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Table of Contents

6 What We Love

January

8 Benefit

Derby With Friends

12 Innovation

Life Science Cares

14 Gala

Starry Starry Night

18 Perfil

Beyond Body Wellness

20 Gala

Serving Seniors

24 Celebration

Season Of Sharing

26 Grand Opening

Omega

28 Fundraiser

¡Viva la Vida!

30 Gala

Wine & Wishes

34 Education

KIPP SoCal

36 Culinary

Pairings With A Purpose

38 Arts

La Jolla Music Society

LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY

GALAPAGOS

40 Sports

Charity Golf Classic

44 Festival

Hallo-Wine

46 Gala

A Coastal Affair

48 Luncheon

Business Hall Of Fame

50 About San Diego

Shrieking And

Squawking

52 Community

Life Science Cares

54 Outreach

Holiday Turkey

Giveaway

56 Strength

Human Trafficking

Prevention Month

58 Gala

FED 360

62 Community

A Milestone Of Hope

And Impact

64 Community

San Diego River

Refresh Day

66 Milestone

Topping Off

Ceremony

68 Youth

Empowering Boys

Through Mentorship

70 Gala

Shine Bright On The

Diamond

76 Arts

Mainly Mozart

78 Outreach

Spark Of Brilliance

80 Impact

Beneficiary Reception

82 Benefit

An Evening Of Wonder

84 Escapadita

Galápagos Islands

89 Official Program

La Vie En Rose

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WHAT WE LOVE

JANUARY

PHOTO CREDIT: KATIE GARDNER

1

San Diego Resolution Run - The 18th Annual

San Diego Resolution Run 5K, 10K and Half Marathon

is back at Mission Bay on January 11. Enjoy a beautiful

course and water views as you wind through Mission Bay.

After the run, check out the wellness village with healthy

food, offers and products. All participants will receive a

T-shirt, and custom finisher’s medal.

www.sandiegorunningco.com

3

Sommelier

Concertmaster

- Taste What You

Hear in a Sensory

Event Like No Other. On

January 11, join Mainly

Mozart to experience

the emotion of classical

music through taste as

world-class sommelier and

concertmaster duos have

collaborated to pair the

perfect glass of wine with

the music being performed

by the Dallas Symphony

at the Fairbanks Ranch

Country Club.

www.mainlymozart.org

2

The Future is Sweet - At Girl Scouts

San Diego, plans are already underway

for another very memorable Girl Scout

Cookie Program, beginning January

26 across San Diego. Girl Scout Cookies are

an important building block for Girl Scouts to

follow their dreams. Along with important skills

like confidence and relationship building, each

package you buy funds their next ambition. The

future is sweet, but it is not too late to make it

sweeter. Get some cookies today!

www.sdgirlscouts.org

4

Tea by the Sea

- On January 18th

join St. Madeleine

Sophie’s Center at

The Marine Room and enjoy

tea, mingling and friends by the

sea. Guests will enjoy signature

cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, tea,

a silent auction, live music and

an incredible view. Proceeds

benefit the Sophie’s Gallery

art program at St. Madeleine

Sophie’s Center.

www.stmsc.org

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Benefit

Derby

with

Friends

The San Diego community

donned their best derby

attire for a night of fun and

impact to benefit Ronald

McDonald House Charities

of San Diego. CEO Chuck Day

welcomed supporters to the

Del Sur Ranch House for an

unforgettable evening hearing

from a special family speaker

sharing their Ronald McDonald

House journey. Ronald

McDonald House Charities of

San Diego provides a “home

away from home” to families

with children being treated for

serious, often life-threatening

conditions at local hospitals.

Femme Ambrosio

and Shay Mushet

Josh and

Kristie Allison

Paula and Chuck Day, Fernanda

Whitworth and Ryan Peddycord

Rudy Michelon and

Valerie Romero

Celeste and

Philip Garcia


Liliana Goebbels, Nicholas

Kocherga and Gaby Farias

Nicole DeBerg and

Charlotte Cabral

Let us help. California Early Start is a state and federally-funded

program that provides FREE assessments to infants and toddlers

(birth-3) and, if needed, critical therapeutic services early enough

to signiicantly impact your child’s development.

Call San Diego Regional Center (SDRC)

(858) 496-4318 or

Exceptional Family Resource Center (EFRC)

(619) 594-7416

Se habla español

Benefit

La comunidad de San

Diego se vistió con

las mejores galas

para compartir una

noche de diversión

y solidaridad a beneficio de

Ronald McDonald House

Charities de San Diego.

Su CEO Chuck Day, dio la

bienvenida a los invitados

al Del Sur Ranch House

donde compartieron una

inolvidable velada y tuvieron

la oportunidad de escuchar

de primera mano de una

familia su experiencia en la

Casa Ronald McDonald. Las


Charities de San Diego

brindan “un hogar lejos de

casa” a las familias cuyos

hijos están en tratamientos

por condiciones severas en

los hospitales locales.

Cory Ha’O, Lamar

Rutherfod and Elie Bahou

Stephen and

Brittany Games

Kathrine Cardiff, Emmy

Behl and Ella Sanguinetti

Shana and Carlos

Sanguinetti

Jennifer and

Robert Gramins


Rebecka Cooperman

and Yvette Gramins

Olan and Theresa

Manalang

Matt and

Jen Teeter

Our Answer to

Homelessness

is Homes

A homeless life cannot be rebuilt without a place to call home. That’s

why Father Joe’s Villages has pledged to build 2,000 new affordable

homes. Help us lead the way to solving San Diego’s homelessness crisis.

Donate at Neighbor.org

Rebuilding Lives

Innovation

LIFE SCIENCE CARES SAN DIEGO

BRIDGING COMMUNITIES THROUGH

Innovation and Compassion

In the heart of San

Diego’s thriving

life sciences hub, a

unique organization is

transforming innovation

into action. Life Science

Cares San Diego (LSC

San Diego) brings together

financial, human, and social

capital from corporate

partners and life sciences executives to address societal

challenges. Since its establishment in 2019, LSC San

Diego has distributed over $3.6 million in grants to

support some of the region’s most impactful nonprofit

organizations.


Since 2019, LSC San

Diego has distributed

over $3.6 million in grants

to support some of the

region’s most impactful

nonprofit organizations.

Anaptys Bio and Monarch School

A Vision for Impact

LSC San Diego harnesses the

collective power of the life

sciences industry to address

critical issues in underserved

communities. Its initiatives

focus on education, economic

opportunity, and essential

needs. By uniting companies,

employees, and nonprofits,

LSC San Diego has created a powerful platform for

meaningful change.

Transforming Lives Through Education

A standout program by LSC San Diego is Project

Onramp, a paid summer internship that provides

underrepresented

college students

with opportunities

in the life sciences

sector. This

initiative not

only closes

opportunity

gaps but also

promotes

diversity within

the industry.

By offering

hands-on

experience and

professional

mentorship,

the program

equips a new

generation of

innovators to

succeed in a

traditionally

inaccessible

field.

Deepening

Community

Engagement

Volunteering is a

cornerstone of LSC

San Diego’s mission.

The organization

connects individuals

and corporate teams

with nonprofits for

direct engagement

opportunities.

Activities range

from supporting

food banks to hosting career panels and science

fairs for local students. These collaborations create

Science Fair

Feeding San Diego

lasting impacts

and ensure the

sustainability and

scalability of the

initiatives.

Looking Ahead

As LSC

San Diego

continues to

grow, it remains

steadfast in

its mission

to deepen

its regional

impact. By

aligning the

life sciences

industry with

community

needs, the

organization

exemplifies the

transformative

potential of

collaboration. Every

grant, internship,

volunteer effort,

and partnership

contributes to

making San

Diego a beacon

of innovation and

compassion.

For those in the life

sciences community

seeking to make a

Project Onramp difference, LSC San

Diego offers a chance

to create lasting change. Together, we can transform

groundbreaking ideas into solutions that uplift lives.

Visit www.lifesciencecares.org for more information.

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Gala

Starry

Starry

Night

Voices for Children and

Honorary Starry Starry Event

Chairs, The Sullivan Family:

Katie and Dan Sullivan, Sarah

Houghton, Megan Delgado,

and Lindsay Estrada welcomed the

community to an evening under the

stars to support children living in

San Diego County foster care and

the life-changing advocacy of Court

Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)

volunteers. The evening recognized

the contributions of VFC’s founder

and longest-serving CASA volunteer,

Kathryn Ashworth, Esq., a steadfast

advocate for Voices for Children for

more than 43 years.

Todd Schultz, Ann Parode Dynes

with Sheryl and Bob Scarano

Richard Hidalgo, Amy Serafin,

Natalie Fintch and Jeff Blackburm

Dick and

Kristi Pfister

Arturo and

Vetul Valdez

Leigh Vossler and

John Sheridan


Monique Rodriguez

and Denice Garcia

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Gala

Voices for Children y los

anfitriones honorarios de Starry

Starry Night, la familia Sullivan:

Katie y Dan Sullivan, Sarah

Houghton, Megan Delgado y

Lindsay Estrada fueron quienes dieron

la bienvenida a los invitados para

compartir una velada bajo las estrellas

en apoyo de los niños en situación de

guarda del condado de San Diego y

también de los defensores voluntarios

de CASA (defensores especiales

designados por la corte). En esta ocasión

se hizo un reconocimiento especial

a Kathryn Ashworth, Esq., fundadora

de VFC y la más antigua defensora

voluntaria de CASA, con una increíble

trayectoria de más de 43 años.

Sarah Houghton, Daniel and Katie Sullivan, Jessica

Munoz, Lindsay Estrada and Megan Delgado

Michelle and

Nick Kellermeyer

Nickie Pena with Chris

and Grace Taylor

Jennifer Kropko

and Gina Resch


Susan, Robert and Lauren

Freund with Andrew Parker

Cynthia Angulo and

Alexes Sterkweather

Shanay Patel and

Margo Trubinao

Stacy and Joshua Kim, Corinne

Devin and Brent Douglas

Linda Lane and

Julie Robinson

Stephanie O’Neill

and Jill Heidecker

Micaela Taylor with

Dave and Jamie Oberto

Joe and Marisa

Burnett


Perfil

DISCOVERING BALANCE AND BEYOND

The Journey of Natasha Reiss

and Beyond Body Wellness

BY: NICHOLE NAOUM

Nestled in the heart of La Jolla, Beyond

Body Wellness is not just a wellness

center; it is a reflection of its founder

Natasha Reiss’s lifelong pursuit of

healing, innovation, and community.

With 25 years as an acupuncturist

specializing in sports injuries,

Natasha’s path to founding this unique wellness hub was

deeply personal.

