Murrieta Rod Run Raises $53,000 for Secret Garden |
They came. They cruised. They raised more than $53,000 for Oak Grove Center with a sold out show!
The 9th Annual Murrieta Rod Run is in the books. Held October 8th and 9th in Historic Downtown Murrieta, the Rod Run hosted more than 500 classic cars with thousands of spectators enjoying great vendors, food, and music.
Hosted by The Drifters of Southern California, each year funds raised support a special project needed for the kids. Past events have helped Oak Grove build a baseball field, launch Culinary Creations in Old Town Temecula, and fund educational STEAM programs. This year funds raised will help build a Secret Garden on the Murrieta campus as well as continued support for the Culinary Vocational Programs and STEAM activities. The Garden, envisioned in part by the Residential Youth, will include an area for social gatherings as well as a therapeutic, serene section for yoga, quiet meditation, visiting and outdoor therapy.
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The Drifters' Chair, Co-Chair and Event Staff with Oak Grove youth for check presentation. |
Left to Right: Head Judge Rick Brown, Murrieta City Mayor Scott Vinton, Murrieta Chief of Police Tony Conrad, Murrieta Deputy Fire Chief Mike Lopez, and Murrieta Rod Run Producer Craig Shelley. |
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Enjoy Chef Open Dishes ALL YEAR LONG
Did you miss the Chef Open this year? Have no fear! You can enjoy the culinary expertise of current and past winners through a new program, Wine & Dine for A Cause benefiting Oak Grove Center.
Presented by Frontwave Credit Union, you can stop by the featured restaurant the last week of each month and proceeds will benefit Oak Grove!
This month you can enjoy pizza, pasta, salad and more at The Mill Restaurant in beautiful Historic Downtown Murrieta. Order whatever you like and as much as you want because Oak Grove Center will receive 25% off your ticket to help the Culinary Vocational Training program. Eat your hearts out!
Stay tuned! December's Wine & Dine is with Fazeli Cellars.
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Thank you to October's Wine & Dine for A Cause host, Chef Dylan Soro and his Team with Soro's Mediterranean Grill.
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Just in time for the Holidays! November's featured Cookie of the Month is the Pumpkin Maple Cream Cheese cookie. This soft pumpkin-flavored cookie is complete with hints of nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger topped with the perfect amount of sweet cream cheese frosting. It has all your favorite fall flavors and created by a Students!
VIP Cookie of the Month Club Member receive a Baker's Dozen of these sweet treats and other culinary perks including unlimited House coffee, tea or Specialty Coffee with each visit. To join, visit our website below.
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Fall Festival Friends & Fun |
From costumes to Pie Eating Contests, Oak Grove's Fall Festival is always a special treat. The Residential Youth enjoyed a fun Halloween-themed dinner thanks to Chef Mike, games, photos, friends and more. |
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Trunk or Treat? Why not both! The Annual Oak Grove Trunk-or-Treat for the Residential Program is always a highlight. Youth enjoy the opportunity to dress up and get tons of candy, thanks to a supportive community!
Thank you Ambassador Monique Payan for the decorations and games, Ambassador Cori Carey, Volunteer Connie Lynch, and Board Member Randy Powell for the candy.
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Schools throughout the nation participate in Red Ribbon Week the last week in October. The theme this year was "Drug Free Looks Like Me" and Oak Grove held a variety of activities. including the Classroom Door Contest that has become a favorite for both Jack Weaver and the Ranch Campus. Although the doors are complete, the judging will begin next week with winners announced soon. |
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New Oak Grove Program Featured on NBC |
Earlier this year, Oak Grove merged with a nonprofit in Palm Springs providing safe housing, resources, and support for LGBTQ+ foster youth transitioning into independent adulthood. The program Oak Grove Sanctuary Palm Springs was recently highlighted on NBC Cares Silver Linings. Click the video below to learn more about the program and how Oak Grove is helping these youth.
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Meet the Mighty Oaks Cross County Team! They are amazingly determined and hard working youth who have been representing their school, Oak Grove's Jack Weaver School, at weekly Freedom League meets for non-public schools. Wish them luck as they will be participating in the League Finals early November. |
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PARTNERS FOR IMPACT SPOTLIGHT |
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Click to listen why Oak Grove Ambassador, Mighty Oaks Founder Member, and Drive Real Estate Cori Carey supports Oak Grove Center. |
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The Mighty Oaks are monthly Givers whose regular contributions support the special needs of Oak Grove's youth. They are the water and the sunshine for all our little acorns whose constant support helps them grow into Mighty Oaks.
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Oak Grove is honored to have two new Ambassadors. Jackie Steed who is well known for her role in the community working closely with the City of Temecula on the REDI Commission and as an active Habitat for Humanity Board member. Jyothi Prem is also joining the Ambassadors and is known for her work with the Old Town Temecula Rotary Club. We are so honored to have their support |
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Oak Grove Center has amazing staff that empower our youth and help transform lives every single day. We appreciate our Essential Workers. They are our Heroes!
October's Meeting the Moment HEROES:
Ryan Valle, Dorm C
Steven Aripez, Dorm C
Cynthia Orozco, Dorm B
Jackie Utterberg, Transportation
Jazlynn Beam, Dorm B
Juan Monge, Dorm B
Tyler Newsome, Dorm C
Elgin Smith, Day Program
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WINE & DINE FOR A CAUSE
The Mill Restaurant
November. 23-26
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Whether you are taking a client out to lunch or having a date night with your significant other, consider dining at The Mill in Murrieta. Mention "Oak Grove Center" and the organization will receive 25% of your check to help the kids.
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ADOPT-A-WISH
December 2021
Calling all Santa's Helpers! Oak Grove needs your help. Consider adopting a wish of one of Oak Grove's youth without a family. The Holidays can be a difficult time for children living at Oak Grove. You can help create wonderful memories by adopting a wish or making a donation to help make sure every child has gifts.
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You shop there, so make it count! Select Oak Grove Institute Foundation through your AmazonSmile Program and every qualifying purchase will help get much-needed items for the youth and help our families in financial need.
Click below to register!
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Visit Culinary Creations in Old Town Temecula for a cup of coffee, a cookie or both! Every purchase supports the vocational program training youth for employment and introducing them to new careers.
Store Hours:
Mon/Tues: Closed
Wed/Thurs: 11 am - 6 pm
Fri/Sat: 11 am - 10 pm
Sun: 11 am - 6 pm
New Website:
For catering inquiries:
(951)-319-0627 Phone
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