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Seen Sparkles Foundation Children's Benefit Fashion Show Sparkles Foundation hosted its fifth annual Children's Benefit Fashion Show, welcoming more than 200 guests for a sold-out luncheon dedicated to raising awareness of human trafficking prevention and protecting vulnerable youth. Co-chaired by Sparkles Foundation President Kathy Kassardjian and Emmy Award-winning journalist Tania Luviano, the event featured a Parisian- inspired runway presentation choreographed by Kristi Brooks and opened by Miss Teen California Ava Grace Nichols. San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the importance of a unified community response to human trafficking, particularly among displaced and foster youth. Community partner Tea3Foundation helped promote the event while also providing runway models, volunteers, silent auction items, and children's books by author El Antón as parting gifts. PHOTOGRAPHY BY TIM HARDY AND COURTESY OF SPARKLES FOUNDATION Seen Ilona Antonyan, Robert Gaglione, and Kari McFall Nora Belmer, Kayla Belmer, Ava Grace Nichols, Melissa Nichols, and Rita Kanberian Ella Antonyan and Isabella Antonyan Annie Malcalm, Amy Labarrere, and Jeannie Koubeserian Andria Elam Alexandra Kaul-Cortes Eric Tims, Cole Casey, and Tim Miranda Summer Stephan Maricela Goodrich, Laura Applegate, Susan Leonard, Ava Grace Nichols, Marina Smith, Kathy Kassardjian, and Johanna Silva ranchandcoast.com 96 NOVEMBER 2026 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE