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MARCH 2025

CONTENTS

6 WWL

March

8 Arts

All That Glitters

10 Celebration

San Diego FC

12 Music

Sommelier

Concertmaster Series

17 Official Program

San Diego Food Bank Gala

20 Exhibit

RUTH Remembers Us

The Holocaust

24 Inspiration

Purposeful Philanthropy

26 About San Diego

Basketball Memories

On The Mesa

28 Community

Philanthropy Day

34 Perfil

Todd Schultz

36 Benefit

Tea By The Sea

40 Fundraiser

Gourmet Wine Dinner

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44 Leader

The Woman Behind It All

48 Veterans

Honoring Our Heroes

50 Exhibit

Da Vinci’s First Flight Soars

52 Tradition

Silver Tea

58 Inspiration

Alzheimer’s Association

60 Community

Biotech Trivia Night

64 Arts

Mingei International Museum

66 Reception

Donor Appreciation

68 Horology

Officine Panerai

70 Empowerment

Driving Towards San Diego’s Future

72 Golf

Swing Away

74 Reception

Mainly Mozart

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76 Leaders

A Legacy Of Giving

78 Outreach

St. Nick’s Kicks

80 Museum

Da Vinci’s First Flight

82 Film

San Diego Latino

Film Festival

84 Exhibit

Decade Of Trifectas

88 Gala

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WHAT WE LOVE

MARCH

1

Inaugural Home Match

San Diego FC’s historic home opener against

St. Louis City takes place Saturday, March 1, at

Snapdragon Stadium. Single-match tickets are currently

exclusive to Season Ticket Members. Secure your

membership today for guaranteed access, ticket discounts,

merchandise savings, and other exciting benefits!

www.sandiegofc.com

2

Women’s History Month

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Marriott

Marquis San Diego Marina! On March 14, Girl Scouts

San Diego hosts the Cool Women Celebration, honoring

remarkable women and Emerging Leader Girl Scouts. Then,

on March 28, join the Salvation Army for their Women of

Dedication event recognizing exceptional honorees and

honorary chairs.

www.sdgirlscouts.org

www.sandiego.salvationarmy.org

3

Jerry

Seinfeld and

Jim Gaffigan

Jerry Seinfeld and

Jim Gaffigan will be

performing in San

Diego on Thursday,

March 27 at 7:30 pm.

With doors opening at

6:30 pm, this comedy

event features two

of the biggest names

in stand-up. Premium

seating options are

available, offering VIP

access. Don’t miss this

unforgettable night!

www.pechangaarenasd.com

4

Classic

Brunch by the

Bay

From Friday, March 28

to Sunday, March 30,

join the Crew Classic!

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Brunch by the Bay on

Sunday, 7:00 am–2:00

pm, featuring gourmet

brunch, espresso, and

cocktails while watching

the boat races with the

best views of the Regatta.

Proceeds support

Southern California

rowing programs.

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Arts

All That Glitters

AN EVENING BENEFITING

NORTH COAST REPERTORY THEATRE

On May 17th, the Park

Hyatt Aviara in Carlsbad

will set the stage for

North Coast Repertory

Theatre’s annual

Spotlight Gala, All That

Glitters: An Evening

with Broadway Divas!

This highly anticipated

event, co-chaired by

longtime supporters of

the arts and dedicated

philanthropists, Jamie

Carr and Dori Patterson,

will be a night of

artistic celebration,

raising funds to support

North Coast Rep’s

artists and educational

programming.

Devoted to making a difference, Jamie Carr brings an

impressive philanthropic legacy to her role as co-chair.

With a passion for social causes, she has spent years

supporting underserved communities. Additionally,

Jamie has been a strong advocate for animal welfare,

supporting programs that provide medical care to the

pets of individuals experiencing homelessness. She

embraces every opportunity to uplift those in need and

is honored to play a part in curating an evening that

celebrates and advances North Coast Rep’s mission.

Spotlight Gala Co-Chairs Dori

Patterson and Jamie Carr

inspiring leader in the arts.

Dori Patterson’s

dedication to North

Coast Rep is longstanding

and deeply personal. A

steadfast advocate for the

theatre, she has chaired

and served on numerous

Gala committees over

the years. She and her

husband, Jeff, have

proudly supported

North Coast Rep since

2000, and their son,

James, refined his craft

at the Theatre School

@ North Coast Rep

before embarking on

a successful career in

Esports broadcasting.

She balances her

philanthropic efforts

with a love for Jazzercise

and choral singing with

Sorelle, a North County

women’s choir. Her

unwavering passion for

the arts and community

engagement makes her an

The All That Glitters Gala will offer a dazzling,

one-night-only performance by three extraordinary

Broadway artists - Ashley Blanchet, Sara Jean Ford,

and Angela Ingersoll - bringing the magic and vibrancy

of New York to San Diego. Their captivating vocals

and stage presence will transport guests through some

of Broadway’s most iconic songs, paying tribute to the

power and beauty of live theatre. Guests will also enjoy

a cocktail hour followed by an elegant dinner, live and

PHOTO CREDIT: ALEX KIKIS


North Coast Rep’s

2024 Spotlight

Gala in the Garden

silent auctions, and

the opportunity

to don their

most glamorous

attire for an

unforgettable

evening in support

of the arts.

More than an

evening of music

and celebration,

the Gala

underscores the

vital role the arts

play in shaping our

communities, enriching lives, and fostering a sense

of belonging. Theatre is more than entertainment

- it is a lifeline for creativity, a platform for diverse

voices, and a bridge that connects generations. It

nurtures young minds through the Theatre School

@ North Coast Rep, offers solace and inspiration

through thoughtful programming, and strengthens the

cultural fabric of our community. As North County’s

premier performing arts institution, North Coast

Broadway Divas take the stage

at the 2025 Spotlight Gala

Repertory Theatre

is committed to

ensuring that live

theatre remains

accessible and

thriving in San

Diego, providing

transformative

experiences that

uplift and unite

us all.

We invite you to

be part of this

unforgettable

evening. Whether

through sponsorship, ticket purchases, or generous

donations, your support will ensure that North Coast

Rep continues to inspire, educate, and entertain. Join

us on May 17, 2025, at the Park Hyatt Aviara for

All That Glitters, and celebrate the transformative

power of the arts.

For more information, please visit

www.northcoastrep.org.


Celebration

San Diego FC

San Diego FC opened Eighteen Threads,

the Club’s official retail shop within the

Mission Valley Mall. The name Eighteen

Threads represents the weaving together

of the 18 cities of San Diego County and

the rich diversity of our varied neighborhoods and

communities. The store showcases the complete

assortment of official San Diego FC merchandise.

Sycuan Casino Resort is a Founding Partner and

Official Tribal Gaming Partner of San Diego FC and

is developing the Right to Dream Academy, a fullyfunded,

free residential program, school and soccer

academy on the Sycuan Reservation. This new soccer

team will bring exciting experiences to Snapdragon

Stadium and support community initiatives, in keeping

with the generosity and philosophy of Sycuan.

Gloria Paulin, Carlos

Castanedo and Lorenza Fabre

JP Lococo, Kaden Lewis

and Max Margulies

Jen Bower and

Tom McMahon


Sebastian Morua

and Vicky Mercado

Bruno Meli and

Kelley Johnson

San Diego FC abrió Eighteen

Threads, negocio de venta

oficial del Club dentro del

Mission Valley Mall. El nombre

Eighteen Treads representa

el entramado de las 18 ciudades

del condado de San Diego y la rica

diversidad de nuestros barrios y

comunidades. El negocio ofrece una

completa selección de mercadería

oficial del San Diego FC. El Sycuan

Casino Resort es miembro fundador

y socio tribal oficial de juego del San

Diego FC y en este momento están

trabajando en la Right to Dream

Academy, un programa totalmente

solventado por ellos de una academia

de soccer con residencia y escuela

dentro de la Sycuan Reservation. Este

nuevo equipo de soccer seguramente

traerá fantásticas experiencias al

Snapdragon Stadium, apoyando así las

iniciativas comunitarias en concordancia

con la filosofía de solidaridad del

Sycuan.

Soccer fever is high – how did we

get here?

A new series from KPBS explores the history and passion people in the

San Diego-Tijuana region have for soccer – from streets to stadiums.

Get ready for excitement. Get ready for pride.

Get ready for the soccer stories that connect our cross-border region.

Coming March 1.

kpbs.org/socceralafrontera

KPBS is a public service of San Diego State University.


Music

Sommelier

Concertmaster

Series

Mainly Mozart

hosted a soldout

celebration

of wine and

music to support

its youth and philanthropic

programs. Sommelier Gabriela

Gaeta-Ninet paired exquisite

wines alongside the musical

pieces being performed by

Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s

Concertmaster Alexander Kerr,

Co-Concertmaster Nathan

Olson and Naumburg Winner at

Carnegie Hall Anton Nel at the

Sommelier Concertmaster

Series at the Fairbanks

Ranch Country Club.

Betsy Brennan

and Omar Brioso

Isabella and Jeff Guilfoyle

with Tracy Yates

Joel and Susan Buxbaum

with Paolo Paoloni

Laurie Itkin

and Dan Clark

DeAnn Cary and

Carla DiMare


Matthew and Svetlan Weil, Alex

Kerr, Nancy Laturno and Darren Day

Music

Mainly Mozart llevó adelante un homenaje

al vino y a la música para colaborar con

sus programas filantrópicos juveniles. La

sommelier Gabriela Gaeta-Ninet eligió

exquisitos vinos de la bodega Naumburg

para acompañar las piezas musicales presentadas por

el director de la orquesta sinfónica de Dallas Alexander

Kerr y el director suplente Nathan Olson. Este evento se

realizó en el Carnegie Hall Anton Nell del Ranch Country

Club durante la serie Sommelier Concert Masters.

