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Patrons Of The Prado

SUPPORTING AN EXTRAORDINARY COLLECTION OF ARTS AND CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS AT BALBOA PARK

The Prado is Balboa Park ’ s central promenade , a crown

jewel famous for its historical artisan-crafted facades , lush gardens , sparkling pools and flowing fountains . The area is alive with highly prized attractions , exhibitions and performances . The Prado provides a world-class cultural and educational experience for the millions of locals and visitors from around the globe who frequent Balboa Park each year .
Patrons of the Prado is a dynamic non-profit that consists of an all-volunteer group of women who give
Patrons of the Prado members their time , financial generosity , professional and creative talent to benefit the preservation and legacy of America ’ s largest urban park housing a distinguished array of arts , science and cultural organizations that occupy the Prado in Balboa Park . Aligning their fundraising efforts to augment the vision and mission of their 10 Beneficiaries has resulted in a measurable impact for each organization .
Launched in 1997 and celebrating 26 years , Patrons of the Prado has funded a total of $ 5.4 million in grants with close to $ 1 million of that total having been designated to support the Bucks4Buses Program , a core pillar of their mission , ensuring access for the youth of our community .
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