“I have been a

competitive swimmer

most of my life, and in

the last decade, I found

myself battling injuries

every other year,”

Natasha shares. Her

own quest for recovery

sparked a deep dive

into podcasts, research,

and exploration of

cutting-edge modalities.

This passion, paired

with serendipitous

opportunities like

meeting Dr. Guillermo

Castillo, the center’s

medical director, and

finding the perfect

location, led Natasha to

expand her practice into

a multidisciplinary space.

What sets The Beyond

Body Wellness apart is

its curated assembly of

innovative treatments

and technologies. From the EmSculpt Neo to the

HOCATT and CellGym, each offering is chosen not

only for its effectiveness but also for its alignment with

Natasha’s philosophy: efficiency, non-invasiveness,

and proven results. The center tailors individualized

plans for a diverse clientele, whether they are triathletes

seeking peak performance, professionals optimizing

recovery, or anyone striving to look and feel their best.

Beyond the treatments,

Natasha emphasizes

a holistic experience.

Clients can expect

on-time appointments,

expert practitioners,

and a welcoming

environment that

inspires healing and

growth.

Growing up in La Jolla,

Natasha’s connection

to the community runs

deep. She cherishes the

beauty of the ocean, the

vibrancy of its people,

and the support of

the local swimming

community. “I grew up

here, shop here, eat here,

train here, and want

to give back,” she says.

Her desire to contribute

extends beyond

providing wellness

services; it is about

fostering meaningful


connections and enhancing the

lives of those around her.

The collaborative nature of Beyond

Body Wellness also fulfills a longstanding

dream for Natasha. For

decades, she envisioned working

alongside a multidisciplinary team,

merging diverse expertise to create

synergistic solutions for clients.

“I have always been fascinated by

taking seemingly unrelated things

and finding the bridge between

them,” Natasha reflects.

The journey to founding Beyond

Body Wellness was not without its

challenges. Personal injuries and

the disbanding of Team Elite, a

professional swim team Natasha

worked with, marked a turning

point. Yet, these setbacks led her

to discover new tools for healing

and a renewed sense of purpose.

By trying and personally benefiting

from each machine now offered at

the center, Natasha built a space

grounded in firsthand experience

and unwavering passion.

At its core, Beyond Body

Wellness is about empowering

individuals to be the best versions

of themselves. For Natasha, this

work is not just a profession but a

joy - a culmination of her love for

learning and creating a space that

inspires well-being.

From its state-of-the-art treatments

to its deep roots in community,

Beyond Body Wellness embodies

Natasha’s vision of health: a

dynamic, evolving journey of

optimizing body and mind, one

client at a time.

www.beyondbodywellness.com


Gala

Edith Glassey

and Pen Darvis

Madison and

Lisa Damore

Brian and

Sydney Johnson

Craig Perkins, Shane

Hathaway and Shelby Weaver

Serving

Seniors

Jim Sikora, Tim Stafford

and Kelly Sikora

This amazing event was a memorable evening of

disco-themed fun and philanthropy to benefit

low-income and unhoused seniors throughout

San Diego. Serving Seniors President &

CEO Paul Downey welcomed donors to

The Sunshine Gala held in a beautiful outdoor

garden and included prizes, open bar, hors d’oeuvres

and interactive activities. Following the dinner and

program, guests enjoyed a live concert featuring the

award-winning Elton John Tribute Band.


Deb Barrett, Mary Gendron

and Judy Webster

PHOTOGRAPHED BY: DIANNA IPPOLITO

Gala

Ally and

Sam Harris

Juliet and

Rick Foss

Kelly and EJ

Azymczak

Joel Greenberg

and Debra Senkier

Este increíble evento fue

realmente un inolvidable

momento de diversión disco

y de recaudación de fondos

destinados a beneficiar a las

personas mayores de bajos recursos y

que se encuentran sin vivienda en San

Diego. El presidente y CEO de Serving

Seniors Paul Downey, fue quien dio la

bienvenida a los invitados a la Sunshine

Gala realizada en un hermoso jardín.

Hubo entrega de premios, un bar y

tentempiés y actividades interactivas.

Luego de la cena se presentó en

vivo la galardonada banda Elton John

Tribute Band.


Sue Schaffner, Elizabeth Cahill,

Ellen Weller and Veronica Baker

Karthik Kalyanam, Rila Gopal, Katie

Tzachanis with Didya and Shawn Koura

Tyler and Hilary Schroeder

with Amy and Tim Fraser

Devya Reddy and

Mike Passaro

David and

Krystal Gordon

Kimberly Jenks, Barbara

Brown, Carole Sachs and

Debbie Hopkins

Lois and Rob

Bernstein

Margery Pipitone

and Don Caulfield

Paul Downey, Melinda Forstey

with Kelly and Jim Sikora


Celebration

SEASON OF

Sharing

During the holiday season, which

is traditionally filled with joy and

family gatherings, many families

served by the San Diego Regional

Center face overwhelming

financial challenges. Recognizing this,

Foundation for Developmental Disabilities

launched the Season of Sharing program, a

heartfelt initiative that significantly impacts

the lives of those in need. The event was

a tremendous success, and because of the

generous support, they were able to bring

joy and assistance to so many families at

the San Diego Regional Center this holiday

season including games, photo booth, tree

decorating and more.

Kate Kinnamont, Miguel Larios,

Kaitlin Kinnamont and Sara Fitzgerald

Jan Adams and Marcia

Vanlandingham

Cindi and

Michael Harris

Sitara Sethi, Nicholas

and Michelle Welsh

with their kids

Edward and Jessica

Hershey with Dave Walker

Tradicionalmente, la temporada

de fiestas está llena de alegría y

reuniones familiares, pero en el caso

de las muchas familias asistidas por

el San Diego Regional Center, se

enfrentan a dificultades financieras. Sabiendo

que esto sucede es que la

Foundation for Developmental

Disabilities lanzó el programa

Season of Sharing, una iniciativa

que impacta de manera

significativa en las vidas de los

más necesitados. El evento fue

un éxito tremendo y gracias a

la generosa colaboración de

muchas personas, pudieron

llevar alegría, juegos, cabina de

fotos, decoración navideña y

asistencia a las familias del San

Diego Regional Center.


Lenny, Falon, Brooklynn

and Morgan Leszczynski

Mark, Megan

and Angie Klaus

Neal Stehly and

Mike Gellman

Natalie Piper

and Kate Harris

Elaine Rogers

and Rick Boyce

Katy and Vic Gausepohl

with Kam Stehly

Gordon Boerner

and Wendy Reuben

Jessica Mercado with

Amanda and Chris Lighthiser

Lori and

Alex Kay


Grand Opening

Omega

CJ Charles Jewelers had

the honor of celebrating

the Omega Boutique

Grand Opening in La

Jolla along with legendary

Omega Brand Ambassador Victor

Vescovo and clients. Owner Vahid

Moradi has created a curated

collection of the most exquisite

pieces and cherished memories,

and his clients trust him to bring

the most unique experiences in

luxury to La Jolla. Victor was the first

person to scale the highest peak on

each continent, the deepest part of

each ocean, and travel into space –

he certainly was the most interesting

man in La Jolla that night!

Vahid Moradi, Alexa Moradi, Victor Vescovo and Charles Bergan

Barry and Hema Lall


Ross Clark and Ali Moradi

Lee Trautt, Chance and Sarah Powell with Belinda Ramos

CJ Charles Joyeros tuvieron

el honor de festejar la gran

inauguración de la Omega

Boutique de La Jolla junto

al legendario embajador

de la marca Omega, Victor Vescovo. En

una noche con amigos y clientes y gran

compañía, su dueño, Vahid Morado,

presentó una colección curada de las

piezas más exquisitas y poseedoras

de grandes recuerdos, prometiendo

a sus clientes traer a La Jolla únicas y

lujosas experiencias. Victor Vescovo

fue la primera persona en escalar los

picos más altos de cada continente y

en llegar a las partes más profundas de

cada océano y también viajó al espacio,

¡realmente la persona más interesante

de la noche por lejos!

Fernando and Marcella Fernandez

Omega Boutique La Jolla Ribbon Cutting

Danesh Derissi with Bill and Jane Maheu

Kamron Mirkarimi and Douglas Crowley

Rob Joo, Sarrah Wong and Gracie Chen

Danielle Mason and Luis Phillips


Fundraiser

¡Viva

la

Vida!

Liz Ramirez, Denise Newell

and Marisela Alberto

Taraneh Sarebanha

and Halima Martelli

Lifeline Community Services

recently hosted ¡Viva la Vida!

and honored San Diego

District Attorney Summer

Stephan with The Beacon

of Hope Award and Norma Diaz,

CEO of Community Health Group

with The Spirit of Lifeline Award.

These outstanding leaders exemplify

the values of Lifeline Community

Services as true champions for the

community. An event filled with

community, joy and inspiration

celebrating Lifeline’s impact and

share stories of transformation.

Sonia Gonzales and

Vanessa Cadena

Sanya DeVore, Leilani De

Leon and Arlen Reyes

Elba Gomez and

Gabriella Rodriguez


Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe,

Lisette Islas and Councilman Raul Campillo

Recientemente, Lifeline

Community Services llevó

adelante ¡Viva la Vida!, un

evento donde también se

homenajearon al abogado

distrital Summer Stephan con el premio

The Beacon of Hope y a Norma Diaz,

CEO del Community Health Group con

el premio The Spirit of Lifeline. Estos

destacados liderazgos son un ejemplo

de los valores que representa Lifeline

Community Services. Este evento,

repleto de gente alegre perteneciente

a la comunidad, es una celebración del

impacto logrado por Lifeline en ella y

un espacio para compartir historias de

transformaciones.

Ana Duenas and

Michael Futch

Kristy Farook and

Claudia Velasquez

Octavio and

Ivonne Martinez

Rose Gray and

Gabriela Mursalin

Sara Vaz and

Alicia Kitagawa

Torrey Albertazzi and

Sarah Thompson

Sofia Salgado

and Shaina Gross

Lidia S. Martinez, District Attorney

Summer Stefan and Kazeem Omidiji

Mark and

Gabriella Burke

All smiles


Gala

Wine &

Wishes

Make-A-Wish San Diego’s

WINE & WISHES was

attended by over 400

individual and corporate

supporters. This evening

of elegance raised the funds needed

to grant life-changing wishes for

children with critical illnesses. Thanks

to partners such as Wheelhouse

Credit Union, every wish granted is

a star shining brighter, casting its light

to illuminate the path toward hope,

strength, and joy.

