SAN DIEGO — Following the end of its 41st annual Children’s Champions matching gift campaign and gala, Father Joe’s Villages announced on May 11 that it had raised a record-breaking $1.6 million.
“We thank everyone who generously gave their time and gifts in support of children and their families,” said Deacon Jim Vargas, President and CEO of the organization. “Their support will ensure that hundreds more children and their families are given what they need to transition away from life on the streets to a home of their own.”
Over the course of an evening gala on May 2 at the U.S. Grant Hotel, guests and sponsors supported life-changing services and programs through gifts, auctions and sponsorships.
Additionally, long-time donors Bob and Ellen Svatos were honored with the Bishop Maher Award for their 36 years of unwavering compassion in the service of neighbors in need, Gala Chairs Andrea and Greg McMullen were recognized for their extraordinary leadership and generosity to help make the evening a success while the Qualcomm Foundation was recognized with the Father Joe’s Villages Award for demonstrating the strength of their partnership in tackling homelessness, according to news release from Father Joe’s Villages.
Funds raised will ensure
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