Dream On Concert Gala

 Promises2Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a brighter future for foster children in San Diego, is holding an exclusive evening of dinner and music to benefit current and former foster children. The 16th Annual Dream On Concert Gala is presented by Kevin and Raegan Prior and will be hosted by Joan Waitt at her La Jolla estate home on Monday, September 15, 2025.

This elegant outdoor affair will begin with a sunset cocktail reception, followed by a gourmet seated dinner prepared by Executive Chef Jeffrey Strauss and Pamplemousse Grille, silent and live auctions, and a private concert. The Dream On Concert Gala has become one of San Diego’s most anticipated philanthropic events – selling out each year and raising vital funds to support foster children of all ages, from birth through adulthood.

Funds raised help support Promises2Kids’ life-changing programs, including:
– Camp Connect – reuniting siblings separated in foster care
– Guardian Scholars – helping foster youth pursue their career aspirations
– Foster Futures – preventing homelessness among former foster youth
– Mentoring – matching foster children and youth with mentors

This year’s Event Chairs are Lynne Doyle, Jolene Perry, and Joan Waitt. Southwest Airlines, the Official Airline of Promises2Kids, returns as the Reception Sponsor. Other returning supporters include Orli La Jolla as the Tequila Lounge Sponsor, Carmel Mountain Preschool as the Youth Speaker Sponsor, and Ranch & Coast Magazine as the Premier Media Partner.