A NOTE FROM DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, CARA WRIGHT


As I look back on May, I keep coming back to two words: gratitude and opportunity.


This month was full of moments that reminded me why so many people believe in the work of Must! Charities. There’s something truly special about coming together, not just to support our mission, but to celebrate the incredible community behind it.


I honestly don’t know if I could pick a favorite moment. Watching our Youth Board shine, gathering with our donors in appreciation, and spending the day at the Austin Hope Golf Tournament each reflected what makes this organization so meaningful.


It’s YOU.


The difference we make starts with the relationships we build with people like you. Together, we have the opportunity to create new possibilities for those we serve. As we look to the future, I invite you to continue with us, or perhaps join us as a first-time donor on our journey of generosity. I've seen firsthand the power of collective giving and how it creates transformational change, and we are just scratching the surface of the possibilities that lie before us.


With Appreciation,


Cara Wright

Director of Development and Community Engagement

Must! Charities

This year’s Must! Charities Youth Board didn’t just show up—they stepped up.


After a year of volunteering across our county and learning from local nonprofits, these students made a powerful decision: to invest in CELEBRE, a People's Self-Help Housing program supporting first-generation girls on their path to higher education.

And then… they made it happen.


Together, they raised $12,500 to fund mentorship, college tours, and real opportunities for the next generation.


We are incredibly proud of this group, not just for what they raised, but for what it represents. These young leaders understand the importance of lifting others up, investing in their peers, and turning compassion into action. With the support of JB Dewar, this program continues to empower students to lead with purpose, and this year’s cohort did exactly that.


Leaders in the making. The future is in good hands.


DONOR APPRECIATION PARTY

A Recap

We loved gathering with our donors at this year’s Donor Appreciation Party. It was a perfect evening in North County filled with great weather, delicious food, wonderful music, and the gift of enjoying one another’s company. It’s always a special evening for our team to thank those who believe in our mission.


Gratitude on the Green:

The Austin Hope Golf Tournament

An unforgettable day of generosity and community in support of the Must! Charities mission.

We’re incredibly grateful to the Hope Family Wines team and to all the sponsors, players, and volunteers who made the day possible.


This year, we brought the energy with a baseball-inspired theme at Hole #1, adding a fun, creative twist to an already impactful event.


And the impact was real: together, we raised $167,000 to support meaningful change across our community.


Thank you to everyone who showed up, played big, and made a difference.


Check out our video recap from the event!

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805-226-5788

info@mustcharities.org

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