2023 Christmas Tree Luncheon Fundraiser

We wish to thank the event organizers, guests, and contributors. This is our primary fundraising event supporting all our philanthropies and essential operations.  We are proud to have raised over $163,000!  Of that, over $98,500 was from our Gifts From the Heart paddle raise, where 100% goes to supporting our Operation School Bell® philanthropies.

Without your support, we would not be able to…
“Transform Lives and Strengthen Communities”.

Gifts from The Heart–Paddle Raise for Operation School Bell

Thank you to all who lifted a paddle for “Gift From The Heart” to raise funds for Operation School Bell. Your generosity raised $98,500 to support students in need and improve their educational experience and opportunities.

Sponsors – Underwriters 

Thank you to our sponsors and underwriters for their generous support.  Without your support our philanthropies would not be so robust and diverse.

PREMIERE
Pam & Tom Bender

PLATINUM PLUS
Kay & Jack Hockema

SILVER
Susan & Peter Dolbee
Evon & William Peacher
Carol & Bob Summers

BRONZE
Nancy Jumper
Bonnie & Phil Presicci
Marleen & Jim Quandt
Joyce & Bill Urone
Zefiro Corporation

UNDERWRITERS
Sandy Ewing –  Champagne Reception

Support and Services

Bird Studios – Leslie Bird
Elite OC Productions
One Step Services
ENCORE – Chris Elg
Santa Margarita Water District
California Coast Auction – Zack Krone
Michael Upp
Kris Kloss

Speakers and Performers

Guest Speakers
Susan Dolbee, President Assistance League® of Saddleback Valley
Dr. David Gordon, Principal Silverado High School

National Anthem Singer
Michelle London

Special Appearance
Camp Pendleton Honor Marine Guard

A Very Special Very Special Thank You
35th Annual Christmas Tree Luncheon Committee

Co-Chairs:  Valerie Kowalski and Anne Neish.

Committee: Kathy Ambrosius, Marigold Baker, Pam Bender, Dana Bredenkamp, Maile Busby, Darelene Carpenter, Cindy Clottu, Debra Corley, Debbie DaPena, Sandy Ewing, Cylene Fitzsimons, Sue Fleischli, Maureen Gates, Rhonda Howlind, Linda Kemp, Maggie Kerns, Kathie Kopkash, Beth McCall, Kris McDowell, Alice Meek, Flo Mulhere, Evon Peacher, Terry Petersen, Bonnie Presicci, Marleen Quandt, Heather Redd, Tracy Rogers, Karen Varone, Leslie Walker, Carole Wong

Live Auction Contributors

Up Close and Personal With The Lakers:   Pam & Charlie Cummings
Glitz & Ritz:   The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Mammoth Lakes Escape:   Dr. David & Catalina Quintero
Dinner, Wine & Friends:   Ed Szubielski, EB Winery & Chef Alex Ayala
On The Road to Temecula:   Herbie Watson, Kia of Cerritos
Justin the Best of Paso Robles:   Justin Baldwin – Justin Winery
Big Bear City-White Pine Lodge:   Debbie & Steve White

Community Contributors

Community Contributors donated products and services for our auction and raffle items.
Please visit their establishment and tell them thank you for us!

