Past Events
5th Annual TGMF Gala - A Success!
Wed, 12/02/2009 - 08:33 — julieThe Imagine Gala was a smashing success! Over 260 people attended the special evening event at the San Mateo Elk's Lodge. Thanks to all who attended and supported the Gala. The Foundation raised over $80,000 to continue imagining our future and supporting our efforts outlined in our mission.
The annual croquet tournament saw over 30 participants competing with "Team Spirit" emerging as the winning team. They also received the "Golden Mallet" award from croquet official, Dave Gayner, for showing the most team spirit during the tournament.
The evening program had many special moments. Eric Snyder continued in his role as emcee for the evening, Mike Nevin and Steve Bowerman as our auctioneers. Seven testimonials were heard from individuals and organizations who have received support from TGMF. A vocal performance was given by Patrick McCauley who wrote a special song titled "Spread the Love", in honor of his friend Matt Garcia and Tim Griffith. This year's Nancy Harris Volunteer of the Year award was given to two outstanding individuals who are behind the scenes supporters at each gala. Derek Ytreeide is the creative force behind the gala audio, visual and technology elements. Each year he out-shines the last. The second recipient was Teresa Bowerman who, year after year, solicits items for the auction. This year she took a leadership role and garnered highly desireable items for the most popular auction categories. We couldn't ask for more committed and talented voluteers - we are honored to have them support TGMF, and we love honoring them. Thank you again Teresa and Derek!
As always we thank our army of volunteers that include friends of TGMF, and members of Bridges, Tim's House and San Jose State University Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. They all make the event run so smoothly.
Finally we want to extend a special thanks to this year's sponsors: Autodesk, Riverview Systems, the SF Giants, Steve and Wendy Blum, The Induni Family, Mike Columbo and Paul Mailhot.
We'll end with a quote from a supporter of TGMF as it reflects the spirit behind the "Imagine" gala. "TGMF is the best possible antidote for the overwhelming feeling that there's no way to make a difference."
May 9 - Day At the Races & Hat Contest
Mon, 02/09/2009 - 13:08 — julieMark your calendars for the 2009 Day At the Races & Hat Contest event. Saturday, May 9 is the date, and Golden Gate Fields in Berkeley is the place.
One race will be designated as a benefit for TGMF. Purchase your tickets now as seating is limited! Tickets include valet parking, admission to the Turf Club, daily program and a great buffet lunch. The Turf Club is a lovely indoor facility with sweeping views of the track and East Bay hills.
Join in on the Hat Contest by wearing your "Horsiest Hat", "Fanciest Hat", or "Craziest Hat" and see if your hat emerges as a winner! A raffle for prizes will also be held at the event, and you will double your raffle fun because all raffle tickets purchased that day will also be entered into the Redwood City Rotary Club raffle for a 2009 Toyota Prius!
As always, this is a popular event, and space is limited, so buy your tickets now! Ticket prices are Adults 31 years old and over - $50.00, Adults 30 to 19 years old - $35.00, 18 years old and under - $15.00
Tickets can be purchased via credit card by clicking here.
See you at the races!
Dine at Pomodoro on Dec 11th to Benefit Tim's House
Mon, 12/08/2008 - 16:36 — juliePasta Pomodoro of Redwood City generously dedicated Thursday, December 11th as "Tim Griffith Memorial Foundation Night." A full 20% of each dinner tab was donated to TGMF by Pomodoro. Friends and family joined together and enjoyed a delicious italian meal - all while raising money for TGMF.
Thank you Pasta Pomodoro!
A Night Of Celebration; A Night of Success!
