PRESENTING SPONSOR 

INNOVATOR

AMBASSADOR

Shah Family

FRIEND

Anonymous

Erin & Jack Boyl

Jen & Pete Buchheim

Joanne Corday Kozberg

Kari & Darin Moore

Sandy & Lynn Stone

Stowell Family

ASSOCIATE

Anonymous

McHenry Family

Anya Popov &
Josh Mermelstein

UNDERWRITER

SWAG

IN KIND DONORS

Blue Sky

Malinda Bryant

Original Sprout

Rapha Acupuncture

Senegence

Swiss Watch Gallery & Fine Jewelers

What is media today, how do we steward it meaningfully, and promote the creative economy for our children?

The annual Start Smart Luncheon brings together corporate and community leaders, education experts, and donors – who understand that healthy child development, early intervention, and play are critical for school readiness and a thriving workforce and community.  

Pretend City’s Start Smart FUNdraising Luncheon helps to ensure every young child is ready for school success by providing immersive learning experiences that help develop essential foundational learning skills.   

Friday, April 26, 2024
11:00 am to 1:30 pm
Newport Beach Country Club

You can see pictures of the 2023 Luncheon here.

SPONSORSHIPS SOLD OUT / UNDERWRITING AVAILABLE 

Reception             $2500
Stage & AV      $1000
Décor               $500 
Swag                $500 
Flowers           $500 
Photography   $250     
Valet                         $250 

Thank you for your interest in attending the Start Smart Luncheon. This popular event is sold out.  But please reach out to Ude to be placed on the waitlist ude.ohuche@pretendcity.org or call 949-428-3900 ext. 221. Thank you!