Chair: Terry Hardgrave (Warmington Homes)
Staff: Denise Kennedy, Philly Pemberton

The mission of the Philanthropy Committee is to review BIA/OC philanthropic activities and allocate resources to best promote the awareness, growth and support of the building industry. Created as part of the three-year strategic plan for BIA/OC, the Philanthropy committee will build, strengthen and maintain the partnership between BIA/OC and Building Industry Technology Academy (BITA) as well as review charitable activities in order to support, improve and enhance our communities.

The Philanthropy Committee also puts on the Annual Wine and Food Event to benefit the Building Industry Technology Academy (BITA) in October.

Save the date:

July 20, 2008
Isaiah House Summer Party

Please join the Philanthropy Committee of the BIA/OC as it prepares a summer BBQ for Orange County’s homeless individuals and families at Isaiah House, the Catholic Worker House in Santa Ana. HomeAid/OC recently completed a remodel of this shelter, complete with a brand new professional kitchen, landscaped front entrance and sheltered backyard gathering space. The food is being donated by Bad to the Bone BBQ of San Juan Capistrano. Volunteer opportunities are available by contacting BIA/OC Philanthropy Committee at 949.224.0321.

October 2, 2008
Wine Country Safari

This annual wine and food spectacular returns to Rancho Las Lomas Zoological Gardens & Villa in Trabuco Canyon. With proceeds going to benefit the Building Industry Technology Academy (BITA) this event draws a huge crowd with its amazing lineup of wines and small plates and delectable desserts. Bookmark the date now and contact BIA/OC Philanthropy Committee at 949.224.0321 to participate as a sponsor.
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