Jerry Michaud, Jerry Kleinsmith,

Joyce Gattas and Jay Jeffcoat

Anton Nel and

Ronald Heller

Claudia Sandoval

and Julia Ursti

Julia Brodska and

Patricia Buraschi

Onstance Robinson, Richard

Forsyth and Helen Hodges

Marsha Sewell, Bob

Madelina and Jo Ann Kilty


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Nathan Olson

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SAN DIEGO

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Chairman

Danitza

Villanueva

MICHELLE M.

ALEXANDER &

YOLANDA S.

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DOREEN SCHONBRUN

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MICHAEL G. MURPHY

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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

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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

FOODTASIA Gala Co-Chairs

and Chef Committee – SEE PAGE 95

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 Advocat

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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 Gala

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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

SAN DIEGO ZOO

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MIRACLE

BABIES

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POLICE

FOUNDATION

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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


SANDIEGO

FOOD BANK

$5.95


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K9 Soirée

JEWISH

FEDERATION

A Year of

Achievements

A 112 YEAR

TRADITION

HOPE

LIVES HERE

CAMPAIGN

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HEROES OF

THE FRONT LINE

USO SAN DIEGO

Executive Director Ashley Camac and

Event Co-Chairs Sherry and Brianna Ahern

Women in Blue

Celebration

Assistant Chief Sandra Albrektsen

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

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COLLEGE INSTITUTE

Roxi Link, JuLie

Cowan novak &

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2021

K9 SOIRÉE


Heart

& Soul

Gala

HONOREES AND GALA CHAIRS

JACK MAIZEL,

HEIDI GANTWERK,

SETH KROSNER &

Home of

Guiding Hands

Meet the new CEO

Edward Hershey

and his family

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anniversary

charity

ball

Jeff Patrick and

Trulette Clayes

Fostering Strength & Stability

Chairman

Danitza

Villanueva

You’re invited

Co-Chairs

Amy Jacobs & Jennifer Anderson

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Tickets & Info

SanDiegoFoodBank.org/Gala

Contact

events@sandiegofoodbank.org

Outdoors on the grounds of the San Diego

Food Bank’s 90,000-square-foot

warehouse in Miramar

Supporting the Food 4 Kids

Backpack Program

Presented by


A Message From Our Co-Chairs

Please join us on May 3, 2025, for the 13th Annual San Diego Food Bank

Gala, an unforgettable evening under the stars at our Miramar facility,

dedicated to supporting the youth of our community. This year’s gala

focuses on raising funds for vital programs like the Food 4 Kids Backpack

Program, which provides nutritious meals to children in need.

Our three sponsorship levels—Premier, Specialty, and Host—provide an

opportunity to select the level best for you while helping play a pivotal role in

expanding our reach across the region. Your generous sponsorship will help

ensure no child goes hungry, and make a meaningful difference in the lives

of those who need it most.

We strongly support the mission of the

Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank

and are honored to serve as the co-chairs for

this year’s gala. We are confident with your

support, this year’s gala will be a tremendous

success.

With Great Appreciation,


Gala Co-Chairs

Food 4 Kids Backpack Program

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank

has served as San Diego County’s food safety

net for more than 45 years. Through a range

of hunger-relief programs and a dedicated

network of 450 nonprofit partners, we currently

serve 400,000 people countywide per month.

One of the programs that will benefit from

the 2025 Gala is our Food 4 Kids Backpack

Program, which provides weekend backpacks

full of nutritious food to children in elementary

schools throughout the County. These weekend

backpacks help ensure these children have

enough food for the weekend until they return

to school Monday morning.

Help us continue to make a difference for these children and others still

waiting for their chance to participate. It costs just $300 to feed a child

for the entire school year and with your help, we can bring more children

hope. Show your support for the Food 4 Kids Backpack Program by

attending the Food Bank’s upcoming San Diego Food Bank Gala on

Saturday, May 3.

Appetizing Bites

Sponsored by

oin us!

Saturday May 3, 2025

San Diego Food Bank

Join us for our 13th Annual San

Diego Food Bank Gala, a night to

remember under the stars!

Gala guests will stay well-nourished at the San Diego Food Bank Gala

starting with the opportunity to enjoy a variety of specialty hors d’oeuvres

prepared by some of San Diego’s brightest culinary talents.

From appetizers to a multi-course dinner complete with dessert, the evening

will be a culinary adventure for each gala guest to indulge and delight in.

Special thank you to all of our chefs who will be donating their time and

talents to ensure every gala guest has a delicious dining experience from

the event’s beginning to its end.

Live Entertainment

Sponsored by

This elegant outdoor event will

feature an exclusive VIP reception,

live musical entertainment, a curated

selection of silent and live auction

items, and specialty hors d’oeuvres

made by some of San Diego’s

top Chefs!

Your participation supports our vital

hunger-relief programs, including

the Food 4 Kids Backpack program.

Together, we will continue to fight

hunger and feed hope for those in

need throughout our community.

Republic of Music

This San Diego-based 10-piece band

is sure to bring the energy with their

reputation for talented world-class

musicians and vocalists.

From the moment guests arrive to letting it loose on the dance floor,

Republic of Music will be there to set the vibe and keep guests engaged

and entertained.

Sponsorships, Tables &

Event Information

SanDiegoFoodBank.org/gala

Gala Committee

CO-CHAIRS:


MEMBERS:

Paul Amberg

Michelle Field

Ellen Gruer

Cindy Hickman

Pamela Hunt

Jeannie Johnson

Sean Kelley

Jim Lennox

Mishelle McClanahan-Shinn

Chalea Pierce

Sara Polczynski

Tim Shinn

Vaughn Vargas

Exhibit

RUTH Remember Us

the Holocaust

RUTH Remember Us The Holocaust opened its

new exhibition in the Riford Branch of the La

Jolla library. The exhibit is in partnership with the

Jewish Federation of San Diego featuring San Diego

Holocaust survivors who are continuing to share

their stories along with those who have made significant

contributions to Jewish history. The exhibit is on display

through December 14, 2025, serving as a profound reminder

of the importance of Holocaust education and memory.

Michael, Canon and Stephanie Leaf

Jordan Marks, David, Sandra Scheller and Irwin Jacobs

Elle Szames and Nurit Kotick

Giselle Stevens, Edith Stein and Manya Wollenfels


Jeff Schindler with Mayor Todd Gloria


Exhibit

En la sucursal Riford de la Biblioteca de La

Jolla, RUTH Remember Us The Holocaust

inauguró su nueva exhibición en asociación

con la Jewish Federation de San Diego, que

cuenta con la presencia de sobrevivientes

del Holocausto residentes en San Diego, quienes

comparten sus historias junto a otros que realizaron

contribuciones importantes a la historia del judaísmo.

La exhibición estará abierta hasta el 14 de diciembre

del 2025, siendo un profundo recordatorio de la

importancia de educar y recordar al Holocausto.

Avi Marcovitz with Amy and Chuck Spielman

Paul Nussbaum, Lee Goldberg and Anne Nagorner

Micaela Polanko and Luisa McCarthy

Marcy and Isaac Blumberg

Debbie Levenson-Cruz, Karen Levenson and Bob Gans

Madison and Adam Bucci


Roneet Lev and Sheila Hardison


Inspiration

TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH

Purposeful Philanthropy

David and Vala Lueth at

the 2024 Showcase Soirée

David and Vala Lueth have a

deep and profound passion for

addressing homelessness, food

insecurity, and aiding foster

youth. While they support

numerous organizations in

Arizona where they reside for

most of the year, their philanthropic footprint in San

Diego centers around one organization: the Lucky

Duck Foundation.

Concerned by San Diego’s homeless crisis, the Lueths

began to research local nonprofits focused on the

issue. They found the Lucky Duck Foundation and

its mission to prevent and alleviate the suffering

of homelessness throughout San Diego County, at

which point they started a thorough due diligence

process. After meeting the Lucky Duck Foundation’s

leadership and several board members, the Lueths

elected to make a meaningful initial contribution

in the Fall of 2023, and used their commitment as a

matching challenge during the “paddle raise” at Lucky

Duck Foundation’s Showcase Soirée. This resulted in

$500,000 in donations.

“We saw it as a great way to compel others to give

and to create an extra sense of urgency,” David shared

with GB Magazine. “We love how others stepped up

to achieve our initial challenge.” David, who built a

very successful petroleum business with his brother in

Arizona, and Vala, a decorated and successful sculptor

and artist, each had very prosperous and distinguished

careers before they met in 2019 and married in 2021.

Their approach to philanthropy is both strategic and

heartfelt. They dedicate time and effort to researching

organizations, going on site visits, getting to know

each organization’s leadership, and taking other steps


to be confident their

contributions will

generate impact.

Recognizing the

positive outcomes

resulting from their

2023 donation, the

Lueths significantly

increased their

support in 2024

by donating more

than $1 million.

This decision was

rooted in their

belief that their

prior donation was

a sound investment

that yielded

measurable

benefits for the

community.

“Their programs

are tangible and

measurable, and

they quantify

their efforts very

effectively. We

wanted to expand

that meaningfully

and help further

position the

Lucky Duck

Foundation

to increase

their reach

substantially,” David added.

Rise Up, one of the many job training and employment

programs funded by Lucky Duck Foundation

“We love that Lucky Duck deploys the funds quickly into

tangible programs and strategies. We feel confident

our $1 million will reach many less fortunate,” said Vala.

“And we love their mantra, ‘share your luck.’ David and

I have been very fortunate over the course of our lives,

and we are so fortunate to help.”

Paddle raise at the

2024 Showcase Soirée

David and Vala’s

extraordinary

$1 million

donation has been

transformative

and their support

helped expand

the foundation’s

programs.

Additionally, thanks

to their generosity,

the Lucky Duck

Foundation was

able to commit

more than $3

million towards

vital initiatives such

as job training and

employment

programs, youth

and senior

homelessness,

and the addition

of new detox

beds and other

immediate

pathways off the

streets.

