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Susan G. Komen Orange County Pink Tie Party Raises $475K to Support Breast Cancer Research

The Susan G. Komen Orange County Pink Tie Party raised more than $475,000 in support of breast cancer research, patient services and education initiatives. Held at VEA Newport Beach on Saturday, May 10, the event united survivors, advocates, medical professionals and the Pink Tie Partner family for a night of...

Sherman Library & Gardens Announces Sixth Annual Summer Garden Party August 9

Get ready for a delightful and delicious summer soiree when Sherman Library & Gardens’ Volunteer Association its sixth annual Summer Garden Party on Sunday, August 9 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar. Guests of all ages will enjoy a multi-sensory experience in...

Segerstrom Center Hosts All Guilds Fundraiser at Harborside Restaurant in Newport Beach

Co-chaired by Vanessa Moore and Susan Condrey, The Guilds of the Segerstrom Center hosted over 100 guests at the All Guilds Fundraiser that took place on Thursday, May 29 at the Harborside Restaurant and Grand Ballroom in Newport Beach. Dressed in nautical attire, guests enjoyed signature cocktails, a gourmet dinner...

Crystal Cove Conservancy Invites You to a Summer of Creativity, Exploration, and Coastal Connection

This summer, Crystal Cove Conservancy in Newport Beach invites visitors of all ages to engage with the coastal landscape through a dynamic lineup of seasonal programs that offer meaningful ways to explore, learn, and create alongside the beauty of Crystal Cove State Park. Whether you're returning to a favorite tradition...

Meals on Wheels OC Hosts Pickleball Bash Tournament on Saturday July 19 in Newport Beach

Meals on Wheels Orange County is hosting its 2nd Annual Pickleball Bash Tournament on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Tennis & Pickleball Club, 11 Clubhouse Dr. in Newport Beach. This fundraiser blends friendly competition and summer fun with a strong community mission: supporting Meals...

MOMS Grand Slam Gala Raises Over $191K for Maternal Mental Health

MOMS, the county’s largest nonprofit dedicated solely to newborn and pregnancy health, held its Healthy Beginnings, Bright Futures baseball-themed fundraiser on Saturday, May 31 at Strawberry Farms Golf Club. The Grand Slam Gala raised $191,404 to support new and expectant mothers, babies and families with an emphasis on maternal mental...

Julia Argyros: A Legacy of Generosity at Sherman Library & Gardens

One year after the Grow The Gardens capital campaign unveiled, Sherman Library & Gardens has announced significant progress in its capital campaign. At a special event at Sherman Library & Gardens on Friday, June 6 that featured tray passed hors d'oeuvre, wine and flamenco music and dancing, Executive Director of...

Newport Beach-Based Samueli Foundation Invests $7.5 Mil in Eviction Prevention

To address the immediate needs of community members experiencing housing instability in Orange County, the Newport Beach-based Samueli Foundation announced a $7.5 million collaborative investment in three eviction prevention providers. Following an initial $1.5 million investment in an eviction prevention pilot program, Pathways of Hope, South County Outreach and Families...

Newport Beach-Based CureDuchenne Appoints Brenda Wong, MD, as Chief Medical Advisor

CureDuchenne, a global nonprofit based in Newport Beach committed to finding and funding a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, has announced the appointment of Brenda Wong, MD, as its new Chief Medical Advisor, effective January 5, 2026. A nationally recognized authority in neuromuscular medicine and clinical research, Dr. Wong has devoted...

CdM High School Sophomore Alexis Silva Named Teen Ambassador for Children’s Oncology Support Fund

Children’s Oncology Support Fund (COSF) founder Thomas Pierce, the award-winning film producer and philanthropist, announced the non-profit’s first Teen Ambassador, 16-year-old Alexis Silva of Newport Beach, at the Cannes Film Festival in France. A sophomore at Corona del Mar High School, Alexis triumphed over a life-threatening diagnosis, surgery, and long...