Susan Golding, CEO and president of Promises2Kids, has announced that three-time Grammy award-wining artists The Doobie Brothers will headline the organization’s annual outdoor Promises Summer Concert Gala, scheduled to take place June 20 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the La Jolla estate of Joan Waitt. Known for their “soul-infused boogie rock” songs hits like “China Grove” and “Black Water,” The Doobie Brothers have sold more than 30 million albums in the United States since the 1970s. All proceeds from the event benefit Promises2Kids, a San Diego-based nonprofit dedicated to breaking the cycle of child abuse through prevention, education and advocacy. Guests will be able to get up close and personal with The Doobie Brothers while enjoying breathtaking ocean views and an elegant sit-down dinner prepared by chefs from the Hyatt Regency La Jolla. Guests can bid on a number silent and live auction packages, including a dinner for 12 to Brian Malarkey’s new Gaslamp-area Asian-inspired restaurant, Burlap, two tickets to the upcoming Grand Slam tennis tournaments (the Australian Open, the Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open), two VIP-level orchestra tickets (which includes round-trip limo service to the American Music Awards on Nov. 20), and a four-night stay in a one-bedroom beach cottage at GoldenEye Hotel & Resort in St. Mary, Jamaica. “We look forward to an unforgettable evening and raising money to help abused, neglected and abandoned children,” said event co-chair Rocio Flynn in a recent statement. “Last year’s event with Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo raised nearly $375,000 toward breaking the cycle of child abuse.” Golding said this will be the organization’s biggest fundraiser of the year. “Through the community’s support,” she said, “we are able to continue our efforts to prevent child abuse and provide support for abused and neglected children.” Tickets can be purchased online at www.promises2kids.org for $350 each for general admission, $500 for the VIP reception and $3,500 for a bronze sponsorship. More information about the event and sponsorship opportunities is available by calling Promises2Kids at (858) 427-1112.