Dustin and Katie Cano, Michael

Kosty and Diane Monroe

Irina Shkov and

Bryan Andrus

Mike and Irina

Fennison

Fernanda Quezada, Avery

Moon, Chloe and Audrey


Jen Miller and

Stefanie Munoz

Brad and Kristen Tevedt, Gary

Katz and Suzanne Boggio-Katz

Robin Sinnott and

Lauren Neiman

Summer and

Michael Mulder

Lisa Paul Hill

and Ron Hill

Suzanne Husby with

Eric and Dai Logan

Tiffany Scarborough

and Terry Beck

Lindsay and

Dave Velasquez

Caroline Winn

and Mike Manry

Manalo Jania

and Vic Poeuv


Gala

WINE & WISHES de

Make-A-Wish San

Diego contó con la

presencia de más de

400 invitados y personas

representando corporaciones para

compartir una elegante velada donde

recaudar fondos y lograr cumplir

los deseos de niños padeciendo

enfermedades críticas. Gracias a socios

como Wheelhouse Credit Union, cada

deseo logrado es una estrella más

brillante que ilumina el camino hacia la

esperanza, la fortaleza y la alegría.

Jan Dutcher and

Melissa Soria

Jennifer Depry and

Michael Mantis

Erika Sierra and

Jim Amundson

Lisa Silverwood

and Lauri Buehler

Lisa and

Paul Clifford

Michelle Marier and

Jennifer Kososki


Shawn and Kathleen

Ledbetter with Craig Weber

Hallie Noel, Cadence

with Amanda Martinez

Phil and Lauren

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Education

KIPP SoCal

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF

EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE

On October 10, 2024, KIPP SoCal Public

Schools celebrated its 20th Anniversary

Gala at the Skirball Cultural Center

in Los Angeles, commemorating two

decades of educational excellence and

community impact. The event honored

philanthropists Martha and Bruce Karsh

for their unwavering commitment of advancing educational

equity in Southern California.

The evening began with a vibrant reception featuring

performances by KIPP Scholar Academy Band Director

Anthony Harvey and interactive moments with alumni.

Guests connected with former students, sharing stories

that highlighted KIPP SoCal’s transformative role in

education since 2003.

Co Hosts 7th Grader Elektra

Skannal and Eric Desobe

KIPP Foundation CEO Shavar

Jeffries and Martha & Bruce Karsh

The celebration continued with dinner and an awards

presentation co-hosted by Eric Desobe, KIPP SoCal’s Director

of Talent Acquisition, and Elektra Skannal, a 7th grader from

KIPP Philosophers Academy. They guided the audience

through KIPP SoCal’s journey from three middle schools to

a network of 20 high-performing schools serving over 10,000

students, including San Diego. CEO Angella Martinez and

Board Chair Luis Rodriguez delivered speeches emphasizing

the organization’s commitment to educational equity. A

special mariachi performance by KIPP Sol Academy added

a cultural highlight to the evening. Attendees were moved

by a video featuring alumna Emily Amador, who shared

her gratitude for KIPP Forward, the program that supports

students through high school, college, and career success.

KIPP SoCal continues its mission to create equitable

educational opportunities for all. Join this mission and ensure

that KIPP SoCal continues to impact academic outcomes,

generations, and the world – one KIPPster at a time. Learn

more: www.kippsocalcampaign.org.


El 10 de octubre de 2024 el KIPP SoCal

Public Schools festejó sus 20 años con una

gala aniversario en el Skirball Cultural

Center de Los Angeles, conmemorando

dos décadas de excelencia educativa que

impactan en la comunidad. El evento

homenajeó también a Martha y Bruce

Karsh por su

inquebrantable

compromiso en

pos de lograr la

igualdad educativa

en el sur de

California.

La velada comenzó

con una importante

recepción con

presentaciones a

cargo del director

de la banda de

KIPP Scholar

Academy

Anthony Harvey,

para ser seguido

de momentos

compartidos

con exalumnos.

Los invitados

conversaron y

compartieron

historias con

exalumnos

destacando el

transformador

rol en la

educación que

ha tenido KIPP

SoCal desde sus

inicios en 2003.

Luego se continuó con una cena

y la entrega de premios a cargo

de Eric Desobe, director de

adquisición de talentos de KIPP

SoCal, junto a Elektra Skannal, una

alumna de 7º grado perteneciente

a la Academia de Filosofía de

KIPP SoCal

continues its mission

to create equitable

educational

opportunities for all.

KIPP. Ellos condujeron a la audiencia por el viaje desde

las tres escuelas medias de KIPP hasta lograr una red

de 20 escuelas de alto rendimiento al servicio de más

de 10,000 alumnos, entre las cuales se encuentra San

Diego. La CEO Angella Martinez y el presidente de la

comisión directiva Luis Rodriguez, tuvieron a cargo los

discursos que pusieron énfasis en la importancia de la

equidad educativa.

La presentación

especial de

mariachi a cargo

de la KIPP Sol

Academy dio el

toque cultural

de la velada.

Se proyectó un

conmovedor

video presentando

a la exalumna

Emily Amador

agradeciendo

al programa

KIPP Sol Mariachi performance

KIPP Forward

que asiste a

estudiantes a

lo largo de la

secundaria,

facultad y

universidad

ayudándolos

a terminar sus

carreras con

éxito.

KIPP SoCal

continúa con la

misión de crear

oportunidades

de equidad

educativa para

todos. Súmense a esta misión

y ayuden a que KIPP SoCal

pueda continuar impactando

en los resultados académicos

de las generaciones futuras, un

KIPPster a la vez. Para saber más:

www.kippsocalcampaign.org.

KIPP 20th Anniversary Gala


Culinary

Pairings

with a

Purpose

Chefs Jason McLeod, Nic Webber

and Yara Lamers joined forces in

Rancho Santa Fe for an enchanting

Pairings with a Purpose Dinner Party.

This is part of a series celebrating

Feeding San Diego’s community of supporters

who make it possible to provide nutritious meals

to anyone in need while maximizing food rescue.

Every dinner is completely different, from the

chef to the venue, but the one thing they have

in common is that all proceeds from the events

support Feeding San Diego’s hunger relief and

food rescue programs in San Diego County.

Sandy Rabourne

and Nancy Leone

Laura and

Larry Sachs

Alberto Mier y Teran, Lisa Lonergan

with Mark and Hilary Loretta

Sean Caddell, Guenter Seidel with

Catherine and John Garrigan


Gilberto Avila, Cesar Villasenor,

Mario Gonzalez and Juan Gil Ramirez

Los chefs Jason McLeod, Nic Webber y Yara

Lamers unieron sus esfuerzos para llevar

adelante en Rancho Santa Fe la encantadora

cena Pairings with a Purpose. Este evento es

parte de una serie de festejos organizados que

buscan celebrar el apoyo que Feeding San Diego recibe

de la comunidad, lo que hace posible brindar miles

de comidas nutritivas a las personas necesitadas y a la

vez maximizar el rescate de alimentos. Cada cena es

completamente diferente, desde el chef involucrado a la

locación, pero lo que sí tienen en común es el destino

de las recaudaciones: los programas de lucha contra

el hambre y el rescate de alimentos que Feeding San

Diego lleva delante en el condado de San Diego.

Mary Meigs and

Kristin Haygood

Kelly Cole and

Alexandria Ott

Bob Kamensky and

Gwendolyn Sontheim

Jamie and

Mark Kotsay

Erin Combs, Howard Pearl

and Claudia Sandoval

Jamie Carr and

Alison Glader

Melissa Sawnson, Alchera

Ayyad and Patty O’Connor

Inge Cornejo, Amanda Sepulveda,

Andrea Gonzalez and Barbara Garcia


Arts

LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY

Stunning Dance

Experiences Abound

Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez

San Diego dance lovers are in for a rare

treat as three of the most iconic dance

companies in the world are presented as

part of La Jolla Music Society’s 2025 season.

Celebrating its 100th anniversary, the

groundbreaking Martha Graham Dance

Company comes to the San Diego Civic

Theatre on January 25. The most celebrated modern

dance company in America exemplifies its founder’s

timeless and uniquely American style of dance - one

that has influenced generations of artists and continues

to captivate audiences worldwide. This once-in-alifetime

performance includes the classic Appalachian

Spring, We the People, and Cave.

Next, visionary choreographer Twyla Tharp

celebrates her 60th anniversary with a coast-to-coast

tour featuring her Olivier-nominated Diabelli, set

to Beethoven’s masterpiece of the same name, and

SLACKTIDE, a new dance to a reimagining of Philip

Glass’s iconic Aguas da Amazonia. Showcasing Tharp’s

uncanny and witty use of music to create work of

startling originality and beauty, the two dances once

again ensure Tharp’s place as one of the great artists

of our time. This performance will be at the Balboa

Theatre on February 13.

Finally, on March 23 comes an opportunity to see the

renowned Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia

Hernández, also at the Balboa Theatre. Hernández

has showcased the beauty of her culture by sharing


the traditional dances of Mexico

with a global audience. Now, over

70 years later, her artistic legacy

continues to flourish in these

exquisite works featuring great

technical difficulty, elaborate

costumes, and world-class

dancers.

Buyers of all three in the Dance

Series receive a 10 percent

discount on tickets. Details and

tickets: www.TheConrad.org

Martha Graham Dance Company

Twyla Tharp

Los amantes de la danza de San Diego van a poder

ser parte de algo muy especial ya que tres de las más

icónicas compañías de baile del mundo van a ser parte

de la temporada 2025 de La Jolla Music Society.

En ocasión de su centenario, la compañía Martha

Graham Dance Company viene al San Diego Civic

Theatre el 25 de enero. Esta tan afamada compañía de

danza moderna de América es un ejemplo viviente de este único

estilo atemporal de danza americana creado por la inolvidable

Martha Graham, y que continúa influyendo la danza y

cautivando audiencias.

Buyers of

all three in

the Dance

Series

receive a

10 percent

discount

on tickets

Luego, la visionaria coreógrafa Twyla Tharp celebra su 60°

aniversario con un tour de costa a costa presentando su galardonada Diabelli, basada

en la obra maestra de Beethoven y SLACKTIDE, un nuevo baile para re imaginar la

icónica Aguas de Amazonia de Philip Glass. Con la inteligente y misteriosa utilización

de la música para crear impresionante y original belleza, los dos bailes nuevamente

aseguran a Tharp un lugar entre los grandes artistas de nuestros tiempos. Esta

presentación se llevará adelante el 13 de febrero en el teatro Balboa.

Para finalizar, el 23

de marzo tendremos

la oportunidad de ver

al renombrado Ballet

Folklórico de México

de Amalia Hernández,

también en el teatro

Balboa. Hernández hace

una presentación de la

belleza de su cultura

compartiendo frente a

una audiencia

mundial danzas

tradicionales de

México. Luego de

70 años, su legado

artístico continúa

floreciendo en

estas exquisitas

piezas de gran

dificultad técnica,

elaborados trajes

y bailarines de

primer nivel.

