2021 Child Care Champions Showcase + Auction Program Book

CELEBRATING OUR EARLY

EDUCATION HEROES

VIRTUALLY

2021

SHOWCASE + AUCTION THURSDAY, MAY 20 5:30 - 6:30 pm

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Welcome!

Welcome to our annual Child Care Champions Showcase + Auction. Thank you for joining us this evening as we celebrate our early education heroes during an extraordinary time.

For more than 45 years, Children’s Council has been at the heart of child care and early education in San Francisco, advancing the belief that high-quality child care can transform lives and communities.

Our mission is simple: to ensure that every child in San Francisco has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Tonight, you will hear from caregivers and early educators, parents and Children’s Council workers as they share stories of perseverance and triumph during what has truly been their most challenging year.

This year we are honored to recognize the decades of contributions made to the fabric of our community by two special individuals: longtime early educator Renee Underwood and longtime child care advocate, retired San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Norman Yee. Please enjoy the program, and thank you for supporting the important work of Children’s Council of San Francisco!

Victoria Fram 2021 Event Chair

Gina M. Fromer, M.S. Children’s Council CEO

Anna Nordberg Children’s Council Board Chair

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THIS EVENING’S SCHEDULE Thursday, May 20, 2021 • 5:30 - 6:30 pm

WELCOME

San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed

REMARKS

Event Chair Victoria Fram & Board Chair Anna Nordberg

SHOWCASE LIVE AUCTION

Child Care Champions Showcase: Stories of Hope and Resilience Featuring exciting travel packages + more!

REMARKS

Children’s Council CEO Gina M. Fromer, M.S.

FUND-A-NEED

Benefitting our Economic Recovery Campaign

CLOSING

Surprise give-aways announced *must be present to win!

Silent auction open until Friday, May 21 at 8:00pm PDT at ChildCareChamps.GiveSmart.com

Thank you for your support!

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2021 HONOREES: Renee Underwood 2021 Family Child Care Provider Champion Since opening her home-based child care business in 1983, Renee Underwood has become a cornerstone of her Bayview community. After earning her nursing degree, she worked at San Francisco General Hospital for many years before opening Ideal Day Care in her home.

Renee has been active in Children’s Council’s early educator programs since she first became a child care provider 38 years ago, learning from countless workshops and trainings. A well-known child care leader and mentor, especially in the African American community, she regularly holds training sessions in her home for new early educators, sharing teaching techniques and educational tools.

Renee holds a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Adolescent Development from San Francisco State University.

Norman Yee 2021 Patty Siegel Child Care Champion A San Francisco native born in Chinatown during the 1940’s, Norman has been committed throughout his life and career to bettering conditions for youth.

During his 18-year tenure as executive director of Wu Yee Children’s Services, he and his team worked in close partnership with Children’s Council on behalf of the children, families and early educators in our community.

Norman served as a member and president of both the Board of Education and the Board of Supervisors. As a city leader, his deep commitment to community collaboration enabled the city to offer child care to all children on the waitlist for subsidized care and the passage of the landmark ‘Baby’ Proposition C—which will raise more than $146 million annually for living wages for early educators— as well as other key investments in San Francisco.

Now retired, Norman holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from University of California, Berkeley and a Master’s degree in Education from San Francisco State University.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! HERO

LEADERS

INVESTORS

ADVOCATES

TABLE HOSTS

Janice Berthold, Heffernan Insurance Anna Nordberg & Brant Thompson Victoria & Nicholas Fram

Vinkey & Andrew Allen

Robert Fram & Jeanne Blamey

Elisabeth Diana & Richard North Gina M. Fromer, M.S.

The Hilberman Family Chris Thomas

Children’s Council Associate Board Jessica Hilberman San Francisco Health Plan

EARLY EDUCATION CHAMPIONS

Blaisdell’s Business Products Bright Horizons Dorman Associates First Republic Bank

Elaine Lai Fran Maier Laurel Morris Spolter The Pattinson Eadie Family

CHILD CARE CHAMPIONS

Bayside Mechanical Palmaz Vineyards

Susanna Upton Brandy Vause

Bay Area Discovery Museum Brown Estate Napa Valley Carrie Dove Catering & Events Marlina Chan Children’s Council Associate Board Delfina Dim Sum Corner Heritage Hotels & Resorts The Hilberman Family Hyatt i-Tea Alameda Jeff Cohn Cellars

Jo Malone London Elaine Lai Dr. Farris Page and Dr. Charles Brinamen serendibetty Deborah Sims Sojourn Cellars Three Sticks Wines Tutu School The Verma Family The Walt Disney Family Museum Twelve Eleven Wine

IN KIND DONORS

As of 5/16/21

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OUR SILENT AUCTION IS OPEN NOW!

