Kinship Center received a gift of $50,000 from the Gabilan Chapter Women’s Auxiliary on January 25 at the Chapter’s Annual Meeting in Hollister. Receiving the gift from Chapter members Jo Schlie (l) and Carol Feisthamel (r) on behalf of Kinship Center’s Board of Directors was Chair-Elect Sandy Haney (center). “This wonderful gift is a tribute to the amazing dedication and commitment of this group,” said Haney.

The gift represents proceeds from a variety of fundraising projects undertaken by Chapter members, including the signature  Wine & Food Tasting event that attracts attendance of up to 1200 each year. The sellout event, the oldest of its kind on the Central Coast, has grown to include participation by large numbers of regional wineries and restaurants. The 2010 event will be held on September 11, from 4:00 – 6:30 pm at the historic Paicines Ranch in San Benito County. For information please contact the event chairs at (831) 801-0229 / timbertextiles@razzolink.com; or (831) 801-7124 / guerras@razzolink.com

The Gabilan Chapter, which boasts several hundred members and associates, supports Kinship Center’s vital services to children and families in San Benito County. For information on the Chapter or its events, or to find out how to become a member, please call Chapter President Kay Filice at 831-637-3200 or email kayfilice@gmail.com