Heart to Heart Gala 2026 - Rancho Fiesta

An evening celebrating community, generosity, and service

You and your guests are invited to join the Volunteer Center family of donors, sponsors, and volunteers for our Heart to Heart Gala 2026: Rancho Fiesta—a vibrant evening rooted in connection, compassion, and impact.

This year’s Heart to Heart Gala will take place on Friday, April 24, 2026, at the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) in Long Beach. Set against a festive Rancho Fiesta backdrop, the evening will celebrate the power of service while raising critical funds to support programs that strengthen our most vulnerable neighbors across the South Bay, Harbor, and Long Beach communities.

An Evening with Purpose

Your presence at Heart to Heart Gala is more than a celebration—it’s an opportunity to change lives. Funds raised will directly support programs that address food insecurity, educational inequity, mental health, and community restoration.

Your Participation Will Impact:

Feeding children in 17 Title I schools, ensuring no child goes hungry
Expanding the Long Beach Pantry, reaching more families facing food insecurity
Empowering young learners through Operation Teddy Bear, providing books, educational materials, and comfort to 5,000 students
Creating meaningful volunteer experiences, connecting people of all ages to urgent community needs
Supporting teen mental health and leadership through social-emotional wellness programs
Restoring hope through restorative justice services, giving individuals a second chance at a brighter future

Honoree Recognition

We are proud to honor Dianne & Hans Bosler and Sean Devereaux for their extraordinary commitment to service in our community!

Event Details

Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
Location: Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA), Long Beach, California
Tickets:

$175 per ticket through April 1
$200 per ticket after April 1

The evening will feature an unforgettable celebration of community, generosity, and service, along with opportunities to give back and make a lasting impact.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available to organizations and community partners seeking to demonstrate their commitment to empathy, service, and social good. (Details available upon request.)

Heart to Heart Fiesta 2026

Volunteer Center