Matt Ward Exploring On

08/05/2026

Community. Partnership. Impact. 🚔💙

What an incredible evening at Tustin Police Department’s National Night Out! We were proud to sponsor the dunk tank and help support an event that brings law enforcement and the community together in such a fun and meaningful way.

A huge shoutout to the dedicated Tustin Police Explorers who volunteered their time, represented their program with professionalism, and helped make the night a success. The future is bright with young leaders like these.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, took their best shot at the dunk tank, and supported the Explorer Program. We’re honored to be a part of investing in the next generation of public safety leaders.

07/01/2026

On behalf of everyone at the Matt Ward Exploring Association, we would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Explorer Duque of the Santa Ana Police Explorers on earning the Officer Ward Memorial Award as the Overall Top Explorer of OCLEEA Academy Class #100.

This prestigious award recognizes exceptional leadership, dedication, and commitment throughout the academy—qualities that truly embody Matt Ward’s legacy. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement and look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the future.

Congratulations, Explorer Duque! 👏🎉

03/23/2026

03/13/2026

🚨 TONIGHT! 🚨

The time has come! Join us for an incredible night of live music and community support at the Matt Ward Exploring On Foundation Fundraiser!

🎸 Flashback Heart Attack will be bringing their high-energy 80s rock show to the stage for a night you won’t want to miss.

📍 Old Ranch Country Club — Seal Beach, CA
📅 Friday, March 13
🕠 Doors Open: 5:30 PM

Come out, have a great time, and help support the mission of the Matt Ward Exploring On Foundation. We hope to see you there!

03/06/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO! 🎸🔥

In just 7 days, we’re turning up the volume for an unforgettable night at our fundraiser featuring the incredible Flashback Heart Attack! Get ready for a high-energy show packed with the biggest throwback hits, great company, and an amazing cause.

🎶 Live Music
🎟️ Raffle & Auction
🍸 Great Food & Drinks
💙 Supporting the mission of the Matt Ward Memorial Foundation

Grab your tickets or reserve a table before they’re gone — you won’t want to miss this night!

📅 One week from today
📍 Old Ranch Country Club (Seal Beach, CA)
🎟️ Tickets available now @ https://exploringon.org/donate

Let’s make it a night to remember!

03/05/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO! 🎸🔥

In just 7 days, we’re turning up the volume for an unforgettable night at our fundraiser featuring the incredible Flashback Heart Attack! Get ready for a high-energy show packed with the biggest throwback hits, great company, and an amazing cause.

🎶 Live Music
🎟️ Raffle & Auction
🍸 Great Food & Drinks
💙 Supporting the mission of the Matt Ward Memorial Foundation

Grab your tickets or reserve a table before they’re gone — you won’t want to miss this night!

📅 One week from today
📍 Old Ranch Country Club (Seal Beach, CA)
🎟️ Tickets available now

Let’s make it a night to remember!

02/19/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Explorer Lolli on earning the Officer Ward Memorial Award for 1st place overall at the OCLEEA 2026 Winter Explorer Academy!

Out of an outstanding group of Explorers, she rose to the top through hard work, leadership, discipline, and heart — embodying exactly what this award represents.

Explorer Lolli has been with the Orange Police Department Explorer Program for four months and is already making an incredible impact. A senior maintaining a 3.5 GPA, she balances academics with competing in high school and club soccer, staying active in the gym, and spending time with family — all while pursuing her passion for law enforcement.

Her goal is to gain meaningful experience through the Explorer Program, compete in Explorer competitions, attend a four-year college for criminal justice, and ultimately become a police officer — with aspirations of promoting to detective.

We are proud to recognize her achievement and honored to have her represent the spirit of the Matt Ward Exploring On Foundation. 💙

02/18/2026

02/18/2026

⏰🎸 LESS THAN ONE MONTH AWAY! 🎸⏰

Our 5th Annual Fundraiser is almost here and the countdown is ON!

On Friday, March 13th, we’re turning Old Ranch Country Club into a full-blown 80’s party with Flashback Heart Attack bringing the hits all night long. Dust off your neon, tease that hair, and grab your crew for a night of electric vibes, iconic 80’s anthems, and nonstop dancing — all for a cause that matters. 🎸✨

✨ Live music
✨ Auctions
✨ Great food
✨ Cash bar
✨ An unforgettable night for an incredible cause

If you’ve been meaning to grab your tickets… this is your sign. 👀

🎟️ $115 per ticket
👥 Tables of 10 available

Don’t wait — this event WILL sell out.
Grab your tickets now through the link in our bio, or here at https://exploringon.org/events-donations-and-gifts-2026/ !!

Let’s pack the house and make this our best year yet! 💙

01/30/2026

✨ Get ready to party for a purpose ✨

Join us for our 5th Annual Fundraiser featuring Flashback Heart Attack — Southern California’s #1 ‘80s cover band 🎸🕺
It’s a night of throwback hits, great food, live auctions, and giving back to an incredible cause.

📍 Old Ranch Country Club – Seal Beach
🗓 Friday, March 13, 2026
⏰ Doors open at 5:30 PM
🍴 Appetizers • 🍹 Cash Bar • 🎁 Auctions

🎟 Tickets: $115
🍾 Tables (10 seats): $1,000 — perfect for friends, family, or a company night out!

Tables are limited and always go fast — grab yours now and help us make a difference while dancing the night away 💙