The Betsy Awards 2024 proved to be a resounding success, bringing together a diverse group of individuals, organizations, and sponsors to honor the remarkable achievements of Shari Davis and the Los Angeles Partnership for Early Childhood Investment. The day was filled with excitement, inspiration, delicious food, and a strong sense of community, making it an event to remember. All of us at Connections for Children are incredibly grateful for the support shown by our community on this special day.
Without a doubt, the highlight of the day was the recognition of Shari Davis and the Los Angeles Partnership for Early Childhood Investment. Shari Davis was honored for her exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to creating opportunities for young children. The Los Angeles Partnership for Early Childhood Investment was recognized for its significant dedication to educating members, driving systems change, and making impactful contributions to the early childhood field.
Another bright spot of the event was the surpassing of our fundraising goal. The Betsy Awards aimed to raise funds to support early childhood education initiatives in the Westside and South Bay communities of Los Angeles County. Thanks to the collective efforts of everyone involved, we have ensured that all children in our community will have the opportunity to reach their full potential through equitable access to high-quality early care and education. This funding will directly support programs that expand access to early childhood education, enabling Connections for Children to serve even more families and children in need. Just this past fiscal year Connections for Children was able to provide financial assistance to over 1.5 thousand families in the Los Angeles community.
An integral part of the event's success was the online auction, which was a hit among attendees. A wide range of unique and valuable items were up for grabs, and guests enthusiastically bid on their favorite items, contributing significantly to the overall fundraising efforts. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who donated to and bid on the auction items.
The success of the Betsy Awards 2024 demonstrates the commitment of so many individuals in our community to early childhood education. This outpouring of support has set the stage for an even more remarkable event next year, where we will once again celebrate the impact and accomplishments in early childhood education. With the continued support of our community, the Betsy Awards will continue to shine a spotlight on those making a difference in the lives of young children and inspire others to join the cause.
Thank you to everyone who made this event possible. We look forward to another year of growth, impact, and community engagement. Together, we can ensure that every child in our community has the opportunity to thrive.
A special Thank You to our Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsors
BATES WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC
CREXI
DENTONS
MAYER BROWN
RAND
SDG HOUSING PARTNERS
WESTLAKE FINANCIAL SERVICES
Gold Sponsors
CITY NATIONAL BANK
ICG ADVISORS
MEXICAN AMERICAN OPPORTUNITY FOUNDATION (MAOF)
PwC
Shari Davis & Michael Dubin
Blanca Malpartida-Girard and Donald Girard
Amy & Ted Kahan
Sarah & Mark Stegemoeller
Silver Sponsors
BEACH MOMS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
BRAKKE-SCHAFNITZ INSURANCE BROKERS
CHILD CARE RESOURCE CENTER (CCRC)
THE CHILDREN'S PARTNERSHIP
DREW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
FIRST 5 LA
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SANTA MONICA PRESCHOOL
GYL LLP
KEENAN & ASSOCIATES
MCT TECHNOLOGY
OPTIONS FOR LEARNING
PATHWAYS LA
TANGRAM INTERIORS
Austin and Virginia Beutner
Lisa & Kevin Cornehl
Gleam Davis
The Exberger Family
Andy & Sharon Gavin
The Havel Family
Jennifer Ho
Gary Huff & Francisco Astran
Louise Jaffe
Beth & Jon Kean
Wendy Lazarus & Harley Frankel
Sherman & Rebecca Misa
Susan & Charles Newirth
Amy & Bryan Riggs
Erin Shea
David & Sheila Shaw
Preet Singh
Carrie Tilton
Nat & Ida Trives
Cindy Winebaum
