SAVOR Gala 2025
Danny Sandler, DPR Construction
A Two-Part Celebration of Style, Philanthropy & Literacy Benefiting The Literacy Project
This fall, The Literacy Project invites you to participate in SAVOR 2025, a signature two-part experience that combines elevated fashion, fine dining, and purposeful giving—all in support of children's literacy.
The SAVOR Fashion Show
Friday, August 22, 2025 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Neiman Marcus, Fashion Island – Newport Beach
Chair: Suzan Paek
Kick off the SAVOR season in style with an exclusive pre-event runway presentation at Neiman Marcus. Sip champagne, enjoy light seasonal bites, and preview curated fashion looks designed to inspire your perfect “Napa Chic” outfit for the main event.
Highlights Include:
• Curated runway presentation featuring designer ensembles across various price points
• Boutique shopping experience at Neiman Marcus
• Exclusive SAVOR Style Guide and fashion show video to follow
Complimentary Admission with the purchase of a SAVOR GALA ticket. Limited to the first 50 guests who purchase a ticket and RSVP.
Purchase a ticket, table, or other sponsorship opportunity here: http://bit.ly/3Gpb2NB
RSVP: suzanpaek@yahoo.com | (949) 566-1984
SAVOR 2025 Gala
Friday, September 26, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Newport Beach Country Club
Co-Chairs: Sue Grant, Founder/Volunteer CEO and Amy Cardiff
Join 300 of Orange County’s most dedicated philanthropists, business leaders, and education advocates for an unforgettable evening under the stars. The elegant “Napa-chic” soirée includes a farm-to-table dinner, a luxury car show, contemporary art, live entertainment, and a heartfelt awards ceremony, united by a mission to transform lives through literacy.
Evening Highlights:
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Luxury car show by Newport Beach Automotive Group (featuring McLaren & Lamborghini)
• Outdoor art gallery curated by Ethos Contemporary Art, with a live artist feature
• Dynamic silent auction
• Live saxophone by Doug Earley
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Alfresco farm-to-table dinner experience
• Recognition of three distinguished honorees (to be announced)
• Live auction with once-in-a-lifetime packages
• Music and dancing with DJ Charles Johnson of DJ Hustle
Purchase a ticket, table, or other sponsorship opportunity here: http://bit.ly/3Gpb2NB
Why It Matters
Proceeds from SAVOR 2025 benefit The Literacy Project, a nonprofit organization founded in 2009 by Sue Grant. With a mission to break the cycle of illiteracy, the program equips underserved students with vital phonetic tools, offered at no cost to children or schools. Since its inception, The Literacy Project has helped over 11,000 students build confidence, self-worth, and a lifelong love of reading.
Learn more at www.literacyproj.org | www.literacyproj.org/event/savor-2025