An Evening of Glamour, Games, and Giving!
Step into a world of high stakes and high style at our Casino Royale Fundraising Gala! Dress to impress and try your luck at thrilling casino games like blackjack, roulette, and Pai Gow—all in support of the CUSD Mandarin Immersion Program.
Play to Win, Give to Make a Difference! For every $100 in chips you accumulate by the end of the night, you’ll receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes. The more you play, the better your odds!
What’s in the Cards for You?
Savor a Sumptuous Dinner
Enjoy a delicious, multi-course meal by Seafood Cove as you soak in the glitz and glamour of the evening.
Live Auction & Exciting Prizes
Bid on extraordinary experiences and items in our live auction, with proceeds going to our students' education and cultural enrichment.
Dancing & Entertainment
After testing your luck at the tables, enjoy live music from The Five Strings, a talented five-piece string orchestra comprised of students from the Mandarin Immersion Program. After dinner, dance the night away with high-energy DJ entertainment!
Join us for an unforgettable evening where fortune favors the bold—and the generous!
Saturday, March 22, 2025
5:30 PM
Crown Valley Community Center
29751 Crown Valley Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
The gala's fundraising and sponsorships will be the biggest sources of funding for the 2026 - 2027 school year, and will continue to fund the resources and experiences that your MIP scholars enjoy. Whether you're new to MIP or have relationships here that have lasted for years, this event is meant for you!
UPDATED! Child care for the event will be available from the Bergeson YMCA from 5:00 - 10:30 PM.
$50 for the first child and $30 for each additional sibling includes pizza, juice boxes and snacks.
Please email Ricardo Cintora (rcintora@ymcaoc.org) and/or Kamisha Johnson (kjohnson1@ymcaoc.org), or call (949) 643-0721 to RSVP before March 14.
Menu
Catered by the delicious Seafood Cove 2 in Westminster, CA. This year, we’re serving dinner family style, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where we can share delicious dishes, connect, and engage in meaningful conversations. This communal dining experience fosters togetherness and reflects the spirit of our mission—building a stronger, united community.
Interested in sponsoring this year's gala?
We are offering a variety of sponsorship levels to accommodate different budgets, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to support our mission in a meaningful way. No matter the level, your generosity will make a lasting impact!
Attire: Think "Bond, James Bond"
Dress to impress - think elegant and sophistocated. Let your hair down (or pull it into a neat chignon, you do you) and bring your A(ce) game! Click here for more inspiration.
Online Auction - Coming Soon!
Can't join the gala this year? You can still show your support by registering for the online auction! Click here to Register for Online Auction Bidding Only.