“We are so

pleased and

humbled to

support the

Lucky Duck

Foundation,”

David said.

“We greatly value their collaborative approach and

use of business principles. Supporting their work at

a high level brings us great fulfillment and we highly

encourage others to do the same.”

The Lueth’s philanthropic journey with the Lucky

Duck Foundation exemplifies how thoughtful, strategic

giving can catalyze meaningful change and inspire

others to follow suit.

www.luckyduckfoundation.org


About San Diego

Basketball Memories

On The Mesa

BY KEN KRAMER

Team Captain and 1941 All-

American Milton (Milky) Phelps

It was April 1, 2023 and millions

of people around the world

were watching. The entire city

of San Diego held its breath as

announcer Jim Nantz counted

down the final moments with

time running out. “It’s Butler

with two seconds! He’s gotta put

it up… and… he wins it!” Lamont

Butler’s buzzer-beater was truly

one for the ages. The 72-71 victory

sent San Diego State’s basketball team to the National

Championship. Never before had the team gone this

far. Never had they created so much excitement in San

Diego, right? Never. Except maybe once.

It doesn’t get noticed a lot, but among a string of

1941 National

Champs

banners hung high above the seats

at Viejas Arena is one paying tribute

to the Aztecs Basketball Team -

National Champions of 1941.

To know what a big deal it was 84

years ago, it helps to understand that

in each of the two previous seasons,

San Diego State had advanced all

the way to the title game, only to

lose. But in that magical year of

1941 at the Kansas City Convention

Center, the Aztecs, led by forward Milton (Milky)

Phelps, beat Murray State to win it all, and within

the campus community and beyond, the joy could be

scarcely contained. The campus newspaper announced

a triumphal homecoming. “Come down to meet the


team at Union

Depot tonight

at 10:30. Beg,

borrow, or

steal a ride.

Do what you

have to, just

get there!”

Phelps and his

teammates,

including

Mason Harris

and Paul Fern, were gleefully

hailed as heroes. Mayor

P.J. Benbough led a civic

delegation. Learned professors

shook off their academic

stoicism to join the raucous

celebration. Milky Phelps was

named a Helms All-American,

a notable honor for any athlete,

let alone one playing for what

was, at the time, considered to

be a small college.

Looking back, it is

impossible to separate the

accomplishments of that team

from events which would

follow. Only a few months

later the nation would be plunged into World War

II and nothing in the lives of any of those players or

the students who cheered them would ever be the

same. Team member Mason Harris went on to fight

under General Patton and lost his life in Germany.

Paul Fern was killed in action in the Pacific, and

Milky Phelps, a true superstar and one of the most

popular athletes on campus, lost his life during a

Navy training exercise in 1942. Today, his jersey

hangs in the rafters at Viejas, but generations later,

it is likely few fans know of his heroics on and off

the court - or of his Aztec team, that for the first

Starting Five for the 1941 San

Diego State Basketball Team

Enthusiastic Crowd welcomes Aztecs

home from Kansas City in 1941

time brought national

attention to athletics

on Montezuma Mesa.

No, it wasn’t Lamont

Butler’s NCAA March

Madness flashbulb

moment. It was on the

smaller stage of the

National Association of

Intercollegiate Athletics

Championship. But

that team from 1941

made us proud, and

their legacy is truly

something worth

remembering About

San Diego.

Ken Kramer is creator

and host of Ken

Kramer’s About San

Diego, a collection

of stories about the

history and people of

the area we call home.

It can be seen every

Thursday night at 8:00

on KPBS-TV.


Community

Philanthropy

Day

A

special day is set aside

every year to recognize

the great contributions

and impact of philanthropy

by working together

for the common good. The San

Diego community came together to

Celebrate National Philanthropy Day,

celebrating the remarkable impact

of organizations and philanthropic

leaders driving positive change

throughout San Diego County. It was

amazing to see so many friends and

partners of GB Magazine present!

This year’s President was Adrianna

O’Donnell, the first Latina in the

organization’s 52 year history.

Katie Khasiam-San

and Diana Lopez

Morgan Justice Black

and Shaina Gross

Clay Alexander, Olivia Holabird, Bob

Kaminsky and Sandy Raybourne

Veronica Perondi, Emily

Hill and Amanda Flisher


Amber Anderson and

Katherine Murphy

Beth Pearson

and Terry Woods

SAVE

THE DATE

CELEBRATE WITH US

04.05.25

CATAMARAN RESORT

—Private concert with Donavon Frankenreiter—

Join us for our third annual

Rooted in Resiliency

Celebration benefiting Boys

to Men Mentoring and make

a profound impact on the

lives of struggling young men

throughout San Diego.

To purchase tickets or learn

more about sponsorship

opportunities, call

619.323.1283 or visit

boystomen.org.


Community

Cada año se reserva

una fecha especial

para reconocer

las grandes

contribuciones

y el impacto que tiene la

filantropía y el trabajo en

equipo en pos del bien

común. La comunidad de San

Diego se reunió para festejar

el National Philanthropy Day

y el importante aporte de

las organizaciones y líderes

filantrópicos en el condado

de San Diego. ¡Fue muy

emocionante ver tantos

socios y amigos de la revista

GB presentes! La presidenta

este año fue Adrianna

O’Donnell, la primera Latina

en los 52 años de esta

organización.

Andrea Lopez Villafaña, Erica Connell,

Scott Lewis, Simone Arias and Paul Brezotti

Torrey Albertazzi, Alicia

Kitagawa and Lidia S. Martinez

Edith Glassey

and Paul Downey

Karla Torosian and

Tamika Franklin

Lenise Andrade

and Jenna Novotny

Prisila Martinez and

Erica Neumann


Community

Bruno Perez, Asher Robinson,

Emilio Perez and Augustus Holm

Alejandra Perez, Elsa

Morales-Roth and Lisa Arnold

Cheryl Floros and

Mitch Mitchell

Catalina Duarte

and Sanya DeVore

Erin Miserlis, Ingrid De

Llamas and Sara Boquin

Hanna Jensen, Sidd Vivek, Pamela

Starmak and Kazeem Omidiji

Sharyn Goodson and

Adrianna O’Donnell


Chief Roxanna Kennedy with members

of the Chula Vista Police Department

Kea Spurrier

and Lori Torio

Andrew Nurre, Amy

Etts and Julie Moore

Jill Weber, Sitara

Sethi and Jan Adams

Lisa Cashman

and India Mittag

Kimberley Layton

and Nancy Rohland

Terence Brown, Lauren

Morrow and Sophia Ruiz


Perfil

Todd Schultz

BRINGING LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY TO LIFE

LJMS President and CEO Todd Schultz with Lang

Lang and Gala Chair Susan Hoehn and Bill Hoehn

For the past four years, Todd Schultz has

been the heartbeat of La Jolla Music

Society (LJMS), leading as President

and CEO with a deep passion for

the performing arts. With decades of

experience at The Old Globe, San Diego

Opera, LA Opera, and the San Diego

Symphony, Schultz is doing more than just running an

arts organization - he is shaping a space where music

brings people together in powerful ways.

At the core of his leadership is a belief in connection.

To Schultz, success is just as much about sold-out

performances as it is about creating a vibrant,

collaborative community. Whether it is engaging

with staff, board members, artists, or audiences, he

seeks to foster an open dialogue where creativity

thrives, and where live performances are not just

heard - they are felt.

He has big dreams for The Conrad, LJMS’s stunning

venue in downtown La Jolla. He wants it to be the first

place San Diegans think of when they crave a truly

moving experience - whether that is the intimacy of

a chamber music concert, the high energy of a jazz

performance, or a thought-provoking speaker series

that sparks new ideas.


Todd Schultz, Lehn Goetz, Inon

Barnatan and Peter Wagener

Schultz’s own

love for music

started in an

unlikely place: a

farm in Kansas.

As a kid, he

stumbled upon

classical music

through public

radio, listening

to Saturday

afternoon

Metropolitan

Opera

broadcasts

crackling

through the

Todd after biking to Leadbetter

Beach in Santa Barbara

speakers while driving the tractor. That spark of

curiosity ignited a lifelong passion - one that now fuels

his mission at LJMS.

But for Schultz, it is about more than music. It is about

people. He believes the arts should be welcoming

and accessible to everyone, which is why community

engagement is at the heart of LJMS. From partnering

with local organizations to making sure relationshipbuilding

efforts reach diverse audiences, he is

committed to fostering a sense of belonging.

One of the initiatives closest to

his heart is the free after-school

music program in Barrio

Logan, which has been running

for 25 years. Students in their

new mariachi program recently

won first place in Sacramento

at the California State Fair

Youth Mariachi Competition.

Seeing young students discover

their own love of music and

watching their confidence grow

as they master an instrument

are the moments that remind

him why this work matters.

This season

at LJMS is

packed with

unforgettable

performances,

from the

innovative

sounds of

Third Coast

Percussion,

to Les Arts

Florissants’

mesmerizing

take on Vivaldi’s

Four Seasons,

to a vibrant

celebration of

Mexican culture

with Ballet Folklórico de México, and much more.

Under Schultz’s leadership, La Jolla Music Society

has truly become a hub of San Diego’s cultural life.

Schultz is working to build an atmosphere where

music is something you both hear and feel - something

that connects people and stays with them long after

the final note. Whether it is the music, the moment,

or the shared experience, Schultz ensures that every

time someone steps into The Conrad, they are part of

something special.


Benefit

Tea by

The Sea

It was a magical afternoon at

Tea by the Sea to benefit St.

Madeleine Sophie Center. The high

tide rolled in just as the afternoon

tea began, creating a spectacular

backdrop for this beloved St.

Madeleine Sophie Center tradition.

CEO Debra Emerson welcomed

guests to enjoy a hand-crafted menu,

fine teas, and stunning ocean views

while supporting Sophie’s Gallery

and Art Program which is celebrating

its 25th year anniversary.

Edward Owens, Bob Schraer,

Gail Wright and Mark Fisher

Shelby Pisabaj and

Amanda Cohen

Sarah Ozaki and

Kailyn Emerson

Virginia Bayer, Rhonda

James and Cheryl Mitchell

Julie Karlo and

Laura Shanahan

Teresa King Aubert, Jessica

Hanson York and Aaryn Belfer


Becky, Cali and

Eldora Williams

PHOTOGRAPHED BY: DIANNA IPPOLITO

Benefit

Una tarde mágica se

compartió durante el

evento Tea by the Sea a

beneficio del St. Madeleine

Sophie Center. La marea

comenzó a subir justo a tiempo

para el comienzo del té, logrando

crear un espectacular telón de fondo

para esta hermosa tradición del St.

Madeleine Sophie Center. Su CEO,

Debra Emerson, fue quien dio la

bienvenida a los invitados a disfrutar

de menús artesanales, exquisitos tés

acompañados de maravillosas vistas

oceánicas, permitiendo que el disfrute

se sume a la colaboración, ayudando

con los programas de arte y a la galería

de arte del Sophie´s, que también está

celebrando 25 aniversario.

Larry and Marla Lovenstein,

Betty Austin and Stuart Karsik

Jennifer Findley

and Larry Murphy

Antoinette Desantis, Cindy

Freeman and Joanna Caudill

John and

Beverly Murphy

Debra Emerson

and Angel Kleinbub

Monica Carlin

and Pam Healy


Kathleen Wellman

and Marsha Solomon

Liz Taylor and

Cheryl Brennan

Greg and

Barbara Barnes

James and Frances Peterson

with Tabatha Villegas

Shauna Davis

and Barbie Bates

Sean and Michael

Mercadante

Susy Northrup, Evelyn Kebbe,

Debbie Brown and Karin O’Brien

Teresa King Aubert

and Maureen King


Fundraiser

Gourmet

Wine

Dinner

An exclusive evening was crafted

with an elegant four-course meal

with each course including wines.

All proceeds from this event

benefit Promises2Kids which

is creating a brighter future for foster

children. From the moment they come

into foster care and through to adulthood,

Promises2Kids provides the hope, support,

and opportunities these individuals need

to change their lives for the better.

Jeff Strauss, Tonya

Torosian and Paul Lato

Natasha Bowman, Wendy

Johnson and Linda Sierra


Emily Green Lake

and Bill Green

Tom and

Jennifer Ranglas

Meagan and

Newt McKissick

Michael and Irina Fenison with

Philly and Ron Montbleau

Corey Polant with Margarita

and Philip Wilkinson


Platinum Sponsors

Fundraiser

Con una cena de cuatro pasos y

exquisitos vinos se llevó adelante

una elegante reunión donde las

recaudaciones se destinaron

a Promises2Kids, organización

que se dedica a brindar un mejor futuro a

los niños en guarda. Desde el momento en

que ingresan al sistema de guarda y hasta

la mayoría de edad, Promises2Kids brinda

esperanza, apoyo y oportunidades a estos

niños para que puedan llevar adelante

cambios positivos en sus vidas.

Karen Church, Andrea Murr,

Karla Torosian and Dani Dawson

Andrea Symons and

Christy Changaris

Gary and Norma Hirsh

with Rene Comeau

Colin and

Lucy Rice

Kate Buckley and

Todd Henderson

Karina Lion and

Thom Tullis

Peter and

Kristy Litton

Lou Scanlon

and Kristi Pieper



Leader

The Woman Behind It All

Celebrating

Coreen Petti’s

Three Decades

of Service to USD

Salvation Army Women of Dedication

recognizing Coreen and her husband Kevin


Coreen Petti and Trisha Zulic serving as

Girl Scouts Cool Women Co Chairs in 2023

Coreen Petti, Darlene Shiley and Jim

Harris at the USD Founders Gala in 2024

It is not every day that you have the

opportunity to plan a major national event.

For Coreen Petti, who joined the University

of San Diego in August 1995, one of her first

tasks was big: plan the country’s second 1996

presidential debate.

That event put USD in the national

spotlight and initiated a storied career for Petti.

She has managed some of the university’s biggest

projects including anniversary celebrations,

inaugurations of USD presidents, building

dedications, USD’s involvement with Major League

Baseball’s All-Star Week, two Super Bowls and

advertising placements during six Olympic Games.

She will retire from her role as Associate Vice

President for University Events and Partnerships at

the end of March after 30 years of service.

“Coreen’s dedication to USD is evident in every

event she has planned and partnership she has

forged,” said Rick Virgin, PhD, vice president

for University Advancement. “Her creativity

and vision have elevated the university in countless

ways and made significant campus milestones

memorable and meaningful.”

In 2009, as part of USD’s 60th anniversary, Petti

established the Founders Gala, USD’s signature

fundraising event. Since then, seven galas raised

more than $10 million for student scholarships.

At the seventh gala, held in 2024 during 75th

anniversary, USD announced a historic $75 million

gift by Darlene Marcos Shiley, chair emerita of

USD’s Board of Trustees.

“Sometimes universities experience moments

that make history and beckon future generations

of students to be a part of its mission,” James T.

Harris III, DEd, President of USD shared with

GB Magazine. “Standing on stage with Mrs. Shiley


Leader

at the gala

that night, I

knew this was

one of those

quintessential

moments. On

behalf of USD,

I thank Coreen

for the role

she played, for

her servant’s

heart and for

her 30 years of

dedication to

USD.”

Petti takes pride

in her service

to women. She

has been named

a Woman Who

Means Business

and a Woman Who

Moves the City, a

Gamechanger by

Connected Women

of Influence, a Cool

Woman by the

Girl Scouts of San

Diego, a Woman of

Dedication by the

Salvation Army’s

Women’s Auxiliary

and among the Top

50 Women Leaders

in Education

by Women We

Admire.

Coreen Petti With Sam Donaldson at

the 1996 Presidential Debate at USD

In 2023, she

served as cochair

of the

Girl Scouts San

Diego Cool

Women event.

In 2024, she

was a panelist

during the San

Diego Business

Journal’s

Business Women

of the Year

Awards. Petti

currently serves

on the San Diego

Opera and iHeart

Media Community

advisory boards.

“Coreen sets the

highest standard

of excellence and

hospitality across

her work,” added

Derek Legg, USD’s

Senior Director

of Corporate

and Community

Partnerships. “She

is the best boss I

have ever had.”

Petti also spent

years volunteering

at her church,

at her children’s

schools, with their

sports teams and

Monsignor Dan Dillabough and Coreen Petti at the Knauss

Center for Business Education groundbreaking in 2021


Coreen mentoring

Girl Scouts

their scout troops.

She served for nearly

a decade on the board

and as chair of the

Academy of Our Lady

of Peace (OLP).

“Coreen Petti is a true

champion for women

and girls, whose

visionary leadership

has made a lasting

impact at OLP and

throughout the broader

community,” says

Lauren Lek, the head

of school at OLP. “Her

tireless dedication

was instrumental

in launching our

Boundless campaign,

ensuring our historic

campus thrives for

Coreen Petti and Gillian Whitcomb

at the USD Wine Classic

generations to

come. She has left

an indelible mark,

transforming our

school and expanding

opportunities for

young women to

boldly achieve their

dreams.”

After retiring, Coreen

and Kevin Petti, her

husband of 36 years,

plan to continue

their tradition of

traveling the world,

participating in local

cultural programs,

enjoying sporting

events and spending

time with their two

adult children.


Veterans

Honoring

Our Heroes

Mt. Soledad National Veterans

Memorial honored the brave

men and women who served

in the Korean War. This year’s

event was especially significant as

they paid tribute to the courage and sacrifices

of veterans who served in the Korean War,

often called the “Forgotten War.” The military

community came together at the La Jolla

Beach and Tennis Club for a lovely reception

and ceremony to pay tribute to these heroes

and reflect on their sacrifices.

Woo and Tri Choi

Mark Sanders and Neil O’Connell

Lou Scanlon and Tom Garcia

Shadrich Chung, James Park and Hwang Kibaik

Julie and Mike Furby


Jacob Paskell and Trevor Wessman-Levelle

El Mt. Soledad

National Veterans

Memorial rinde

homenaje a aquellos

valientes hombres

y mujeres que sirvieron a

la patria durante la guerra

de Corea. El evento de

este año fue especialmente

significativo ya que se rindió

tributo al coraje y sacrificios

de los veteranos que

lucharon en la guerra de Corea, muchas veces llamada

“la guerra olvidada”. La comunidad militar se reunió

en La Jolla Beach y Tennis Club para compartir una

hermosa recepción donde homenajear y reflexionar

sobre el sacrificio hecho por estos héroes.


Bob Harrison and Bobby Garcia

Linda O’Connell, Karen Wheelan and Debbie Harrison

Phil Kendro, Helen Oh, Rebecca Evleth and Harvey Stewart

THE ATHENAEUM

Music & Arts Library presents

The

Shadrich and Esther Chung

SATURDAY

MAY 10, 2025

TOWN

THE of TALK 5:30–6:30 PM VIP Hour

6:30–10 PM Main Event

1940s attire encouraged

TICKETS:

VIP » $1,000

General » $250

Annual Benefit Celebration

LJATHENAEUM.ORG/TOTT ◊ (858) 454-5872 ◊ 1008 WALL STREET ◊ LA JOLLA, CA 92037


Exhibit

Da Vinci’s First Flight Soars

Da Vinci’s First Flight

For centuries,

Leonardo da Vinci’s

relentless curiosity

has captivated the

world. His brilliance

extended beyond

art, pushing the

boundaries of science and

engineering - especially in flight. Now, San Diego

has the exclusive opportunity to experience his

visionary work firsthand with the world premiere of

Da Vinci’s First Flight at the San Diego Air & Space

Museum, presented by the Artisans of Florence on

behalf of the Museum of Leonardo da Vinci.

