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An Evening of Kindness

October 28, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, connection and purpose as we mark five years of kindness and honor Kindness Initiative’s founder Selwyn Isakow.Enjoy cocktails and a Mediterranean feast, a special fashion presentation featuring kindnessG’MACH, inspiring stories, and a joyful evening celebrating the impact we’ve made together.

Dress Code: Black & White Cocktail Chic

Guests are encouraged to embrace the evening’s Black & White theme.

Entertainment

  • Piano by Vitiá Kulish
  • DJ Services provided by Church of Music

Evening Highlights

Cocktails & Mediterranean Dinner Enjoy an open bar with signature cocktails, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. Dinner will include fresh salads, house-made mezze and dips, savory Moroccan salmon, grilled seasoned chicken, herb rice, seasonal vegetables, warm pita, and an array of delicious desserts. Five Years of Kindness Celebrate the people, stories and impact that have shaped our first five years. Honoring Our Founder A special recognition of Kindness Initiative founder Selwyn Isakow. Fashion Presentation Featuring kindnessG’MACH.

Event Chairs

  • Sue & Anton Monk

Sponsors

Sari & Kenneth Rudy Sue & Anton Monk Hilary & Selwyn Isakow Ernest Rady
Arlene & Louis Navias Suzanne Marcus Tina & Julian Krinsky Robyn Lichter
Mal Smiedt Lee Goldberg Paul Segal Karen Helrich and Bertram Edelstein
Mark Gleiberman Bessemer Trust CalPrivate Bank Bessemer Trust
Lisa Bourchard Nataly Bramzon Wendy Burke & Harold Frysh Brad Burstin
CalPrivate Bank Kim Chesbrough Suzi & Bernie Feldman Alfie Fisher
Melanie Foster Elaine Galinson Laura Galinson Mark Gleiberman
Lee Goldberg Glenn Granger Karen Helrich Hilary & Selwyn Isakow
Jewish Community Foundation Jenny Josephson David Kabakoff Dick & Pam Kaspers
Barbara & Selwyn Klein Harold Krasner Tina & Julian Krinsky Robyn Lichter
Neal MacLean Suzanne Marcus Esther & Carlos Michan Danielle & Brian Miller
Sue & Anton Monk George Mrkoni Arlene & Louis Navias Ernest Rady
Sari & Kenneth Rudy Paul Segal Sarah Shekhter Mal Smiedt
Norman Smith Karen & Michael Stone Jack Suzar Robin & Leo Eisenberg

Partnership Opportunities

Help make our five-year celebration possible.

VISION PARTNER  |  $10,000+ • Recognition at Kindness Initiative’s new space • Reserved table for eight • Recognition during the evening program and on event materials • Featured website and social media recognition • Complimentary valet parking COMMUNITY PARTNER  |  $5,000 • Reserved table for eight • Recognition during the evening program and on event materials • Website and social media recognition • Complimentary valet parking SUPPORTING PARTNER  |  $2,500 • Two VIP tickets • Recognition on event materials and social media • Complimentary valet parking FRIEND OF KINDNESS  |  $1,000 • Two event tickets (non-transferable) • Recognition in the event program and on the website • Complimentary valet parking Every Gift Makes a Difference We gratefully welcome gifts of any amount, as well as in-kind donations of products or services. Kindness Initiative is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All contributions are tax-deductible Thank you to our Sponsors! Brad Slavin, Sarah Shekhter, Paul Segal, Del Mar Social, Sue and Anton Monk Tax ID: 87-1083852 Sponsored by: Sari & Kenneth Rudy, Sue & Anton Monk, Hilary & Selwyn Isakow, Ernest Rady, Arlene & Louis Navias, Suzanne Marcus, Tina & Julian Krinsky, Robyn Lichter, Mal Smiedt, Lee Goldberg, Paul Segal, Karen Helrich and Bertram Edelstein
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October 28, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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