16th Annual MATES Benefit Dinner & Auction
๐๐ฝ๏ธ๐๏ธ HOLLYWOOD GLAM!!! ๐๐ฝ๏ธ๐๏ธ
What a night! It was so amazing to see you all glammed up and dressed to the nines on Friday evening for a celebration full of joy, community, and giving back. From the sparkle and style to the joy and spirit of generosity, last Friday was nothing short of magical. We hope you had as much fun as we did!
โจ A HUGE THANK YOU to our incredible Diamond Sponsors for this yearโs 16th Annual MATES Benefit Dinner & Auction! โจ Your generous support helps us make a lasting impact for our school and students! ๐๐ซ
โจ Another HUGE THANK YOU to our equally incredible Emerald Sponsors for their generous support and for making this magical evening possible! โจ

DIAMOND: JS & Associates – Jonathan Shepard, Graver Group, Andrew Goldenberg, DDS, Rosen Trust Law

EMERALD: The SILVERTON Family, The NG Family, GEM Mortgage – John Wade Loans, The Farwell Team
Thank you to everyone who has donated their time and resources to make this fundraiser a dazzling and successful event!
โค๏ธ Thank you to everyone who donated to the Teacher Time opportunity drawing! โค๏ธ
We hope all of your kiddos enjoy this memorable experience. ๐
*๏ธโฃ Winners will be emailed with more details *๏ธโฃ

The auction closes tonightโFriday, May 9 at 10 p.m. so set your alarms now. Donโt miss your chance to snag some incredible items, including:
โข Private voice and music lessons
โข Dreamy vacation getaways (Big Bear, Mammoth, Lake Arrowhead, and Malibu)
โข Health and beauty packages
โข Exclusive experiences like The Magic Castle and The Price is Right!
โข Box seats to see Josh Groban live at the Hollywood Bowl
โข Our very own DJ LaGuardia ready to bring the party to your next event
Speaking of awesome MATES staff – don’t forget the brand-new Teacher Time Opportunity Drawing – enter for a chance to spend special time with your favorite teacher!
And did you hear?! We just added a guitar signed by the one and only Kenny Chesney!
Weโre adding new items until the very end, so keep checking backโthereโs something for everyone: family fun, gift cards, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and more!
Hereโs how you can help us finish strong:
โข Place your bids before time runs out!
โข Share the auction link with friends and familyโevery bid counts!
โข Keep an eye on your itemsโyou never know when someone might outbid you!
Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting our amazing students, teachers, and school programs.
Letโs finish this fundraiser with a BANGโthank you for your incredible support. We canโt wait to celebrate with you all at the Benefit Dinner!
All auction items will be available for online bidding with no paper bid sheets. 100% of proceeds from the auction will go directly to the MATES Community Network (MCN) to benefit Meadows Arts and Technology Elementary School (MATES). Auction items are still being received daily, so be sure to continue checking here for newly added items!
16th Annual MATES Benefit Dinner & Auction
๐โจ You’re Invited to an Evening of Elegance & Impact! โจ๐
Join us for a dazzling night under the stars at our 16th Annual MATES Benefit Dinner & Auction โ where glamour meets generosity.
๐ Spanish Hills Country Club
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May 9, 2025 (Friday)
๐ 6:30 pm
Step into a world of charm, fine dining, entertainment, dancing, and exciting live & online auctions โ all in support of MATES and its inspiring mission to empower children through Arts & Technology.
โจ Dress to impress.
๐ฝ๏ธ Savor a gourmet meal.
๐ถ Enjoy music & entertainment.
๐ Make a difference.
Secure your seat at MATES’ biggest fundraiser of the year. Together, weโll raise the bar โ and the future!
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Join us in making this unforgettable evening a huge success!
โจ๐ชฉ Are you a planner? Love getting friends together? Want to host a party for a great cause? ๐ชฉโจ
HOST A GRADE-LEVEL PARTY!!
Get your crew together and throw an unforgettable event for your childโs grade! Think Park & Popsicles ๐ง, Movie Night ๐ฌ, Bowling with Buddies ๐ณ, or Arts & Crafts ๐จ!
Tickets to your party will be sold at the MATES Benefit Dinner, with 100% of proceeds going back to MATES. ๐๐ฆ โจ
Letโs make memories + make a difference while raising money for our school! ๐ซโค๏ธ
If you want to be involved in this special event regarding, fundraising, donations, and/or sponsorships, contact Fundraising Co-Chairs, Nancy Melgar & Jessica Ng: Fundraising@matesmcn.net
๐ MCN wants you to help choose the theme for this yearโs Benefit Dinner! ๐ญโจ

Vote for this year’s theme!






































