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From family socials to ballroom galas, join us for a variety of exclusive events bringing communities together while raising funds to support the inclusive WISH TK-12 model. 

Events

In addition to our annual golf tournament & awards gala, WISHForward is excited to launch "Party Book". Community members can design their own fun evening to be together while raising funds to support the WISH TK-12 model. From performances, cooking classes, wine tastings to trivia night and more. Any fun, appropriate concept is welcome to be submitted for review. 
 

To submit your idea please complete the form here

Wine Tasting

January 31, 2026

3-6pm

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Come join us Saturday, January 31st at 3:00pm for Wine Tasting!
 

Hosted by the Stragnell Family.

Cost is $150 per person. 

NO PAYPAL PLEASE

Meet Nadia Pavlevska — professional sommelier, wine consultant, educator, and wine judge. Nadia creates unforgettable wine experiences for private clients, corporations, and nonprofits, both virtually and in person.

Her impressive credentials include Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers), Certified Specialist of Wine, and French Wine Scholar. She also judges some of the most prestigious wine competitions, including the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and the International Women’s Wine Competition.

🍾 Sparkling 🍷Big Italian Red 🍷Rhône Region 🍷White Wine from New Zealand 🍷Rosé

🎁 Raffle and silent auction with amazing donated gifts (including a Champagne Saber!)

Your Party Book Here

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Come learn to identify the notes of wine to enhance your wine-drinking experience.

This is a kinder-only parents night out. RSVP to secure your spot at this exclusive wine affair - only 10 spaces available.

Purchase Tickets

NO PAYPAL PLEASE

Indulge your senses in an evening dedicated to the art of wine appreciation! Discover the subtle notes that elevate your wine-drinking experience. This curated wine-tasting session promises an educational yet delightful journey through various vintages, handpicked by oenophile Brex-Anna Stragnell. Included wines from Au Bon Climat, Peju, Papapietro Perry, and Stolpman.

After the tasting, we'll continue the festivities with appetizers and mingling. Don't miss this opportunity for an evening of grown-up fun!
 
Babysitting services and a kid-friendly pizza dinner will be available separately at the Poff residence. (Cash/Venmo only, approximately $10 per child/TBD, 4:45-7:30pm)

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The WISHForward Educational Foundation is a California non-profit, public benefit corporation. It is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The federal tax ID number for the foundation (EIN) is 81-2032610.


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