Photos by Daria Taylor Photography.
VENTURA COUNTY — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) held the organization’s second-ever immersive experience event, Emerald Prom, on Saturday, August 26th at the Studio Channel Islands Art Center. The 1980’s themed experience was full of nostalgia, music, and high energy.
Live entertainment from the DORK Band played widely loved 80’s pop hits while two break dancers showed off their skills and got the party started. Guests were able to take prom photos and enter into the Prom Royalty campaign for the crown. Fun activities such as the penny raffle and a giant Pac-Man maze ensured a lot of laughs and prizes throughout the night. A DeLorean Time Machine and a 1982 Datsun 280zx were displayed for guests to interact and take photos with. Some BBSVC staff members dressed up as high school-themed “chaperones,” while guests arrived dressed in everything from classic prom attire to iconic MTV attire. An exclusive VIP room hosted by Don Atlas Hospitality provided extra perks like metallic fanny packs filled with goodies, a Starbucks coffee bar, and more.
The truly memorable event raised nearly $35,000 to support BBSVC’s youth mentoring programs. Sponsors who were key to the success of the night included Don Atlas Hospitality, SUPO Foundation, Slate Bistro, First Bank, Steven M. Greenwood, Montecito Bank, Premier America Credit Union, Daria Taylor Photography, Gold Coast Health Plan, Athens Services. The Port of Hueneme, and Cutler’s Artisan Spirits. Emerald Prom also introduced many new friends to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County who are now on their way to becoming volunteer mentors to youth in the community! Individuals interested in getting involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County for another exemplary year as a volunteer or supporter may contact the agency’s main office at 805.484.2282 or visit https://www.bbsvc.org
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) has been connecting Bigs and Littles in professionally supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships in Ventura County and neighboring communities since 1970. Supporting over 1,000 youth annually between community or school-based volunteers and youth ages 6-21 years old, BBSVC is committed to bringing their life-changing program to every child in Ventura County who needs it. BBSVC is an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that depends on private donors for 75% of its funding.
