Back to School Serves 1,500 Children
The Back to School event was extremely gratifying on many levels. Perhaps one of the most amazing aspects of this event was how many businesses and community members came together to make the day successful. Of course, all the professionals who donate their services are stars, but many participate so that the children may have a great time. The art projects tables and the big fire engine were standouts. In addition, because of the excessive heat this year Santa Anita Park offered the air conditioned Club House to us for use, which truly helped all of those working at the event given the incredible temperatures outside.
With everyone’s help the Center was able to serve more than 1,500 children this year and we want to give our sincere gratitude to this event’s major sponsors, which includes the Santa Anita Park Racetrack, Ronald MacDonald House Charities, Tzu Chi Foundation, Monrovia Reads, Vons Foundation, Well Fargo Bank and the Pasadena Independent Schools Foundation. These are just some of the hundreds who deserved Thank Yous for making this event a true success.