2022 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 operations. Total amount raised is coming. Overall, our return to the community is an impressive 78.5% of every dollar raised. Without your support, we would not be able to “Transform Lives and Strengthen Our Communities”.

Gifts from The Heart – Paddle Raise for Operation School Bell®

To our paddle raisers, thank you for raising a Gift From The Heart paddle and donating generously to support Operation School Bell. 100% of your donation goes to Operation School Bell.  Your support means so much to low-income students in our community.

Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors and Underwriters for their generous support. Without your support our philanthropies would not be so robust and we couldn’t open our doors.

Palladium

Pam & Tom Bender

Platinum Plus

Kay & Jack Hockema

Gold

Merlone-Geyer Partners
The Kern Family
Susan & Peter Dolbee
Evon & William Peacher

Silver

Kathy & Bill Ambrosius
Bonnie & Phil Presicci
Marleen & Jim Quandt
Nancy Jumper
Bob Kallenbaugh
Joyce & Bill Urone
Amy & Robert Pereira

Copper

Bottom Line Financial LLC

Underwriters

Special Thanks For Support and Services

Leslie Bird – Bird Studios
Elite OC Productions
Elizabeth Brady – Ritz-Carlton
Paula Fairfield – Design de’Fluer
Linda & Bill Kemp
Lane & Kelly Keran
Mi Place – Newport Beach
One Step Services
ENCORE – Chris Elg
Santa Margarita Water District
Yen Ly Kilewer – Bid Helpers
Zack Krone – California Coast Auction

Thank You Speakers and Performers

Susan Dolbee, President Assistance League of Saddleback Valley  –  Guest Speaker
Carly Degulis, Chairman of Assisteens® Auxiliary  –  Guest Speaker 
Dr. David Gordon, Principal Silverado High School  –  Guest Speaker
Michelle London  –  National Anthem singer
Camp Pendleton Honor Marine Guard

A Very Special 34th Annual Christmas Tree Luncheon Committee

Co-Chairs:  Marie Thomas and Renee Thomas.

Committee members: Kathy Ambrosius, Marigold Baker, Carla Beddome, Pam Bender,  Pam Bisson, Maile Busby, Darelene Carpenter, Marla Carlson, Debra Corley, Debbie DaPena, Susan Dolbee, Cylene Fitzsimons, Sue Fleischli, Eilene Fletcher, Gloria Forrest, Maureen Gates, Mimi Holcombe, Nancy Jumper, Janet Kazarian, Linda Kemp, Allison Kern, Maggie Kerns, Laura King, Kathie Kopkash, Valerie Kowalski, Kate Kweder, Mary Lou Light, Kris McDowell, Alice Meek, Flo Mulhere, Anne Neish, Evon Peacher, Terry Petersen, Bonnie Presicci, Heather Redd, Tracy Rogers, Jean Simmons, Dani Smith, Karen Thagard, Karen Varone, Pam Whitaker, Carole Wong

In Appreciation of our Previous Luncheon Chairs

Our organization is stronger because these women volunteered their time and skills to create a successful Christmas Tree Luncheons throughout the years so we could keep our doors open and grow our philanthropies.  We thank them for their inclusive leadership and creativity which has served Assistance League of Saddleback Valley and our community.

Live Auction Contributors

Glitz & Ritz:   The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Mammoth Lakes Escape:   Dr. David & Catalina Quintero

Up Close & Personal With The LA Lakers:   Pam & Charlie Cummings

Maui, the Valley Isle:   Maggie Kerns

           Dinner with Wine& Friends:   Ed Szubielski, EB Winery

                  Alex Ayala:   Executive Chef, Marbella Country Club

Viva Cancun:  Rob Ellin

Paso Robles Fun:  Daou, Justin & Barton Family Wineries

  Pasolivo Ranch:   Renée & Marie Thomas, Mary Lou & Larry Light

Old Glory:  Chris Justice

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!