National Philanthropy Day Announces Nominations

The Association of Fundraising Professionals CA got together this past weekend to announce nominations for The 12th Annual Philanthropy Day in the Desert, taking place on November 7th at the Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa. The event acknowledges the notable philanthropists, businesses, and organizations who…

Dining Out for Life Greater Palm Springs 2018 raises $280,000

Spencer’s Restaurant, Lulu California Bistro, and Trio raised a combined $61,679 for the Dining Out For Life Coachella Valley initiative, in which 10,000 Coachella Valley residents came out strong to raise funds for AIDS service organizations like the Desert Aids Project. All in all, $280,000 was raised by Coachella…

Pets on Parade Popped Again for 20th Anniversary

The 20th anniversary for Pets On Parade was held at the Miramonte Hotel, where pet lovers and their furry friends enjoyed lunch together while enjoying each other’s company. The two charities behind the affair were Pegasus Therapeutic Riding (which provides equine therapy with rescued horses)…

Dinner in the Canyons

The 2018-2019 Coachella Valley social season got its unofficial kick-off with the 27th annual “Dinner In The Canyons,” hosted by The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.  The evening began with a cocktail reception featuring a musical performance by the Cahuilla Indians using traditional gourds, set against…