Sat, 11/29/2008 - 10:22 — julieOver 250 friends of TGMF were in the mood to celebrate on November 22nd, and gathered together for an evening of toasts, bids, dining, and laughter all to honor the opening of Tim’s House and another year of funding programs making a real difference in our communities. Stacey Redman, founder of TGMF and mother of Tim Griffith, opened the program by thanking everyone for their generous support of the foundation during difficult economic times. She reminded us all that organizations who benefit those experiencing personal hardship, need our help more than ever before. And the TGMF friends responded by generously raising more than $60,000 that evening alone. Here are highlights of the celebrations and the evening’s events:
**Celebrating the opening of Tim’s House in October with a $50,000 donation, an annual commitment of TGMF
**Celebrating the continued support of Pets In Need, Service League of San Mateo County, Omega Boys Club, KARA, and Redwood City Outdoor Education Foundation
**Honoring the memory of Trevor Perry with the establishment of an annual sponsorship of KARA’s Camp Erin
**Honoring this year recipients of the Nancy Harris Volunteer of the Year Award: Randy Polk and Rebecca Cunningham
**Exceptional volunteer services of Eric Snyder as master of ceremonies and Steve Bowerman and Mike Nevin as auctioneers
Stacey gave thanks to many people who made the evening possible, including the TGMF working board of directors and friends of the foundation who donate their talent and time to the event, teams of volunteers from San Jose State University PIKEs fraternity, and Bridges program of San Mateo County. A special thank you was given to Derek Ytreeide and his team from Riverview Systems Inc. who turned the San Mateo Elk’s lodge into a nightclub atmosphere with amazing lighting, staging, and audio/visual effects.
Thank you to all of our generous donors, as we head into the holiday season, let’s continue the celebration of our good fortune and a year of sharing with others.
Tim's House Press Conference and Dedication
Mon, 10/20/2008 - 19:08 — julieCommunity leaders gather to celebrate the opening of Tim’s House, a transitional housing facility that provides young men with intensive treatment programs and focuses on helping drug offenders end the cycle of substance abuse and crime.
WHEN: 10:30 – 11:30 AM, Wednesday, October 28, 2008
WHERE: Tim’s House
Redwood City, CA 94063
The Redwood City event will honor Tim Griffith and feature a tour of the new Tim’s House transitional housing facility.
Participants include:
•Tim Griffith Memorial Foundation
•Service League of San Mateo County
•San Mateo County BRIDGES Program
•San Mateo County Board of Supervisors representatives
•Redwood City Council members
•Superior Court of San Mateo County
•The San Francisco Giants
For more information, please contact Julie Gayner at julie.gayner@gmail.com
Saratoga High School Fashion Show to benefit TGMF
Sun, 04/11/2010 - 15:03 — julieFashion show gives Saratoga High students the chance to help others
Story from Saratoga News
By Brian Babcock
bbabcock@community-newspapers.com
Posted: 03/29/2010 07:33:17 PM PDT
Updated: 03/29/2010 07:33:17 PM PDT
Organizers of Saratoga High School's benefit fashion show know that they're lucky to attend the school they do and to live in such a safe and affluent city. But they also recognize that not everyone is as fortunate.
That's why all proceeds from this year's event will benefit the Tim Griffith Memorial Foundation, which runs a halfway house for recovering drug addicts, supports mothers who have unexpectedly lost an adult child and promotes anti-violence.
The April 24 event has meant a lot to those involved, said Paxton Barco, 17, one of the fashion show's organizers. But she added that she hopes the event is also important to the community.
"The community should come out and realize how this could help change not just one kid's life, but is going toward a foundation that is going to turn more kids' lives around," Paxton said.
Organizers say Saratoga High students aren't insulated from drug abuse.
"We're in this amazing school, but there is definitely that group that [uses drugs]," said Alexis Francis, also an event organizer.
The 10th annual fashion show involves 110 students who will model 10 themes in the high school's quad. Themes include the prom, a first date, "bromance," a girls night out, sportswear, along with college, winter and spring attire.
Teachers' children will also be modeling for the toddler theme, organizers said.
Some of the fashions on display have been donated by Kitsch Couture, PacSun, Northface, Lulu Lemon and others. Michael Anthony Salon, located in Saratoga's Village, will style hair for some of the models.
