TEE OFF FOR YOUTH
Presented by GILROY YOUTH TASK FORCE
Sixty-eight golfers took to the course on May 9th to help raise money to support programs for Gilroy ’ s most at-risk youth at the annual “ Tee Off For Youth ” golf tournament at the Gilroy Golf Course . The money raised will be spent on activities and programs that will provide a safe environment for youth .
The task force is made up of community volunteers – residents , community leaders and staff from faith-based and communitybased organizations who want to see the Gilroy community and youth thrive . They work in partnership with the schools , local churches , non-profit organizations , and the South County Youth Task Force to identify local needs , gaps in services , and collaborate on offering services to the youth population who live in known Gilroy gang hot-spots or are considered at-risk to high-risk of gang participation .
SOWING
SEEDS , NURTURING DREAMS
Presented by GAVILAN COLLEGE
Steve Kinsella , President Gavilan College
Close to 200 people gathered at the Gavilan College Student Center to sample gourmet food and fine wines , bid on auction items , and socialize . The event , Sowing Seeds , Nurturing Dreams , raised over $ 15,000 for student scholarships and emergency needs . The first Sowing Seeds scholarships , 11 awards of $ 500 each , were presented at a scholarship ceremony on May 9 . Many thanks to the restaurants , wineries , and sponsors that made it happen !
Sponsors : Heritage Bank of Commerce , Smart Products , Recology , Pinnacle Bank , Gavilan College Faculty Association , Gilroy Rotary , Anritsu , Edward “ Boss ” Prado Foundation , Wagman Family , Chinchen Family , Safeway , Johnson Garden Center .
Contributing restaurants and wineries included Fortino Winery , Guglielmo Winery , Sunlit Oaks , Sycamore Creek , Aimee June , Coastview Winery , Martin Ranch Winery , Mama Mia ’ s , House of Siam , Patty ’ s Perfect Pantry , Dona Esther , Best of Times Cafe , My Pizza , Ceorge Chiala Farms , Ladera Grill , Rosy ’ s At The Beach , Cellar Door Catering , Pacific Dining , Gianna ’ s , Ding-A-Ling Cafe .
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
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