Quienes compren

las tres series de

presentaciones de danza

tendrán un diez por ciento

de descuento en las entradas.

para más detalles:

www.TheConrad.org


Sports

Charity

Golf

Classic

Home of Guiding Hands’

42nd Annual Charity

Golf Classic was

presented by the Kerr

Family Foundation and

took place at the Singing Hills Golf

Club at Sycuan on the Oak Glen

Golf Course. President & CEO

Edward Hershey helped kicked

off a day of golfing which help

make a significant impact in helping

support individuals with intellectual

and developmental disabilities.

Jesus Espinosa, Bill

Lemke and Lov Riar

Johnny Crisei

and Lyle Everett

Falon Leszczynski

and Erik Pflaum

Beau Romero and

Kyle Lancaster


Chris and

Gary Johnson

Denise and Jim Grabau

with Debra Radovich



Sports

La 42° edición del clásico anual de golf de

Home of Guiding Hands fue presentado por la

Fundación de la familia Kerr en el Singing Hills

Golf Club del Sycuan en la cancha Oak Glen.

Su presidente y CEO Edward Hershey, fue quien

dio inicio al día de golf que aparte del entretenimiento,

busca asistir de manera significativa a personas con

discapacidades de desarrollo e intelectuales.

Andrew Sanchez, Grant

Webster and Jake Erlendson

Edward Hershey

and Rob Ranswerler

John Thompson, Marc

Covert and Laurie Purcell

Danielle Herrod, Rachel

and Paul Palombo

VJ, Annie and

Vic Asaro

Cody Olsen, Ernie Palma,

Joshua and Chelsea Clark


Trevor and

Jennifer Yates

Eric Hungarter

and Rich Kerr

Sarah Mcbride

and Tim Araiza

Claire Hultquist with

Cori and Cindi Harris

Emilio Jiraldez and

Emanuel Albeik

Albert Domingo, Rachele Domingo-

Rogers, Brody Rogers and Matt Rogers

Scott and Connor

Buckley with Paul Botte


Festival

Hallo-Wine

Founded in 1972, Home Start, Inc.

provides services to children and

families living in poverty who require

immediate, comprehensive solutions

to ensure their safety and healthy

development. Every October in recognition of

National Domestic Violence Awareness Month,

the organization hosts Hallo-Wine, a big fall

fundraiser, with all proceeds benefiting San

Diego’s most vulnerable children and families

through Home Start’s programs.

Fiona Mackin-Jha, Laura and Lorie

Tancredi-Baese and Grace Yamane

Srinivs Chirebu and

Samantha Balistreri

Peter Myers and

Samer Khouli


Joey Esposito, Gabriela

Flanigan and Travis Petley

Leigh Ann and Robert

Coronel with Steven Iphriam

Edna and

David Wallace

Fundada en 1972,

Home Start Inc. brinda

servicios a familias y

niños viviendo en la

pobreza, ofreciéndoles

soluciones integrales para

asegurarles desarrollarse en

seguridad y salud. Cada octubre,

en reconocimiento del mes

de la Concientización nacional

de la violencia doméstica, la

organización lleva adelante

Hallo-Wine, un evento de otoño

para recaudar fondos, donde las

recaudaciones se destinan a los

programas de Home Start que

asisten a los niños y familias más

vulnerables de San Diego.


Dawn Douglas, Carol

Gallagher and Lorie

Tancredi-Baese

Bob and

Melissa Ellis

Angie Sandoval, Loni

Botticelli and Joanie Albino

Alexandra Beckwith, Rachel

Shocket and Sabina Waid


Gala

A Coastal Affair

2025 ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION BRILLIANCE GALA

Join the Alzheimer’s Association May 2, 2025, at

the Seabird Ocean Resort in Oceanside for the

Alzheimer’s Association San Diego & Imperial

Chapter 2025 Brilliance Gala - A Coastal Affair.

The evening will recognize and celebrate the

global impact San Diegans have had in changing

the trajectory of Alzheimer’s disease and all other

dementias, while also raising funds to ensure that work

continues.

The

recognition

starts with

honoring the

Keck School

of Medicine

USC

Alzheimer’s

Therapeutic

Research

Institute

(ATRI) as

the 2025

Alzheimer’s

Association’s

“Visionary

Award”

recipient.

This award is

presented to

an individual, company or organization with remarkable

foresight and dedication to improve the lives of those

with dementia, their caregivers, and loved ones. Located

here in the global hub for neuroscience and Alzheimer’s

therapeutic research, ATRI’s work is critical to the fight

to End Alzheimer’s. Their work is especially exciting; an

idea that seemed impossible only a few years ago. Further

discovery in this area could be life-changing for the

millions of individuals and families who will be impacted

by Alzheimer’s disease.

The 2025 Alzheimer’s Association Hope Award,

presented to an individual whose life story and

activities have spurred others to action on behalf of the

millions of Americans with Alzheimer’s, is long-time

volunteer

and

champion

Maureen

McNulty.

Maureen

has spent

a lifetime

in the fight

to end

Alzheimer’s.

Her work

at the

Alzheimer’s

Association

laid the

foundation

for the

current

Era of

Janis Eoff, Maureen McNulty and Melanie Parker Treatment,

and her

most recent work as a volunteer and advocate helped

pass legislation that will cover treatment for those with

Alzheimer’s – something that was not even an option just

a decade ago. Maureen’s commitment to the fight against

Alzheimer’s is personal as she was a caregiver for her

mother, and currently helps care for her sister.


Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute

The Time is

Now

We are at

a turning

point in the

fight against

Alzheimer’s

disease. We

are making

progress at an

unimaginable

rate, but there

is still so much

to do. And that

work starts with your support.

The Brilliance Gala offers more than an exceptional

evening of celebration featuring cocktails, seated dinner,

live and silent auction, live entertainment, special guests

and more, but also an opportunity to change the future:

an opportunity to create a world without Alzheimer’s and

all other dementia.

Funds raised at the Brilliance Gala fund local programs

and services as well as research to find treatments and

a cure. The Association is currently funding more than

$18 million

in active

research

targeting

Alzheimer’s

disease across

institutions

right here in

San Diego,

including San

Diego State

University,

UC San

San Diego Chapter leadership

Diego, the

Salk Institute for Biological Studies, the University of

Southern California’s Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research

Institute and more.

There has never been a more important time in the

fight to end Alzheimer’s than right now. This urgency is

the driving factor behind the 2025 Brilliance Gala. The

2025 Brilliance Gala is brought to you by ATRI, AMN

Healthcare, Takeda, and Belmont Village.

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Luncheon

Business

Hall of Fame

Junior Achievement of San Diego Business Hall

of Fame Luncheon recently celebrated the

induction of the next class of Lifetime Laureates.

These individuals represent business excellence,

inspiring leadership, entrepreneurial achievement,

and innovation with a mindfulness toward community

and philanthropy. This year’s honorees were Sam

Attisha, Vickie Turner, and Buzz Woolley.

Lonny Zilberman, Sean

Lopez and Hugh Kim

Will Tseng, Danette

Roberts and Tracy Abrams

Jane and Tom Fetter

with Patti Roscoe

Sam Attisha, Vickie

Turner and Buzz Woolley

Nancy Rohland

and Doug Wright


Caroline Winn and

Kazeem Omidiji

El Almuerzo del Business

Hall of Fame de Junior

Achievement de San Diego

recientemente celebró la

presentación de la nueva

camada de Lifetime Laureates. Estas

personas representan la excelencia

empresarial, son ejemplos de

liderazgo y de logros empresariales,

utilizando la innovación y una

mirada consciente de la solidaridad

y filantropía para con la comunidad.

Los homenajeados del presente

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Turner y Buzz Woolley.

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About San Diego

SHRIEKING AND SQUAWKING

About San Diego

BY KEN KRAMER

Did you

know

there

is a

name

for r a

group

of parrots? It is called a

pandemonium. There are

other names too, like a

flock or a company. But I

like pandemonium. It is perfectly descriptive. And if

you live in some beach communities of San Diego, you

know why. Every day at first light the pandemonium

takes wing. A joie de vivre celebration of sunrise that is

delightful or raucous depending on your disposition.

As far back as the 1930s

they have been a part

of the sights and sound

of Ocean Beach and

Point Loma. Numbering

anywhere from 100 to

350, they are Mexican

Red-headed Amazon

parrots from the Gulf

Coast of our southern

neighbor, and if you are

curious about how they got here, you are not alone.

“The parrots were probably brought here by people.

They did not fly here,” says Dr. Jeffrey Jenkins of

the Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital on Morena

Boulevard. One theory holds that they were pets

Did the wild parrots of Ocean Beach and Point

Loma originate at Lomaland Theosophical Center.

Ernie the Parrot lived for a time

among the trees in Ocean Beach.


kept aboard tuna fishing boats and were released

once the vessels returned home to San Diego. It is

possible the great-great-great-great grand parrots

of the current pandemonium resided on the

grounds of Point Loma’s Theosophical Center 90

years ago. Another story surrounds an event that

may have happened in the 1960s where a woman

in Ocean Beach was supposedly caring for several

birds, and they were released when a fire broke

out. Or maybe the fire was at a pet store. It is all

very unclear.

Dr. Jenkins has spent years studying and

photographing the parrots of Ocean Beach. “They

nest in the date palms,” where food is immediately

available, “though they also love the fruit of carob

trees and eucalyptus berries.” Mostly indifferent to

people, they do not attack or carry human disease

and seem to have adapted splendidly to San Diego’s

less than tropical climate.

Wild parrots are celebrated in

Stained Glass at this home in OB.

It is not uncommon for injured parrots to

be taken to Dr. Jenkins. One, named Ernie,

is a spectacular specimen with beautiful

green and red feathers, who took so long

in recovery it was determined he could

no longer survive in the wild. So, Ernie

simply ended up living at the hospital

and, to all appearances, loves life there.

Another feathered friend nearby is named

Jerrick, who came from a separate flock that

circulates around El Cajon and East County.

But it is in Ocean Beach where the parrots

seem to have settled for the duration. Now,

when 10 or 20 of them approach, it is a

sound that can be heard for blocks, and

when they sail overhead to settle on a nearby

tree, it is an event. Truly, a pandemonium.

Dr. Jeffrey Jenkins has cared for

injured wild parrots in San Diego.

Ken Kramer is Creator

and Host of Ken

Kramer’s About San

Diego, a weekly series of

stories about the history

of the area we call home.


Community

Life

Science

Cares

Life Science Cares Executive

Director Alicia Quinn Kitagawa

welcomed the community to the

third annual Impact Breakfast. An

electric morning with a room full

of passionate life science pioneers and

nonprofit leaders who are driving change

in San Diego. Together, they are creating

lasting impact and empowering those in

the community who need it most.

