Cheers for Charity 2026:
Where Every Sip Sparks Change.
Together, we can raise a glass—and raise hope.
Where Every Sip Sparks Change.
Together, we can raise a glass—and raise hope.
Net proceeds will benefit Brain Biology & Behavioral Health Initiatives at
Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego.
Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego.
Join in the fun and support Cheers for Charity 2026 and
Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego.
Tickets available now!
Your ticket includes:
Unlimited sips and endless bites while experiencing The Vault—a visually striking space where vintage and exotic cars are displayed like works of art, creating an atmosphere as exciting to see as it is to enjoy.
Join us for silent, live, and online auctions, enjoy the wine wall, and participate in our opportunity basket drawing. There are so many fun surprises along the way—and plenty of chances to give back.
Raise a glass to generosity, community, and purpose. Together, we can turn celebration into change.
Your ticket includes:
Unlimited sips and endless bites while experiencing The Vault—a visually striking space where vintage and exotic cars are displayed like works of art, creating an atmosphere as exciting to see as it is to enjoy.
Join us for silent, live, and online auctions, enjoy the wine wall, and participate in our opportunity basket drawing. There are so many fun surprises along the way—and plenty of chances to give back.
Raise a glass to generosity, community, and purpose. Together, we can turn celebration into change.
Become a Sponsor Today
Cheers for Charity is more than an event—it’s a celebration with purpose. By becoming a sponsor, you align your brand with an unforgettable evening of connection, generosity, and community impact. Your support helps drive meaningful change while placing your business front and center with an engaged, philanthropic audience. From premium visibility to lasting goodwill, sponsorship offers a powerful way to give back, stand out, and make a difference—one meaningful moment at time.
Donate to Cheers for Charity 2026 Here
Donate now and be part of a celebration of generosity, connection, and community.
Donate now and be part of a celebration of generosity, connection, and community.
Bid. Win. Give Back.
Can’t make it to Cheers for Charity in person? You can still join the excitement! Our online auction features one-of-a-kind experiences, luxury items, and exclusive packages—each bid supporting meaningful causes.
Bid from anywhere, win something incredible, and help make a difference.
🗓️ Online Auction Dates:
3/9 at 9:00 AM – 3/23 at 9:00 PM
Click Here to Donate Items
Your generosity goes beyond attending—donating items helps make Cheers for Charity a truly unforgettable event. From unique experiences and luxury goods to gift baskets and collectibles, your contributions support our auctions and fundraising efforts, directly benefiting the causes we champion.
Every donation, big or small, creates excitement, inspires giving, and helps us make a lasting impact in the community. Join us in turning your items into meaningful change—and be part of something extraordinary.
Contribute Today
Share your items and help us raise both spirits and support for those who need it most.
Your generosity goes beyond attending—donating items helps make Cheers for Charity a truly unforgettable event. From unique experiences and luxury goods to gift baskets and collectibles, your contributions support our auctions and fundraising efforts, directly benefiting the causes we champion.
Every donation, big or small, creates excitement, inspires giving, and helps us make a lasting impact in the community. Join us in turning your items into meaningful change—and be part of something extraordinary.
Contribute Today
Share your items and help us raise both spirits and support for those who need it most.
Become a Volunteer
Be part of something meaningful—and memorable. Volunteering at Cheers for Charity is your chance to help create an unforgettable evening while supporting a cause that truly matters. From welcoming guests to assisting with event activities, our volunteers are the heart of the celebration.
Whether you’re giving a few hours or lending a helping hand behind the scenes, your time makes a real impact. You’ll meet incredible people, be part of a vibrant event, and help turn generosity into action.
Join us and help make Cheers for Charity a night to remember—because great causes need great people.
Be part of something meaningful—and memorable. Volunteering at Cheers for Charity is your chance to help create an unforgettable evening while supporting a cause that truly matters. From welcoming guests to assisting with event activities, our volunteers are the heart of the celebration.
Whether you’re giving a few hours or lending a helping hand behind the scenes, your time makes a real impact. You’ll meet incredible people, be part of a vibrant event, and help turn generosity into action.
Join us and help make Cheers for Charity a night to remember—because great causes need great people.
At Rady Children’s, We Believe There is No Health Without Mental Health
Rady Children’s understands the importance of mental health care as a crucial part of the health of the whole child. We offer a full range of services for emotional and behavioral well-being, from family and group therapy to acute care hospitalization.
Our behavioral health team works across all care settings, including the hospital, outpatient clinics, schools, and pediatric primary care offices. Our programs are designed for children, youth and families to address challenges related to depression and suicidality, mood, anxiety, traumatic stress, attention deficits, hyperactivity, eating disorders, and other mental health concerns. Expert and compassionate care is provided by highly skilled professionals, who are dedicated to improving the lives of patients and their families.
Services for Your Child
Rady Children’s understands the importance of mental health care as a crucial part of the health of the whole child. We offer a full range of services for emotional and behavioral well-being, from family and group therapy to acute care hospitalization.
Our behavioral health team works across all care settings, including the hospital, outpatient clinics, schools, and pediatric primary care offices. Our programs are designed for children, youth and families to address challenges related to depression and suicidality, mood, anxiety, traumatic stress, attention deficits, hyperactivity, eating disorders, and other mental health concerns. Expert and compassionate care is provided by highly skilled professionals, who are dedicated to improving the lives of patients and their families.
