Philanthropy
Patrons of the Prado
Masterpiece Gala Goes Moroccan
f
ollowing the
success of
last year’s
MASTERPIECE
Gala, Patrons of
the Prado is well underway
with plans for this year’s
signature event. A fundraising
benefit for ten arts, science
and cultural institutions along
the Prado in Balboa Park, the
event is a pinnacle of festivity
and fashion.
This year’s gala theme,
Masterpiece in Morocco, takes
place Saturday, July 13th at
the Spreckels Organ Pavilion
and is hosted by Gala Chairs
Christina Jordan, Lynne Doyle,
Nancie Geller and Patrons
President Patti Judd.
Gala Chairs Christina Jordan,
Lynne Doyle and Nancie Geller
On this magical Moroccan night, guests will be transported to an exotic oasis of
culture, live entertainment and a world rich in flowing fabrics, lush color and gilded
lavish scenery. Luxurious, warmly lit tents set the stage for Moroccan inspired
culinary creations by Executive Chef Jeffrey Strauss of Pamplemousse Grille.
This year’s major proceeds benefit: Fleet Science Center, San Diego Junior
Theatre, San Diego Museum of Art, The Old Globe and Timken Museum
of Art. In addition, Buck4Buses funds support all beneficiaries including Mingei
International Museum, San Diego Museum of Man, Museum of Photographic
Arts, San Diego Natural History Museum and San Diego History Center.
Patti Judd, 2019 President
Patrons of the Prado
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Over the years, Patrons has raised more than $3.7 million providing essential
unrestricted funds to help sustain their ten beneficiaries on the Prado in Balboa
Park. Since its inception, the event has grown in size, scope and profile
becoming a significant source of funding for exhibitions, programs and capital
improvements. In addition, over 169,000 San Diego County school students have
been served through Patrons’ Bucks4Buses annual grants providing access to
educational programs through the ten beneficiaries.
For more information on Patrons of the Prado or Masterpiece Gala tickets or
sponsorship, visit PatronsofthePrado.org.