Alicia Quinn Kitagawa, Tom

Daniel and Trisha Millican

Eden Coffler and

Grace Ritsema

Jason and Jessica Stewart

with Mason Matthies

Zaira Martinez

and Britney Ross

Amy Bergen, Sidd

Vivek and Kelly Jo

Felicity Baker

and Linda Sierra


John Van Cleef and

Robert Kamensky

Alicia Quinn Kitagawa,

directora ejecutiva de

Life Science Cares dio la

bienvenida a la comunidad

para participar del tercer

Impact Breakfast que se realiza

anualmente. Una mañana con

el salón repleto de apasionados

pioneros de las ciencias de la vida

y líderes de organizaciones sin

fines de lucro se reunieron en San

Diego para continuar impactando

y empoderando a los más

necesitados de la comunidad.

Scott Bechtler-Levin

and Connie Matsui

Dylan Kornbluth and

Chris Montgomery

Baltazar Perez

and H. Puentes

Stacey Tyree, Brandi

Roberts and Andrew Sexton

Ousmane Cava

and Rob Gaan

Kevin Wilson

and Tom Coll

Neely Mozaffarian, Pamela Vizanko,

Eva Matthews and Kelley Jo

Juli Moran

and Don Wells

Janelle Nelson, Mel Katz

and Azareel Canizales

Natasha Bowman and

America Thompson


Outreach

Holiday

Turkey

Giveaway

The Sycuan Band of

the Kumeyaay Nation

partnered with

the National City

School District to

distribute 1,000 turkeys to local

community family members,

spreading holiday cheer.

Families with students attending

one of the 10 public schools

within the National City School

District, Preschool Center,

Integrity Charter School,

National City Middle School

and Granger Junior High School

received a complimentary

turkey. Members of the Sycuan

Tribal Council, National School

District Board President

Michelle Gates and more

helped distribute the turkeys to

families this holiday season.

Juan Baca and

Lauren Morrow

Adam Day, Josh Muse, Cody

Martinez and Willie Tucker Jr.

Frank Spurgeon

and James Spratley

DeVere Jones, Tom McMahon

and Estevan Hernandez

La Sycuan Band de la Nación Kumeyaay

se asoció con el distrito escolar de

National City para distribuir 1,000 pavos

entre las familias de la comunidad local,

difundiendo el espíritu de compartir y la

alegría de estas fiestas. Las familias con alumnos

asistiendo a alguna de las diez escuelas públicas

del distrito escolar de National City, Preschool

Center, Integrity Charter School, National City

Middle School y Granger Junior High School

recibieron un pavo extra. Los miembros del

Consejo tribal de Sycuan, la presidente de la

comisión escolar distrital de National, Michelle

Gates y muchas otras personas ayudaron a

repartir los pavos en esta época de festejos.


Evan McGinnis, Halie

Yousif and Chadd Cady

Donlee Hardy, Derrick Earl

Taylor and Alberto Navarro

As Philanthropy Editor, each week I feature a

different hometown hero as part of our “Feel

Good Friday” e-newsletter. I am passionate about

highlighting some of the causes that are creating

a positive difference in our town as well as the

individuals who are making it all happen.

Raul Vazquez, Rob

Cinelli and Eddie Quinn

Sincerely,

Lori M. Walton

Philanthropy Editor

Giving Back Magazine

Sophia Ruiz, Christopher

Lajuj and Amy Kalish

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SHINING A LIGHT ON

Human Trafficking Prevention

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a

time to shed light on an injustice that often thrives

in silence. Traffickers exploit individuals of all

ages and backgrounds, often using manipulation

and deceit to trap them in unsafe conditions. By

fostering awareness and taking action, we can

empower those impacted and prevent future harm.

Lifeline

Community

Services’

Project LIFE

(Living in

Freedom from

Exploitation)

is dedicated

to prevention

and healing.

Through

education,

outreach, and

individualized

care, Project

LIFE equips

Ana

communities

with the knowledge to

recognize trafficking and

offers those impacted the

tools to rebuild their lives.

One of these stories

belongs to Ana, a

17-year-old lured with

a student visa under

the false promise of attending a boarding school. Ana

found herself in a labor trafficking situation, forced

into grueling tasks and prevented from leaving. Despite

these circumstances, Ana’s resilience guided her to

Project LIFE. With their support, she began her senior

year of high school focusing on graduating and creating

healthy relationships with her peers. Over time, Ana


MONTH

“Project LIFE gave me hope

and support when I needed it

most and accompanied me on

my journey to gain back my

independence and freedom.”

reconnected with her mother and family, building a

brighter future with renewed hope and strength.

In San Diego, trafficking is more prevalent than many

realize. Our region ranks thirteenth in the nation

for trafficking, representing $810 million in criminal

activity annually, highlighting the urgency of prevention

efforts.

Project LIFE

addresses this

crisis through

workshops,

school

presentations,

and

partnerships

that teach

youth and

families how

to recognize

trafficking

risks.

“Education and

trust-building

are key,” shares

Rachael, Project LIFE’s

Outreach Coordinator.

“We strive to help people

navigate their path forward

while raising awareness to

prevent harm.”

This month, join

in standing against

trafficking. Learn the signs, support survivors, and

advocate for change. For resources or support, visit

www.lifelinecs.org, call (760) 842-6526 or reach out

to the National Human Trafficking Hotline at (888)

373-7888. Together, we can foster a future free from

exploitation.

Enero es el mes de la Prevención contra el tráfico humano, un momento del año

donde crear conciencia sobre la injusticia que sufren miles de personas de todas las

edades y orígenes en manos de los traficantes y explotadores, muchas veces usando

la manipulación y el engaño para dejarlos en situaciones peligrosas. Al promover la

concientización y tomar acción podemos empoderar a aquellas personas afectadas

y vulnerables a prevenir más daños.

El proyecto LIFE de Lifeline Community Services (Vivir libres de la explotación) se

dedica a prevenir y sanar por medio de la educación, la divulgación y la atención personalizada.

El proyecto LIFE equipa a las comunidades con el conocimiento para reconocer el tráfico de

personas y brinda a quienes la padecieron, las

herramientas para reconstruir sus vidas.

Una de estas historias pertenece a Ana, una joven

de 17 años con visa de estudiante bajo la falsa

promesa de asistir a una escuela pupila. Ana se

encontró en una situación de tráfico humano,

obligada a cumplir con terribles labores y sin la

posibilidad de irse. A pesar de las circunstancias,

la resiliencia de Ana la llevó a escuchar sobre el

proyecto LIFE y con su apoyo logró comenzar

el último año del secundario enfocándose en

graduarse y crear sanas relaciones con sus pares.

Con el tiempo Ana reconectó con su madre y

familia, construyendo un mejor futuro con mayor

fortaleza y esperanza.

En San Diego el tráfico de personas es mayor de lo

que muchos suponen, ubicándose en el 13° lugar

en el ranking nacional presentando $810 millones

anuales en actividades criminales, lo que demuestra

la urgencia de llevar adelante esfuerzos preventivos.

El proyecto LIFE trabaja sobre estos problemas

por medio de talleres, presentaciones en escuelas y

asociaciones enseñando a los jóvenes y sus familias

a reconocer los signos del tráfico de personas.

“La educación y la confianza son esenciales”

nos comparte Rachel, coordinadora del área de

difusión del proyecto LIFE. “Luchamos por ayudar

a las personas a transitar su camino hacia un futuro

mejor y al mismo tiempo crear conciencia sobre el

tema para prevenir más daño”

Este mes, súmense a la lucha contra el tráfico de

Mother and Daughter rebuilding family

personas, sepan reconocer las señales, apoyar a

sobrevivientes del flagelo y a trabajar por lograr por

un cambio. Para recursos o apoyo visite www.lifelinecs.org, llame al (760) 842-6526 o a la

Línea de emergencia nacional de tráfico humano (National Human Trafficking Hotline) al

(888) 373-7888. Juntos podemos pensar en un futuro libre de la explotación humana.


Gala

FED 360

Jewish Federation of San Diego

hosted a moment to unite, reflect,

and propel the community toward an

even brighter future. Hundreds of San

Diego’s Jewish community members

came together to celebrate our vibrant

community and enjoyed a special treat

with a live performance by Modi Rosenfeld,

who had everyone laughing. Together, they

celebrated the vibrant Jewish community

and ensured Jewish life in San Diego will

thrive for generations to come.

Sharleen Wollach, Sheryl Rabinowitz,

Brian Daly and Fabienne Perlov

Danielle and

Brian Miller

Maryl Petreccia

and Helena Virga

Heidi Gantwerk

and Dana Zeff


Simone Canter and

Graham Gabriel

Kelly and

Jeremy Pearl

Gala

La Jewish Federation of San Diego

llevó adelante un momento único

donde reunir, reflexionar y movilizar

a la comunidad judía hacia un futuro

más prometedor. Cientos de persona

de San Diego pertenecientes a la comunidad

judía se reunieron para compartir este

especial momento y disfrutar de una ocasión

especial donde la presentación en vivo de

Modi Rosenfeld, llenó de risas la ocasión,

honrando y festejando la vida judía de San

Diego y buscando que siga prosperando por

muchas generaciones más.

Gary Shekhter, Heidi

Gantwerk and Jean Shekhter

Marie Raftery and

Bob Rubenstein

Julie Bear, Kira Finkenberg

and Dana Koenig

Hernan and Rachel

Luis y Prado

Alicia Suss-Prado, Joey Barcoe,

Lauren Betite and Ava Arnold


David Bark and

Jeff Schindler

John Segal and

Glenn Brodowsky

Luna Levy, Marsha

Berkson and Sonia Israel

Gilad Hoffman

and Kellie Maul

Lee and Jill

Egerman

Ariel Redfern and

Michelle Wolff

Scott Schindler

and Fiona Eiter

Nataly and

David Bramzon

Simone Abelsohn

and Rachel Schindler


Community

CELEBRATING 75 YEARS

OF REBUILDING LIVES

A Milestone

of Hope

and Impact

For 75 years, Father Joe’s Villages

has stood as a beacon of hope,

compassion, and transformation

in the San Diego community.

Since their humble beginnings in

1950, their mission has remained

steadfast: to end

homelessness one life at a

time. As we commemorate this

extraordinary milestone, we

reflect on the countless lives

rebuilt, the families reunited,

and the community strengthened

through the power of support and

compassion.

This year-long celebration not

only honors their history but also looks toward a

future filled with promise. Their 75th anniversary

theme, A Beacon of Hope, serves as a reminder

of the resilience and dedication that has shaped

their journey.

