests to real world college majors and careers. Please contact Den- nis Williams at (714) 597-8604 or [email protected] for sponsorship and ticket information.
Celebrate Leadership Girls Inc. CEO Lucy Santana with Gena H. Reed, Pam Policano, Sue Stern, and Elizabeth Weldon at the 2018 Champions for Girls Luncheon NOVEMBER 8 Organization: Girl Scouts of Orange County Website: www.girlscoutsoc.org/celebrateleadership Join us for the 10th anniversary of Celebrate Leadership where community and busi- ness leaders come together to recognize incredible Girl Scout alum and champions for Girl Scouts who serve as powerful role models for today’s young women. Each hon- oree is paired with a current Girl Scout, providing the leaders of tomorrow with an op- portunity to connect with leaders of today. Money raised will support leadership development programs for Orange County’s nearly 20,000 Girl Scouts and the 13,000 dedicated volunteers and adult members who inspire them! Kure It’s Annual Gala
NOVEMBER 9 Organization: Kure It, Inc. Website: www.kureit.org Kure It will host its Annual Gala for the second time at City National Grove of Anaheim. This is the largest fundraising event of the year. Kure It has raised over $8 million dol- lars to support the brightest minds in translational research at leading cancer centers. Join us as we come together to raise money for underfunded cancer research. Funding Research = Saving Lives.
National Philanthropy Day Luncheon 2018 Celebrate Leadership Honorees and their Girl Scout partners (From left to right – Abi- gail Lovell and Ava Chang, Zeena Dhalla and Genevieve Paden, Christine Mueller and Eliza- beth Jaimes-Wong, Marysol Cazarez and Melinda Masson, Lucy Vu and Dorothy Sailor, NOVEMBER 14 Corinne Padar and Shay Tiettmeyer) Organization: Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)- Orange County Chapter Website: www.npdoc.org Hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, National Philanthropy Day is Orange County’s premier philanthropy awards luncheons attended by more than 800 of Orange County’s top philanthropists, corporate CEOs, innovators, volunteers and non- profit leaders. Join us as we honor and recognize 2019’s outstanding honorees. 30th Anniversary A Walk Among the Stars Fashion Show & Dinner
NOVEMBER 16 Organization: St. Jude Medical Center Website: www.stjudemedicalcenter.org/wats Held at the Anaheim Marriott, A Walk Among the Stars is an iconic celebration of survivorship and courage benefiting the St. Jude Crosson Cancer Institute. This beloved annual event spotlights a spectacular and inspiring fashion show featuring St. Jude cancer patients and survivors as runway models. For its 30th anniversary year, this “star-studded” event will be greater than ever, with a champagne reception, gourmet dinner, silent auction and musical entertainment. Sponsorship opportunities available.
Kure It Cancer Research Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary at City National Grove of Anaheim
Outstanding Philanthropists Charlie and Ling Zhang, Legacy Award honoree, the Ueberroth St. Jude cancer survivors walk the runway at the 2018 A Walk Among the Stars event Family Foundation, represented by Vicki Booth and her parents Ginny and Peter Ueberroth CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 3:29 PM Page 48
A-48 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019
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Carrington Charitable Foundation th Event Name: 8 Annual Golf Classic Event Date: October 8, 2018 Attendance: 450 Location: The Resort at Pelican Hill, Newport Beach Net Revenue: $813,550 www.CarringtonCF.org
th Honored Veteran Guest Aubrey Hand tees off during the 8 Annual CCF Golf Classic
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John Miller, Mission Hospital Foundation Chief Development Officer; Steve Harder; Cindy Harder; David James, Novare National Settlement Margarita Solazzo, 2018 Chair of the Mission Hospital Foundation Services; Jacquie Casey; Steve Casey, Entisys360; Michael Casey, lul- Board of Directors; Matt Gunderson, Golf Classic Title Sponsor; Jim ulemon athletica inc.;Jon Casey, Bruce Breitenbucher, Southern Cali- Bastian, Chair of the Golf Classic Committee; and Tarek Salaway, fornia Storage Systems Mission Hospital Chief Executive
Childhelp Mission Hospital Foundation Event Name: Childhelp Rich Saul Memorial Golf Classic Event Name: Mission Hospital Golf Foundation Event Date: May 17, 2018 Event Date: June 7, 2018 Attendance: 277 Attendance: 300 Location: Pelican Hill Golf Club, Newport Beach Location: Pelican Hill Golf Club, Newport Coast Net Revenue: $494,005 Net Revenue: $273,455 www.childhelpoc.com www.mission4health.com/golf #4 #5
The Big Brothers Big Sisters 41st Annual Golf Tournament drew a sold- Lafe Christopherson, VP of Footwear at TravisMathew, taking a out crowd with a fun day of food trucks, on-course contests, a helicop- swing at the OC Rescue Mission Invitational presented by Travis- ter ball drop and live music at a sunset reception Mathew
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Orange County Rescue Mission Empire Event Name: OC Rescue Mission Invitational Presented by Event Name: Big Brothers Big Sisters 41st Annual Golf Tournament TravisMathew Event Date: May 7, 2018 Event Date: July 26, 2018 Attendance: 144 Attendance: 160 Location: Newport Beach Country Club, Location: SeaCliff Country Club, Newport Beach Huntington Beach Net Revenue: $232,000 Net Revenue: $200,462 www.ocbigs.org/golf www.rescuemission.org/travismathewgolf CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:17 PM Page 49 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 2:34 PM Page 50
A-50 ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL CHARITY EVENT GUIDE JANUARY 21, 2019 NOVEMBER EVENTS Camino Health Center Auxiliary Fashion Show and Luncheon
nOvEMBER TBD Organization: Mission Hospital Foundation Website: www.mission4health.com/caminofs One of the most glamorous events in Orange County, this show features the exclusive fashions of the retailers of South Coast Plaza, the event’s Title Sponsor. Every dollar raised through the event supports Camino Health Center and helps to provide vital primary medical care for underserved men, women and children in our community. Many South Coast Plaza retailers provide incredible silent auction packages and raffle drawings.
