And A Good Time Was Had By All!

Two hundred-thirty guests attended our 12th Annual Beach Blanket Bingo fundraiser on September 25, 2014. This event was once again graciously hosted by Florin Road Bingo. They generously donated the venue, hand-made decorations, non-alcoholic beverages, and staff time. Their support year after year helps make this event a success.

We were fortunate to have Hannibal's Catering and Events as well as The Bolt Bar return to provide delicious food and drinks.

Our many generous donors and sponsors contributed over $3,400 in prizes for our bingo games and raffles.

Local elected officials and their staff members also participated in the event. Many thanks to Larry Carr, SMUD Board of Directors - Ward 6; Jimmie Yee, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors - District 2; and Bonnie Pannell, former councilmember for Sacramento City Council - District 8.

A special thank you goes to Parkway Estates North Neighborhood Association (PENNA) for purchasing the most individual admission tickets. We are grateful for their continued support.

We also greatly appreciate the support of the Florin Historical Society, who joined us this year with both a table sponsorhip and a display sponsorship.

Net proceeds from this event go directly to our annual college scholarship program for graduating seniors of Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento. The fundraiser also helps provide grants to numerous schools and non-profits in the Florin Road community.

Beach Blanket Bingo Sponsorships Still Available

 

Our Scholarship Recipients Thank You

LBHS Seeks Graduation Donations

Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento, seeks donations for their Senior Picnic to celebrate the class of 2014.  This year’s event will be held at the school on Friday, June 6 from 5-7 pm.  For more info, please call counselor Leticia Gallardo at 916-433-5100, x. 1056.

March 27th Deadline for Our Scholarship Program

Cash for College FREE Workshops

Need cash for college? (Who doesn't, right?) Find out what options are available to you and your family at these FREE workshops:

Thursday, 2/20/14, 6:00-8:00 PM
Kennedy High School, 6715 Gloria Dr., Sacramento, CA 95831
contact: Neil Norman 916-433-5200
neil-norman@scusd.edu

Saturday, 2/22/14, 12:00-3:00 PM
Sacramento City College, 3835 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95822
contact: Rukiya Bates 916-558-2047
batesr@scc.losrios.edu

Tuesday, 2/25/14, 6:00-8:00 PM
Luther Burbank High School, 3500 Florin Rd., Sacramento, CA 95823
contact: Carol Mills 916-433-5100
carol-mills@scusd.edu

Dec. 14th FREE Community Health Fair

Fun & Games on Florin Road

Did you miss our 11th Annual Beach Blanket Bingo "fun"draiser on September 26, 2013? Then you missed out on a great time for a good cause!

The sold-out crowd at Florin Road Bingo was treated to a delicious BBQ buffet by Hannibal's Catering and tropical libations by The Bolt Bar. Guests also enjoyed a special performance by the very talented children's choir from the Phoenix Park Visual and Performing Arts Academy, under the direction of Ms. Kitty Griffin.

Our raffle featured a $400 cash prize and raised a record amount of money. Net proceeds from this event benefit our college scholarship program for disadvantaged youth at Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento. The event also supports K-12 educational programs and numerous nonprofit organizations in the Florin Road community.

Want to be the first to find out about next year's event? Email your name and address to us at Florinroad@aol.com or leave us a message at 916-424-4230, ext. 1.

Go Titans!

Congratulations to the Florin Road Foundation's 2013 scholarship recipients
from Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento.
These 16 outstanding students were recognized at a special school ceremony on May 30, 2013.

We wish them and the Class of 2013 all the best in their future endeavors.

2013 Florin Road Foundation Scholarship Recipients

 We're pleased to announce our 2013 scholarship award recipients from Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento.  And we're grateful for the generous financial support of our many sponsors who make this annual program possible.

Sponsor:  Florin Road Bingo

$1,200 Scholarship  -  Victor Medina Del Toro, Jr.

Sponsor:  Pacific Gas and Electric Company

$750 Scholarship  -  Jessica Gonzalez

   $750 Scholarship -  Emily Vang

Sponsor:  Florin Road Foundation

$1,000 Scholarship  -  Mai Sheng Vang
$1,000 Scholarship -  Cameron Do 

$1,000 Scholarship -  Ada Saetern

$500 Scholarship -  Stephanie Lao

$500 Scholarship -  Abhi Bangar

$500 Scholarship -  Melita Jagurdzija

 Sponsor:  Elk Grove Toyota
$750 Scholarship  -  Monica Mares

Sponsor:  Construction and General Laborers Local 185

$750 Scholarship  -  Maira Ramirez

Sponsor:  The Honorable Larry Carr,
SMUD Board of Directors-Ward 6

$325 Scholarship  -  Jacob Malcolm 

Sponsor:  California School Employees Association

$325 Scholarship  -  Meuy Saeturn

Sponsor:  Cement Masons Local 400

$325 Scholarship  -  Juan de Dios Gamez

Sponsor:  F&M Bank

 $250 Scholarship  -  Toulee Vue

Sponsor:  SMUD

$250 Scholarship  -  Ashley Green

Bucks for Burbank Students

Win your share of up to $10,000 in cash scholarships!

This program is just for graduating seniors from Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento, who plan to attend a college, university, or trade school.  Pick up the Florin Road Foundation scholarship application from the school's career center. 

We must receive your application and supporting materials by 4:00 pm on Friday, March 8, 2013.