The original headquarters at 16th and Market

in the back building of an auto repair shop

St. Theresa of Calcutta Villa - Turning

the Key Initiative before opening

Throughout the year, Father Joe’s Villages will host a series

of exciting events, including their signature Children’s

Charity Gala, their Golf Classic, and San Diego’s oldest and

largest Thanksgiving Day 5K, Run For

Hope to rally support for vital programs

and services. A special anniversary

webpage will highlight inspiring stories

of transformation, innovative initiatives

like Turning the Key affordable housing,

and ways for you to join this momentous

celebration.

Father Joe’s Villages has become a

movement - a testament to what can be

achieved when individuals, businesses, and the community

unite with a common goal. As they celebrate 75 years, we

invite you to walk with them into the future, ensuring that the

legacy of compassion continues for generations to come.

Visit www.neighbor.org/a-beacon-of-hope to learn more

about their impact, upcoming

events, and how you can be part

of this historic year. Together,

we will continue rebuilding lives

and creating a San Diego where

everyone has a place to call home.

Here is to 75 years of hope - and to

the countless possibilities ahead.


Por más de 75 años Father Joe

‘s Villages ha sido una luz

de esperanza, compasión y

transformación en la comunidad

de San Diego. Desde sus humildes

comienzos en 1950, se ha mantenido

firme en su misión de luchar contra

la falta de vivienda. Mientras conmemoramos este

increíble hito, reflexionamos sobre las incontables

vidas recuperadas, familias reunidas y sobre el

fortalecimiento de comunidad gracias al poder de

la compasión y del apoyo recibido.

A Beacon of Hope como lema de

su 75 aniversario y recordatorio

de la resiliencia y dedicación

que es su esencia, el festejo de

un año de duración no sólo

homenajea su historia, sino

que también arroja una mirada

promisoria sobre el futuro.

A lo largo del año de

celebraciones, las aldeas de

Father Joe van a llevar adelante

una serie de eventos entre

Father Joe Carroll with

the first donation pickup

Father Joe’s Village’s

75th anniversary

theme, A Beacon

of Hope, serves

as a reminder of

the resilience and

dedication that has

shaped their journey.

los cuales se encuentran sus

emblemáticos Children´s

Charity Gala, Golf Classic

y la mayor y más antigua

correcaminata de 5K de

Thanksgiving, Run for Hope

que asiste a sus programas y

servicios. Una página especial

para conmemorar el aniversario

va a estar destacando historias

de transformaciones, contando

innovadoras iniciativas como

lo es el Turning the Key de viviendas asequibles y

también diversas maneras para sumarse a los festejos.

Father Joe ‘s Villages se ha convertido en un

testimonio de lo que la personas pueden lograr

cuando se unen los esfuerzos de la comunidad

y empresas tras un objetivo común. Los

invitamos a compartir estas celebraciones por

los 75 años, acompañándonos a construir un

legado de compasión que perdure por muchas

generaciones más.

Visite www.neighbor.org/a-beacon-of-hope

para saber más sobre los logros, sobre los

próximos eventos y sobre cómo participar de

este histórico año. Juntos vamos a continuar

reconstruyendo las vidas de muchas personas y

creando un San Diego donde cada uno tenga un

lugar al que llamar mi hogar.

Father Joe with children in

front of the Joan Kroc Center


Community

San Diego River

Refresh Day

Over 250 dedicated volunteers from San Diego

Gas & Electric (SDG&E) and Sempra spent

their morning at the inaugural San Diego

River Refresh Day. Hosted by the San Diego

River Park Foundation and SDG&E, volunteers

spread out across three key sites - Mast Park in Santee,

the River Center in Mission Valley, and the River Mouth in

Ocean Beach. Volunteers enjoyed a transformative day of

habitat restoration, trail maintenance, mural painting and

riverside clean-ups, all aimed at improving the health of the

San Diego River and its surrounding ecosystems.

Arielle and Myles Merrill,

Molly, Hilary Dufour

Peter Wall, Martha

Gomez and Toby Jack

Supervisor Joel Anderson, Bruce Folkmann,

Sarah Hutmacher and Dustin Trotter

Dennis Gerschoffer

and Chris Tartar


Brian Burr and Shaina

Gross with Griffin

Más de 250 dedicados

voluntarios

pertenecientes al

San Diego Gas &

Electric (SDG&E)

y a Sempra, compartieron la

mañana durante la inauguración

del San Diego River Refresh Day.

Organizado por la Fundación San

Diego River Park y el SDG&E, los

voluntarios se distribuyeron a lo

largo de tres sitios claves (Mast

Park en Santee, River Center en

Mission Valley y La Boca en Ocean

Beach) para llevar adelante un día

de transformación y restauración

del hábitat, también realizando

tareas de mantenimiento de los

senderos, pintando murales y

limpiado las orillas del río, todo

con el objetivo de mejorar la

salud del río San Diego y de sus

inmediaciones.

Tai and Mintra Bush

with Minka and Mirriam

Patrick and

Kayla Malone

Brad Donahue and

Lauren Warner


Milestone

Topping

Off

Ceremony

In the heart of National City, a community that

has seen challenges in accessible healthcare,

a beacon of hope is rising. San Ysidro Health

Kimball Highland, a groundbreaking 134,000

square foot health facility, is taking shape with

each concrete pour, symbolizing a transformative

journey from rock bottom to new heights. A

top-off celebration was held as the final beam

was placed allowing friends, supporters and

sponsors to sign the beam before installation.

Rafael Castellanos

and Lisa Schmidt

Patricia Alvarez de los Cobos

and Adrianna O'Donnell

Brian Wallace, Ed

Topps and Dan Howard

Alberto Velazques, Will Moore, Ana

Melgoza and Councilman Marcus Bush

Veronica dela Rosa

and Gaurab Mishra


Alejandra Sotelo Solis

and Arturo Solis

En el corazón de National

City, una comunidad que

se ha enfrentado a desafíos

en atención de salud surge

un rayo de esperanza. El

San Ysidro Kimball Highland, una

construcción de 143,000 pies

cuadrados destinada a la salud,

está tomando forma y cada metro

de concreto vertido simboliza un

viaje transformador hacia nuevas

alturas. Con la colocación de las

vigas del techo se realizó un festejo

entre amigos, colaboradores,

patrocinadores que dejaron

sus firmas sobre las vigas como

recuerdo del esfuerzo conjunto.

Liz Ramirez and

Alejandra Perez

Kevin Mattson

and Ben Macias

Augustus Holm

and Emilio Perez

Ed Martinez, Lore

Ramirez and Victor Nieto


Youth

EMPOWERING BOYS THROUGH

MENTORSHIP

Brandon was just a kid from the

neighborhood - strong but unsure of

himself, often feeling like an outsider

among his peers. One day, his life took

an unexpected turn when his neighbor

Ron pulled him aside and asked for

help assembling scaffolding. Brandon

was stunned. He had no idea what to do, but the fact

that Ron saw potential in him sparked a powerful

moment of self-discovery.

For Brandon, being seen and valued by Ron was

transformative. Ron did not treat him like a boy or

a project; he treated him like someone capable of

greatness. He recognized something in Brandon that

Brandon had not yet seen in himself. This was not just

about scaffolding - it was about empowerment, respect,

and trust. Ron was a mentor who believed in Brandon’s

abilities long before Brandon could. His leadership

went beyond teaching a skill; it was about fostering

self-confidence and inspiring growth.

Most of us have a “Ron” in our lives - someone

who helped shape our values, taught us to engage

meaningfully with others, and showed us how to

trust ourselves. Mentors like Ron offer more than

guidance; they create a foundation for personal

development through love, respect, and patience. They


do not impose expectations but nurture

curiosity and exploration. Through these

relationships, we learn the art of building

trust - not just with others, but with

ourselves.

January is National Mentoring Month

- a time to reflect on the life-changing

power of mentorship. One organization

making a significant impact is Boys to

Men Mentoring, supported by a dedicated

group of men who show up week after

week to guide over 850 boys across San

Diego County. These mentors do more than

teach life skills - they create safe spaces

where boys can grow, reflect, and discover

their true potential. They listen, accept,

and empower the boys to become the best

versions of themselves.

At Boys to Men, mentors are trained to

meet boys where they are - listening without

judgment, taking their words at face value,

and asking open-ended questions that spark

self-reflection. Questions like “How is that

working for you?” and “If you could change

something, what would it be?” prompt

boys to explore their true desires and take

responsibility for their choices. Every time

a boy makes a positive choice, mentors

Founder Joe Sigurdson leads

a retreat for Boys to Men

are there to reinforce it with a text or phone call, offering

encouragement and support as they continue their journey

toward growth and self-discovery.

Mentorship is a transformative partnership where both mentor

and mentee learn from one another, grow together, and forge a

lasting bond. For mentors, the joy of witnessing a young man’s

success brings a profound sense of purpose and fulfillment.

As social beings, we thrive in community - and that is exactly

what Boys to Men is creating. These intergenerational

communities are rooted in unconditional love, open-hearted

listening, acceptance, and encouragement. This January,

consider joining this movement as a mentor. Whether you can

give an hour a week or a lifetime of support, your presence

could change a young man’s

life - and enrich your own in

ways you never imagined.

To learn more, contact Boys to

Men at (619) 469-9599 or visit

www.BoysToMen.org.

Join us on April 5 for Boys to

Men’s 3rd Annual Rooted in

Resiliency - a powerful evening

of inspiration, community,

and exciting surprises. You will

not want to miss it!


Gala

Shine

Bright

on the

Diamond

Under the lights of Petco Park, hundreds of Toreros

and supporters came together at the 75th

Anniversary Founders Gala to support University

of San Diego scholars. In a historic moment

that amplified this outpouring of support, Chair

Emerita Mrs. Darlene Shiley announced a transformative

$75 million pledge – the largest gift in USD’s history. This

extraordinary commitment will launch the Shiley STEM

Initiative, creating new possibilities for future Toreros.

Coreen Petti, Darlene Shiley and Jim Harris

Maria Villalobos and Joel Tubao

Vahid Moradi and Pegah Ghamary

Fernando Leon and Veronica Guzman


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BI-LINGUAL BI-NATIONAL MULTI-CULTURAL HURRICANE RELIEF EFFORTS

MIRACLE BABIES

A Night in Venice

Gold Shield Gala

SAN DIEGO

POLICE FOUNDATION

Chairman

Danitza

Villanueva

MICHELLE M.

ALEXANDER &

YOLANDA S.