2018 Camino Health Center Auxiliary Fashion Show and Luncheon, Honorary Chair, Shari Battle; Mission Hospital Chief Executive, Tarek Salaway; and South Coast Plaza, Director of Get your best 5k race time on one of the flattest, fastest courses at Turkey Trot OC on Community Relations, Kathryn Cenci Thanksgiving morning! DECEMBER 2019 Day Date Organization Event Name Website
Friday 6 Segerstrom Center for the Arts Candlelight Concert 2019 www.SCFTA.org
Saturday 7 Mission Hospital Foundation Mission Hospital Holiday Gala www.mission4health.com/gala
Wednesday 11 Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Orange County Friends of CASA Holiday Luncheon www.casaholidayluncheon.com
Saturday 14 Hoag Hospital Foundation 53rd Annual Christmas Carol Ball www.HoagPromise.org/CCB DECEMBER EVENTS Mission Hospital Holiday Gala
DECEMBER 7 Organization: Mission Hospital Foundation Website: www.mission4health.com/gala One of the most inspiring events in Orange County, this black-tie gala features live entertainment and dancing, super silent and live auctions and incredible cocktails and food. Last year, guests celebrated the “Million Dreams” that will come true thanks to the expanded cancer programs and services at the new Judi and Bill Leonard Institute for Cancer Prevention, Treatment and Wellness, opening in 2019 at Mission Hospital. One of the highlights of the evening was a raffle for an exquisite set of three diamond bangles valued at $27,800, donated by Lugano Diamonds. Friends of CASA Holiday Luncheon John Miller (Chief Development Officer), Dr. John Shaver (Holiday Gala Co-Chair), Dr. James Bredenkamp (Holiday Gala Co-Chair), Dr. George Miranda (Holiday Gala Co-Chair) and Tarek DECEMBER 11 Salaway (Chief Executive). Sitting: Dr. Michele Staunton, Dana Bredenkamp, Barbie Miranda and Organization: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Orange County Margarita Solazzo (Chair, Foundation Board of Directors) at the 2018 Holiday Gala Website: www.casaholidayluncheon.com Friends of CASA Annual Holiday Luncheon is an elegant daytime event held at the Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point that raises over $425,000 net proceeds towards CASA’s mission of mentoring and advocating for youth in the foster care system. For the 24th year, over 550 guests will enjoy a champagne reception and silent auction, a fashion presentation, gourmet lunch, entertainment and guest speakers. Past fashion partners to present at this event in conjunction with South Coast Plaza have included Tory Burch, Ted Baker London, INTERMIX, Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet and Diane von Furstenberg. 53rd Annual Christmas Carol Ball
DECEMBER 14 Organization: Hoag Hospital Foundation Website: www.HoagPromise.org/CCB The Christmas Carol Ball is Hoag’s longest running fundraising event. A true testament of Orange County’s dedication to Hoag and its mission, the gala pulls out all the stops with a luxury silent auction, gourmet dinner, live entertainment and dancing. More than 600 of Hoag’s family of supporters, volunteers and friends gather each year, raising more than $1 Idit Ferder and Moti Ferder, Friends of CASA Holiday Luncheon, December 13, 2017 million annually in support of Hoag. To learn more, visit www.HoagPromise.org/CCB. CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/15/19 10:10 AM Page 51 CHARITY-Guide.qxp_Layout 1 1/14/19 3:18 PM Page 52