We're Accepting Scholarship Applications thru March 8

Our Scholarship Program Grows to Help More Students

We're pleased to announce that our board of directors recently voted to more than double the amount of money budgeted for our 2013 scholarship program.

This program is only for graduating seniors of Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento, who plan to attend a college, university, technical or vocational school by September 2013.   

Applications will be available at the end of January 2013 from the school's career center and on our page at www.florinroad.com.

Cash for College for LBHS Titans

Since 1998, the Florin Road Foundation has awarded $104,000 in scholarships to 261 graduating seniors of Luther Burbank High School in Sacramento.  The students may use their cash awards for any program of study at the college, university, or trade school of their choice. 

This year the Foundation plans to award a minimum total of $4,000.  Applications are available now from the Burbank Career Center and from our website at www.florinroad.com (click on the “Florin Road Foundation” link).  

All applications and supporting documents must be received by the Florin Road Foundation by 5:00 pm on Thursday, March 1, 2012.

A Little Change Makes A Big Difference!

Did you know that Luther Burbank High School has had a mountain bike team since 2006? 

 

The program helps at-risk, disadvantaged youth by providing a safe, healthy activity.  The team is a well-kept secret, but it's no secret that they need your help to succeed.  It costs $1,295 to provide adequate gear, a safe bike and race fees for each new rider.  Unfortunately, many of the riders live at or below the poverty line and are unable to provide their own equipment for safe racing.

Here's how you can help:  Come into Peet's Coffee on the corner of Alhambra & Folsom Blvd. in Sacramento between December 17-24, 2011.  Purchase a beverage, donate your change at the register, and Peet's will match every dollar donated.  It's just that easy!

Please help the team meet their goal of $10,500 before the start of the 2012 racing season. 

For more information, please contact Officer Robert Mabunga at LBHSMightyTitans@gmail.com.

LBHS Titans Score with a New Stadium

Congrats to the Luther Burbank High School Titans
on their new stadium! 

The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the $9.3 million sports complex was held on September 23, 2011.  The stadium features an all-season track, a scoreboard, bleacher seating for 2,500 fans, classrooms, restrooms, and a concession stand. 

Florin Road Foundation, Mighty Titans & Sacramento Police Activities League Ride to Victory

Did you know that Luther Burbank High School has had a mountain bike team since 2006? 

How cool is that?! 

Even more impressive is that they are currently the only high school team in Sacramento and had three riders make it to the State Championships in Los Olivos.

But they need your support!  The Sacramento Police Department has generously donated vehicles and food in the past, but the team still needs bikes, parts, equipment, funds for food at races, and transportation to and lodging at distant races.  And of course, they can always use volunteers. 

The Florin Road Foundation is pleased to offer its support by donating to the team.

Can you help the Mighty Titans Mountain Bike Team?
For more information, please contact Officer Robert Mabunga at LBHSMightyTitans@gmail.com.

Congratulations to Our 2011 Scholarship Recipients!

On June 2, 2011, The Florin Road Foundation honored the following 19 scholarship recipients from Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento.  Funds were generously donated by sponsors of our 2010 "Beach Blanket Bingo" event. 

Best wishes to all our scholars!

Sponsor:  Pacific Gas and Electric Company

$1,000 Scholarship  -  Sukhjeet Pabla

   $250 Scholarship  -  Tou Vang

Sponsor:  Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 447

$750 Scholarship  -  Josue Valentin

Sponsor:  Walmart Foundation

$250 Scholarship  -  Mao Moua        

$250 Scholarship  -  Mai Xee Domique Pha

$250 Scholarship  -  Touyee Thao     

$250 Scholarship  -  Mai Jer Vang 

Sponsor:  Construction and General Laborers Local

$250 Scholarship  -  Christina Vang   

$250 Scholarship  -  Mary Xiong

Sponsor:  Elk Grove Toyota

$250 Scholarship  -  Roger Her         

$250 Scholarship  -  Kom Vang

Sponsor:  California School Employees Association

$250 Scholarship  -  Fong Xiong

Sponsor:  Cement Masons Local 400

$250 Scholarship  -  Lucia Escobar

Sponsor:  The Florin Road Foundation

$250 Scholarship  -  Eliza Cruz                

$250 Scholarship  -  Leslie Granciano

$250 Scholarship  -  Antoinette Jenkins    

$250 Scholarship  -  Hoa Nguyen    

$250 Scholarship  -  Andrey Shilov          

$250 Scholarship  -  Tou Vue

Cash for College

For the 2010-2011 academic year the Florin Road Foundation plans to award a minimum total of $6,000 in cash scholarships directly to Luther Burbank High School (Sacramento) graduating seniors who plan to attend a trade school, community college or university.  This program is only available to LBHS graduating seniors.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON A CONTINUING BASIS THROUGH
5:00 PM ON MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2011.

 Incomplete or late applications will NOT be considered!

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Be a graduating LBHS senior, with continued attendance up to and including graduation.
• Plan to attend a trade school, community college or university.  (In order to receive their checks, winners must provide to Luther Burbank High School by September 1, 2011 proof of enrollment in a trade school, community college or university.)
• Have a total high school GPA of at least 2.50
• Submit a list of community service, school activities (including clubs, sports and ROTC), and employment experience by the deadline. (A resume with this information is acceptable.)
• Submit a completed application and high school transcript by the deadline.  (A photocopy of the transcript is acceptable.)
• Submit an essay on the assigned topic by the deadline.

Applications are available now from the school’s Career Center.

Our 2008 Scholarship Winners