A group that supports local youth is introducing a new gala, intended to be an annual event, to help raise funds for its wide range of kids’ programs and activities.
Healthy Youth Coalition North County (HYC) is putting on its first-ever PeerSide Gala on Thursday, August 8 at 6 p.m. The fundraiser will take place at the Birch Bay Village Clubhouse, and will feature dinner and live music, as well as a live auction.
The goal of the event is to raise funds for Teen Nite, ArtScape Teens and the Blue Beat Bike Program, among other HYC initiatives. Every Saturday, Teen Nite features an open mic, karaoke, games and free pizza, while every Tuesday, ArtScape Teens offers free studio time and a safe place for teens to set their imaginations free through art. The Blue Beat Bike Program is an afterschool ride program led by volunteers.
“Our board was looking at best nonprofit practices for fundraisers to help support our ongoing programming,” said HYC co-founder Jesse Creydt. “An annual gala is a very popular, fun event to bring the community out to support healthy youth.”
The PeerSide Gala dinner will feature hors d’oeuvres and drinks at 6 p.m. followed by a main course of Drayton Harbor oysters at 7 p.m. and a dessert dash at 8 p.m. During the event, entertainment will be provided by a jazz ensemble, and guest speakers will describe the impact HYC’s programs are making in the community. Blaine police chief Donnell Tanksley will also speak about the importance of the relationship between youth and law enforcement.
The live auction will include hotel stays, massages and an assortment of baskets and gift packages from local businesses.
Tickets cost $50 per person or $90 per couple, and one can register online at peersidegala.eventbrite.com.
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