Official Notice: Poker Run Event Postponement

Dear Wonderful Supporters,

It is with great regret that we must inform you that our much-anticipated Poker Run fundraiser, originally scheduled for June 22, 2025, has been postponed. This decision was made following official directives from local law enforcement, mayors, and city officials, who have advised heightened security measures in the coming weeks due to anticipated civil unrest related to the upcoming "No Kings" rallies on June 14.

As this is our first time organizing a fundraising event, we were incredibly excited to bring this unique experience to our community. However, given the unpredictable nature of the situation and the fact that many of our designated Poker Run stops are in areas where heightened activity is expected, we have made the difficult decision to postpone. Your safety and well-being remain our top priority, and while canceling is heartbreaking, we believe it is the most responsible choice.

We are working diligently to reschedule the event for early fall and will provide updates as soon as new dates are confirmed.

For those who have already purchased tickets, we deeply appreciate your support and want to offer you the following options:

Convert your ticket purchase into a donation that directly funds PS I Love You Foundation’s social and emotional well-being programs for the 2025-26 school year.
Hold your ticket for the rescheduled event.
Receive a refund ticket cost.

To communicate your decision, please email me directly at patricia@psiloveyoufoundation.org with your name, email, and choice, OR text me separately with the same details.

If you have any questions, feel free to call or text me at 310-420-4717 I am happy to assist in any way possible.

Your generosity, understanding, and unwavering support mean the world to us. Thank you for standing by our mission—we look forward to hosting a fantastic event for you in the fall.

Warmly,
Patricia and The PS I Love You Team
PS I Love You Foundation

♠️♥️ WHAT IS A POKER RUN? ♦️♣️

JOIN US ON JUNE 22, 2025

A Poker Run is a high-energy, interactive fundraising event where participants cruise in their coolest cars to 5 checkpoints, collecting one playing card at each stop. It’s part car rally, part game of chance, and all for a great cause—raising funds for P.S. I Love You Foundation’s programs supporting social-emotional and mental well-being for youth K-12.

The goal? DRAW the best 5-card poker hand and by the end of the route—play it at the final showdown with our POKER DEALER the infamous ED KAMINSKY to win epic prizes!

▶️ VIDEO Watch: Buckle Up! Gardena Mayor Tasha Cerda Breaks it Down

When: June 22, 2025
Participants: 100 cars / 10-car heats (All drivers need a valid license, registration, and printed waiver below.)
Route: 5 stops in LA with the final poker showdown ending at a final location to be given at check in.
Player Tickets: $100 per car (Proceeds benefit PS I Love You Foundation.) Please note our new ticket system asks for a "TIP" at check out; this is options and goes to Givebutter not PS I Love You.
Guest Tickets: $45 per guest (You can bring guests in your car or they can meet you at the final destination, but everyone needs a ticket to get into the final showdown destination.)

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: LAX Auto Repair, Chemical Guys, Gardena Elks Club

Poker Dealer Ed Kaminsky & support from City of Gardena & Mayor Tasha Cerda

🕒 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (times may adjust slightly)

Time	Activity
7:00–7:30 AM	Check-in + coffee at Krispy Kreme, Gardena at 1199 Artesia Blvd, Gardena CA 90248
7:30–8:00 AM	Kickoff Welcome + Mandatory Safety & Directions Briefing+Cars Arranged in Heat by Speed
8:00–11:00 AM	Heats Begin (10-car intervals) — visit 5 locations, draw one poker card per location
11:00–1:00 PM	Final Showdown Destination is a Community Celebration— Poker Hands are approved by our Poker Dealer and those hands are Played then the Winners are Announced

🔒HOW IT WORKS

CHECKPOINTS:
5 stops, 1 card drawn at each stop. Get all 5 and head to the final showdown location!

GAME FORMAT:
Five Card Draw — easy, classic, and fun.

HOW TO WIN:
Show up with the strongest poker hand at the end and play at hte showdown for the win! Ed Kaminsky will be our POKER DEALER!

🎁 WINNERS & PRIZES

Big Hands = Big Rewards! Winners receive:

1st Place: PORSCHE Experience + Oil Change + Bucket of Car Care Products
2nd Place: PORSCHE Experience + Oil CHange
3rd Place: G-Shock Watch + Oil Change
4th Place: Bucket of Car Care Products + Oil Change

Gift Cards | Gadgets | Custom Trophy & Bragging Rights
All prizes are generously donated by our amazing sponsors.

🚗 TRANSPORTATION

We’re keeping it street-legal and stylish. All registered cars and licensed drivers welcome - exotic, tricked out, classic, hooptie, or your favorite family truckster - be in it with us for the fun! (No boats, planes, or motorcycles this time.)

🤝 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Help us fuel the mission + reach hundreds of passionate drivers and fans!
Get your brand (or your FACE!) featured on one of our highest-value cards:

Be the FACE on the ACE – $1,000
Be the RING of the KING – $550
Be SEEN as the QUEEN – $450
Be on TRACK as the JACK – $350
Be the ZEN of TEN – $250

Other sponsorships (gift cards, gear, cash) are also welcome and go directly toward prizes + PSILYF programs.

💵 FUNDRAISING GOAL

Funds raised: Estimated $10K
Operational costs covered by sponsors = more impact for kids!

⚖️ LIABILITY & SAFETY

All drivers must:

Print or show your TICKET QR CODE that comes to you via email after you buy a ticket
Show valid auto insurance and bring PRINTED WAIVER TO SIGN (see below)
Print, sign and submit a hard copy of this LIABILITY WAIVER at check in to participate: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGm0q2Bego/iGMTmS5a4VBSqJe_k7p8cA/view?utm_content=DAGm0q2Bego&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h0a502fec30
Attend a mandatory safety briefing (7:30 AM day of the event)
Drive responsibly and follow all traffic laws

🔒 A legal review will ensure full compliance. By participating, drivers agree to all terms of the waiver.

*** POSTPONED DUE TO ICE *** 1st Annual Poker Run hosted by LAX Auto Repair to benefit The PS I Love You Foundation

Because Every Kid Deserves a Winning Hand

* POSTPONED DUE TO ICE * 1st Annual Poker Run hosted by LAX Auto Repair to benefit The PS I Love You Foundation