Our second annual gala extravaganza fundraiser was an incredibly fun and successful event - wonderful food and drink, great music, and most importantly, overwhelming support from our community!
The building was filled with energy and celebration with folks who came out to support our Chapter and our mission to support local youth. We raised over $8000 dollars to fund our annual Youth Scholarships, the Blue Water Task Force program, as well as the Bandon High School Surfrider Youth Leadership Club!
A HUGE thanks to all the sponsors of the event!
Emily Midyette, one of our 2015 Scholarship Recipients, shared her future plans with us and expressed her appreciation for Coos Bay Chapter's support for her endeavors.
Science teacher Trent Hatfield, who mentors the Bandon High School Surfrider Youth Leadership Club, spoke passionately about the Club's activities and accomplishments for 2015-2016.
The exquisite 6-course meal prepared by Black Market Gourmet was beautifully paired with awesome beers from Arch Rock Brewing Company, Chetco Brewing Company, and Seven Devils Brewery, wine from Abbelone Winery, rum from Stillwagon Distillery, and coffee from Bayside Coffee Roasters. The Clam Diggers created a musical tapestry that flowed in and around our conversations, drawing us out onto the dance floor.
Secretary Todd Buchholz recognized Sally Jaeggli for her service as Treasurer for the Coos Bay Chapter ... of course Sally and Nat will continue to participate in Chapter events. Thank you, Sally, for your commitment to our Chapter!
Check out (and download if you want) more pictures of our 2016 Gala at this Flickr link.
Thank you all for supporting the Coos Bay Surfider Chapter! March 18 is the date for the 2017 Gala - save the date now!