Foothill Family’s Largest Fundraiser of the Year Supports Life-Changing Mental Health, Early Childhood, and Family Services
PASADENA, CA – (April 8, 2025) Prepare to step into a lush and vibrant world at Foothill Family’s 2025 Annual Gala & Auction: A Rainforest Soirée. On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Annandale Golf Club in Pasadena will be transformed into a breathtaking oasis, where guests will gather in elegance to celebrate resilience, renewal, and rejuvenation made possible through Foothill Family’s vital services. Join us for an evening of change-making!
Marking 99 years of service, this year’s black-tie affair will feature an evening of live entertainment, exceptional dining, exclusive auction packages, and an after-party casino—all designed to support Foothill Family’s mission of empowering children and families on their journey to personal success. Amid recent fire relief efforts and the ongoing challenges faced by our communities, this event will shine a light on the resilience and renewal made possible through our programs. Beneath a canopy of lush greenery and sparkling lights, attendees will hear inspiring stories of individuals whose lives have been transformed by Foothill Family’s compassionate care.
“As we approach our centennial year, we reflect on the incredible impact Foothill Family has made and the lives we have transformed. Our Gala is an opportunity to celebrate that legacy while ensuring that future generations continue to receive the critical support they need,” said Steve Allen, CEO of Foothill Family.
Foothill Family invites supporters to join this inspiring night by becoming a Patron or Underwriter. Sponsorship, underwriting, and advertisement opportunities are available, with commitments requested by March 21, 2025.
For more information about A Rainforest Soirée, sponsorship opportunities, or to learn more about Foothill Family, go to foothillfamily.org/gala or contact the Development Department at (626) 993-3636 or donate@foothillfamily.org.
A Rainforest Soirée
May 17, 2025
Annandale Golf Club
1 N San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
6:00pm: Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction
7:30pm: Dinner, Program, Live Auction & Paddle Raise
9:00pm: After Party & Casino
Special thank you our Host Committee: Vanessa Wolf Alexander, Steve Allen, Jeremy Baker, Laurel Bear, Marisa Callahan, Nellie Duran, Stefani Freeburg, Edgar Mora, Christina Gubala, Lindsey Lansburgh, Laura Law, and Ron Myrick
With gratitude to our Top Patron Sponsors:
Cloud Forest – The Callahan Family and Cathay Bank Foundation
Canopy – City National Bank
Branches & Vines – 4 Successful Kids, LLC/Laurel and Jan Bear, Vanessa Wolf Alexander & Matthew Alexander, The Baker Family, Tom Boyle & Wendy Lees, Freeburg & Granieri, Impact Networking, and PNC Bank
ABOUT FOOTHILL FAMILY
Founded in 1926, Foothill Family provides a range of community-based mental health and social services. Foothill Family is committed to building stronger families and communities by promoting mental health, hope, and resilience. Through its leadership in supporting under-resourced communities in Southern California, the agency has earned a reputation for providing high-quality services aimed at achieving brighter futures in which individuals and families thrive, communities are strengthened, and generations are enriched. Programs include mental health and school-based services for children, a focus on early childhood development and parent education, youth and family services including child abuse prevention and treatment, domestic violence prevention and treatment, elder abuse prevention and treatment, and services for pregnant and parenting teens. For more information, please call (626) 993-3000 or visit www.foothillfamily.org.