Lake Forest, CA — October 10, 2025 — The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach hosted its 10th Annual Night Under the Stars at the Lake Forest Community Center, treating guests to a heartfelt evening filled with dinner, drinks, a silent auction, and live entertainment in support of the Club’s Saddleback Valley programs.
The night featured a warm welcome from Past President and Interim Treasurer Terry Anderson, followed by an inspiring presentation from CEO Pam Estes and a powerful speech by Club alumna Kelsey LaRoche, who reflected on her journey and the lasting impact the Boys & Girls Club has had on her success and sense of purpose.
Guests enjoyed a meal, local wine and beer, and an unforgettable live performance by Flashback Heart Attack, whose high-energy set had everyone on their feet, dancing the night away beneath the stars.
The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach extends its heartfelt gratitude to the generous sponsors, partners, and donors who made this special event possible:
Gold Sponsors:
• Cox
• Jeff and Kalea Main
Silver Sponsors:
• Constance Hughs
• Dave and Shelley Carter
• David and Phyllis Phillips
• Fuentes Family
• Kiwanis Club of Lake Forest Foundation
• Laguna Financial Advisory
• National CORE
• Terry and Kristie Anderson
Beverage Partner:
• Jeannine Smith
Dessert Partner:
• Dunlap Insurance Agency
Appetizer Partner:
• Board & Brew
Wine & Beer Donated By:
• Brewery X
• Dave Carter
• Dave & Lauri Fusco
- Heart Barn Vineyard
• Terry Anderson
Shining Star Sponsor:
• Applied Medical
The event was co-chaired by Ash Alvandi, Terry Anderson, Dave Carter, and Jeff Main, whose leadership and community spirit helped make the evening a resounding success. Through the incredible generosity of attendees and sponsors, the event raised over $70,000 to support programs that provide a safe, enriching, and empowering space for youth in the Saddleback Valley.
Looking ahead, the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach is already planning next year’s Night Under the Stars. More information will be shared as plans unfold.
For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach and how you can get involved, please visit www.bgclagunabeach.org or contact Michelle Fortezzo at (949) 715-7584 or michellef@bgclaguna.org.
About the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach
Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach serves over 4,000 youth per day in the Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, and Mission Viejo areas. The Club’s mission is to empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential by promoting their healthy social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, visit www.bgclagunabeach.org or call (949) 494-2535.