This immersive exhibition, now open in Balboa

Park, offers more than a glimpse into the past - it

provides an inspirational experience that bridges


The San Diego Air

& Space Museum

brings the past to

life while inspiring

the future.

history, science, and innovation.

At its core is the intriguing story

of Zoroastro of Peretola, a young

apprentice who may have taken

one of the first human flights in

history. Leonardo’s notebooks

contain detailed sketches and

theories inspired by nature,

demonstrating an understanding of aerodynamics far

ahead of his time. But one question lingers: did he

ever witness his flying machine soar?

The journey begins in 1503, when Leonardo and

Zoroastro allegedly built and tested a glider-like

invention in secret. Clues hidden within Codex

Atlanticus, Leonardo’s extensive collection of writings,

hint at their covert operations: “What followed

remains one of history’s great aviation mysteries.

Beyond its historical significance, the exhibition

serves as an educational experience, inspiring young

minds to explore STEM fields and aviation. The

museum’s commitment to hands-on engagement

ensures that guests do more than observe - they

participate. Visitors can test gliding techniques,

explore da Vinci’s parachute designs, and interact

with intricate flight instruments.

A significant breakthrough came in 2018 when Gabriele

Niccolai uncovered new historical evidence linked to

Zoroastro. This discovery reignited global interest in da

Vinci’s aeronautical ambitions, setting the stage for Da

Vinci’s First Flight to bring new insights to San Diego

audiences.W

Inside the exhibition, visitors step into Leonardo’s

workshop, encountering more than 30 life-sized replicas

of his flying machines, including an awe-inspiring 36-foot

glider - a feat of Renaissance engineering. Other remarkable

designs, such as his mechanical dragonfly and early drone

concepts, further highlight his extraordinary foresight.

As a pillar of San Diego’s cultural and educational

landscape, the San Diego Air & Space Museum

brings the past to life while inspiring the future.

Support from donors plays a vital role in making

world-class exhibitions like this possible, ensuring

the community has access to enriching educational

programming and helping the museum continue its

mission to educate, inspire, and preserve aviation

history for future generations.

Now open, Da Vinci’s First Flight invites visitors

to uncover lost secrets and celebrate the boundless

creativity that continues to shape the future of flight.

For more information or to support the museum’s

initiatives, visit www.sandiegoairandspace.org.


Tradition

Silver Tea

A

dedicated group of philanthropic women

hosted an unforgettable afternoon filled

with cheer, community spirit and a shared

commitment to making a difference.

The annual Silver Tea marked 40 years

of dedication to supporting San Diego’s most

vulnerable children. The Ruby Anniversary is a

significant milestone, representing four decades of

love, passion and courage - qualities symbolized by

the event’s theme.

Erinn Leonhardt, Karen Benito,

Ingrid Westlake and Ingrid Salazar


Holly Naiman, Claire Theis, Simone

Smith and Christine Moloney

Paul Davis and

Mark Lagace

Lauren Gable and

Elisabeth Frausto


Lisa Rhoads and

MaryBeth Kellee

Cathy Boychuk

and Giulia Grindle

ILLUMINATION

Lighting a Path to Belonging

THE TRUECARE GALA

SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 5PM

OMNI LA COSTA

CARLSBAD, CA

MEET TRUECARE’S LUMINARY HOST CIRCLE

Adriana Brunner

Vince Heald

Karen Pearson

Tess Sangster

Community Leader

Beck Ellman Heald

Community Liaison &

TrueCare Board Director

City of San Marcos

Sara Vaz

California State University

San Marcos

Dr. Julie Vitale

Oceanside Unified

School District

Dr. Novien Yarber

Prebys Foundation

All funds raised will go towards health programs and services that

promote the development, growth, and sense of belonging every

step of the way for infants, children, teens, and young adults.

For sponsorship opportunities or to purchase tickets, visit truecare.org/gala.


Tradition

Un comprometido grupo

de mujeres filantrópicas

llevaron adelante una tarde

llena de festiva alegría y

espíritu comunitario donde

compartieron su compromiso por

hacer la diferencia. El Annual Silver Tea

marca los 40 años que llevan dedicados

a asistir a los niños más vulnerables de

San Diego. Este aniversario de rubíes

es un importante hito que representa

cuatro décadas de amor, pasión y coraje

reflejados en la temática del evento.

Kim Caniglia, Lenna Doyle, Monica

Stallings and Michelle Serafini

Annie Malcolm, Barbara Finn-

Pressley and Claudia Johnson

Micki Olin, Torrie Schiller

and Arlene Esgate

Marsha Shahon

and Barbara Wolff

Tracy Mitchell

and Place Tegland

Michelle Brown

and Nicole Slone



Tradition

Gail Donahue, Joyce Dostart

and Margaret Dudas

Brian Wada, Karen Hickman

and Nicole Runyan

Kelly Haggerty, Liza Talbott, Sabria

Niles, Lisa Rhoads and Jessica Monrose

Gloria Mccoy and

Kathryn Murphy

Michele Brown, Janice

Farnow and Sherry Macelli

Taylor Miller and

Margit Denny


Esther Nahama, Maxine Dombrow,

Patricia Vellinga and Jeri Horton

Kristin and

Trace Wilson

Kristi Pfister, Stacia

Balog and Andrea Marvin

Ellen Kardashian

and Colleen Coen

Cynthia Kronemyer

and Janice Kurth

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.

Sincerely,

Lori M. Walton

Philanthropy Editor

Giving Back Magazine

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Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter

Andrea Watson

and Noni Ford


Inspiration

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Alzheimer’s Association

THE TIME IS NOW

Alzheimer’s disease is

one of the greatest

medical challenges

of our time;

stealing memories,

independence,

and dignity. It is

a relentless disease, not only

impacting those diagnosed but also

placing an immense emotional and

financial burden on families and

caregivers. But there is hope, fueled

by groundbreaking research and the

unwavering determination of scientists, advocates,

and communities. Investing in Alzheimer’s research

is not just important; it is essential. It is the key to

unlocking a future where no one must endure the

heartbreak of watching a loved one fade away.

Every

breakthrough

in Alzheimer’s

research brings

us closer to a

world without

this devastating

disease

Members of the The Alzheimer’s

Association San Diego Imperial Chapter

Every breakthrough in Alzheimer’s

research brings us closer to a world

without this devastating disease.

Researchers are tirelessly uncovering

the causes, identifying risk factors,

and developing treatments that could

slow, stop, or even reverse cognitive

decline. Recent advancements in

early detection and innovative drug

therapies offer promise, but we must

push forward with even greater

urgency. Time is precious, and every

day without a cure means more lives

affected, more families shattered.

Ending Alzheimer’s is not just a medical goal; it is a

moral imperative. It is about preserving the stories,

wisdom, and love that define us. It is about ensuring

that future generations do not have to fear losing


themselves or their loved

ones to a disease that erases

lifetimes of memories. We

must continue funding

research, supporting

caregivers, and advocating

for policies prioritizing

Alzheimer’s treatment and

prevention.

Join the Alzheimer’s

Association San Diego/

Imperial Chapter on May

2nd at the 2025 Brilliance

Gala, where we will celebrate

the progress being made and

honor those leading the fight

against Alzheimer’s. This

year’s honorees include the

Keck School of Medicine

of USC Alzheimer’s

Therapeutic Research

Institute (USC ATRI),

Dr. Rema Raman, and

Maureen McNulty.

The 2025 Visionary Award

will be presented to USC

ATRI. USC ATRI is at the

forefront of developing

new treatments for

Alzheimer’s, with cuttingedge

clinical trials and

reliable biomarkers for

early detection - long before

cognitive decline even

begins. The 2025 Research

Champion Award goes

to Dr. Rema Raman, a

Professor of Neurology at

Keck School of Medicine.

Dr. Raman’s innovative

work is changing the course

of Alzheimer’s research

and helping clear the

path for better treatments

and care. The 2025 Hope Award will be presented to

Maureen McNulty, a tireless San Diego advocate and

champion. Maureen is the essence of the Alzheimer’s

Dr. Paul Aisen

Gala auction

Resort & Spa in Oceanside.

Association, having spent

almost a decade on staff

and another three decades

as a volunteer. She lost her

grandma and her mother to

Alzheimer’s and is currently

a caregiver for her sister.

Past Brilliance Gala

honorees include Eisai,

Jayne Slade, Best Buy

Health, Karen Wilder,

Dr. Michael Rafii, AMN

Healthcare (Susan and Scott

Salka), Belmont Village

Senior Living (Patricia

Will), Dr. David Crean, Dr.

Jeffrey Cummings and Dr.

Paul Aisen.

The fight against

Alzheimer’s is not just for

those currently affected;

it is for all of us. It is for

the grandparents who

shared their wisdom, the

parents who guided us,

and the friends who made

life’s journey meaningful.

Together, we can and must

end Alzheimer’s. Through

research, resilience, and

unwavering hope, we

will one day celebrate a

world where memories are

never stolen and where

Alzheimer’s is nothing

more than a chapter in

medical history.

The 2025 Brilliance Gala,

locally supported by USC

ATRI, Belmont Village

Senior Living, and AMN

Healthcare, is May 2nd

at The Seabird Ocean

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Community

Biotech

Trivia Night

In partnership with Alexandria and Cantor, Life

Science Cares hosted a Biotech Trivia Night

with life science leaders. Life Science Cares

Executive Director Alicia Quinn Kitagawa and

President & CEO of Junior Achievement of

San Diego County Sidd Vivek helped kick off the

competitive games. All proceeds from the trivia

tables benefit Life Science Cares.

Ousmane Cava, Kelley Jo, Mathilde

Micali and Adam Dapcevic

Chris Kelley, David and Jacob

Chacko and Maulik Shah

Steven Spector and

Christian Waage

Sara and David

Kabakoff

Cayce Denton, Jennifer

McNealey and Jill Broadfoot

Asif Ahmed and

Susanne Mulligan

Alana McNulty and

James Pennington

Todd Harris, Lina Waage, Brian

Campion and Rekha Garg


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Community

Life Science Cares se

asoció con Alexandra

y Cantor para llevar

adelante una noche

de Biotech Trivia con

la presencia de líderes de

la comunidad de la ciencia

biológica. La directora

ejecutiva de Life Science

Cares Alicia Quinn Kitagawa

y el presidente y CEO de

Junior Achievement del

condado de San Diego, Sidd

Vivek fueron quienes dieron

inicio a las competencias,

que destinan sus ganancias a

Life Science Cares.

Tom Daniel, Alicia Quinn

Kitagawa and Josh Schimmer

Brett Ewald and

Alyssa Levin

Ethan Lovell and

Gregg Gilbert

Eric Mosbrooker, Sarah

Boyce and Eileen Blasi

Johanna Mylet, Kyri Van

Hoose and Vanessa Jacoby

Lisel Newton and

Summer Doty

Cris Calsada and

Trisha Millican


Rich Heyman, Sidd Vivek, David

Szekeres and Luka Waage


Arts

Mingei International Museum

Six new exhibitions bring contemplation,

muse, and playfulness to Mingei

International Museum this spring.

Soaring on the tailwind of their most

recent success, Blue Gold: The Art and

Science of Indigo, Mingei is preparing

to set the bar high once again. “Made in

community, and guided by the care and scholarship of

our curatorial team, we proudly introduce a lineup of

exhibitions that honors our mission to celebrate and

dignify cultural diversity through craft and design,”

Jessica Hanson York, Executive Director and CEO

shared with GB Magazine.

Fashioning an Icon: Virgin of

Guadalupe Imagery in Textile Design

celebrates the Virgin of Guadalupe’s

representation on clothing and

adornment. From traditional

garments created by over

70 artists from Mexico to

a selection of local artistic

interpretations of la Virgin,

these works explore the

Virgin of Guadalupe’s

endurance as an iconic

cultural symbol fashioned

through creative

expression.

April 5 - September 7, 2025

Fashioning an Icon

Reina Martínez Vásquez,

designed by Epifanio

Gómez Jiménez, Blouse,

Mixe culture, Santa María

Tlahuitoltepec, Oaxaca, 21st

century. Unbleached muslin

fabric, hand-led machine

embroidered with commercial

cotton thread. Collection of

Linda Hanna. Photo courtesy

of Judith Romero.

Student Craft is a biennial

exhibition featuring the work

of local high school art students. Drawing

inspiration from Fashioning an Icon, students

are invited to create work exploring the visual

themes of what makes a figure an icon through

a variety of craft forms.

April 5 – August 17, 2025


Historic Footprints

Koba | Wild Horse (Kiowa |

Cáuigú), Driving the Horses -

Koba-Russell Sketchbook, 1875.

Colored pencil on paper. PILA

Collection - Special Collections,

Geisel Library, UC San Diego.

Historic Footprints:

Native American Ledger

Drawings from Fort

Marion is organized

collaboratively with

faculty and students from

UC San Diego, members of the Cheyenne and Arapaho

Tribes, and the Kiowa Tribe. This exhibition explores

hand-drawn sketches made by Cheyenne, Kiowa,

Arapaho, Comanche, and Caddo tribal members that

were taken as hostages and incarcerated without trial

in 1875 in St. Augustine, Florida. Including more than

20 works from archival ledger books and 13 works by

living Indigenous artists, these drawings bear witness

to history and continue to inspire new generations.

April 12 – August 17, 2025

Across the Spooniverse presents over 100 spoons from

across the globe (including Africa, Asia, Europe, and

the Americas), exploring traditions of home, family,

community, and culture that are associated with their

Across the Spooniverse

Collection of Susan and Richard

Ulevitch. Photo courtesy of Ron Kerner.

use. Crafted from a variety of materials such as gourds,

shells, animal horns, clay, wood, metals, and plastics,

spoons are utilitarian objects that are also works of art,

design, and craft. April 12 – August 17, 2025

Layered Narratives: Quilted Stories of Gender &

Race at the 1876 Centennial examines a major historic

event, the United States’ 1876 Centennial, looking at

quilts from the era to discuss representation, sociopolitics,

absent voices, and unheard stories. Packed

with various symbolisms and meanings, the Centennial

quilts featured in Layered Narratives give insight into

the contributions and voices of Black women and the

Black community at the exposition. This exhibition

expands the historical lens, revealing overlooked and

underrecognized stories that exist in parallel with the

Centennial quilts.

May 17 – November 16, 2025

Tuck and Roll: The Art of Armadillos showcases

over 80 armadillo figures from Mingei’s permanent

collection! Featuring works made by artisans across

the Americas, this playful installation emphasizes

the joy of making things by hand and how these

extraordinary creatures have delighted people’s

imagination. May 24, 2025 – January 11, 2026

www.mingei.org

Tuck and Roll

Six armadillos in a variety of colors

and materials from Mexico, Brazil,

the United States of America, and El

Salvador. 1999-11-004, 1993-55-132,

1993-55-172A, 1993-55-146, 1993-55-

143, 1993-55-066. Photo courtesy of

Ron Kerner.


Reception

Donor

Appreciation

The Girl Scouts San Diego Donor Appreciation

Reception, graciously hosted by Emily and David

Rex, honored the generosity of more than

50 dedicated supporters who help drive the

Girl Scout mission. Guests enjoyed an elegant

evening featuring hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and a cozy Girl

Scout Cookie and s’mores station by the fire pit.

Dawn Welch

and Trisha Zulic


Andrew and Carisa

Wisniewski with Stacy Maxa

Debbie Feinberg

and Michele Mullen

Glenn Jacob and

Lucy Jackson

Suzanne Frontz and

Maggie Watkins

La Donor Appreciation

Reception de las Girl

Scouts de San Diego

contó con Emily y

David Rex como

anfitriones, rindiendo un

homenaje a la generosidad de

más de 50 comprometidos

colaboradores que ayudan

a continuar con la misión de

las Girl Scouts. Los invitados

disfrutaron de una velada

con tentempiés, bebidas y las

famosas galletitas de las Girl

Scouts junto a varios puestos

a lo largo de una fogata.


Sara Napoli

and Emily Rex

John and Carol

Crossman

Sip to See

Springtime Tea

May 7, 2025, 11am - 2pm

Co-Chairs: Kristi Pieper, Zarah Meyer, Vivian Hardage

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Matt and

Janice Kurth


Horology

Officine

Panerai

CJ Charles Jewelers

hosted an intimate

Panerai watchmaking

event, bringing

the world of fine

craftsmanship to life for VIP guests.

The experience included a handson

masterclass led by Panerai’s

in-house watchmakers, where

attendees explored the intricate

process of assembling watch

movements. Guests also enjoyed

a showcase of Panerai’s most

prestigious timepieces, including

high-complication models

like the Minute Repeater and

Tourbillon. The event concluded

with certificates, cocktails, and an

exclusive shopping experience.

Robert Perlmutter, Vahid Moradi and Danesh Derissi


Sarah and Chance Powell with Michael Michaels

Daniel Lee and Ali Moradi

CJ Charles Joyeros llevó adelante la

íntima muestra para invitados VIP

de sus relojes Panerai, presentando

esta destacada artesanía en piezas

de relojería. El evento incluyó

una clase maestra a cargo de los relojeros

de la casa, que les permitió a los presentes

explorar el intrincado proceso de ensamblaje

y funcionamiento de los relojes. En la muestra

estaban exhibidas algunas de las piezas más

prestigiosas de Panerai, como los modelos

Minute Repeater y Tourbillon. Al finalizar, entre

cócteles y la oportunidad de adquirir maravillosas

piezas se extendieron certificados.


Daniel Lee, Marielle Fiorino and Aileen Schrio

Vahid and Alexa Moradi

Luis Phillps, Larry McMahon and Danesh Derissi

Weston Clark and Graciela Chen

Kiril Sprostranov with Gemma and Duncan Mackinnon


Empowerment

DRIVING TOWARDS

San Diego’s

Future

Imagine a San Diego where every young person,

regardless of background, can build a thriving

career without the burden of student debt. The San

Diego Automotive Museum’s IGNITE Academy is

making that vision a reality, and with the launch

of its new Santee Campus, its impact is about to

accelerate.

IGNITE Academy is not just an educational program;

it is a launchpad. This award-winning initiative

Inspires, Guides, Networks, provides Internships,

Trains, and Educates students in the automotive

trades and beyond - all at no cost to the student.

IGNITE’s holistic approach integrates technical

training, financial literacy, mentorship, and career

opportunities, empowering participants to overcome

economic barriers and build fulfilling careers.

From a 20-student pilot program in 2022 to 60

participants in 2024, IGNITE has experienced

remarkable growth, with numerous success stories

in just two years. Hands-on, immersive workshops,

coupled with mentorship from industry professionals,

provide students with invaluable skills and experience.

“After my son completed his first

workshop, it was the first time

he ever expressed interest in

continuing education after high

school, the first time he had

hope for his future,” shared a

program parent.

What sets IGNITE apart is its

deep connection to the San

Diego automotive industry.


FROM A

20-STUDENT

PILOT PROGRAM

IN 2022 TO 60

PARTICIPANTS IN

2024, IGNITE HAS

EXPERIENCED

REMARKABLE

GROWTH.

Students receive hands-on

instruction at Santee Campus

In partnership with over 20 leading businesses,

including Hoehn Family of Dealerships, HRE

Performance Wheels, and Mission Hills Automotive,

the Academy offers students access to internships and

apprenticeships that would otherwise be unattainable.

These partnerships provide realworld

exposure to the automotive

field, from sales and customer

service to technical work and design.

