Community Corner
Denim & Diamonds Gala Raises Money for Los Gatos Schools
Fundraiser's goal was to bring in $75,000 to benefit K-8 education.
About 150 people came out Friday evening to the Opera House in Los Gatos to support the Los Gatos Education Foundation eighth annual Denim & Diamonds Casino Night gala fundraiser—a benefit for Los Gatos K-8 public schools.
The fun event featured a live auction that included Ducati motorcycles, pearl necklaces and the chance to drive an all-electric Telsa sports car. Other activities included Chicken #@*! Bingo and lots of food and drinks to please the crowd.
Event sponsors included , Hal and Burnett Orthodontics, The Alarm Company,Dr. W. John Emison, Ezra Gordon Creative Photography and Rehder Construction, Inc.
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The foundation's goal this year is to raise $750,000, said Tina Murray, director of annual giving for the Los Gatos Education Foundation. So far, the nonprofit agency has raised 93 percent of its goal.
Murray said although the gala was a success and everyone had a wonderful time, the event could have been more well attended. About 75 extra tickets didn't sell.
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"We were competing with the Sharks game and many of our families were out of town so even parents who normally support us every year were not available," Murray said.
Donations in any amount are accepted, Murray said. If you're interested in donating to the campaign click here.
