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South Bay Friends Foundation

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South Bay Friends Foundation

Philanthropy Organization - 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

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Concept:
• Members come together as friends to raise money to help those in need (e.g. local and/or national charities and college-bound students).
• Members are from Hermosa Beach and other areas of the South Bay who contribute at least $150 per year and desire to be part of something bigger than themselves. Ex*****on:
• Each person who contributes at least $150 per year is considered a “Member”

of the Foundation.
• The Membership year is from Oct. 1st to Sept. 30th of the following year.
• Couples/families must contribute at least $150 for both/all to be Members, but they vote as one person unless each of them contributes at least $150.
• All contributions are tax deductible as charitable contributions (HFF’s Tax ID number is 81-2697458).
• At least once per quarter, Members get together to vote on where to grant/donate their pooled funds.
• Each Member can submit one charity per event for grant consideration and each Member gets one vote.
• At least two grants are awarded at each event, and the amounts depend on total fundraising/Membership for the year.
• Get-together events are held at local restaurants, tasty-beverage establishments and Members’ homes.
• Grants are awarded only to 501(c)(3) tax exempt nonprofit organizations (local and national) and/or for academic scholarships to local graduating high school seniors.
• Members may use the grant money to purchase items needed by the recipient charity and then donate the goods in person in-kind.
• Financial accounts and records are 100% transparent to all Members at any time.

03/06/2026

A room full of people who care about this community.
Incredible nonprofits sharing their mission.
Real support happening in real time ❤️

This is exactly what the South Bay Friends Foundation was created for ❤️‍🔥

Community. Impact. Action.

02/26/2026

Hey South Bay Friends 💛

We’re excited to share this incredible event hosted by Leadership Hermosa Beach Class of 2026 🎨✨

Art After Dark is a charity fundraiser benefiting the Hermosa Beach Arts District Mural Project and it’s going to be such a fun night at Garage 77. Classic cars, open bar, tacos, live DJ, silent auction, raffle tickets and even a 360 photo booth.

If you’re looking for a great night out that also supports public art in our community, this is it.

Saturday, March 7th at 7PM to 10PM
Tickets are $100

Grab yours at LHBmural.org

Or clink on the link below to purchase tickets

https://partiful.com/e/QUsof64Ki8IMOIkp7kLO?c=5qFjrmklw

02/17/2026

We are excited to announce the 12 nonprofits selected through a live lottery drawing for the 6th Annual South Bay Nonprofit Quick Pitch Contest 🎉

With a record 28 applicants this year, these incredible organizations will compete for $10,000 on March 4 at the Lighthouse Café in Hermosa Beach.

Congratulations to:

• Laundry Love St Cross
• Culture Club South Bay
• Shark and Sea
• Keep the Esplanade Beautiful
• South Bay Music Association
• Love On 4 Paws
• Autism Society Los Angeles
• Exceptional Kids Organization
• Hermosa Beach Museum
• Guidestone Church Hermosa Beach
• Leadership Hermosa Beach Class of 2026
• Team Frosty

We cannot wait to see you take the stage and share your mission with our community 💙✨

02/10/2026

🚨 Quick Pitch Applicants 🚨
Friendly reminder to please make sure your application has been submitted if you want to be considered for this year’s South Bay Friends Foundation - Nonprofit Quick Pitch.

✨ How do we select who pitches?
We’ll be choosing the participants this Sunday and people always ask how we do it! we do it the fun, old school way.

All eligible applicants’ names go into our bingo ball tumbler (yes, like the one we grew up with), and we draw them at random.

Fair, transparent, and a little nostalgic 🔴🟡🔵💛

02/03/2026

🎤✨ FOUR minutes. ONE pitch. $10,000 on the line.
The South Bay Nonprofit Quick Pitch is back and it’s always such a fun night
Come support local nonprofits, cheer loudly, and watch some serious magic happen 💛
Who’s coming 👀

12/12/2025

What an absolutely magical night 🎄✨
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who joined us for our South Bay Friends Foundation Holiday Party 🎉💫

We are so incredibly grateful for our amazing members and friends. Your energy, generosity, and support are what make this community so special ❤️🎁 We hope you all had an amazing time celebrating, connecting, and kicking off the holiday season with us 🥂🎄

A huge congratulations to our grant recipients 🎉👏
Leadership Hermosa Beach for $3000 💙
Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, South Bay Auxiliary for $1500 💖
Hermosa Beach Kiwanis Club Foundation for $500 💛

Because of YOU, we are able to give back and support organizations that truly make a difference in our community 🌊🤍

Cheers to friendship, giving, and a joyful holiday season ✨🥂🎄
We are so thankful for each and every one of you 💫❤️

10/27/2025

What an incredible night! 🎉💙

Huge shoutout and thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our “Costumes for a Cause” — South Bay Friends Foundation 9th Anniversary! We had such an amazing time — from the great food and ice cream to the 360 camera and a live DJ — everything was pure magic thanks to all of YOU!

We’re so grateful to be part of such an incredible community and to see everyone come together to give back and make a difference. 💫

A big congratulations to our 2025 grant recipients:
🏡 CASA – $9,000 grant
🌳 South Bay Parkland Conservancy – $2,000 grant
📚 Hermosa Beach Friends of the Library - $1,000

Woo hoo! 🙌
Thank you all again for making this night one to remember!

10/24/2025

World Series fans — don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! ⚾️📺
Yes, we’ll have TVs, and we’ll be playing the World Series during the party — so you won’t miss a single pitch while you sip, dance, and celebrate!

If you haven’t already, please don’t forget to RSVP — we need a good headcount for food, drinks, and all the fun stuff.

Come in your costumes, bring your good vibes, and let’s make this Costumes for a Cause celebration one for the books! 🎭🎉

10/01/2025

Reminder! 🎉

Our South Bay Friends Foundation 9th Anniversary Event: Costumes for a Cause 👻🎭 is right around the corner!

📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025

✅ If you are a current member you should have received an email regarding annual dues renewal.
✅ An Evite has also been sent — please RSVP so we can get an accurate headcount!

For anyone who is interested in learning more about the foundation or would like to become a member, please visit southbayfriends.org.

We’re so excited to celebrate 9 years of friendship, community, and giving back — and we can’t wait to see you there! 🥂✨

08/28/2025

🎉 Save the Date! 🎉

South Bay Friends Foundation - 9th Anniversary Event!

"Costumes for a Cause"

Eat. Drink. Dance. Give Back.

When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 @ 6pm

Expect a night of:

A live DJ spinning your favorite tunes 🎧

A 360° camera capturing the fun all around 📸

A taco bar with all sorts of amazing meats and sides 🌮

Prizes and fun surprises for the best Halloween costumes! 🏆

Voting on grants for your favorite nonprofit organizations!

Trust us—you don’t want to miss this!
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more detailslw

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Manhattan Beach, CA
90266

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 8pm
Sunday	6pm - 7pm

Telephone

+13106002848

Website

http://southbayfriends.org/

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