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Special Events Committee
The Special Events committee plans and promotes social and charitable fundraising events. Learn more about upcoming events at www.samcar.org/events
Meeting schedule:
Special Events Committee
Meetings occur on an as-needed basis. Contact staff liaison Dalen Gilbrech for more information.
Chair
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Vice Chair
Staff Liaison
Published: October 27, 2023
Cheers for Charity Raises over $9,000 for SAMCAR Foundation
On Wednesday October 18, 2023, the San Mateo County REALTORS Foundation hosted Cheers for Charity, a fundraiser event at Devil's Canyon Brewing Company in San Carlos, bringing together around 100 SAMCAR members, staff, and friends for food and drink, live music from the AS IS BAND, a trivia contest and generally fun evening that raised $9,200 to benefit housing-related charities in San Mateo County.
Published: August 04, 2023
Members Gather at Long Branch for Appreciation BBQ
On Thursday, August 3, SAMCAR members and friends gathered at Long Branch Saloon & Farms in Half Moon Bay for the annual Member Appreciation BBQ. Guests were invited to explore the unique Old West Town at — and enjoy Texas-style BBQ prepared by — Long Branch Farms in Half Moon Bay, owned by Affiliate member Kevin Palmer. Photography of the event was provided by Affiliate member Craig Burleigh. Many thanks to SAMCAR members and friends for joining us for the BBQ and to our 2023 Corporate Sponsors for making this event possible. (READ MORE FOR PHOTOS)
Published: June 26, 2023
Bowl-o-Rama Raises Over $6,400 for Local Charities
On Thursday, June 22, 2023 the San Mateo County REALTORS Foundation returned to Bel Mateo Bowl for its popular Bowl-o-Rama fundraiser event bringing together over 200 SAMCAR members, staff, and friends for an energetic evening of bowling, prizes and fun, raising more than $6,400 to benefit housing-related charities in San Mateo County.
Published: January 24, 2023
SAMCAR Welcomes 2023 Leadership, Honors Volunteers at Installation
2023 SAMCAR President Marla Perego and the Board of Directors were officially sworn into their term by special guest Installation Officer, San Mateo County Supervisor David J. Canepa, at SAMCAR's 2023 Installation ceremony on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Domenico Winery in San Carlos. Also honored were SAMCAR's Past Presidents, Outgoing Directors and Committee Chairs, and award winners for 2022 REALTOR of the Year, Affiliate of the Year, Community Service, and Homeowner Hero Awards.
Published: October 24, 2022
Bowl-o-Rama Raises Over $7,800 for Local Charities
On Wednesday, October 19, 2022, the San Mateo County REALTORS Foundation returned to Bel Mateo Bowl for its popular Bowl-o-Rama fundraiser event bringing together over 200 SAMCAR members, staff, and friends for an energetic evening of bowling, raffle prizes and fun, raising more than $7,800 to benefit housing-related charities in San Mateo County.
Published: August 09, 2022
Members & Friends Gather for Appreciation Picnic
On Thursday, August 4, SAMCAR members and friends gathered at San Mateo Central Park for the annual Member Appreciation Picnic. Guests enjoyed boxed lunches from Esposto's Catering and a hosted bar, as well as games like giant Jenga and cornhole, and an opportunity to meet and connect in person outside on a sunny day in San Mateo. SAMCAR partnered with the Food Recovery Network to fight food waste and work to end hunger by donating excess food from this event. Surplus boxed lunches and individual bags of potato chips were donated to the LifeMoves First Step For Families, which provides interim shelter and services to 39 families experiencing homelessness in San Mateo. Photography of the event was provided by Affiliate member Craig Burleigh. View more photos on Flickr. Many thanks to SAMCAR members and friends for joining us for the picnic and to our 2022 Corporate Sponsors for making this event possible.