Bid for the Kids Gala
Our sincere gratitude and appreciation goes to the many sponsors, donors, and volunteers who made the 35th annual Bid for the Kids Gala an incredible success.
During this celebratory evening we presented Keith Koeller and Beckman Coulter Foundation as this year’s Save a Life Honorees, we were moved with declarations from board members and survivors about the importance of research, we danced the night away with Family Style, and most importantly of all – with your help we raised over $250,000 for PCRF!
For 36 years we have thrived against pediatric cancer with the help of our heroes – ordinary people, doing extra ordinary things. Your gifts will continue to help fund the most promising research in top hospitals across the country. Thank you for standing with PCRF and remaining relentless in our mission to not stop until 100% of children are saved!
Keith Koeller
Keith is an active member of our board and has experienced pediatric cancer firsthand with his own son’s cancer journey. Today his son, Greg, is a thriving survivor. His cancer does not define him or hold him back from life’s greatest experiences. He is a reminder of why research works and why funding is necessary for future children – so that they can thrive just like Greg.
Beckman Coulter Foundation
For over 25 years, Beckman Coulter, Inc., the Beckman Coulter Foundation and Beckman Coulter associates have been dedicated to supporting the mission of PCRF. From funding research grants and lectureships, to creating countless creative Bid for the Kids silent auction baskets, their commitment toward helping find a cure for pediatric cancer has remained constant.
Get Involved: Sponsor, IN-Kind or Auction Donation, Volunteer
You too can make a critical difference in the path of every cancer fighter’s journey. This special event provides a number of opportunities for individuals and organizations like yours to support us with a donation, sponsorship, or in-kind contribution. Your tax-deductible gifts will receive recognition at the event with over 300 guests present.
Be a hero
Showcase the giving spirit of your business, while giving back to a cause where over 80% of all donations will go directly to research that is saving lives today.
TO OUR HERO SPONSORS
Thank you for making our kids your business.
PLATINUM HEROES
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Plummer
Shulman Hodges & Bastian, LLP
GOLD HEROES
Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck
SILVER HEROES
Beckman Coulter Foundation
Children’s Hospital Orange County
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Harbor Distributing
The Neglia Family
p11 Creative
BRONZE HEROES
Teri Wielenga Kevin Bossenmeyer
In-N-Out Burger
The McNulty Family
COPPER HEROES
Jim Weisenbach & Jane Polley
Janice Hehr
Madalyn Marie Creative
Orange Aluminum
Robinson Insurance Agency
John & Kim Weiner
The J Michael Carter Family
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