With the automotive industry facing

a critical shortage of skilled workers,

IGNITE is training the next

generation of professionals, filling

a vital need in our community.

These are not just jobs; they are

lucrative careers,

offering stability and

economic mobility for

young people.

To meet this demand,

IGNITE’s new 11,000

square-foot Santee

Campus provides a

dedicated learning

environment for

students. IGNITE’s

2025 program

includes twicemonthly

workshops,

and an extended

Summer Series, where

students will work

together to rebuild

cars from start to

finish, giving them

invaluable experience.

Student Workshop at

IGNITE-Santee Campus

The Museum has embarked on a capital campaign to

fund essential upgrades at the new campus that will

create an industry-standard learning environment.

These improvements will ensure that IGNITE

participants learn in a state-of-the-art facility,

equipped with the tools and resources they need to

succeed. Phase I includes tenant improvements for

the current workspace. Future phases will expand the

Academy and include automotive bays for enhanced

hands-on learning and improved student amenities.

Invest in San Diego’s future by supporting the IGNITE

Academy - Santee Campus. Your contribution will

directly empower more

IGNITE Students at

new Santee Campus

students to pursue lifechanging

careers in the

automotive industry.

Naming opportunities,

including the chance to

name the campus itself,

are available for the

Museum’s capital project,

as well as opportunities

for program support.

Contact Sharon Smith at

(619) 987-8020 to learn more

about how you can support

IGNITE and empower San

Diego’s youth.

www.sdautomuseum.org


Golf

Swing

Away


St. Madeleine

Sophie’s Center

CEO Debra

Emerson welcomed

the community for

a day of fun and festivities at

the annual Golf Tournament.

This year’s event was a

sold-out success with a

helicopter performing the

thrilling ball drop as well as

a shot at winning a trip to

the iconic Pebble Beach if

you made a hole-in-one. St.

Madeleine Sophie’s Center

educates and empowers

individuals with intellectual

and developmental

disabilities to realize their

full potential.

Nathan Packard and

Mathew Packard

Chris Rivier

and Allen Frye

Jacob and Richard Nichols, Richard

Frady and Brandon Alexander

Andy Harrison and

Madeline Marusa

Therese Caballes, Dino Santos,

Justin Roscoe and Lisa Healey

La CEO del St. Madeleine Sophie´s

Center Debra Emerson, dio la

bienvenida a quienes se acercaron

para compartir un día de festejos y

diversión durante su torneo anual de

golf. Este año contó con entradas agotadas

y un helicóptero que cumplió el ball drop

y oportunidad de un premio de un viaje a

Pebble Beach si se lograba hoyo en uno.


Felipe Enciso, Adam Kott

and Carlos Zertuche

Cory Moore, Todd

Vitki and Matt Murphy

Mike Richmond, Dan

Peak and Ernesto Rivera

Restoring The

Fabulous 7 Motel Neon Sign

We need your financial support

to make this a reality!

Preserve Roadside Americana

Help ECTLC Increase Awareness

Beautify East County

Be a part of this exciting

restoration as this sign once

again becomes a thing of

beauty, a local landmark and

a piece of our region’s history.

www.Fabulous7Motel.com


Reception

Mainly

Mozart

An intimate concert performance

presented by Mainly Mozart was held

at a luxury high-rise in downtown San

Diego. Patrons and music aficionados

enjoyed experiencing the finest concert,

all with special wines and hors d’oeuvres. Since

1988 Mainly Mozart has brought together worldclass

musicians from across North America for

classical and innovative

musical programs.

Katarina and Jacquellene

Lukich with Irene Chandler

Julie and Mark Burgess

with Katie Mcbride-Muzquiz

David and

Jasna Belanich

Darren Day and

Nancy Laturno

Ilene Mittman, Jeanne

Obenchain and Ruth Lovely

Esther Nahama, Marsha

Sewell and Bob Maddalena

Una presentación privada de conciertos a

cargo de Mainly Mozart se llevó adelante

en un lujoso rascacielos de San Diego.

Mecenas y aficionados de la música

disfrutaron de un destacado concierto

acompañado por vinos especiales y tentempiés.

Desde 1988 Mainly Mozart viene dedicándose a

reunir a músicos de renombre mundial de toda

Norteamérica con el fin de presentar programas

musicales clásicos e innovadores.


Stephanie Bergsma

and Dwight Hare

Ronald Heller and

Joseph Shanks

Larry and

Sharry Seal

Susan Keydel and

Jonathan Goodmacher


Leaders

A Legacy of Giving

SAM & VALINDA MCGOVERN HONORED

AT HOME OF GUIDING HANDS’ ANNUAL GALA

For Sam and Valinda McGovern, community service is

not just an obligation, it is a passion that has shaped

their lives and careers. As honorees for the 51st Annual

Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) Gala, the McGoverns’

journey with HGH is a testament to the power of

dedication, advocacy, and heartfelt generosity.

Sam’s introduction to HGH began after moving

to San Diego from West Virginia, where he had served as a

police officer before transitioning into law and business. Seeking

ways to connect with the community, he joined the Chamber

of Commerce and met members of HGH’s leadership team.

Their mission resonated deeply with him, particularly after his

experiences encountering underserved individuals with

intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)

during his time in law enforcement.

Organizations

like HGH do

life-changing

work, but they

need stronger

backing to

continue and

expand their

impact.

“I saw firsthand how a lack of resources

affected people with IDD and their families,”

Sam shared with GB Magazine. “HGH was

different, it was a place where clients were

supported, uplifted, and empowered.”

His commitment quickly turned

into action, leading him to serve on

committees and later on HGH’s Board of

Directors. Valinda, a previous nonprofit

director in West Virginia, found herself

equally drawn to HGH. Initially introduced

to the organization through Sam, she was

deeply moved by the warmth of the staff, the

enthusiasm of the clients, and the tangible impact of

HGH’s work.

Beyond their roles with HGH, the McGoverns

are highly involved in initiatives that enhance the

quality of life in East County and beyond. Sam

serves on the board of the East County Chamber

of Commerce and is vice chair of its government

affairs committee. He has also been active with the


Sam McGovern

Boys and Girls Club of East County,

Crisis House, and the Lakeside

Community Planning Group. Their

shared passion for animal welfare

has also led them to support rescue

organizations, particularly those

focused on Greyhound adoption.

Their advocacy extends beyond

community engagement, it is

about ensuring that individuals

with IDD receive the recognition

and support they deserve. “The

government and community need

to prioritize disability services at a

much higher level,” Sam emphasizes.

“Organizations like HGH do lifechanging

work, but they need

stronger backing to continue and

expand their impact.”

Sam and Valinda McGovern

The McGoverns’ dedication will be

celebrated at the 51st Annual Home of

Guiding Hands Gala, an evening dedicated

to honoring champions of the IDD

community while raising crucial funds for

the organization’s programs. Guests will

enjoy an unforgettable night of fine dining,

entertainment, and philanthropy, all in

support of HGH’s mission to empower

individuals with disabilities.

Sam and Valinda’s hopes for the future

are simple yet powerful: to see greater

advocacy, funding, and community

involvement in IDD services. “The joy and

fulfillment that HGH brings to its clients

and families is extraordinary,” Valinda

shares. “Being part of that story is one of the

most rewarding experiences of our lives.”

Join us on this special evening to celebrate

the McGoverns’ contributions and support

the continued work of Home of Guiding

Hands. May 3, 2025 at the Pendry Hotel

San Diego will be a special evening to

celebrate the McGoverns’ contributions

to Home of Guiding Hands and the

community.

www.guidinghands.org


Outreach

St. Nick’s Kicks

Youth Philanthropy Council hosted the third

annual St. Nick’s Kicks shoe giveaway. They

collected 21,000 brand-new pairs of women’s

and children’s shoes and over 7,000 toys

to give away. This distribution was actually

a World Record, certified by Guiness! The Council is

passionate about breaking the cycle of poverty. Since

2019, they have raised over $3 million in donations for

healthcare and education.

Augustus Holm, Bruno Perez and Emilio Perez

Thomas Holm and Patricia Salas

Camila Ros and Juliana Ros

Sophie Hassan and Meredith Venneri

Elizabeth Hennigan and Maggie Hou


Aspen Regan and Julia Batman

El Youth Philanthropic

Council llevó adelante

la tercera edición de

su entrega de calzado

St. Nick’s Kicks. Se

recolectaron 21,000 pares de

nuevo calzado para mujeres y

niños y más de 7,000 juguetes,

¡marcando un nuevo récord

mundial Guiness! El Council está

muy comprometido con reducir

la pobreza y desde el 2019 llevan

recaudados más de $3 millones

en donaciones destinados a

educación y salud.

Matilde Abdo, Giselle Hawa, Ines Eldner and Michelle Aceves

Reema Batra and Inge Cornejo

Hanna Gonzalez, Atiana Valencia, Anisa Pourteymour and Avery Wahl


Museum

Da Vinci’s

First Flight

San Diego Air &

Space Museum CEO

and President Jim

Kidrick hosted an

unforgettable evening

celebrating the opening of the

new exhibit that celebrates

genius of Leonardo da Vinci

of Da Vinci’s First Flight. Da

Vinci’s First Flight at the San

Diego Air & Space Museum is

presented by the Artisans of

Florence in collaboration with

the Museum of Leonardo

da Vinci. This immersive

exhibition brings da Vinci’s

visionary flying machines to

life and unveils the untold

story of Zoroastro of Peretola,

the apprentice who dared to

dream of flight

Rick Wilson and

David Neville

Kristen Elgo, Molly

Kampmann and Kali Knaack


Dylan and

Melissa Mitchell

Carolyn Row and

Daniel Wilson


El CEO y Presidente

del Museo del

Aire y del Espacio

Ashley Petters and

de San Diego Jim

Christopher van Stelle

Kidrick organizó

una inolvidable velada

para festejar la apertura

de la nueva exhibición que celebra la genialidad de

Leonardo Da Vinci y su primer vuelo. La muestra “Da

Vinci First Flight” del Museo es presentada por artesanos

de Florencia en colaboración con el Museo de Leonardo

Da Vinci. Esta muestra inmersiva nos revela las ideas

visionarias del genio con respecto a las máquinas

voladoras y también la historia no contada de Zoroastro

de Peretola, su aprendiz que soñó con volar.