AUTO & TRANSPORTATION
Irvine BMW
South County Lexus Mission Viejo
Transportation Corridor Agencies
BEAUTY & SELF CARE
Adrien Kalfus-Diaz, Mary Kay, Inc.
Amazing Lashes
Bella Donna
Belo Salon
Bicer Studio
Fill Up Buttercup
Gold & Braid Salon
Kittie Olivier Salon
Massage Heights
Med Lounge
Miel
Ocean’s Nail Spa
Posh Nails
Roots the Beauty Underground
Sugar Coat Nail Spa
The Little Spa by the Sea
A Touch of Jane Boutique
CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES
Amorin Vintage
Blusky Soul
CocoSmile Cups
Destino Jewelry Design
Glitterbug Gold Buyers
Golden Galleon
Macy’s
Mardi’s Jewelry Design
Nuggets & Carats
South Coast Plaza
Swiss Connection
Swiss Watch Gallery – Mission Viejo
Talbots Mission Viejo
Touchstone Crystal
CREATIVE & PLAY
Build A Brownie
Build-A-Bear
Magic & Monster
CULTURAL & EVENTS
Bowers Museum
Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
Irvine Barclay Theatre
Laguna Art.com Gallery
Laguna Playhouse
Marconi Automotive Museum
Mission Fine Art Gallery
Pacific Symphony
Pageant of the Masters
Petersen Automotive Museum
Planes of Fame Museum
Santa Anita Park
Sherman Library & Gardens
South Coast Conservatory
Watts on the Harbor
Zoomers at River Street Ranch
DECOR & HOME CARE
California Silk Plants
Denaults Ace Hardware
Ferial Art
Five Star Upholstery
Home Depot
Homeology
Hope Tomorrow
Lakshmi Design
Lavish Home Décor
Millie Coastal Accents
Target
The Bee Man
The Home Depot
Unique Accents
World Market
FINANCE
Bill Kemp’s Allstate Insurance
London Coin Galleries
FITNESS & SPORTS
Align Pilates & Yoga
Aliso Viejo Country Club
AP Fitness and Coaching
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club
Art Steps Classes, Inc.
Big Air Trampoline Park
Coto de Caza Golf & Raquet Club
Dance Daly Ballroom
Irvine Lanes
Laserland
Live Metta Pilates and Yoga
Marbella Country Club
Mission Viejo Country Club
Monarch Beach Golf Links
Olympica Gymnastics
Roger Dunn Golf
Soccer Garage
Strawberry Farms Golf Club
Sway Ballroom Dance
HOSPITALITY
Ayers Hotel
Four Sisters Inns
Hills Hotel – Laguna Hills
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
NickCo Hospitality Group
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Ritz-Carlton
The Hills Hotel
INDIVIDUALS & PATRONS
Alicia Komiya
Anne Neish
Beth McCall
Bonnie Presicci
Carla Beddome
Catalina Quintero
Charlie & Pam Cummings
INDIVIDUALS & PATRONS con’t
Cindy Brown
Cindy Clottu
Cylene Fitzsimons
Darelene Carpenter
Doug & Georgia Redoglia
Erica Hawthorne
Ginger Modiri
Heather Redd
Jannette Ingardia
Karen Tijanich
Karen Varone
Kathie Kopkash
Kathy Ambrosius
Kelly Keran
Laura Evans
Laurie Smith
Leslie Walker
Linda Borowski
Lisa Tracy
Lori Bradford
Maggie Kerns
Mary Lou Light
Murray & Paula Cohn
Nancy Koritz
Nancy Vanderlip
Noor Ashmawey
Pam Bender
Pam Bisson
Patrice Simon
Peggy Beal
Renee Ippoliti
Rhonda Howlind
Sue Fleschili 
Susan Dolbee
Toni Danchik
Tracy Rogers
Valerie Kowalski
Vicki Easterling
ORGANIZATIONS
ALSV – Philanthropy Committee
Assisteens Senior Class
PETS
Hala’s Paws
RESTAURANTS & FOOD
8 Bit Brewing
Avilas El Ranchito
AWG Bakery
Bagel & Brew
Bloom Restaurant
Bru Grill & Market
Buffalo Wild Wings Kaleidoscope
California Pizza Kitchen
Cheesecake Factory
Chili’s
Chocolate Soldier
Ciao Pasta
Cinderella Cakes
Cosmo’s Italian Kitchen
Crumbl Cookies
Domenico’s on the Lake
El Adobe de Capistrano
Fennel Kitchen & Bar
Franco’s Famous
Handel’s
Hanna’s Restaurant & Bar
Heat Culinary
Hennessey’s Tavern
In-N-Out Burger
Islands Burgers & Drinks
Joe’s Italian Restaurant and Bar
King’s Seafood Company
Krispy Cremes
L’Hirondelle Restaurant
Lolli & Pops
Luciana’s Ristorante
Mama’s Comfort Food
Mangia Bene Cucina
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Olive Garden & Lucille’s
Outback Steakhouse
P.F. Changs
Paul’s Pantry
Pavilions
Pavilions RSM
Piccolino Restorante
Plumeria Café & Catering by Stacks
Romano Cucina
Rose Canyon Cantina & Grill
Ruby’s Diner
Salt Creek Grille
Sol Agave
Stater Bros.
Tannins Restaurant & Bar
Tavern at the Mission Restaurant
The Ranch Sports Grill
The Stand
The Tea House on Los Rios
Trevor’s at the Tracks
Tutto Fresco
Water Grill
Woody’s Diner
WINE & WINERIES
Akash Winery
Frisby Cellars
Justin Baldwin, Justin Winery
Niner Wine Estates
Rancho Capistrano Winery
Total Wine & More

Pictures

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