Brand new Apple ipad with $50 Apple gift card

Check out our Silent Auction in one of three ways!

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Downtown Sonoma Square wine tastings (walkable)

ChildCareChamps.givesmart.com Text “ChildCareChamps” (all one word) to 7-6-2-7-8 Scan this QR code with your mobile device:

Silent Auction: Some Featured Items + Brand new Apple ipad with $50 Apple gift card + Michael Kors leather handbag + Private downtown Sonoma Square wine tastings (walkable!) with food parings + Exclusive commissioned artwork by local muralist Jeremy Novy + Family Museum Day + Dining out + Gift certificates for Italian, Dim-Sum, Boba Tea, Cali cuisine and Pizza at various SF hot spots

And so much more!

SILENT AUCTION CLOSES FRIDAY, MAY 21 AT 8:00PM PDT

Family Museum Day + Dining out!

Gift certificates for various SF hot spots!

Michael Kors leather handbag

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HOW TO BID ON AUCTION ITEMS BID NOW AT CHILDCARECHAMPS.GIVESMART.COM 1 Go to the site, ChildCareChamps.givesmart.com 2 Click on the grey button, “Go to Auction” or click on “ITEMS” in the top menu bar.

3 View all items and when you find one you like, click on it.

4 To place a bid, enter your name, mobile and email address 5 Enter the amount you would like to bid (there is a minimum bid set for each item, if you are the first bidder)

6 Click the green bid button!

7 Click the “Watch this item” button to get bidding updates until the Auction closes Friday, May 21 at 8:00PM PDT

Dine out again at these SF hot spots!

Exclusive & private wine tasting experiences!

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LIVE AUCTION Don’t miss these special items & experiences!

All winning bids directly support Children’s Council’s work.

Thank you for your generosity!

ITEM #109 PRIVATE CAVE TOUR AND WINE TASTING IN NAPA VALLEY

• This amazing 90-minute adventure is unlike any wine tasting you’ve experienced before.

• The Palmaz estate is located high on the crest of Mount George, offering panoramic views of Napa Valley.

• You’ll enjoy a private guided tour through the multi-level underground winery cave which extends 18 stories into the rocky flank of Mount George.

• Guests will then enjoy a seated tasting in a private salon or out on the spectacular estate deck.

• The tasting includes five delicious wines and a curated selection of hors d’oeuvres prepared by the Palmaz chef.

Donated by: Palmaz Winery

ITEM #107 PEACEFUL ESCAPE TO THE CALI HEARTLAND

• Take a peaceful drive southeast into the Central Valley to enjoy the weekend in the quaint historic town of Merced.

• The newest hotel opening for the JDV by Hyatt Brand, El Capitan Hotel blends old with new as it is located in a former railroad depot.

• Enjoy this brand new modern king room for two restful nights!

• Known as the “Gateway to Yosemite”, from the city of Merced, you can be at Merced Wild & Scenic River in less than a hour.

• Enjoy on-site dining at one of the hotel’s three restaurantbars, including a California brasserie serving local bounty and produce from the Central Valley, a Euro-style cafe and the outdoor lounge/patio! Includes $50 dining credit.

Donated by El Capitan Hotel, a JDV by Hyatt Brand

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LIVE AUCTION Don’t miss these special items & experiences!

All winning bids directly support Children’s Council’s work.

Thank you for your generosity!

ITEM #105 VISIT HISTORIC SANTA FE IN STYLE!

• Experience authentic Santa Fe, New Mexico in this quaint adobe home off spectacular Garcia Street in the historic Eastside neighborhood.

• Nearby trails take you quickly to Canyon Road galleries, the downtown Plaza (less than a mile), the Capitol and Railroad districts. Smell the fresh mountain air and hear the cathedral bells as you relax in the front or back portals.

• Enjoy 3 nights in this beautifully decorated two-bedroom two-bath adobe — perfect for couples, a family, or a group of friends exploring Santa Fe’s many riches.

• Soak in your own private backyard hot tub after a day of site seeing, skiing or hiking.

• Take a day trip to neighboring Albuquerque, Taos or Las Cruces and stay the night at a local southwestern spa & inn!

(Choose one of several Heritage Hotels & Resorts properties).

Donated by: Fran Maier and Heritage Hotels & Resorts

ITEM #100 SPEND A LONG WEEKEND IN YOSEMITE

• This is the perfect respite!

• Enjoy 3 nights at “The Legacy,” located among the beautiful Redwoods in Yosemite.

