2021 BENEFIT FOR WILDLIFE
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Benefit for Wildlife.
See you next year!
TICKETS
$250 per individual
All proceeds from this event benefit the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network, including the construction of the Wildlife Hospital.
Must be 21+ to attend. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test within 72 hours of the event will be required to attend.
LOCATION
The Carousel House, located on the western end of Chase Palm Park, is the former home of a historic carousel for 20 years. It has now been made over into a gorgeous open event venue with a greenhouse-like feel. Backdropped by the glittering Pacific and a lush park, guests can expect to soak in the sunset while admiring the pelicans and gulls soaring off into the distance.
HEALTH & SAFETY
All attendees must provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of the event. Current county guidelines regarding masks will also be followed.
EVENT HOST
Curt Menefee
NFL Broadcaster & Television Host
What does SBWCN and the NFL have in common? Both are filled with chaos and “wild animals”!
Curt Menefee will serve as emcee and auctioneer for Wild Night Out. Curt is a veteran studio and game broadcaster who quarterbacks FOX NFL Sunday each week as a studio host as well as hosts A&E’s popular series America’s Top Dog and An Animal Saved My Life. A true animal lover, Curt is will bring passion, laughter, and joy to the event.
FOOD
Don’t expect a traditional plated dinner for this event! With a variety of exciting options, you’ll be snacking on deliciously different bites all night. Featuring: SB Paella Catering, Mony’s SB, Oysters XO, Zaytoon, Crushcakes, and more!
Vegan and vegetarian options will be available.
ENTERTAINMENT
Time to dust off your dancing shoes! Enjoy the sounds of live music from Hula Anyone while mingling with fellow wildlife lovers. And what’s a beach party without some fun and games? Look out for exciting entertainment all night long.
LIVE AUCTION
This year’s live auction will feature some exciting items – including animal releases, exclusive packages, and more!
Featured Items:
2-night stay in Avalon Home on Catalina Island for 6
SBWCN Wild Animal Releases
South African Photo Safari for 2 at the Zulu Nyala Lodge
Summerland Beach House Package featuring Summerland Beach Rides, Summerland Wine Tasting, and Field & Fort
6-person private ceramics lesson and catered dinner with Clay Studio
and more!
Become an official sponsor of this event to take your support to the next level! With a variety of options, you can pick the sponsorship level that's perfect for you or your business. The best part – event sponsors can expect some great perks, including reserved seats, special gift bags with SBWCN swag, an exclusive sponsor party, and more!
For questions about sponsorships, please email contact@sbwcn.org.
2021 SPONSORS
This event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors! SBWCN is grateful for all the individuals and businesses who are dedicated to our region’s wildlife.
Connie & John Pearcy
Coeta & Donald Barker Foundation
Sarah & Will Borgers
Nancy & Thomas Crawford
Peter Doctors & Kimberly Garden
La Lieff Vineyards
Sally Bromfield
Joyce & Roland Bryan
Lee Heller
Karen & John Jostes
Richard & Darcy Kopcho
Mary Smith
Cat & Wolfie Wiggins
Lynn Cunningham Brown & Christopher C. Brown
Connie & Nigel Buxton
Dan & Robin Cerf
Brian Fahnestock & Julie Hendricks
Bobbie & John Kinnear
Marilyn Makepeace & Anne Maczulak
Jennifer & Victor Plana
Shaklee Distributors
Beno & Kandy Budgor
Lisa Foley
Los Padres ForestWatch
Jeffrey McFarland
Lynn Sarko
Louise Stewart
Firth & PJ Wilkinson
BUILDING FOR NOW AND THE FUTURE
In January of 2021, Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network officially broke ground on its 5,400 square foot, state-of-the-art Wildlife Hospital. Not only will this hospital be the first of its kind in the Santa Barbara and Ventura areas, but it will also provide critical upgrades to current facilities and resources.
As a nonprofit organization, the Benefit for Wildlife is one of the most important events of the year for funding SBWCN’s work. By supporting this event, you can help us reach our final goal and fully fund the construction of the Wildlife Hospital.