This marks a new chapter for us, one filled with enthusiasm and opportunity. We pride ourselves on how we engage our community and invite you to campus to experience firsthand the mission and the people who make Girls Inc. of Carpinteria a beacon of success. Our achievements are a direct reflection of the unwavering support we receive from our Carpinteria community, year after year.

As we embrace this new direction, we also wish to honor the legacy of our previous annual event, An Evening in Bloom, which has been a cornerstone of our organization for the past decade. We will miss gathering with you this September, but we are deeply grateful for the memories and milestones shared over the years.

Launched in 2013, An Evening in Bloom began as a collaboration between Girls Inc. and the local agricultural community, hosted at Westerlay Orchids greenhouse. It quickly became a cherished tradition, celebrating our mission in a unique and meaningful way. To every volunteer, attendee, sponsor, and donor who contributed to the success of Bloom over the years, we extend our heartfelt thanks.

As a forward-thinking organization, we continually set new priorities and make intentional changes to ensure our events remain impactful and meaningful. Our goal is to keep our community engaged and invested in the Girls Inc. story, while deepening our impact on those we serve.

With over 50 years of history behind us, we are committed to inspiring a new generation of leaders for the next 50 years and beyond. We see our local graduates stepping into leadership roles, and at Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, we know that when you invest in her today, you empower a leader tomorrow.

With your calendar now marked for our Girls Inc. Gala on February 22, 2025, we encourage you to stay tuned for opportunities to get involved as we prepare for this exciting event. This year, we will showcase our story and build new partnerships and traditions that will carry us forward, creating new memories in 2025.