from Five Acres
Five Acres celebrates 125 years of pioneering services that promote safety, well-being and permanency for children and their families at its 125th Anniversary Gala, Swingin' on a Star – “The Spy Who Loved Five Acres” on Saturday, May 18, 2013, 5 p.m. at The Ambassador Campus in Pasadena. This event will raise critical funds to support its operating costs and ensure the continuation of its 11 programs which provide successful solutions for children and families in crisis. Event tickets are available at $250 per person and include live entertainment, cocktails, dinner, dancing, and the opportunity to bid on unique experiences in the live auction.
In 1888, Five Acres was founded on the belief that no child should ever be left without hope of a permanent loving family. Over the years, Five Acres has been working to provide effective education, prevention and treatment programs to address the varying needs of children and their families. Today, Five Acres is one of the oldest non-profit organizations in Southern California serving over 6,500 children and family members each year.
Distinguished guests who have confirmed their attendance include: Songwriter and producer, Tena Clark; Actor Matthew Lillard and his wife, Heather Helm; Writer Matt Nix and his wife, Melinda Stahl; Actors Sam Jaeger and his wife, Amber; and Chief Philip Sanchez of the Pasadena Police Department, to name a select few.
Carol Smith of Pasadena and Lisa Ashworth-McMullen of Altadena are this year’s event co-chairs and will provide vision and leadership for the child and family services very popular annual fundraiser. The event will also feature special guest and emcee, Wendy Burch, news reporter/anchor for KTLA morning news. In recognition of their long history of community support, Five Acres will honor Wells Fargo, represented by David DiCristofaro, President, Greater Los Angeles Region, and Jonathan Weedman, Senior Vice President, Wells Fargo Foundation.
“It is a great honor for Wells Fargo to receive this recognition from Five Acres. Wells Fargo is guided by visions and values that hold philanthropy in the utmost regard, and we believe we are only as strong as the communities we serve. Wells Fargo understands that for nonprofits like Five Acres, the volunteer time and financial donations of their supporters are vital to the success of the organization. Which is why, in 2012, Wells Fargo invested more than $24 million and nearly 37,000 team member volunteer hours into Los Angeles-based charitable and community organizations,” said the President of Wells Fargo’s Greater Los Angeles region, David DiCristofaro.
Event proceeds will benefit Five Acres’ pioneering programs that work to prevent child abuse, keep families intact and ensure safe, loving and permanent family homes for vulnerable children. Sponsors who have recognized Five Acres for its 125 years of service include: Wells Fargo, The Chiara Foundation, Keri and Andrew Crowell, Floe Financial Partners, Hahn & Hahn, LLP, Michele and John Hall, Longo Toyota-Scion-Lexus, Mariann and Tom Nolan, and Melinda Stahl and Matt Nix. Special sponsorship opportunities are still available in recognition of Five Acres’ 125th anniversary. For event details and more information, visit www.fiveacres.org or call 626-773-3744.
