$393,000 raised at Le Grand Picnic!

We built it, and they came!
The support and unity shown at Sunday’s fundraiser was truly amazing. We want to thank everyone who attended, raised their foam fingers, and helped us make our Field of Dreams a reality. The funds we raise at Le Grand Picnic help the hospital make important improvements and purchase equipment that wouldn’t be possible with patient revenue alone.

We owe a big thank you to several individuals who played key roles in making this event a success. Special thanks to Robbin Nordsten, our exceptional Mistress of Ceremonies, and her husband, Jay, for their dedication to this event over the past six months. They’ve helped us transform the event into something extraordinary.

Thank you to Rory Balmer, who shared his experience at the hospital with his partner, Ken McKay. Sadly, we lost Ken on December 25 last year. Rory credits the exceptional, lifesaving care they received at MCH with giving him an extra year with Ken.

We also want to acknowledge and appreciate the immense contribution of our talented auctioneer, Suzanne Krainock, who helped us exceed our fundraising goals. Last but not least, a huge shoutout to DJ Clay for providing us with the best sound we’ve ever had.

MORE THANK YOUS!
  • All of our food vendors: Wicked Sausage, Lake Arrowhead Country Club, UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge, Lakefront Taproom, Lake Arrowhead Resort & Spa, UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge, Lake Arrowhead Brewing Company, Papagayos.
  • All of the MCH staff, Le Grand Picnic Committee members, and Auxiliary volunteers who helped us before, during and after the event.
  • The MCH Dietary Department for making the delicious baseball cookies for our parting gift.
  • Neale and Patricia Perkins for once again donating the gold bar for our raffle.
  • Crestline Highlanders Vintage Baseball Team for adding a special touch to the night.
  • Citizens on Patrol for making parking a breeze.
  • Coach Vic Puglisi and all of the Rim High School softball team and coaches who helped the event run so smoothly. Go Scots!
Thank you to all the individuals and businesses that donated items to our auction!
Lake Arrowhead Country Club
Barbara Rogers and Gary Geske
Monte De Oro Winery
Joe Arredondo & Bob Stuhr
Dr. Walter Dishell
Cadillac Cowboy
Lake Arrowhead Resort & Spa
Peter & Jeannie Venturini
Arrowhead Pilates
Mandarin Gardens
Pine Rose Cabins
Blue Jay Jazz Foundation
Big Bear Mountain Resort
Cathy & Steve Kay
Lake Arrowhead Classical Ballet Company
The Malt Shop
The Huntington Library
The Studio Boutique
Top Knot Salon
The Lake House
Wildflowers at the Lake
May Termite & Pest Control
Pepper Palace
MCH EVS Department
Arrow Steam Clean
Cheryl & Barry Robinson
On Spot Pet Styling
Midge Reisman
Steve Reisman
Lori Allison
Lisa & Barry Daily
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Susan “Sparky” Sparks
Justin & Holly Frank
Dave & Chris Bloye
Spencer Tien, Condor Outdoor
Loyola Marymount University
Linda and Howard Miller
Craig Aaron Designs
The Grill at Antlers Inn
Stone Creek Bistro
LOA Studios
Peter & Jeannie Venturini
MCH Community Development Department
MCH Surgery Department
Luna’s Pet Spaw
Lake Arrowhead Oktoberfest
Toneya Schroder
Candy & Tom Spiel
Cedar Glen Fine Foods
Josh Jones
Grace Van Bodhi
Trader Joe’s Redlands
Big Bear Jeep Experience
Grocery Outlet Blue Jay
Pat Davis
Jack & Roberta Herson
Dennis & Alyene Popka
SkyPark at Santa’s Village
MCH Med/Surg Department
John Preston
Kinslow Construction
Lynne Wilson
Dave’s Viking Auto
Corina I. Colan
Rim of the World Recreation and Park District
Dave & Chris Bloye
Alterian, Inc.
Pegasus Hobbies Upland