Sponsorships Still Open for KidWorks Annual Cars & Cocktails Funder

Nonprofit KidWorks is shifting into high gear for the First Annual Cars & Cocktails Fundraiser, its reimagined Foundation for Success luncheon - https://kidworksoc.org/cars

The event is set for Thursday, November 14 from 4 PM until 7 PM at Finish Line Auto Club, a premier luxury condo car storage and lifestyle facility located at 3080 Airway Avenue in Costa Mesa. Cocktails, dinner stations, desserts, a view of select rare cars, and a program will all be a part of the high-octane evening.

All funds raised will directly benefit hundreds of KidWorks students as they continue on their journey toward college and career success. As new organizations are getting onboard, a broad range of sponsorship opportunities are still available.

For more information about sponsoring the event, contact Abigail Moore, KidWorks Donor Relations & Outreach Manager, at (714) 834-9400x129 or abigail.moore@kidworksoc.org | kidworksoc.org

At the event, U.S. Bank will receive the 2024 Dan Donahue Leadership Award for sharing KidWorks’ passion and commitment to equip students growing up in Orange County’s most overlooked neighborhoods to lead a life of influence and positively impact their community.

Over the last 15 years, U.S. Bank and the U.S. Bank Foundation have generously supported KidWorks with over $600,000 in contributions, plus leadership and many volunteer hours. The recent multi-year gift of $300,000 from the U.S. Bank Foundation has significantly funded KidWorks’ greatest needs.

“We cannot thank U.S. Bank enough for their long-standing support,” said KidWorks Executive Director/CEO David Benavides. “The effects of U.S. Bank’s longstanding commitment to inspire purpose in youth, fuel their growth, and catalyze their impact in the community and the world will be seen for years to come.”

The event’s Presenting Sponsors are American Career College, West Coast University, and the Paula and Pat Donahue Family Foundation. The Change Maker Sponsor is ECM Management.

Gold Sponsors include Anonymous, Bank of America, Frome Family Foundation, Haynes Boone, Heidi and Ruben Mendoza, Nancy Lee Giving Fund, Camille and Tim Strader Jr., C.J. Segerstrom & Sons, who is also the Registration Sponsor, plus Kyle and David Team/Waypoint Property Group, the Schriber Family Fund, and U.S. Bank. The Dessert Station Sponsor is Sheppard Mullin. Silver Sponsors include Mary Kay and Mike Groff, PTS Marketing, Riemer & Braunstein LLP, Stephanie and Steve Rados, Todd Goodman, Walker & Dunlop, and Wells Fargo. The Photo Booth Sponsor is Oltmans Construction Company. Gift Bag Sponsors are Merrill Lynch and Johnson Plumbing.

Bronze Sponsors are Angel Carrazco & Ali Mendiola, Air Control Systems, Baker Tilly, Bixby Capital Management, Chicago Title, Collaborative Therapies, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Langan CA, Inc., Gantry, Panattoni Development Company, PNC Bank, PREMIER Design + Build Group, REDA, Rutan & Tucker, LLP, Scott S. Pollard Trustee/Winslow Maxwell Charitable Trust, Sharon Kline, Shea Properties and Shea Homes, and Smith and Severson Builders, and Stuart Kane LLP. The WiFi Sponsor is BCC Contracting. Supporting Sponsors are Antonyan Miranda, LLP and Orange County Hispanic Bar Association.

From preschool to university, 30-year-old KidWorks provides students in under-resourced neighborhoods in central Santa Ana with holistic programs and experiences to become leaders both in and out of the classroom.

KidWorks goes the extra mile for the community, creating an environment for youth to unleash their potential with mentorship and leadership development resources for the entire family. Its diverse programs, coupled with intentional guidance, fuel internal growth and set KidWorks students up for a meaningful and fulfilling future and career. For over 10 years, 100% of KidWorks seniors have graduated high school on time and continued to higher education.

Members of the Cars & Cocktails event committee include Co-Chairs Willie Du and Emily Mandrup, along with Andy Bratt, Hiep Diep, Ron Flint, Ben Maggard, Steven Miranda, Adrian Montero, Justin Moorad, Dan Pittman, and Gabe Potyondy.

“After 17 years of successful luncheons, we’re shifting gears to a new event,” said Benavides. “Whether you’re a car enthusiast, passionate about supporting KidWorks students, or looking for a fun evening out, this event is for you!,”

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About KidWorks

Since 1993, KidWorks has helped children, youth and families living in under-resourced neighborhoods in central Santa Ana, California. As a 501(C) (3) nonprofit, KidWorks makes an 18-year commitment to its students walking with students from “Pre-K through B.A.”

For over a decade, KidWorks celebrated that nearly 100% of our high school seniors graduated on-time and all pursued higher education. We are also proud

to report that 72% of our college students returned to school this fall. In addition

to our traditional after-school programs, we added supplemental support

to better serve the needs of our students and families.

To learn more about KidWorks and to read its success stories, please visit www.kidworksoc.org.