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2023 Heroes & Horses Gala

2023 Heroes & Horses Gala

It’s not too late to be part of the celebration!
You too can support NCEFT’s largest fundraiser of the year.

NCEFT’s 14th Annual Gala was a magical night!

We thank each and every guest for joining us in celebrating NCEFT’s mission
of providing equine-assisted programs to children and adults with disabilities and mental health challenges.

Make Your Gift Today!
Pathway of Dreams Brick Sales
Client Stories

4:30 PM
COCKTAILS, MEET THE HORSES, LIVE BAND, SILENT AUCTION

Enjoy a cocktail, glass of wine and appetizers, meet the horses in our barn, and enjoy other Gala festivities including live music, photo opportunities, Mystery Boxes, and silent auction. Attire: your best western wear! Boots or flat shoes are a must for walking in our arena.

5:45 PM
MOUNTED COLOR GUARD, NATIONAL ANTHEM, 3-COURSE DINNER

The evening moves into full swing under the twinkling lights of our covered arena with the NCEFT Mounted Color Guard, national anthem, and a 3-course dinner (bistro filet or vegetarian) by Melon’s Catering.

6:45 PM
PROGRAM, LIVE AUCTION,

FUND-A-NEED, AND DANCING

Raise your bid cards generously! NCEFT relies on your support to help keep our programs and horse care going year round! All proceeds support our clients with disabilities and mental health challenges.



NCEFT extends its heartfelt gratitude to the following 2023 Gala Supporters
(as of Sept. 10, 2023)

* Denotes NCEFT Board of Directors or Advisory Council Member


PLATINUM SUPPORTER ($25,000+)
Anonymous (1)


SAPPHIRE SUPPORTERS ($10,000+)
Maggie & Tom Bedecarre
Chris Iverson, Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty *
Ligara Farms, Joe Heinrich & Susan Crenshaw
Anne Van Camp & Peter Van Vlasselaer *


JEWELS SUPPORTERS ($5,000+)
Bayhill Equine
Andrea & Chris Dehner *
Fast Response On-Site Testing, Inc., Casey & Sandra Terribilini *
Connie & Bob Lurie
Lyell Wealth Management, Peri Soyugenc
Peninsula Bay Trust Company, Paul and Donna Barulich *


JEANS SUPPORTERS ($2,500+)
Karen & Jerry Bertrand
Geraldine Cacianti
Gina & Michael Cicciarelli
Firehouse Bistro & Pioneer Saloon, Bill & Lee Ann Gilbert *
Susan Lang & Robert Levenson *
Mounted Patrol Foundation
Webb Builders, Inc.


BOOTS SUPPORTERS ($1,000+)
Karen Arimoto-Peterson

Wendy Arnold
Nancy Contro *

Don DeFranco
Eleanor & Roy Ferrari
Lauren & Jake Frenz
David & Andrea Hayes
Paul & Tiffany Hoffman
Heidi Ingram
Wendy Lee & Mike Keenly
Suzanne Legallet
Susan Martin *
Roberts Market
Jenny C. Smith & John Boone *

Karie & David Thomson
Woodside Community Foundation


SPURS SUPPORTERS ($500+)
Anonymous (1)
Cheryl Basin
Robert & Rosanne Dehner
Nicola & Derek Liu *
Wendy & Michael Lucas
Dana & John Perine
Girvin & Lesley Peters
Suzanne Rischman
Sarah & Doug Rivers


IN-KIND DONORS

Aaron Alvarez Mendoza Photography
Allison Menke Photography
American Conservatory Theater
Diana Andreatta
Antonio Cremona Salon
Ashley Ashoff
Paul and Donna Barulich *
Bay Area Discovery Museum
Berkeley Repertory Theatre
BRONCA Apparel
Wayne Browning, DVM & Tom Frank *
California Academy of Sciences
Captain Kirk’s San Francisco Sailing
Audrey & Paul Carroll
Kris & Dave Carroll
Chantale’s Cuisine
Chocolates for Charity
Debra McClure Photography
Donato Enoteca
Erin Mac Jewelry
Peter & Victoria Evans
Fetch! Petcare
Firehouse Bistro & Pioneer Saloon
John Glines
Grand National Rodeo/Cow Palace
Garrod Farms Estate Winery & Stables
GreenWaste
Emily Hambel
J.Lohr Vineyards & Winery
JZ Photography
Krista Kahl Photography
Alexa Knight
Koji Glass Art
Ladera Garden & Gifts
Lingerie République 
Nicola & Derek Liu *
Susan Martin *
Nestvy
Oakland A’s
Oakland Zoo
Park James Hotel
Prairie Boutique
Adda Quinn
Marty Raynor
Runnymede Farm
Rutherford Designs
Angela Salcido
San Francisco 49ers
San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
San Jose Sharks
Schumacher Photography
Shimmer & Glaze
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
SkinSpirit Palo Alto
South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa
Casey Terribilini *
Anne Van Camp & Peter Van Vlasselaer *
Peter Van Vlasselaer
Viscusi Elson Interior Design
Webb Ranch
W.L. Butler Construction Inc.
W.L. Butler Family Cellars
White Sage
Winchester Mystery House
Wise Blends


SERVICE PROVIDERS
Amaze Studios
Bayside Printed Products
Central Coast Auction Service
Golden State Portables

Melons Catering & Events
Saier Services
Turf and Industrial Equipment Company


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NCEFT: HORSES. HOPE. HEALING.

Horses. Hope. Healing. Three simple words that, when combined, have the power to transform lives. NCEFT is centered around helping people. We are about compassion, inclusiveness, and offering the highest level of service to those in need. We do this by harnessing the unique connection between horses and humans. NCEFT is also about community. Many of our clients and families describe NCEFT as a place that feels like home with people who feel like family.

 

 

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880 Runnymede Road
Woodside, CA 94062-4132

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