• This large home is 3,350 sq feet with 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and can sleep up to 18 guests.

• The kitchen and upstairs bathroom are newly remodeled.

• Skylights and wood-burning fireplace in living room and huge outdoor deck with patio furniture and deck.

• Watch wildlife stroll through the meadow at sunset, take a hike or inhale the fresh air!

• Located in the historic town of Wawona at the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park.

Donated by: The Hilberman Family

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LIVE AUCTION Don’t miss these special items & experiences!

All winning bids directly support Children’s Council’s work.

Thank you for your generosity!

ITEM #111 LUXURY STAY AT THE FOUR SEASONS – ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD!

• Nothing says luxury like staying at a Four Seasons Hotel or Resort!

• With this package, you can stay at ANY of the 117 Four Seasons properties in 47 countries! From Maui to Florence, Bali to Dubai, start planning for your post-pandemic adventure.

• For example, with this package, you could have a luxurious stay-cation at the San Francisco Four Seasons for four nights, including parking, two massages at their spa, breakfast and lunch each day, dinner for two with wine, and cocktails at the bar!

• This package is in the form of a $5,000 Four Seasons gift card (credit that can be used like cash at ANY Four Season Hotel or Resort.)

Be prepared to bid when our Live Auction begins!

In the meantime, you can bid on many different gift packages and special treats in our Silent Auction at ChildCareChamps.givesmart.com

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HELP US RAISE $125,000 FOR OUR ECONOMIC RECOVERY CAMPAIGN! When you donate at least $100 to our Fund-A-Need campaign, you will be entered into a raffle to win a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne!

To donate to our campaign, Simply go to the auction site, ChildCareChamps.givesmart.com, and bid on items #140-145 (depending on your gift amount).

Make a gift now: Go to childcarechamps.givesmart.com or text “ChildCareChamps” (all one word) to 7-6-2-7-8 $5,000 can allow 10 women entrepreneurs to launch and sustain their home-based child care business $2,500 can build a pipeline of 10 Black early educators in San Francisco through a workforce development program to address the achievement gap for Black children $1,000 can sponsor outdoor play workshops, nature days in the park and field trips for 12 child care programs

See next page for more Fund-a-Need options

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HELP US RAISE $125,000 FOR OUR ECONOMIC RECOVERY CAMPAIGN!

$500 can sponsor 5 home-based child care educators to prepare and distribute weekly meals to the families of the children in their care to combat food insecurity $250 can sponsor activity kits for caregivers at a Play Lab Pop-Up in the community (virtual or in-person), where children learn through play, build resilience and socialemotional competence so that they are better prepared for kindergarten $100 can provide 4 child care sites with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and cleaning supplies to keep their children healthy and safe

Make a gift now: Go to childcarechamps.givesmart.com or text “ChildCareChamps” (all one word) to 7-6-2-7-8

You can fulfill a pledge via a different charitable vehicle – stocks, IRA distribution (not taxable for age 70 ½ or over), cryptocurrency, or charitable gift annuities that provide you with lifelong income. Please contact April Homan at ahoman@childrenscouncil.org to coordinate. Thank you for your gift!

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THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT HOSTS, BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND ASSOCIATE BOARD

EVENT HOSTS

Victoria Fram, Event Chair Anna Nordberg, Board Chair Gina M. Fromer, M.S., Children’s Council CEO

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Anna Nordberg, Chair Deborah Sims, Vice Chair Brandy Vause, Secretary Marga Dusedau, Treasurer Dominique Benavidez Omar Butler Elisabeth Diana Victoria Fram Jessica Hilberman

Sophie Hood George Israel Jim Kirk Fatima Moore Farris Page Charmaine Pattinson Peter Rosberg Na’eem Salaam Chris Thomas

ASSOCIATE BOARD

Chan Akireddy Shannon Arens Zack Brenner Thandiwe Cato Jeff Chen Corina Dumitrescu Akil Fernando Katherine Galossi Melissa Haft Cinthia Herrera Tricia Hoen Logan Holling

May Huang Samantha Jo-Dato Spencer Louie Maya Poddar Karol Ruiz Tricia Russ Gautam Soundararajan Milly Wang Betty Yang Carolyn Yang Emily Yi Jennifer Zigas

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

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ChildCareChamps.givesmart.com Text “ChildCareChamps” (all one word) to 7-6-2-7-8 Scan this QR code with your mobile device:

#ChildCareChampionsSF #NoRecoveryWithoutChildCare

Our Mission: By advocating for quality early care and education, empowering families with information and financial support, and building the capabilities of educators, we ensure that every child in San Francisco has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

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