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International Women’s Day Event at Five Crowns Addresses Human Trafficking

By Greer Wylder

March 07, 2022

In honor of International Women’s Day, EverFree, a non-profit organization that accelerates freedom for human trafficking survivors worldwide, is uniting women on March 8 from 7-9 p.m. at Five Crowns in Corona del Mar for a cocktail mixer and discussion on human trafficking and how women around the world can be empowered to stop it. A $50 donation is suggested – space is limited, and seats can be reserved at everfreemarch8th/ticketing.Survivor leader and guest speaker, Kathy McGibbon, recently profiled in People magazine, will give a first-hand account of her harrowing experience. At age 22, her boyfriend convinced her to accompany him…

Sushi Roku hosts fundraiser for Ukrainian refugees through World Central Kitchen

By Greer Wylder

March 07, 2022

On Wednesday, March 9, Innovative Dining Group along with Yakumi, will be donating 10% of all sales towards feeding Ukrainian refugees through the World Central Kitchen. WCK is serving thousands of fresh meals to Ukrainian families fleeing home as well as those who remain in the country. Restaurant locations throughout Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Newport Beach, and Scottsdale will be participating in donating fundraiser proceeds to WCK’s “Chefs for Ukraine” initiative.“Like others, we felt helpless with the events unfolding in Ukraine. We are so inspired by what Chef José Andrés is doing right now through World Central Kitchen. By supporting his non-profit, we will help feed refugees…

IKEA Partnered With South County Outreach in Irvine

By Greer Wylder

February 23, 2022

As you know, the pandemic has changed our perception of work -- where and how it happens -- and our workspaces -- where they are, how they should function...both at home and at "the office."This is of course true for the dedicated team at South County Outreach (SCO) in Irvine, as well.With food and housing insecurities increasing during the pandemic, SCO, a leader in the fight to end hunger and homelessness in Orange County, needed additional staffing to continue to serve the community, but barely had enough space to do so comfortably at their HQ in Irvine. IKEA's local team partnered with SCO…

‘Month of Love’ at Bosscat Kitchen Benefits American Heart Association

By Greer Wylder

February 03, 2022

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations will be celebrating Valentine’s Day all month long by donating $1 from every ‘Scarlet Cocktail’ and $1 from every Red Velvet Churros dessert to the American Heart Association. These two items will be a part of the “Month of Love” promotion at both Orange County locations in Newport Beach and Old Towne Orange, and for the whole month, guests will be able to help giveback in a big way.The Scarlet Cocktail is a mix of El Jimador Tequila, fresh pomegranate, ginger, and lime. A festive ruby color, The Scarlet cocktail sells for $12. For $10 guests can treat themselves to the Red…

Why I Am Walking Alzheimer’s OC Walk4ALZ & Run4ALZ on March 19

By Greer Wylder

January 28, 2022

For the first time, I’ll be walking in the Alzheimer's Orange County Walk4ALZ & Run4ALZ on March 19 at the Angel Stadium in Anaheim. I am walking in memory of a dear friend’s mom who had dementia and for the 84,000 people living with Alzheimer’s in Orange County.For anyone affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia in Orange County, Alzheimer’s Orange County is “a lifesaver” according to my friend who was so grateful for their services during her mom’s illness.What does Alzheimer’s Orange County do? They provide brain health and dementia education, care consultations, community connections, residential memory care resources, adult day health…