Allan Figi and

Terry Keller

Laura Grant, Tom Rizer

and Alexander Anderson

Chuck Niskey

and Martin Dine

Mary Alice Brady, Andie Kidrick,

Jackie Crandell and Rita Bishop

Grayson Grove

and Sharon Todd

Robert Delaurentis, Jolie

Le and Martin Goodman

Michael Schubert with

Amanda and Jeff Berry


Film

Page Tab

Latino Film Festival

CHILEAN SCREEN LEGEND, PAULINA GARCIA,

SHINES IN QUERIDO TRÓPICO

Paulina García as Mercedes

in Querido Trópico

Prepare for a cinematic celebration as the

32nd San Diego Latino Film Festival

lights up screens from March 19 - 23,

featuring the San Diego premiere of

Querido Trópico. Directed by the

talented Ana Endara Mislov, this film is

a centerpiece of the

festival’s lineup at AMC Mission

Valley and Digital Gym CINEMA.

Querido Trópico headlines the

2025 Tribute, honoring the

illustrious career of Chilean

actress Paulina Garcia. Renowned

for her iconic role in Gloria,

directed by Sebastian Lelio,

Garcia brings over 40 years of

mesmerizing performances in

film, theater, and television to San

Diego audiences.


Award-winning

actress headlines

the SDLFF 2025

Tribute with

the San Diego

premiere of

Querido Trópico

and an exclusive

in-person

appearance.

Set against the backdrop of Panama City, Querido

Trópico weaves a poignant narrative around Ana María

(Jenny Navarrete), a pregnant Colombian immigrant

navigating complex status issues. Her journey

intertwines with the life of Mercedes, portrayed

flawlessly by Garcia, a wealthy matriarch grappling

with dementia. The film gracefully

explores themes of aging, gender

dynamics, class, and the intricate

tapestry of family bonds, driven by

the powerful performances of both

actresses.

Fresh from its premiere at the

Toronto International Film

Festival, Querido Trópico

captivates with its intimate

storytelling and profound

reflection on women’s strength,

solidarity, and resilience.

Se viene la 32° edición del Festival de Cine

Latino de San Diego y se encienden las luces de

las pantallas desde el 19 al 23 de marzo, dando

lugar a esta celebración cinematográfica, que

cuenta con el estreno de Querido Trópico.

Dirigida por la talentosa Ana Endara Mislov,

esta película es la pieza central del festival en

el AMC Mission Valley y Digital Gym CINEMA.

Joining Garcia in San

Diego is Jenny Navarrete,

whose compelling

portrayal of Ana María

adds depth to the film’s

narrative. Navarrete,

known for her roles in

various Latin American

productions, including

the TV series Zona Rosa,

brings authenticity and

emotional resonance to

her character.

In addition to Querido

Trópico, the SDLFF 2025

Tribute includes the screening

of Gloria (Sebastian Lelio,

2013), celebrating the richness

of Latin American storytelling

and diverse voices in cinema.

Paulina Garcia herself will be

present to introduce these films

and engage with the audience,

offering a unique opportunity

to witness her artistry up close.

For more information on

these films, festival parties,

visiting celebrities and the

full festival schedule, visit

www.sdlatiinofilm.com.

Do not miss your chance to

experience the magic of Latin

American cinema.

Jenny Navarrete

and Paulina García

Querido Trópico

Querido Trópico encabeza los tributos de 2025,

homenajeando la destacada carrera de la actriz chilena

Paulina Garcia. Conocida por su icónico rol en Gloria

de Sebastián Lelio, también suma a su carrera 40

años de destacadas presentaciones en cine, teatro

y televisión.

Con la ciudad de Panamá como telón de fondo,

Querido Trópico teje una conmovedora narrativa

alrededor de Ana Maria (Jenny Navarrete), una

inmigrante colombiana que se encuentra encinta y

tiene que atravesar los complejos niveles de estatus.

Su viaje se entrelaza con la vida de Mercedes,

impecablemente caracterizada por García, una

rica matriarca que lucha contra la demencia. La

película explora con mucha altura, el tema de la

vejez, la dinámica de género, las clases sociales y las

intrincadas relaciones familiares, con la brillante

actuación de las artistas dando la profundidad que

la temática requiere.

Luego de su estreno en el Festival Internacional de Cine de Toronto,

Querido Trópico cautiva con su historia de intimidad y profunda reflexión

sobre la fortaleza, solidaridad y resiliencia de las mujeres

Jenny Navarrete se une en San Diego a García. Navarrete retrata con

majestuosidad a Ana María, agregando profundidad a la narrativa de la

película. Esta actriz es conocida por sus varias actuaciones en producciones

latinoamericanas, incluyendo series de TV como Zona Rosa, aportando

autenticidad y resonancia emotiva a su personaje.

Además de Querido Trópico, el tributo de SDLFF 2025 incluye la

presentación de Gloria (Sebastián Lelio 2013), un homenaje a la riqueza

de las historias latinoamericanas y la diversidad de voces dentro de

la cinematografía. Paulina García será quien presente estas películas

e interactúe con la audiencia brindando una oportunidad única de

presenciar su talento de primera mano.

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Exhibit

Decade

of Trifectas

The San Diego Automotive

Museum in Balboa

Park hosted a private

reception celebrating

the new Decades of

Trifectas exhibit. The Board of

Directors welcomed donors who

were able to see at first glance the

power of the engine’s cars as the

pistons came to life! The San Diego

Automotive Museum shares the

story of the social and technological

past, present, and future of

motorized vehicles throughout

its collections, exhibitions, and

educational programs.

Vida and Lenny Leszczynski

Steve Peterson, Erin Fujioka, Lisa Paul and Ron Hill

Jim Patrick and Jill Berg with Bill Baker

Rita and Flura Makou


Reena and Sam Horowtiz and Renee Packer

Thor Eakes and Bill

John and Beth Greer

Marlon Rechberger and Hayley Fitzpatrick

Get your Green On this St. Patrick’s Day

at Fairbanks Ranch Country Club

FREEDOM DOGS

12 th Annual

GOLF TOURNAMENT

Monday, March 17, 2025

9am-5pm Fairbanks Ranch Country Club

15150 San Dieguito Road, Rancho Santa Fe

Speeding the recovery and

enhancing the lives of wounded

military heroes through the use of

specialty-trained service dogs.

For details, registration & sponsorship info:

FreedomDogs.org

(760) 696-3076


Exhibit

El Museo del Automóvil de

Parque Balboa llevó adelante

una recepción privada para

celebrar su nueva exhibición

Decades of Trifectas. La

comisión directiva dio la bienvenida

a sus donantes, quienes pudieron

sentir el poder de los motores con

la fuerza de sus pistones puestos

en marcha. El Museo del Automóvil

busca compartir la historia de los

automóviles, su presente, pasado y

futuro a través de exhibiciones, con

la presentación de sus colecciones y

programas educativos.

Roy and Lisa Rodgers

Brandi Wilson, Jill Berg and Caitlin Fahey

James Lee and Tess Mauricio

Jim and Jane Wyner

Tom Johnson and Holly Lienert


Enjoying the evening

Glenn and Lisa Wilbor

Sharon Smith and Glenn Anderson

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

Currents

Chaired by Board

Member Chris

Birchby and

Adrienne Birchby,

the theme at

this year’s MCASD Gala was

“Currents.” Contemporary art is

a transformative force moving us

to think and feel things in new

ways, much as ocean currents

direct the flow of water from

one place to another. Attendees

enjoyed an exhilarating evening

overlooking the shimmering

waves in La Jolla as they

celebrated contemporary art,

artists, and their impact on the

community.

Jeff and Patty Maysent with

Joyce and Paul Dostart

Michelle St. Clair

and Matt Spencer

Rex and Steve

Romande

Jennifer Nelson

and Jen Oliver


Katie and

Matt Emery

Pietro and

Michelle La Greca

Cami and

Tom Rosso

Kimberly and

Ryan Herrell

A.J. and

Chris Birchby

Greg and Hayley Fernandez

with Lauren and Danny Neiman


Gala

Con Chris Birchby y

Adrienne Birchby,

miembros de la

comisión directiva como

anfitriones de la gala de

MCASD, la temática de este año fue

“Currents”. El arte contemporáneo es

una fuerza transformadora que nos

mueve a pensar y sentir de maneras

diferentes, en gran medida como lo

hacen las corrientes oceánicas con

el agua. Los presentes disfrutaron de

una encantadora velada celebrando

el arte contemporáneo, sus artistas

e impacto en la comunidad con las

resplandecientes olas de La Jolla de

telón de fondo.

Cecilia and Alani Aguerre,

Lise Wilson and Steve Strauss

Bruno Meli and

Lorenza Fabre

Nancy Browar and

Sharon Ladeki

Kiev and Becky Moores

with Catriona Jamieson

Pradeep Khosla with

Debby and Hal Jacobs

Kathryn Kanjo

and Iris Strauss


Sophia McManigal

and Ava Tronoski

Sara and

Irwin Jacobs

Lisa and

David Casey

Shawna Fallon and

Dennise Pentecostes

Jennifer and

Conor Nolen

Delaney Macdonald

and Hailey McCormick


Empowering future leaders.

This Women’s History Month, SDG&E ® celebrates the underserved young

women who soar in the Elementary Institute of Science’s Girls Take

Flight drone training program. Through this partnership, students gain

hands-on experience in SDG&E’s high-tech careers in drones and aviation

services. Together, we are building a more inclusive STEM workforce.

Learn more at sdge.com.

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