Casino Night Raises a Record $160,000

Everyone was all smiles throughout the night as A Bridge for Kids hosted it's 3rd Annual Casino Night- Cirque de Paris at the Country Club in La Jolla.  This year's event showcased the organization's growth and development of new programs aimed at "leveling the playing field" for at-risk youth.  Students spoke throughout the gala about the benefits of A Bridge for Kids' tutoring, SAT/ACT Prep and College Tour programs.  In all, over $160,000 was raised for low income teenagers, a record for the organization.Barbara Drenth, Stephanie Pellette, Shelly Yurcek and Coleen CaspersenA Bridge for Kids Founder, Michael Nance with Co-Chair Margo Schwab and KimaRonald Moreno getting ready for his presentationAll proceeds from this year's fundraiser will be used to provide a “hand up” to many deserving teens in San Diego who are in need of financial assistance. All of what the organization provides is free of charge to low-income, high achieving teenagers  who want to do more with their lives but are lacking the financial resources to move ahead.Tanner Baasch and Kera Murphy are all smilesRachel Perlmutter, Dan Pickering, Deborah Wilson and Rob Hayes winning big!Brandon, Lizbeth, Laura, Sal and MikeA Bridge for Kids is always looking for more volunteers to help.  If you are interested please contact them at info@abridgeforkids.org.  If you would like to make a donation you can do so at abfk.org.Cover Photo: Taylor Miller, Susie Barbey, Margo Schwab, Maelisa Reed, Michael Nance and Dan Pickering.Thanks to San Diego Social Diary for the beautiful pictures.