Irvine Public Schools Foundation honors Irvine district alumni
Irvine Public Schools Foundation (IPSF) hosted its 12th annual Spirit of Excellence Gala at Karma Automotive in Irvine toward the end of the recent school year.
With more than 250 guests in attendance, including a mix of civic, business and community leaders, the event raised more than $830,000. Money raised will help fund critical programs and classroom support for Irvine Unified School District (IUSD).
The evening also celebrated the accomplishments of current IUSD students and alumni whose education in Irvine has set the stage for their success. Three honorees received the Spirit of Excellence award in their respective fields, in recognition of their achievements.
The honorees included:
Spirit of Excellence in Service — Christian Munden, who served eight years in U.S. Naval Special Operations and was among a select few Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned to provide direct support to Navy SEAL teams in Afghanistan and Bahrain. (Irvine High School, Class of 2000)
Spirit of Excellence in Philanthropy — FUTEK, an industry leader in sensor technology and high-performance robotics, has set an example of what it means to be a leader in both business and philanthropy.
Spirit of Excellence Rising Star — Local muralist Derrik Diza, who finds a unique way to combine his passions for art, entrepreneurship and giving back. Diza empowers the artists he represents to create long-lasting impact in their communities. (Woodbridge High School, Class of 2012)
– Submitted by Irvine Public Schools Foundation
Art & Creativity for Healing raises $88K, recognizes local residents
Art & Creativity for Healing had its annual Palette of Colors fundraiser in recent months with 210 guests at the site of Rancho Santa Margarita’s Bell Tower.
This year’s theme, “A Canvas of Hope,” grossed $88,000, with 100% of proceeds supporting the organization’s emotional healing programs through…
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