Tag: Fundraiser

SEEAG Launches ‘Gill’s Onions’ Double Your Impact Challenge’ For May

Gill’s Onions will match all donations up to $10,000 for every dollar donated to Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG) during the month of May as part of SEEAG’s second annual Double Your Impact Challenge.

Gill’s Onions, based in Oxnard, is one of the nation’s largest family-owned onion growers and processors. Products sold nationally include whole, sliced, diced and slivered onions. It is a long-time supporter of SEEAG’s agricultural education programming that has reached over 60,000 elementary school students in central and southern California since its founding in 2008. All SEEAG programs are 100 percent cost-free to schools and students.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s To Be In Person This Fall

The Alzheimer’s Association is moving forward with plans to host the 2021 Walk to End Alzheimer’s® in person this fall, in five different locations throughout the California Central Coast:

• West Ventura County on Saturday, Sept. 25
• Santa Maria on Saturday, Oct. 2
• East Ventura County on Saturday, Oct. 23
• San Luis Obispo on Saturday, Oct. 30
• Santa Barbara on Saturday, Nov. 6

According to the association, the health and safety of all participants remains the top priority as decisions are being made in all walk markets regarding event details.

Tony Morris and Cathy Cash to chair Montecito Rotary Club’s ‘Back 2 School’ Fundraiser

Rotary Club of Montecito officially announces the chairs of its “Back 2 School” fundraiser as Tony Morris, Club Director of Vocational Service, and Cathy Cash, past Club President.

Since its founding in 1953, Rotary Club of Montecito has been developing projects and delivering service to their community and the wider world for over 67 years. Continuing that philanthropic mission, the Club is hosting a “Back 2 School” fundraiser on May 19, 2021 for Santa Barbara City College student scholarships.

As productive members of the California Central Coast philanthropy community, Tony Morris and Cathy Cash are charged with planning and oversight of the fundraising event for the SBCC Foundation.

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May 19 — Montecito Rotary Club Presents the ‘Back 2 School’ Fundraiser for SBCC Scholarships

The Rotary Club of Montecito is virtually hosting its annual “Back 2 School” fundraising event for Santa Barbara City College student scholarships on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 4:00pm (PST).

Providing funding to the Santa Barbara City College for more than 25 years, the Rotary Club of Montecito continues to organize around raising money for scholarships allocated to students pursuing two-year degrees in career technical and vocational fields.

This year’s event is centered upon different “sponsorship levels” of varying amounts that include opportunities for exposure of people or businesses that choose to donate. Featured activities include a silent auction and special entertainment for attendees.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) Launches a $3 Million Fundraising Drive Now through the End of the Year

In light of the COVID-19 Outbreak and to face the challenge head on, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) is launching Part I of a $3 million fundraising campaign, “Rising Stronger Together” to ensure that the community and families have the resources and support they need during these trying times.

Local Artists and Musicians Join Together for Celebration of Social Activism on Oct. 5

Exhibit continues through Nov. 16 CAMARILLO — Studio Channel Islands Art Center (SCIART), 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, will be hosting “Celebration of Social Activism,” the Social Justice Fund for Ventura County (SJFVC) annual fundraiser, recognition and networking event, Saturday,…

Southeast Ventura County YMCA Raises Over $500,000; Honors David Murdock at 3rd Annual Reach For the Stars Gala

VENTURA COUNTY — The Southeast Ventura County YMCA’s 3rd Annual “Reach For The Stars” Gala raised $500,000 to support YMCA programs while honoring David Murdock as the 2019 Joel and Frances McCrea Award recipient. The event, held September 21 at…

April 8 — Jessica Clark to Serve as Keynote Speaker at Girls Inc. of Carpinteria Women of Inspiration Luncheon

CARPINTERIA — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria will host its annual “Women of Inspiration” luncheon on Monday, April 8 at 11:30am-1:30pm, featuring local entrepreneur Jessica Clark as the keynote speaker. Clark is co-owner of Corktree Cellars and Peebee & Jay’s in…

10th Annual Mariachi Encuentro Fundraiser on Cinco de Mayo to Benefit Girls Inc. of Carpinteria

CARPINTERIA — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with its 10th annual Mariachi Encuentro event, an evening filled with authentic Mexican food, music, and culture on Saturday, May 5h at the Girls Inc. of Carpinteria campus, 5315…

SPOTLIGHT: May 5 — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria to host Mariachi Encuentro

CARPINTERIA — This Cinco de Mayo, Girls Inc. of Carpinteria hosts its 10th annual Mariachi Encuentro event, an evening filled with authentic Mexican food, music, and culture. Guests will enjoy dinner and live entertainment, featuring Los Angeles-based Mariachi Garibaldi de…

Oct. 7 — Tickets and Sponsorships Available for Studio Channel Islands’ Art à la Mode Gala

CAMARILLO —Studio Channel Islands Arts Center (SCI), a non-profit dedicated to promoting and preserving the arts in Ventura County, invites individuals and businesses to attend its upcoming fifth annual Art à la Mode Gala to be held 5:30 p.m., Oct. 7,…

Oct. 21 — Fired Up for Special Olympics Fundraiser

SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara City and County Firefighters will come together on Saturday, October 21st to host the 3rd Annual Fired Up for Special Olympics Fundraiser. Located at the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum for the first time ever,…

Sept. 21 — Ventura County Housing Trust to present ‘Housing Our Agricultural Workforce’ fundraiser

CAMARILLO — Non-profit affordable housing partner, Ventura County Housing Trust Fund, announces their annual fundraising event on September 21st, 5-9 pm at the Camarillo Ranch. This year’s focus is on Housing Our Agricultural Workforce. The event includes farm-to-table dinner by…

May 13 — Premier Mariachi Ensemble to Headline Girls Inc. Carpinteria’s Mariachi Encuentro Fundraiser

CARPINTERIA — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria will celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with its ninth annual Mariachi Encuentro event, an evening filled with authentic Mexican food, music, and culture on Saturday, May 13th at the Girls Inc. of Carpinteria campus, 5315…

Volunteers to be Honored at Wish Night 2017 Gala

CENTRAL COAST — Two volunteers will be honored by Make-A-Wish® Tri-Counties at the 8th Annual Wish Night gala on March 3 at the Hyatt Regency in Westlake Village. Meredith Garofalo/KEYT News Channel 3 has been named community partner of the…

Hearts Therapeutic Celebrates Inspiring Stories at Annual Pegasus Luncheon

SANTA BARBARA — Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center hosted its 8th Annual Pegasus Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 13, attracting more than 300 people to the Coral Casino’s La Pacifica Ballroom at the Four Seasons Biltmore Resort in Santa Barbara. The invitation-only…

May is Mental Health Month: Mental Wellness Center Offers Tips to Improve Your Mental Wellness

SANTA BARBARA — In honor of Mental Health Month in May, the Mental Wellness Center is spreading the word that mental health is something everyone should care about. The nonprofit organization is offering the community a few easy tips to…

‘Night in Oaxaca’ to be held Aug. 9 in Oxnard

OXNARD — The Mixecto / Indigena Community Organizing Project will present its fourth annual “Night in Oaxaca” fundraising, awards and cultural celebration beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard. “Join…

Oxnard Sister City Committee to present fundraiser on April 29

OXNARD – The Oxnard Sister City Committee will present a fundraiser from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday, April 29 at Hook Burger, 1811 Rose Ave., Oxnard. Get together with family, friends to help us enjoy some great food, the organization reported.…