SDCDF - Gala Program 2023

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Saturday, October 14th, 2023 San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park

WELCOME P R E S E N T E D B Y:

A N G E L A L A N D S B E R G, E x e c u t i v e D i r e c t o r, S a n D i eg o County D enta l Found ation

Dear Supporters, On behalf of the San Diego County Dental Foundation and our entire team, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support at this year’s annual gala.

Your presence and contributions are what make this event truly exceptional. Thanks to your generosity, we are able to raise essential funds that will directly benefit our mission of providing dental care to formerly homeless military veterans and reach underserved communities across San Diego County.

Throughout the evening, I hope you too will be moved by our united sense of community and shared commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of those in need. Your dedication to our cause is nothing short of inspiring, and it reinforces our belief that together, we can make a difference.

As we move forward, we pledge to utilize the funds raised wisely and efficiently, ensuring that they have a meaningful impact on improving oral health and overall well-being within our community.

Once again, thank you for your support and for being a part of the San Diego County Dental Foundation family.

Your involvement is what makes our mission possible, and we look forward to continuing this journey together.

With gratitude,

- Angela Landsberg

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Welcome... to ‘Night at the Museum’, San Diego County Dental Foundation’s annual gala.

The Foundation is the charitable arm of the Dental Society, raising funding for and operating oral health initiatives in San Diego. The Foundation’s flagship program is the John Geis DDS Dental Clinic at Veterans Village of San Diego.

Dental care significantly impacts veterans’ lives, providing them with the confidence of a healthy smile, which, in turn, opens doors to employment opportunities and helps them reconnect with their families and community. By attending the gala and contributing to the cause, participants play a vital role in supporting the essential services offered at the dental clinic and making a positive change in the lives of under-served veterans.

The state-of-the-art clinic provides no-cost dental care treatment such as upper and lower partials, dentures, and full mouth restorations to the residents of Veterans Village of San Diego.

The clinic does not charge patients for this service and is fully funded by grants and individual contributions. This gala is the primary fundraiser for the clinic, providing nearly half of its annual budget. We are here tonight to ensure the clinic’s successful operation for another year.

“Thank you for your invaluable support to the John D. Geis DDS Dental Clinic!”

T H E I RVI N B . S I LVE R ST E I N

GOLDEN HEART AWARD P R E S E N T E D B Y: DR. DANIEL S. WITCHER, PRESIDENT

DR. KEVIN KENNY Dr. Kevin Kenny’s outstanding contributions to the San Diego dental community are indeed commendable. He has been recognized and nominated for the Golden Heart Award by members of the San Diego Patriot Study Club (SDPSC), including, Dr. Thomas Brant, Dr. Thomas Olinger, and Dr. Gerald Kerr.

Dr. Kenny’s dedication to service and camaraderie within the San Diego dental community is exemplified by his involvement as a co-founder of SDPSC. Under his leadership, SDPSC has evolved from a fellowship-focused organization into a thriving one with over 120 members, offering both continuing dental education and philanthropic initiatives.

One of Dr. Kenny’s notable achievements is his fundraising efforts, which have generated over $165,000 for various charitable causes. These contributions have benefited organizations such as the Geis Clinic at Veterans Village, UCSD Pre-Dental Society, Free Clinics, Veterans Clinic at the UCLA School of Dentistry, and the San Diego Food Bank. His commitment to giving back extends internationally, as he has participated in humanitarian dental trips to underserved communities in countries like Cambodia, Guatemala, Panama, Nepal, and more.

Furthermore, Dr. Kenny’s mentorship has had a significant impact on aspiring dental professionals. He has guided pre-dental students on their journey to dental school and supported young dental officers as they transition into private practice.

Dr. Kenny’s unwavering dedication and selflessness make him a shining example of a compassionate and impactful dental professional. His contributions to the community, both locally and internationally, are truly remarkable. The San Diego County Dental Foundation is honored to be a beneficiary of Dr. Kenny’s good work, and he is deserving of the Golden Heart Award for his exceptional service and commitment to the San Diego dental community.

Learn more about Dr. Kenny’s commitment and service projects by visiting drkevinmkennyfoundation.com.

NIGHT AT THE

MUSUEM GALA PROGRAM 6PM | MUSIC AND COCKTAIL HOUR MEET AND GREET WITH AUCTION HOST CHUCK DUKAS SILENT AUCTION RAFFLE 7PM | DINNER 7:15PM | WELCOME - ANGELA LANDSBERG, Executive Director, San Diego County Dental Foundation THE IRVIN B. SILVERSTEIN GOLDEN HEART AWARD PRESENTED BY DR. DANIEL S. WITCHER, President , San Diego County Dental Foundation 7:30PM | LIVE AUCTION 8:30PM | FUND-A-NEED 9PM | DANCING

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$750 | PPE AND CLINICAL SUPPLIES $1,000 | ONE CROWN $1,500 | ONE UPPER OR LOWER DENTURE $2,500 | ONE THREE-UNIT BRIDGE

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GALA COMMITTEE Thank you to our dedicated Gala Committee, committed volunteers, and generous auction item donors

| MS. GENE ST. LOUIS | DR. HETA BHANSALI

| DR. HOA AUDETTE

| DR. RUBY GHAFFARI

| DR. LINDSAY PFEFFER

| DR. JOANNE YOUNG

| DR. NADIA RAZANI

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| DR. DANIEL S. WITCHER, PRESIDENT | DR. COLEMAN MEADOWS, TREASURER | DR. LESLIE STROMMER, SECRETARY | DR. PAUL DOUGHERTY | DR. CHRISSY HAMMER | DR. LESTER MACHADO | LAURA MALY | SHERRY MOSTOFI | MS. GENE ST. LOUIS

THANK YOU Thank you to all our Sponsors and Underwriters for your generous contributions

PATRON SPONSORS

PRADO SPONSORS

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THANK YOU

Thank you to all our Sponsors and Underwriters for your generous contributions

VIP TABLES | COASTAL ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY | DOUGHERTY DENTAL | KIDZ PLACE DENTISTRY | SAN DIEGO FILIPINO DENTAL ASSOCIATION | SEASIDE DENTAL | SKIP COOMBER CONSULTING | VETERANS VILLAGE OF SAN DIEGO | WONDERIST | UCLA SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY

UNDERWRITERS | GENE ST. LOUIS CONSULTING, INC. | PUREWINE | UTGARD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. | COASTAL ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY, DR. DANIEL S. WITCHER | MCLERRAN & ASSOCIATES, JUSTIN KLINGSHIRN | LAUREN WALSH & CO