WALTHER-MEADE

Manchester

Charitable

Foundation

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HURRICANE RELIEF EFFORTS

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SANDIEGO

FOOD BANK

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DOREEN SCHONBRUN

ANITA NORTON

ELIZABETH OLIVER

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NINA DOEDE

SHERYL WHITE

MICHAEL G. MURPHY

ALLISON GLADER

TERRIE AGAHNIA

JENNIFER GILMORE

APRIL FINK,

KARIN TORANTO

AND JENNIFER

KAGNOFF

MARGI,

JANE AND

JJ FETTER

R·I·T·Z 2013 Co-Chairs

FERNANDA

AND RALPH

WHITWORTH

Patrons of

the Prado

SALAH M.

HASSANEIN

RUTH

MELERO

Roxi Link, JuLie

Cowan novak &

MerRidee Book

Chairs of the Patrons of the Prado


Heart

& Soul

Gala

HONOREES AND GALA CHAIRS

THE JACOBS & CUSHMAN

SAN DIEGO

FOOD BANK

USO

A Night of

Military Heroes

SAN YSIDRO

HEALTH TEAM

CLARICE AND

BILL PERKINS

2014 Charity Ball Chairwoman

SALLY B.

AND

JOHN M.

THORNTON

Jewels of San Diego

Stars and

Stripes Ball

DreamOn

2014 Dream On Chairs – See Page 83

THE

OLD GLOBE

Co-Chairs and Directors

Summer Splendor

SAN DIEGO

POLICE

FOUNDATION

Chief of Police Zimmerman

ROBERT &

JENNIFER

GRAMINS

Le Cirque Du Romp

Event Chairs

GWENDOLYN

SONTHEIM

MEYER

Sunset Soirée

Feeding America San Diego

SAN DIEGO

OPERA BALL

PRETTY IN PINK

The

Carrillo

Family

Philanthropy

in the Making

COMMITTED

TO BUILDING HEALTH

EQUITY

IN NATIONAL CITY

Fred and

Roxi Link


MIRACLE

BABIES

Founders and

Event Co-Chairs

Moonlight in Casablanca

Heart of

San Diego

Gala

Directors of the UC San Diego

Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center

Michael Madani, MD and Ehtisham Mahmud, MD

MAYOR KEVIN FAULCONER AND

FIRST LADY KATHERINE STUART FAULCONER

Full Steam Ahead

Jewish

Family

Service

Gala

OPTIONS –

THE WOMEN’S EVENT

SAN DIEGO

POLICE FOUNDATION

GOLD SHIELD GALA

Chief Shelley Zimmerman with Gala Chairs and K9 Unit

Honors Evelyn & Ernest Rady,

Ron S. Zollman and

Susan G. Komen, San Diego

Jewish Federation

OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY

107th Anniversary

Charity Ball

St. Madeleine

Sophie’s Center

Haute with Heart Fashion Show

HEART & SOUL GALA

USO

Then and Now

Stars and Stripes gala – See Page 91

“Faces of Miracle Babies”

Once Upon A Time – SEE PAGE 95

Jewish Family

Service

HEART & SOUL GALA

CELEBRATING

18

YEARS

San Diego Police

Foundation

Gold Shield

Gala

SAN DIEGO

FOOD BANK

Jewish

Family

Service

HEART & SOUL GALA

2017 MITZVAH

AWARD HONOREES

USO San Diego

75th Anniversary Gala

“It Takes A City To Support Our Military” – SEE PAGE 95

108TH

ANNIVERSARY

CHARITY BALL

San Diego

Police Foundation

University

of San Diego

President James T. Harris III, DEd

and Mary Harris – SEE PAGE 32

World of

Children

CELEBRATING

25 YEARS

of

CHILD ADVOCACY

A MOMENT IN BUENOS AIRES

NANCY STANLE

Philanthropist & Children’s Advoca

PAPA DOUG

AND GENIYA

MANCHESTER

We Give Thanks

Cristia

Adrian

San Diego

Food Bank

40TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY

GALA CO-CHAIRS

AND CHEF COMMITTEE

SAN DIEGO

FOOD BANK

40TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY

USO San Diego

Stars & Stripes Gala

Land of the Free… Because of the Brave.

San Diego

History

Center

MAKERS OF SAN DIEGO

Junior

Achievement of

San Diego County

2017 Hall of Fame Laureates

SEE PAGE 95

SAN YSIDRO

HEALTH CENTER

Father Joe’s Villages

Children’s Charity Gal

SEE PAG

WWW.GBSAN.COM

Jeanne Jones

and Don

Breitenberg

Jewels of San Diego

Papa Doug

&Geniya

Manchester

WE GIVE THANKS – SEE PAGE 12

Patrons of

the Prado

Masterpiece Gala

Gala Chairs and Presenting Sponsors – See Page 89


Heart & Soul Centennial Gala


77TH STARS &

STRIPES GALA

VEBA

Resource Center

EXECUTIVE

DIRECTOR

Maldonado

WITH MEMBER

Meet the new CEO

Michael Jeser and his family

MIRACLE

BABIES

Minuit à Versailles

SAN DIEGO

POLICE

FOUNDATION

THE

STRAZA

F A M I L Y

USO San Diego

STAND UP FOR LIBERTY

78th Stars & Stripes Gala

USO

San Diego

78th Stars & Stripes Gala

JEWISH

FAMILY

SERVICE

Heart & Soul Gala

San Diego

History Center

Papa Doug

&Geniya

Manchester

WE GIVE THANKS

See Page 24

President and Gala Chairs

SEE PAGE 95


Chefs, Cork & Craft Gala

IMMUNOTHERAPY

FOUNDATION

TRANSFORMING

CANCER

TREATMENT

MIRACLE BABIES

A Night in Venice

Gold Shield Gala

SAN DIEGO

POLICE FOUNDATION

Honorary Chairs

MARY AND

HUDSON DRAKE

See Page 95

Manchester

Charitable

Foundation

SUPPORTING BAHAMAS

HURRICANE RELIEF EFFORTS


SANDIEGO

FOOD BANK

$5.95

K9 Soirée

JEWISH

FEDERATION

A Year of

Achievements

A 112 YEAR

TRADITION

HOPE

LIVES HERE

CAMPAIGN

Jack McGrory

& Una Davis

Patrons

of the

Prado

HEROES OF

THE FRONT LINE

USO SAN DIEGO

Executive Director Ashley Camac and

Women in Blue

Celebration

THE

Men’s

EVENT

MANCHESTER

FINANCIAL GROUP

HONORARY CHAIRS

ED AND ANN WITT

SEE PAGE 15

READY, READY,

SET, GO SET, GO

SAN DIEGO

JEWISH COMMUNITY’S TRIP TO ISRAEL, MA

SEE PAGE 18

CELEBRATING

ITS 25TH

ANNIVERSARY

SEE PAGE 14

San Ysidro

Health

Together We Heal,

Recover and

Rebuild

SEE PAGE 15

THE TRAILBLAZERS

San Diego Police Foundation

Celebrating America’s Finest

JEWISH

FEDERATION

OF SAN DIEGO

COUNTY

DAVID

BRAMZON

JEWISH FEDERATION

OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY

BOARD CHAIR

BARRIO LOGAN

COLLEGE INSTITUTE

Roxi Link, JuLie

Cowan novak &

MerRidee Book

Chairs of the Patrons of the Prado

2021

K9 SOIRÉE


Heart

& Soul

Gala

HONOREES AND GALA CHAIRS

Home of

Guiding Hands

Meet the new CEO

Edward Hershey

and his family

S E PAGE 24

113t h

anniversary

charity

ball

Chairman Vicki Eddy with

Lisa Vieira and Reef

Jeff Patrick and

Trulette Clayes

Fostering Strength & Stability

Chairman

Danitza

Villanueva

Gala

Bajo las luces del Petco

Park, cientos de Toreros

y fanáticos se reunieron

para celebrar los

75 años de la Founders

Gala, evento que asiste a los

académicos de la Universidad

de San Diego. En un momento

histórico que demuestra el

crecimiento del apoyo recibido

por la institución, la presidente

emérita, Sra. Darlene Shiley

anunció el compromiso de

unos $75 millones destinados a

USD, la mayor donación en la

historia de la universidad. Este

extraordinario compromiso

inaugurará la iniciativa Shiley

STEM, creando nuevas

posibilidades para futuros

Toreros.

David Bennett, Joan Henkelmann

and Bernardo Bermudez

Tracy and Aric Starck

Mariann Sanchez, Jan Tebben and Beck Bamberger

Carlie Craig and Paul Azzi

Brandon and Sheree Moore


Jason annd Becca Craig with Lisa and Ben Arnold

Michelle Kennedy, Noelle Norton and Angela Aguilar

Conserving wild places for wildlife to thrive

The San Diego River Park Foundation

Saving Homes for Wildlife.

That’s what we do. Join Us.


Gala

Supporting USD

Juliana Jacobs, Samantha

Pantazopoulos and Charlotte Ditak

Adam Robinson, Aric Starck and Dylan Slater

Vickie Turner and

Kazeem Omidiji

Mary Festino and Angela McCourt

Adriana and Cristiano Amon with Kimberly and Mark Koro


Sidd Vivek and Cristina Roc

Bianca Gargicebich Almeda, Monica

Gargicebich and Eden Bryant

Charles Bass and Kara Marsh Proffitt

Christopher Antinucci, Marisa Vore,

Samantha Stafford and Mike Persall

Whitney Robinson and Nicole Broderick

Robert and Lillian Schapiro and Tom Lupfer


Arts

Mainly Mozart

SOMMELIER CONCERTMASTER

SERIES OPENS TO A SOLD-OUT CROWD

This past November 16th, the first ever

Sommelier Concertmaster Series concert

opened to a sold-out audience at

the Fairbanks Ranch Country Club.

The highly

anticipated,

one-of-a-kind

classical music and wine event

invited the audience to “taste

what they hear,” pairing the

works performed to top-tier

wines.

Each performance is led by

a concertmaster (the lead

violinist of an orchestra) who

collaborates with their chosen

sommelier to connect the music

Mainly Mozart

All-Star Orchestra

Festival is home to

the largest gathering

of concertmasters

and principal players

in the United States.

performed to the perfect glass of wine. The musicians

and the sommeliers then discuss the connection

between the wine and the performance between each

musical section, combining for a truly unique sensory

experience.

The opening concert featured

Philadelphia Orchestra

concertmaster David Kim

who was paired with Rafael

Peterson, former Wine Director

of Born and Raised and Dining

Room Captain of ADDISON.

Kim performed works by

Beethoven, Handel and

Dohnanyi with his orchestral

colleagues Burchard Chang,

viola and Priscilla Lee, cello.


The Sommelier Concertmaster

series is presented by Mainly

Mozart, best known as the

largest Mozart themed festival

in North America, as well as

its annual Mainly Mozart All-

Star Orchestra Festival, home

to the largest gathering of

concertmasters and principal

players in the United States.

