For A Good Cause
From Golf to Galas: Supporting Our Community
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Rosendin Golf Tournament to benefit the Navy SEALs Foundation | May 22 beginning at 8:30 a.m. | 4th annual Rosendin Golf Tournament and Auction. Hosted by Rosendin, a 100-year-old employee-owned electrical contracting firm with offices in Anaheim, the goal is to raise $200,000 for The Navy SEAL Foundation, which provides immediate and ongoing support and assistance to the Naval Special Warfare community and its families. The tournament includes coaching from two PGA golf professionals, photos with Rosendin’s 1919 Ford Model T and the L.A. Rams Cheerleaders, the Navy SEALS Foundation Wall of Honor, a silent auction and an opportunity drawing. In addition, the Newport Harbor High School Choir and drumline will get things going with their singing of the National Anthem, with the Marine Color Guard out of Seal Beach presenting the colors. More than 300 golfers will be supported by more than 75 sponsors to raise funds for the Foundation that is committed to helping veterans and their families.
Contact: www.rosendin.com/golf to register and for more information on the day’s events and sponsorships that are still available.
Takes place at Pelican Hill Golf Club, 22800 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast.
Hot Ticket Leukemia Cup Regatta to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | June 1 and 2 | Featuring the Harbor 20 Fleet and Junior Sailing Regatta. This is a unique and progressive series of sailing events that combines the joy of boating with the important task of raising money to cure cancer. Crew members seek donations from friends, family, co-workers and employers to sponsor their boat.
Contact: www.lls.org/ocie
Takes place at The Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar.
Sixth Annual Arts & Business Leadership Awards Dinner | June 4 | Presented by Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the evening celebrates the achievements of arts philanthropy honoring: Gaddi Vasquez, as the Distinguished Arts & Business Leader; Karla Kraft, as the Rising Arts & Business Leader and Avalon LaFosse as the Student Arts Leader. Festivities include a networking cocktail reception and dinner & awards presentation, followed by guests being escorted to premium seats in Segerstrom Hall for a special performance of the Tony Award nominated Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and an exclusive VIP afterparty at Water Grill. Single Ticket: $1,500-$5,000 each. Sponsorships from $10,000-$50,000.
Contact: For more information, call 714.942.6218, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Takes place at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa and Water Grill South Coast Plaza, 3300 Bristol St., Costa Mesa.
Audi • INFINITI • Volvo Golf Classic to benefit Mission Hospital | June 6 | Presented by the Mission Hospital Foundation.
Contact: www.mission4health.com/foundation
Takes place at The Resort at Pelican Hill Golf Club, 22800 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast.
15th Annual 44 Women for Orangewood Scholarship Luncheon benefiting Orangewood Foundation | June 7 | The 44 Women for Orangewood 15th Annual Scholarship Luncheon is an inspiring afternoon to raise money for Orangewood Foundation. Presented by Haig and Hien Papaian, the event will feature guest speaker Elizabeth Smart, author of Where There’s Hope: Healing, Moving Forward and Never Giving Up. Schedule: Champagne Sponsor Reception, 10:30 a.m.; Luncheon, 12 p.m. Sponsorship opportunities are available from $550 to $15,000. To view the sponsorship packet, click here. To register, visit https://orangewoodfoundation.org/2019-scholarship-lunch-tickets/. About Elizabeth Smart: The abduction of Elizabeth Smart was one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time. Elizabeth was abducted on June 5, 2002, and her captors controlled her by threatening to kill her and her family if she tried to escape. Fortunately, the police safely returned Elizabeth back to her family on March 12, 2003, after being held a prisoner for nine grueling months. Through this traumatic experience,
Elizabeth has become an advocate for change related to child abduction, recovery programs, and national legislation. Elizabeth triumphantly testified before her captor and the world about the very private nightmare she suffered during her abduction, which led to conviction.
Contact: Jeff Gilstrap at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. www.orangewoodfoundation.org/44lunch
Takes place at the Fashion Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach.
2019 Goodwill of Orange County Golf Classic | June 10 | Proceeds from this event support the Tierney Center for Veterans Services, which helps veterans and their families gain access to resources that enhance their lives. In 2018, more than $185,000 was raised to support the Tierney Center for Veterans Services.
Contact: Call 714.480.3355 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Takes place The Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast.
Working Wardrobes Above the Best OC Movie Premiere | June 13 | Above the Best, based on the bestselling book South of Heaven, uses real from-the-cockpit footage to create an immersive, narrative documentary. The film tells the story of Apache Fighter Pilot Dan Flores and his yearlong deployment to the most dangerous valley in Afghanistan. See why Army Aviators say they fly “above the best” and the lengths these brave military will go to protect each other in the most extreme circumstances. Before the film enjoy a special VetNet Client graduation. Stay in your seats after the film for an exclusive Q&A with the film’s Director David Salzberg. Schedule: 5:30 p.m., Food truck available; 6 p.m., Doors open; and 7 p.m., Film begins. Tickets: Each $20 ticket includes a film screening, and Q&A session with the film’s producers and directors. You can also sponsor a VetNet client ticket. Active duty military and veterans, $10.
To purchase tickets, visit https://workingwardrobes.salsalabs.org/abovethebest/index.html?page=register.
Takes place at The Lido Theatre, 3459 Via Lido, Newport Beach.
2019 Beacon of Light Ball benefiting The Lighthouse | June 15 from 6-10 p.m. | Kalfayan Merjanian, LLP and Titan HST in collaboration with Newport Beach Police Association Foundation cordially invite you to the Midsummer Night’s Dream-themed Beacon of Light Ball. The event is benefiting Orangewood Foundation in an effort to stop human trafficking and support the survivors. The event is black tie attire. Sponsorship opportunities are available from $3,000 to $50,000. To view the sponsorship packet, click here. To register, visit https://orangewoodfoundation.ejoinme.org/bolb2019
Contact: Jeff Gilstrap at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. www.BeaconOfLightBall.org
Takes place at The Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 S. Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast.