Guests will also be able to bid on gifts baskets that include Apple and beauty products during a silent auction.
No matter how much money is raised, all of it will be a benefit to the foundation, said Stacey Redman, one of the founders of the memorial foundation and the mother of Tim Griffith, who was stabbed to death in the parking lot at AT&T Park in September 2004, the same night that Barry Bonds hit his 700th home run.
"I think this and many other acts of kindness that people have done for us is what really has gotten me through. These are kids that I don't really know. So to me it shows that there's much more goodness in the world than there is anger and violence," Redman said.
Redman said she was grateful that the school had picked her foundation knowing that there are so many other choices and only a limited amount of money out there to donate.
"We've struggled with it," said Redman, referring to the foundation's board members. "Where do you focus your efforts? Because there's a whole lot of people who need help, and it can become really overwhelming."
Donations to the foundation will help support Tim's House, a transitional housing unit for 18- to 30-year-old men who have gone through San Mateo County's Bridges drug-treatment program.
Of everything the foundation does, Redman said, her son would have been most excited about the house. Tim would regularly bring home friends to hang with that he made during his time in the Bridges program.
"I can so clearly remember asking Tim, 'So why don't they live with their parents or at home?' And he probably rolled his eyes at the time and said, 'Well, mom, not everybody has a home to go to,' " Redman said.
Kelsey Berryhill, 17, an event organizer, said she hopes one day people won't have to deal with what Redman and her family had to deal with.
"I've seen a friend go through it, and I want to help more kids get sober," Kelsey said.
Tickets cost $15 to $25 and can be purchased by contacting June Lamm at 408.867.3411, ext. 203. Those who would like to donate to the silent auction can do so by calling Karen Hyde at 408.867.3411, ext. 208, or dropping the items off at the Saratoga High School, 20300 Herriman Ave.
A Beautiful Day at the TGMF Golf Tournament
Mon, 02/09/2009 - 13:14 — julie
Over 40 golfers and friends enjoyed a sunny day at the Los Lagos Golf Course in San Jose, and raised money for the foundation while having fun. Tournament organizor, Marty Redman, put on a first class event with proceeds going directly to the Redwood City Outdoor Education Fund. Jo-Ann Sokolov from the RWC Education Foundation was on hand to thank the golfers, and to relay how important the week-long outdoor program is to elementary school children.
With funds raised at this event, 12 children who can not afford to go to the camp, will receive a scholarship so they can attend. This program was a favorite part of Tim's education and he would want all kids to have the experience.
Check out our Photo Galleries for more pictures, including tournament winners.
First Annual Golf Tournament
Wed, 08/13/2008 - 17:58 — julie46 Players gathered at Los Lagos Golf Course in San Jose, CA for the first ever TGMF Golf Tournament! It was a beautiful day and everyone had a great time….some with better “results” than others….but all seemed to have fun!
After play ended we had a barbecue on the deck overlooking the golf course and Coyote Creek and 35 more friends of the Foundation (non-golfers) joined in for the barbecue.
We are pleased to announce the following team results...
1st Place Team – Team “Jag” - 13 under 55
2nd Place Team – Team “Redman” - 12 under 56
3rd Place Team – Team “Sonstegard” - 10 under 58
And some individual awards as well…
Winner of the Men's accuracy drive was Kyle Wilson
Winner of the Men's distance drive was Alex Hart
Winner of the Women's accuracy & distance drive was Jody
Closest to the Pin winners were Judy Hager and Ed Sonstegard
Close to $3,000.00 (net profit) was raised for outdood education and violence prevention in the Redwood City Schools through this effort. We are looking forward to planning next year’s tournament! Thanks to all who supported through sponsorships, donations, playing and eating! You are the best!
If you're interested in viewing pictures from the golf tournament, have a look at our event gallery at SmugMug.
Our Mission
The Tim Griffith Foundation helps to heal and strengthen Bay Area communities by providing support and services to those affected by addiction, violence and loss.
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