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SWIM FOR SOF: PHOTO BY XAVIER HERNANDEZ Attend benefits Swim for SOF SEPTEMBER 13 | CORONADO BAY | TIDELANDS PARK | USS MIDWAY The Honor Foundation's Fifth Annual Swim for SOF is a high-performance athletic event open to the public that welcomes anyone willing to take the challenge — supporters, veterans, businesses, and community members alike — in a race that embodies the grit and determination of our Special Operations Forces. It's your chance to test yourself while honoring those who serve, giving us all a glimpse of just how hard they work to defend our freedom. All proceeds will support The Honor Foundation, a nonprofit career transition program for U.S. Special Operations Forces that helps them translate their elite military service to the private sector and create the next generation of corporate and community leaders. swimforsof.honor.org 32nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament SEPTEMBER 15 | LA VALLE COASTAL CLUB & RESORT Join the Arc San Diego Foundation at their 32nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament to benefit children and adults with disabilities. Tournament chair Tim Himstreet and Paul La Bounty, Arc San Diego Foundation past chairperson, invite guests to participate in this exciting tournament to support individuals with disabilities receiving services from The Arc of San Diego. The day begins at 10am with check-in and a putting contest, followed by shotgun start at 11:30am. The awards ceremony reception and silent auction will begin at 3:30pm. Mark Mathis, KUSI News Meteorologist, will serve as master of ceremonies. To date, this annual golf tournament has successfully raised millions of dollars to benefit the lives of thousands of children and adults with disabilities in our community, providing for holiday gifts for clients, accessible vehicles, and Our Place, The Arc of San Diego's wellness program. arc-sd.com/golf Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Gala SEPTEMBER 27 | GAYLORD PACIFIC RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER Celebrating 50 years of excellence in 2025, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center will commemorate this milestone at its 50th anniversary gala to support Sharp Chula Vista's Emergency Department Transformation Project. Hosted by Sharp HealthCare Foundation, gala highlights include keynote remarks from esteemed healthcare professionals and community leaders, a live auction, live performances by artists and musicians, and an exquisite dining experience followed by opportunities to connect with fellow attendees. Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center is the largest hospital in San Diego's South Bay and home to the region's most comprehensive programs for cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, and maternity care. sharp.com/gala50 e San Diego County Fire Chiefs' 15th Annual Golf Classic SEPTEMBER 15 | THE COUNTRY CLUB OF RANCHO BERNARDO The San Diego County Fire Chiefs Association is comprised of all county fire departments who work closely together to provide seamless fire and life safety services for our entire region. "The SDCFCA is proud to host this annual event to raise funds for the Burn Institute's invaluable support programs and services for hundreds of burn survivors, summer camp for young burn survivors, fire and burn prevention education, free smoke alarm installation for seniors, and much more," says Chief Ken Kremensky, Barona Fire Department and Golf Classic chair. Adds Burn Institute Executive Director Peter Callstrom, "We are very honored to partner with our remarkable fire chiefs as they help raise funds and awareness of Burn Institute programs and services. Throughout the year, they do so much to support and advance our shared mission to protect our communities." burninstitute.org Sharp Chula Vista Gala Committee ranchandcoast.com 42 SEPTEMBER 2025 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE Barona Fire Department Fire Chief Ken Kremensky