3rd Annual Grocery Industry’s Pick A Purse to benefit Olive Crest | July 12 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Enjoy a great lunch and opportunity drawings. Leave with a brand new purse and know the proceeds are helping at-risk youth and families. Every purse is valued at more than $150. Purses by Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Tory Burch and many more. Check-in and Purse Preview, 11 a.m.; Luncheon, 12 p.m. Tickets are limited: a table of 10 is $2,500; individual tickets, $250. To purchase tickets, visit https://e.givesmart.com/events/cOf/. Attire: Thursday Best. Complimentary valet parking.
Contact: Sandra Bond at 714.543.5437, ext. 1188 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. www.olivecrest.org/oc
Takes place at Balboa Bay Resort, 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach.
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Hoag Summer Fest | July 18 | More details to come.
Contact: www.hoaghospitalfoundation.org; www.hoagpromise.org
Takes place at the Newport Dunes Resort, 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach.
Michael Change Tennis Classic | July 20 and July 26-28 | More details to come.
Contact: www.nbtctennis.com
Takes place at the Newport Beach Tennis Club, 2601 Eastbluff Drive, Newport Beach.
Smart Women Breakfast to benefit Working Wardrobes | August 7 |
Contact: www.workingwardrobes.org
Takes place at The Pacific Club, 4110 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach.
Hot Ticket Leukemia Cup Regatta to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | August 10 and 11 | Featuring the FARR 40 International Fleet and PHRF Fleet. This is a unique and progressive series of sailing events that combines the joy of boating with the important task of raising money to cure cancer. Crew members seek donations from friends, family, co-workers and employers to sponsor their boat.
Contact: www.lls.org/ocie
Takes place at The Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona del Mar.
Laura’s House 25th Annual Gala | September 7 beginning at 5:30 p.m. | Enjoy a cocktail reception, silent & live auctions and dinner. They will be honoring individuals and corporations that have contributed integral support to the programs and services we provide. Sponsorships, tickets and advertisements will be available.
Contact: www.laurashouse.org
Takes place at the Fashion Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach.
50th Anniversary Celebration for the Newport Bay Conservancy | September 8 | Festivities include a sunset dinner. More details to come.
Contact: www.newportbay.org
Takes place at Upper Newport Bay Conservancy, 2302 University Drive, Newport Beach.
Newport Beach Police Association Charitable Foundation Charity Golf Classic | September 16 with a 10:30 a.m. check in; 12:30 p.m. tee-off | Enjoy 18 holes of golf, cart, breakfast, lunch and various awards. Cost: $500 per layer; $1,600 per foursome. Register at the website.
Contact: Vlad Anderson at 949.375.0258 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. http://npacfgolfclassic.org
Takes place at Newport Beach Country Club, One Clubhouse Drive, Newport Beach.
Susan G. Komen Orange County MORE THAN PINK Walk | September 22 | Susan G. Komen Orange County is one of 26 locations across the country that will be reintroducing its Race for the Cure as the More Than Pink Walk this year. The event will include a fresh new look and experience focused on energizing the community around the lifesaving work Komen’s supporters make possible through fundraising efforts. The More Than Pink Walk, which will not have a separate timed run element this year, will increase people’s connection to Komen’s work beyond breast cancer awareness including, research, community outreach and more. Tickets: $15 during pre-registration (ends May 31); $30 after pre-registration and $35 the day of the event.
Contact: Stacy Davis at 714.957.9157, ext. 34 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Takes place at Fashion Island, 401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. (Starts at Pacific Life Insurance Company.)
Evening of Excellence Gala Event to benefit Youth Employment Service | September 26 | Honors employers for their ongoing commitment to hire and support YES graduates as they transition into the workforce. Festivities include a cocktail reception, wine pull, auction, awards presentation and dinner. Proceeds support the Comprehensive Job Readiness Program and its expansion to greater Orange County. Sponsorships, donations and attendance opportunities are available.
Contact: www.yesworks.org
Takes place at The Pacific Club, 4110 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach.
New, Now, Next: The OCMA Affair | October 5 | This annual gala supports the museum’s exhibition and educational programs and ensures that the museum can offer free admission at its temporary location at South Coast Plaza Village. Co-chairs: Jennifer Segerstrom and Jennifer Van Bergh
Contact: www.ocmaexpand.org
Takes place at OCMA/Expand, 1661 W. Sunflower Ave., Santa Ana.
Dusk at the Island Fashion Show to benefit Ronald McDonald House of Orange County | October 10 | More details to come.
Contact: www.rmhcsc.org/orangecounty
Takes place at the Fashion Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach.
Second Annual Forever Families Gala to support Seneca Family of Agencies | November 9 | This event supports this organization’s mission to create families that are stale, loving and permanent. They have a 100 percent adoption permanency rating. Every $1,000 supports the finalization of an adoption for a child in foster care. There are more than 600 kids waiting to be adopted in Orange County. Honorees to be announced. Sponsorships are available from $5,000-$50,000.
Contact: www.senecafoa.org/gala
Takes place at Balboa Bay Resort, 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach.
46th Candlelight Concert to support Segerstrom Center for the Arts | December 6 | For more than 40 years, Segerstrom Center for the Arts’ Candlelight Concert has been one of Orange County’s most treasured events. Considered by many as the official kick-off to the holiday season, Candlelight brings friends and family together for an elegant evening of great fun while raising essential funds in support of the Segerstrom Center for the Art’s artistic, education and community engagement programs.
Contact: www.scfta.org
Takes place at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa
Mesa.
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