RING IN HOPE
THE SALVATION ARMY SAN FRANCISCO 23RD ANNUAL HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
PLEASE JOIN US!
Ring in the holiday season with us at our 23rd Annual Holiday Luncheon.
This year, we come together to celebrate and support the children and families served by the Ray & Joan Kroc Center in the heart of the Tenderloin.
Friday, November 13, 2026
Julia Morgan Ballroom
465 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94104
11:30am Reception
12:30pm Lunch
Can’t Attend?
Consider donating instead.
To donate via stock or DAF,
visit salarmy.us/StockDAF
If you would like to mail a check, please do so to:
The Salvation Army, ATTN: Holiday Luncheon
832 Folsom Street, San Francisco, California 94107
For questions about sponsorship, registration or RSVP’s, please contact:
Christine Preziosi — rsvp@preziosieventproductions.com
HOPE IN ACTION
The Ray & Joan Kroc Center
A place for kids to learn, grow and belong.
In the heart of the Tenderloin, the Kroc Center is a place where children and families can find opportunity, community and support.
From after-school academic help and summer camp to the Teen Center, sports, arts, healthy meals and family resources, the Kroc Center surrounds young people with the experiences and relationships that help them thrive. This year-round continuum supports young people as they become confident, connected adults.
638
youth and teens in Kroc Center programs
13,242
days of After School & Summer Camp care
19,267
meals & snacks served to children
82%
report their child’s reading level improved
92%
say their child is more academically prepared
“ I’ve been coming to the Kroc Center since 2009 and it has given me countless opportunities and experiences. As thanks, I wanted to return to the Kroc Center and give back to it. ”
Tonkhla Dankul
UC San Diego, Class 2026
Incoming Ph.D. student in biology, Caltech
HONORING
Supervisor Bilal Mahmood
District 5 Supervisor
Bilal Mahmood is a visionary leader and public servant dedicated to building a safer, more vibrant, and inclusive San Francisco. As the historic first South Asian and Muslim-American elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, Bilal brings a unique blend of data-driven pragmatism and deep compassion to his role representing District 5. His distinguished career spans serving as a policy analyst in the Obama administration, founding successful technology ventures, and driving impactful philanthropic initiatives. On the Board, Bilal is a tireless champion for neighborhoods like the Tenderloin and the Western Addition, focusing his efforts on expanding housing, supporting local small businesses, and implementing collaborative, community-focused solutions to public safety and the opioid crisis.
HOST COMMITTEE
Olivia Stobo
President, Bay Area Bright Futures Foundation
Kate Robinson
CEO, Tenderloin Community Benefit District
Carrie Barnes
The Salvation Army Advisory Board Member, San Francisco Metro
Fifi Holbrook
The Salvation Army Advisory Board Member, San Francisco Metro
Kelsie Costa-Olson
Event Chairwoman
Adam Nathan
San Francisco Metro Advisory Board Chair
June Sargent
San Francisco Metro Advisory Board Vice Chair
SPONSORS
Red Shield - $100k+
Michele and John McNellis
The Obendorf Family Foundation
Kettle - $50k+
Trumpet - $25k+
Charles B. and Ann Johnson in memory of their son Charles E. “Chuck” Johnson
Drum - $15k+
Jeannie and Sandro San Giacomo
Tambourine - $10k+
Bay Area Bright Futures Foundation
Diane B. Wilsey
Bell - $5k+
Carrie Barnes
Janine Scancarelli and Christopher McMahon
Paul Aherne
Sherial Heller
Shivshakti Foundation
Stephanie "Fifi" Holbrook
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Festive Business Attire
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Parking is available in neighboring garages. We recommend taxi or ride-share if possible.
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To purchase tickets, visit this link. For any questions, please contact Daniela Villanueva at Daniela.Villanueva@usw.salvationarmy.org or (415) 553-3591
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For more information on Sponsorship Benefits, Click Here.
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The luncheon will be held at the Julia Morgan Ballroom on the 15th floor of the Merchants Exchange Building at 465 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94104.
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For any questions, please contact Daniela Villanueva at Daniela.Villanueva@usw.salvationarmy.org or (415) 553-3591