Pathways to Independence invites you to our 28th Annual Fundraiser

Don’t Miss the Best Party in Town!

Saturday, Oct 5, 2024, 5:30 PM at the Beach–CSULB!

6300 State University Dr, Long Beach, CA 90840

For only $200,  the event includes a full range of all these experiences:

FOOD

Taste an array of culinary delights, including desserts, from 35 of the best restaurants throughout Long Beach and Seal Beach

DRINKS

Complementary – unlimited wine and beer; and sodas and craft cocktails for a donation

ENTERTAINMENT

Live entertainment provided by Big Butter Ukulele band & featuring Desperado, a Beach Boys and Eagles tribute band, and dancing!

AUCTION

The opportunity to bid on amazing silent/live auction items, including destination adventures!

PEOPLE

Fun evening with friends and family (over 21 years and older)

Plus Complementary Parking

OUR PROGRAM

Emphasizes a great cause, benefitting Pathways to Independence, providing education, therapy, housing, mentoring and healthcare for young women in need.

Now, where else can you get all of this?

Get your tickets now, before we sell out! Don’t miss this amazing opportunity for an evening of fun!

We’re bringing the party to “The Beach”, and you’re invited!

Prepare for good vibes, tropical drinks, tasty treats from 35 local restaurants, and a sea of vibrant Hawaiian shirts. It’s going to be an unforgettable island getaway right in your backyard. Join us for an evening of pure tropical bliss — see you in Paradise!

Benefiting Pathways to Independence — providing education, therapy, housing, healthcare, and mentoring for young women in need.

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Uber or Lyft drop off at D7 just past the Foundation Bldg. at the turnaround (6300 State University Dr.)

Our Sponsors

Title Sponsor

Presenting Sponsor

Founding Members
Jean & Jerry Green

LEGACY Sponsor

Our 2024 Sponsors

Diamond

Christie Peck
KWA Ministries
In Memory of Evelyn Flam

Ruby

Cathy Hansen Hansen Steel Services & Procoil, Inc.
Diana Wolf Pacific Coast Capital Management
Diane & Mike Jensen
Dr. Kathy Erlick
Dr. Misha Heller, MD Heller Dermatology & Aesthetic Surgery
KBI-Kinsbursky Brothers Intl.
Komax Systems,Inc.
The Capital Group
Traffic Mangagement, Inc.
US Bank

Gold

Audrey Nichol Hauth
Board of Directors
Bob & Mary Alice Braly
Carolyn Shea
Carrie Forbes
Collette Anderson
Gayle Wright & Family
GB Remanufacturing
HD Orthodontics, Dr. Heather Desh
In memory of Lori Giacomini
Rick & Kathy Kaplan
Tllley Family Fund
Toyota TABC
Trench Shoring Company

Silver

Ann & Steve Collins
Avalon Bay Communities
Citizens Business Bank
Denise & Robert Luher
James W Eaton Foundation
Lindsay Mais & John Anderson, Jr
Patti Flynn & Jim Dohn
The Port of Long Beach
Trojan and Co. Accountancy Corporation
Xuemei Wei, CFA, Managing Director, UBS Private Wealth Management

Bronze

Christa Butler
Denise & Rick Gimenez
Erich & MaryAnn Josephs
Julie & Howard Hamlin
Ingrid & Jim Stern
Jan & Jerry Maize
Julia Gowin
Julie & Howard Hamlin
Karen Peter
Linda Taylor
Performance Plus Tire – the Feldmans
Primo Plumbing & Heating
Sandi Young
Sarah Cameron
Shaw & Blasi LLP, CPA’s
Soberlink

Copper

Cindy & Hal Gillis
Cindy & Tom Kiley
Eddie Kesky, General Contractor
Gil Dodson
Gioia & Larry Pastre
Katie & Cameron Larson
Los Altos Dental
Maribel & Gregg Mullery
Michael Hebermehl
Mr. Thomas & Dr. Gail Levy
Natalie barrons
Richard & Eileen Smith
Robert & Jean Quirk
Robyn Peacock / Heart Valve Voice US
Sean Payne
Susan Arduengo
Sylvia & Brian Hendron
Terri Chapman
The Lash Lounge, Belmont Shore
Turpin Design Group
Wil & Susan Drouin