There are two more concerts

in this one-of-a-kind series,

though very few tickets

remain. The next concert is

on January 11, when Dallas

Symphony Concertmaster

Alexander Kerr will be joined

by Dallas Symphony coconcertmaster

Nathan Olson

and pianist Anton Nel. They

will be partnering with expert

sommelier Gabriela Gaeta, who will

be presenting wines highlighting

Baja California and more.

The series will close on February 8, with a concert

showcasing Los Angeles Philharmonic Concertmaster

and Mainly Mozart favorite Martin Chalifour – who

also first performed with the Mainly Mozart Festival

in its inaugural year in 1989 - accompanied by pianist

Steven Vanhauwaert featuring works by Dvorak,

Brahms and Ravel. They will be partnering with Marino

Monferrato - Vice President of Hospitality Operations

for DAOU Vineyards & Official Maître D’hôtel of Hell’s

Kitchen hosted by Chef Gordon Ramsay.

Each evening will begin with an hour-long wine and

appetizer reception followed by an intermission-free

concert. Seating will be at tables-of-four with a limited

number of individual seats. The event will take place at the

Fairbanks Ranch Country Club in Rancho Santa Fe.

PHOTO CREDIT: KEN JACQUES PHOTOGRAPHY

Culinary Concerto Culinary Director and Executive

Producer Chef Claudia Sandoval, MasterChef winner

and Judge, is coordinating with the sommeliers and

wineries, and will carry the wine regions represented

at Sommelier Series into the Second Annual Culinary

Concerto, set for March 15, 2025.

To learn more about the upcoming events or to purchase

tickets, please visit mainlymozart.org/wine or call

(619) 239-0100 to reach the Mainly Mozart offices.


Outreach

Spark of

Brilliance

The Alzheimer’s Association San

Diego/Imperial Chapter 2025

Brilliance Gala campaign got off

to a great start at the Spark of

Brilliance Reception at the La

Valle Coastal Club in Rancho Santa Fe.

Attendees came together with a shared

vision of a world without Alzheimer’s

and all other dementia. They shared

experiences, asked questions, and

discussed what they could do to make

that vision a reality. An evening highlight

was the fireside chat with Board

Member and leading dementia clinician

and researcher Dr. Greg Sahagian.

Dawn Barry and

Gregory Sahagian

Hayden Holt and

Brad Purinton

Eric Thompson, Jason Wallace,

Travis Christman and Julie Purinton

Joe Smith and

Wendy Hutchison

David Crean and

Janet Hamada Kelley

La sucursal de la Alzheimer’s

Association San Diego/Imperial

llevó adelante su gala 2025 Spark of

Brilliance en La Valle Coastal Club de

Rancho Santa Fe, donde los presentes

se reunieron para compartir la idea de un

mundo sin Alzheimer y sin otras demencias.

Durante el evento se compartieron

experiencias, se hicieron preguntas y se

discutieron estrategias para hacer realidad

este sueño. Uno de los momentos destacados

de la velada fue la conversación con el Dr.

Greg Sahagian, miembro de la comisión

y uno de los líderes en atención clínica e

investigación sobre la demencia.


Jason Spark

and Tanya Xi

Janis Eoff and

Melanie Parker

John Connor and

Jennifer Overman

Sky Cross and

Matt Valiere


Impact

Beneficiary

Reception

Patrons of the Prado hosted its

Beneficiary Reception at the Fleet

Science Center. The dedicated

members handed out the proceeds

from the successful Mythical

MASTERPIECE gala to nine Balboa Park

beneficiaries and the Bucks4Buses initiatives.

The initiative provides restricted grant funds

for transportation and educational access

for San Diego school children to experience

the world-class treasures of Balboa Park.

Jennifer Nevarra, Cici Drummond.

Amy Balelo and Melisa San Filippo

Margaret Dudas, Ellen

Bryson and Ann Hill

Jim Kennedy

and Julie Novak

Laura Applegate with

Yanir and Erica Ram

Barbara, Andy and

Jacqueline Denysiak

Jessica Hanson

York and Micki Olin

Patrons of the Prado llevó

adelante su recepción solidaria

en el Fleet Science Center,

donde sus comprometidos

miembros hicieron entrega a

nueve instituciones del Parque Balboa

y a las iniciativas de Buck4Buses de las

recaudaciones de la exitosa Mythical

MASTERPIECE gala. Las iniciativas de

Bucks4Buses aseguran fondos para el

transporte y entradas de estudiantes

de San Diego, dándoles la oportunidad

de experimentar de primera mano los

tesoros que ofrece el Parque Balboa.


Alice Cash and

Chris Lazich

Bill and Clarice Perkins, Nayda

Locke and Max Guidoboni

Cindy and Tom Goodman

with Steve Schneider

Sasha Vido and

Lena Trotsko

George Guerra

and Tim Shields

Don and Kathryn

Vaughn with Ed Bosanac

Bill Lawrence

and Bob Watkins

Lynne Guidoboni and

Jolie Jackson-Martine

Carrie O’Brien, Roxi

Link and Dee Ammon


Benefit

An Evening

of Wonder

An Evening of Wonder to benefit United

Way of San Diego County made

for an unforgettable celebration of

vision, community and impact. UWSD

President & CEO Nancy Sasaki, San

Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, featured speaker

De’Schzunell “DJ” Catlin, and STEAM-to-Careers

program student ambassador Angela T. captivated

and motivated the guests with their words.

Together, they inspired the community to believe

in the transformative power of collective effort.

Proceeds from the auction help support work

ensuring San Diego County children, individuals,

and families have the support necessary to achieve

educational success and financial security.

Jenn Reed, Mary Strauss, Melissa

Semmer and Anne Corley

Keristen Holmes, Rhea

Marie and Amos Johnson


Danielle Walker, Jirong Lu

and Deepa Balasubramaniam

Marilyn and

Frank Miglin


Suzy Garcia and

Laura Tancredi-Baese

Una velada maravillosa a beneficio de

United Way del condado de San Diego

fue la inolvidable celebración de la visión,

sentido de comunidad y el impacto

logrado. La presidente y CEO de

UWSD Nancy Sasako, la alcaldesa de San Diego

Gloria Todd, De’Schzunell orador de la ocasión, el

“DJ” Catlin y la embajadora de los programas de

carreras STEAM, Angela T. cautivaron y motivaron

a los presentes con sus palabras inspirando a la

comunidad a creer en el poder transformador del

trabajo colectivo. Lo recaudado por la reunión se

destina a asegurar el éxito educativo necesario y

seguridad financiera de niños, personas y familias

del condado de San Diego asistidas por UWSD.

Jeff and Amy

Devenberg

Trudy Stambook

and Paul Robinson

Serenity Catlin-Mitchell, Julie

Bonnett and Rebecca Crampton

Shari and

Christopher Miller

Nora Rubio, Lynn Lunceford

and Gay Lynn Pendleton

Nancy Sasaki

and Leslie Oliver

Kay Richards and

Nani Richards

Derek and

Melinda Danziger

Jon Straussm, Mark Corley

and James McConchie

Amelia Hartley

and Cori Austin


Escapadita

GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

Unparalleled Nature

and Wildlife Expedition

Pinnacle Rock on Bartolome

One of the most exotic and

unspoiled destinations on the

planet is the Galápagos Islands.

An archipelago of volcanic

islands in the Eastern Pacific

is home to some of the greatest

biodiversity on the planet and a

protected land and marine environment that was the

first UNESCO World Heritage

Site, recognized in 1978. The

abundant variety of wildlife

allowed Charles Darwin to

observe the differences from

island to island in 1835 and led

to the theory of evolution.

Brown pelican


King angelfish

We planned our Galápagos journey through

Boutique Travel Advisors who crafted the perfect

itinerary which started in Quito, Ecuador an

alluring capital city- also a World Heritage Site. We

had time to experience and stroll Quito’s historic

Centre and venture a few miles out of the city to

visit the Equator where we had the opportunity to

stand with one foot in the Northern hemisphere,

and one foot in the Southern!

From there, we flew to the Galápagos to begin our

cruise which visited the islands of Baltra, Santiago,

Rábida, Bartolomé, Genovesa and Santa Cruz. Our

home away from home was the HX MS Santa Cruz

II which provided a relaxed atmosphere in high

quality surroundings. As required by Ecuadorian

law, the ship has a maximum capacity of 90 allowing

each guest to have personal service onboard and

intimate experience with the animals with each

naturalist-led shore excursion while at the same

time never overwhelming the natural environment.

Rabida

Esteban and Danitza with giant tortoises

Opuntia cactus on Rabida

American Flamingoes on Rabida


Esteban and Danitza in Darwin Bay with Galapagos sea lions

Each island was a completely new experience – from ecosystem

to climate to wildlife. Some islands were barren rocky

lava fields, others were lush tropical jungles. Each of these

terrestrial habitats was home to a different and iconic animal -

marine iguanas, giant tortoises, blue- and red-footed boobies

and Darwin’s finches. In the water we encountered manta rays,

seals, penguins, sharks and a multitude of tropical fish.

Blue-footed boobie

HX Santa Cruz II


Sunset on the Island of Egas

Galapagos fur seals

As an HX Expedition Cruise, our journey stayed true to its

name. With a variety of morning hikes, shore excursions,

snorkeling opportunities, stargazing, nature lectures and

science experiments there was always something keeping us

busy. The ship’s onboard Expedition Team consisting of local

guides allowed us to directly encounter the many natural

wonders in our small zodiac boats and landing parties.

Western Santa Cruz tortoise

Galapagos marine iguana or Amblyrhynchus cristatus godzilla

Swallow-tailed gulls

Heron and a Sally Lightfood crab


Santiago Island –

home to a large

number of marine

birds, sea lions, fur

seals and exotic

birdlife, and rock

formations such as

‘Elephant Rock’ and

‘The Bishop’.

Rábida – known for

its red-colored beach it

offers a sea lion colony,

marine iguanas,

mockingbirds, yellow

warblers, and several

species of Darwin’s

finches.

Bartolomé – This

unearthly landscape

is home to Galápagos

penguins, sea lions and

white tip reef sharks.

Genovesa Island –

Known as Bird Island

for the assortment

of birds among them

Nazca boobies, redfooted

boobies, great

frigatebirds, and storm

petrels.

Santa Cruz – The

island offers its

home to two species

of giant tortoise

with lush highlands

home to dense

forests of Galápagos

daisies, orchids, and

bromeliads.

Zodiac landing

The Galapagos Islands offered us the

perfect mix of adventure, creating

cherished memories, wildlife,

landscapes, and natural wonders

making it a perfect ESCAPADITA.

Whitetip reef shark

Red-footed boobie

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Danitza and Esteban on Rabida


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