St. Vincent's 24th Annual Charity Golf Classic Raises $170,000

Celebrates Two Winning Teams at Montecito Club

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Oct. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Vincent's Santa Barbara raised $170,000 at its 24th Annual Charity Golf Classic, held last week at the picturesque Montecito Club, where 21 teams teed off in support of vulnerable families in the community. The event culminated in two teams taking top honors in a spirited day of competition and camaraderie.

• Taking Men's First Place Gross with a score of 53: Bhavik Patel, Mike Valpredo, Colby Lewis, and Chad Brock.
• Claiming First Place Mixed Net with a score of 57: Wendy Laub, Sandy Boneck, Linda Tennyson, Nancy Beaver.

The tournament, presented by The Sarah Lee Pascoe Foundation, brought together twenty-one teams for a day of competition and philanthropy benefiting St. Vincent's Family Strengthening Program, which provides housing, early childhood education, and support services to at-risk mothers and their children.

"We are truly honored by the incredible turnout and the overwhelming support from our community," said Rosa Paredes, CEO of St. Vincent's. "With more golfing teams and sponsors than ever before, this year's Classic raised an exceptional $170,000 to support at-risk mothers and their children. We are deeply grateful to The Sarah Lee Pascoe Foundation, as well as our dedicated Event Co-Chairs, Bill Cordero, Sr. and Drew Wakefield, whose leadership and passion were instrumental to this success. Their efforts—and the generosity of every participant and sponsor—not only provide critical funding but also shine a light on the transformative work happening every day at St. Vincent's. Events like this remind us that our community stands beside these families as they build safe, stable, and hopeful futures."

"I was in a relationship that I knew could end in losing my life. The Family Strengthening Program gave me the courage to leave," said Maria, a former client of St. Vincent's Family Strengthening Program. "I'll never forget my son saying, 'Mommy, we are safe now.' St. Vincent's provided childcare so I could continue school, helped me get my driver's license and my first car, and connected me with legal support for child custody and protection. My son completed trauma treatment. I gained independence. Now I'm working toward becoming a Criminal Defense attorney and the best soccer and Jiu-Jitsu mom I can be."

Event Highlights

The tournament featured 18 holes on Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, a brunch reception, silent auction, and dinner awards ceremony. Event Co-Chairs Bill Cordero, Sr. and Drew Wakefield guided participants through the day's festivities.

The Sarah Lee Pascoe Foundation, the event's Presentation Sponsor, has been a steadfast supporter of St. Vincent's Family Strengthening Program for many years.

Birdie Sponsors

A record number of Birdie Sponsors – 19 in all -- supported this year's Classic: Ann Jackson Family Foundation, Bako Sweet, Brophy & Sons INC., Community West Bank, Cordero Painting Company, Cordero Real Estate, Cox Communications, David and Louise Borgatello, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Lash Construction, Lumi Funding Group, Matilija Pure Water Systems, Montesano Group Inc, Paul Cashman State Farm Insurance, Sattler Trust, Taylor Farms, The NewtMont Foundation, Vantage Point Media, and Wakefield 805.

Prizes and Silent Auction

Winning teams received prize packages featuring signature wines from Vincent Vineyards and gift cards from local restaurants. The event's silent auction, featuring items valued at $17,000, drew enthusiastic bidding. St. Vincent's thanks Vincent Vineyards, the event's signature wine sponsor, and all local businesses who contributed to making the celebration a success.

About St. Vincent's

Founded in 1858, St. Vincent's is the oldest continuously operating social service agency in Santa Barbara County. Sponsored and operated by the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, the organization serves nearly 600 residents and clients daily through programs addressing homelessness, childcare, and basic needs with an emphasis on education, counseling, and family strengthening.

For more information about St. Vincent's programs and volunteer opportunities, or to make a donation, please visit https://www.stvincents-sb.org/ or call 805-683-6381.

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SOURCE St. Vincent's Santa Barbara