Underwriters

Barney & Virginia Brady
Cara Lies
Carol Comparsi
Darlene Gray
DeLynn Schoenholtz
Ellen Mathis
Gloria Neal
Jim Hayes & Cathy Keig
Joe Jost’s
Priscilla & Jim Zehemer
Ron & Marcia Kay Radelet
Tinker Strelich-Range
Vicky Staub

Entertainment

Pam & Bob McRae 

Centerpieces

KWA Ministries

Fence Underwriting

Traffic Management

Golf Carts

Sage Real Estate

Thank you to all of the generous businesses and individuals that donated to our silent and live auction in 2024

Adrean Marquez
Alan Lees
Alyssa Gabrielle
Anchors Away
Angela Lewis
Antica Olive Oils & Vinegars
Austin Hill
Barbara Jones
Barbara Mahoney
Barry Israel
Black Gold Golf Club
Black Tie Ski & Bike Rentals
Boathouse On The Bay
Brushstrokes and Beverages
CABI
Captain Jack’s
Carie nd John Cassar
Catalina Museum for Art & History
Catherine Hansen
Charles & Jane Thomas
Charlie Wright
Christa Butler
Christi Bennett
City Lights Streetwear
Club Pilates
Club Studio Fitness
Collette Anderson
Danielle Prado
Dean Anthony Salon
Debbie Killey
DermaFx
Diana & Randy Hill
Diana Hill
Diana Wolf
Diane Donaldson
District 4 Pizza
Dr. Denise M. Jones, Chiropractor
Farmers And Merchants Bank
Friends of Pathways
Garlington Orthodontics
Garrett Gosselin
Gloria Villalobos
Golden Meadows Retrievers
Grand Prix Foundation
Hansen Vineyard & Winery
Hilton Garden Inn
Image RX

J&L Jewelry
Jane Haxton-Thomas
Jane Ollard
Jane Thomas
Janet Horenstein
Jeff And Christina Shaw
Jeff Riegle
Jennifer Diluzio-Faas
Jim Hayes
Julia Gowin
Julie and Howard Hamlin
Karen Colacino
Kathy Erlick
Kennedy’s Craft Kitchen & Cocktail
Kevin And Michelle Falsken
Kimberley Wang
Kimberly Harrison
Kristen Verdoia
LaMisha Rochelle
Le Cuvier Winery
Lene Vineyard
Linda Saslow
Linda Vas
Lindsay Mais
Lisa & Michael Montabone
Lisa Mais
Lisa West
London Boat Rentals
Long Beach Spine & Rehabilitation
Long Beach Symphony
Lori Craven
Los Alamitos Animal Hospital
Lucille’s Smokehouse
Mandy Bauer
Marcy Clarke
Maria & Donald Loughery
Mark Schneider Design
Marvel Jewelry
Maverick Helicopters
Michael Johnson
Michael Schulman
Michael’s on Naples
Michelle Jamieson
Nancy Blasi
Nancy Emslie
Nancy Tonner
Naples Rib

Natalie Honda
Nico’s Restaurant
Pamela Paterson
Pat Kitching
Phyllis Ballard
Pilates 7
Randy Wilson
Revin, Inc
Richard Gibson
Robert and Noreen Curry
Robert Casares
Robert Chavira Inc
Robert Wright
Rocky Suares
Salon Muse
Sanctuary Spa
Sara Azevedo
Scott & Hilary Hefner
Shenandoah
South Coast Metro Alliance
Spaghettini Bar and Grill
Star Greenwood
Stephen Coates, D.D.S.
Stitch and Feather
Studio O
Sugar Bella
Taco Surf
Tami Dowgiewicz
Tara Bruner
TENNI-Moc Shoe Store
Terri Peightal
Terry Steele
The Grand Long Beach
The Lash Lounge
The Original Fish Company
The Parlor Hair Boutique
Tinker Strelich-Range
Tom Lucas
Traffic Management
TravisMathew
Tristan Duncan
UCLA Baseball Operations
UCLA Department of Intercollegiate Athletics
Will Grella DDS
Wilson Creek
Xuemei Wei
Zoe Hagmann

About Pathways

Our Mission

To transform the lives of disadvantaged single young women through education, therapy, mentoring, housing, and healthcare, to break the cycle of poverty and abuse.

Learn more about the mission of Pathways and how your support will benefit the young women in the program.

Restaurants & Beverages

Beverage Sponsors