Services for Your Child
Our Team
Our team includes board-certified and board-licensed child and adolescent psychiatrists and pediatricians, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional clinical counselors, as well as psychiatric nurses, alcohol and drug counselors, child life specialists, recreational therapists and case managers.
These health professionals work closely with each patient’s primary physician and other health care and community professionals who may be important to each child’s well-being, including physician specialists, teachers, wraparound teams and other behavioral support specialists.
Our team includes board-certified and board-licensed child and adolescent psychiatrists and pediatricians, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional clinical counselors, as well as psychiatric nurses, alcohol and drug counselors, child life specialists, recreational therapists and case managers.
These health professionals work closely with each patient’s primary physician and other health care and community professionals who may be important to each child’s well-being, including physician specialists, teachers, wraparound teams and other behavioral support specialists.
A Toast of Thanks to Our
2026 Sponsors!
2026 Sponsors!
Platinum Sponsors
Lynne & Norm Lurie
Gold Sponsors
Catie Somers
Silver Sponsors
Jill Berg
Marsha & Ross Bouman
Floyd Humphreys
Bronze Sponsors
Anonymous
Teri Meeks & Hardy Gold
Susan & Michael Hartnett
Event signage made possible in part by the generous support of Sue and Steve Zapoticzny and produced by Copy2Copy
With Gratitude to Our Amazing Vendors
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Eateries
Cucina Basilico Mimi's Kitchen Sweet Petite Confections Muzita Abyssinian Bistro Tabu Sushi Sabor Mexican Grill Java Garden David's Roasting 
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Entertainment Providers
Greg Willmark Trio
Event programs provided by INKAPRINT
Our 2026 Master of Ceremonies - NBC 7's Audra Stafford
Audra is honored to be back again to emcee Cheers for Charity alongside her husband and fellow NBC 7 Reporter Joe Little.
Audra has been covering the news in San Diego County for more than two decades. She began her career behind the scenes, as a news writer and producer before becoming a reporter and fill-in anchor. She also worked as a correspondent for the syndicated lifestyle show California Life and for BroadwayWorld.com and is the host of Broadway San Diego’s annual Season Preview TV special.
Throughout her career, Audra has interviewed many of the entertainment industry’s finest actors, directors, producers, and musicians, including Tom Cruise, Robin Williams, Jerry Bruckheimer, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Idina Menzel and Frankie Valli, just to name a few.
Audra is the recipient of seven Emmy Awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Pacific Southwest Chapter. She also received two Student Emmys while at San Diego State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Television, Film and New Media Production. Audra is a member of SAG-AFTRA and a proud SDSU Aztec for Life.
Audra has been covering the news in San Diego County for more than two decades. She began her career behind the scenes, as a news writer and producer before becoming a reporter and fill-in anchor. She also worked as a correspondent for the syndicated lifestyle show California Life and for BroadwayWorld.com and is the host of Broadway San Diego’s annual Season Preview TV special.
Throughout her career, Audra has interviewed many of the entertainment industry’s finest actors, directors, producers, and musicians, including Tom Cruise, Robin Williams, Jerry Bruckheimer, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Idina Menzel and Frankie Valli, just to name a few.
Audra is the recipient of seven Emmy Awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Pacific Southwest Chapter. She also received two Student Emmys while at San Diego State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Television, Film and New Media Production. Audra is a member of SAG-AFTRA and a proud SDSU Aztec for Life.
Joe Little loves to tell stories. Some take viewers as far away as Pakistan. Some are contained inside a dumpster. Joe is a visual storyteller at NBC 7 in San Diego. Joe is one of the rare news reporters who shoots, writes, and edits his own stories everyday by himself. His mantra: "If your ship doesn't come in, swim out to it." It served him well as he moved across the country as a television news reporter and anchor in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and California.
Joe’s coverage of the 9/11 attacks is among his greatest accomplishments. He was four miles away from Shanksville, Pennsylvania when United Flight 93 crashed. Joe was one of the first reporters on the scene. His accounts are included in a book called Covering Catastrophe: Broadcast Journalists Report on 9/11.
Beyond telling a good story, Joe thrives at helping others perfect their craft. Joe has created his own curriculum to help broadcast journalists of all levels improve their storytelling, news gathering skills, and on-air performance. Joe’s knowledge has been included in textbooks, podcasts, and national conferences.
Joe received his master’s from Syracuse University in 1999. However, he credits George Mason University with building a strong foundation for his career. In 1998, he earned his BA in Speech Communication. While at Mason, Joe was a proud member of the Men's Basketball Team (Career Totals: 2 points, 3 rebounds). In 2010, the Mason Department of Communication and the College of Humanities & Social Sciences named him the Alumnus of the Year. He has garnered several national awards and 34 Emmys in his career. The father of two amazing sons is married to fellow NBC 7 reporter Audra Stafford.
Our Auctioneer- Christian Labertew
Christian Labertew began working as an auctioneer after the COVID pandemic had left many of the non-profits he grew up working with in financial turmoil. His early life was spent in Park City, Utah, where he worked to raise money and promote the Youth Theatre programs across Utah.
Christian graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Southern California with degrees in Theatre and Sport’s Media Studies. During his time at USC, he continued his work with nonprofits by serving as the philanthropy chair in multiple student groups on campus and working in the office of the president for events like convocation and commencement.
After attending one of the nation’s leading auction schools and shadowing Anna and Clint, Christian is thrilled to join the team!
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