“The national recognition that our charity is receiving is a testament to the good work that the board and Angela have done over the years.  We should all be proud that our organization never sought recognition but only focused on doing good work for those in need in San Diego.” said Shawn Heyl, It’s All About the Kids President and Co-Founder. “Every once in a while we find ourselves involved in a business or organization that we really can be proud to be a part of and that really makes a difference.  ”

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President of the Board Shawn Heyl, his friends, family and supporters celebrated his birthday on Thursday, January 19, 2012at Alexander Salazar Fine Art Gallery La Jolla. The newest Alexander Salazar Fine Art Gallery is gorgeous and we had a great time grooving to the sounds of El Watusi and enjoying
delicious food from Marketplace Grille, desserts from Sprinkle Me Desserts and cocktails from St. Petersburg Vodka. Photos by Moments of Your Life Photography.

The Kick-off Party was November 1, 2011 with delicious food from Fleming’s Prime Steak House and Wine Bar La Jolla, Sushi on the Rock, Sprinkle Me Desserts and wine tasting from Quiggley Wines. The Bossa entertained the guests while we watched a beautiful sunset! Photos by Moments of Your Life Photography. To view, please CLICK HERE.
Donations will be accepted at the Holiday House, at SDAR Service Centers, and area Drop-Off Centers located throughout San Diego County. For more info on donating, please go to www.sdar.com.

The Donation Celebration Party is December 6, 2011 from 3pm-7pm and again fabulous food will be served by Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar La Jolla, Sushi on the Rock, Kous Kous Moroccan Bistro and Sprinkle Me Desserts. The Gypsy Knights will perform. Guests are again asked to bring an item to donate. To attend, please rsvp at www.sdar.com.

Charities include Adopt-A-Classroom, Becky’s House, Homefront San Diego, It’s All About the Kids, Marine Toys for Tots, The Salvation Army,
San Diego Armed Services YMCA, San Diego Center for Children, San Diego Food Bank, Second Chance, and West Senior Wellness Center. Donovan’s Steak and Chop House are the title sponsor.

The Holiday House is an actual property on the market (MLS #110056509). Maison de la Mer, listed for sale for $7.5 million, is a custom-built, gated oceanfront estate: 6,733 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 7-1/2 baths, with pool, spa, and more. SDAR thanks the homeowners for the very generous in-kind donation of the use of their home.The Holiday House is located at 5204 Chelsea Street, La Jolla, CA 92037.

This year, It’s All About the Kids is committed to helping more children and their families in San Diego. The Adopt A Family Program for It’s All About the Kids will help families this 2011 holiday season. Families need grocery store gift cards, gas gift cards, clothes, and toys for the family. Donors will be provided with a complete list and a profile of the family. HELP US ! Contact Angela@itsallaboutthekids.org to help a family this year!

Thank you Real Deal Furniture!