The Marin Valentine’s Ball, a long standing favorite fundraiser since its founding in 1996, was held on February 10 at the San Rafael Civic Center. The annual event benefits not one, but three Marin nonprofits—Side by Side, the North Bay Children’s Center, and the Godmothers of Catholic Charities St. Vincent’s School for Boys.
370 supporters turned out for cocktails, a seated dinner by Sage Catering, an awards ceremony honoring Joy Phoenix, silent and live auctions, and a post-dinner set with Wonder Bread 5.
TV personality Liam Mayclem emceed the event with his lively banter. By the evening’s end, the event generated more than $325,000 for the vulnerable youth of Marin County. Presenting sponsors included Brayton Purcell LLP and Thirty-Seven Wines.
The three beneficiary nonprofits of the 2024 Marin Valentine’s Ball collectively help ensure that all Marin youth have a chance to thrive, regardless of their circumstances in life. Side by Side offers services to vulnerable youth living in Marin and several other counties that includes mental and behavioral health counseling, early school intervention and transitional housing. The North Bay Children’s Center offers high quality early care and early education to Marin’s youngest populations and their families. The Godmothers of Catholic Charities St. Vincent’s School for Boys actively fundraise for and volunteer at St. Vincent’s school to help provide a safe, nurturing environment where traumatized boys can build self-esteem, improve social skills, and renew trust.
Photos: Chris Constantine
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