TAKE A PEEK INSIDE OUR GALA!
HOSTED BY THE GRIMMIE FAMILY
Welcome! We are thrilled to be back for a third consecutive year to present our Annual Gala & Fundraiser. Since our inaugural gala in October 2017, this event has become one of our largest fundraisers of the year. Your support enables us to be there for families who have lost a loved one to gun violence or families encountering a breast cancer diagnosis. Learn more about our cause below.
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EMCEE: HUNTER MARCH
Back for his third year as emcee, Hunter is co-host of E!’s hit show “Nightly Pop!”.
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WHAT TO EXPECT:
The evening will include a gourmet dinner, a one-of-a-kind Silent Auction, raffle prizes, our annual
Legacy Awards presentation, and entertainment featuring live music.
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VENUE:
This year, our event takes place at the Burbank Marriott Convention Center located at 2500 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505 (across from Burbank Airport)
PARKING:
Please park in the convention center parking lot at the far end of the hotel.
Parking is included with your ticket. Valet Parking available at the hotel for $17.
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ATTIRE:
Business
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EVENT SCHEDULE:
6PM - VIP Reception & Silent Auction Open
7:00 PM - Doors Open to Dining Hall
7:15 PM - Dinner Service Begins
7:45 PM - Program & Entertainment
9:00 PM - Awards Presentation
9:45 PM - Silent Auction Closes
10:00 PM - Final Remarks
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THE EVENT
OUR CAUSE
When families encounter tragedy, we support them, with love. The Christina Grimmie Foundation exists to support families who have lost a loved one to gun violence or have a family member diagnosed with breast cancer. The Foundation provides tangible services to help families encountering either of these two areas of hardship, so that they may focus their energy on healing, rather than finances or household duties. People helping people. Most recently, the Foundation was able to assist 10 of the 12 families experiencing loss from the tragic Thousand Oaks Borderline shooting.
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About Christina Grimmie
With a big voice and an even bigger heart, beloved singer, songwriter, fan-favorite from NBC’s “The Voice” and YouTube icon Christina Grimmie was one of those stars. The 22-year old New Jersey native built a staggering fan base of 3.8 million YouTube subscribers and achieved numerous accolades. Christina’s diligence and dedication transformed her into a phenomenon. After her tragic passing in 2016, the Grimmie family was determined to create a legacy in her honor by establishing the Christina Grimmie Foundation.
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EVENT GALLERY
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2019 AWARDS PRESENTATION
Trailblazer Award | Inspiration Award | Legacy Award
Trailblazer Award
MAURICE LAMARCHE
Two-time Primetime Emmy-winning voiceover artist, Maurice LaMarche (“Pinky and the Brain” and “Animaniacs”), will be in attendance to accept the Trailblazer Award for his invaluable assistance in helping launch the Foundation. Maurice will accept this award on behalf of the LaMarche family and their ongoing support of the Foundation.
Inspiration Award
TRAVIS FLORES
Award-winning author and advocate, Travis Flores, will receive the Inspiration Award for his unwavering dedication to the Foundation despite the severe obstacles he's faced on his own journey. Travis has been an incredible inspiration to the Grimmie Family and to our organization since its inception, bringing us his heart of gold and much wisdom.
Legacy Award
VENTURA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Ventura County Community Foundation will receive the Legacy Award for their diligent and honorable handling of the Thousand Oaks/Borderline donations. Our own community experienced an unspeakable shooting tragedy last November. We witnessed the amazing work of Vanessa Bechtel and the Ventura County Community Foundation. Their dedication and drive exemplifies what our Legacy Award represents.
Previous Honorees: NBC's The Voice; Adam Levine; YouTube; Awesomeness TV; Pasquale Fabrizio and Kurt Hugo Schneider & Michael Schneider
GUEST MUSIC ARTISTS
Jake Barker
Jake has always loved to sing since his childhood. He found comfort in singing to a camera in his room and began growing a strong fan base on YouTube, turning him into a sensation. Jake went on to become a contestant on Season 6 of NBC’s The Voice.
Jacquie Lee
Jacquie arrived in extraordinary fashion coming off her incredible success as runner up on Season 5 of NBC’s The Voice into hitting the Top 10 on iTunes and charting on radio with her first release. Since then she has continued to grow as an artist releasing music totaling well over 50 Million streams.
OUR SPONSORS
OUR GOALS
Since our Inaugural Event in 2017, The Christina Grimmie Foundation has given away more than $100,000 to families who needed our help. What makes our organization unique is that we're often among the first to respond when families need help most -- after a tragedy occurs. We can fund grants within 24-72 hours. Community and government grants can take up to 60 days to process. Supporting us has never been easier, and your participation in the silent auction or raffle will be appreciated. Below is a breakdown of what your support will accomplish.
$25
Family Care
Every gift makes a difference and supports us in getting funds directly to families in their time of need. $25 helps provide basic household items and family care which is often overlooked when families are in crisis.
$100
Transportation
Transportation is the most requested need and an absolute necessity when family members need to immediately fly or travel to go be with their loved ones ASAP!
$500
Become a Partner
Funds our ongoing efforts to meet the needs of the "Green Hearts" we serve including memorial expenses, grief counseling and medical bills for breast cancer patients.
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