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DMF sponsors a wide range of programs & events; makes grants; manages endowment to benefit Del Mar.

Founded in 1982, the mission of the Del Mar Foundation is to promote civic pride and cohesiveness, acquire and preserve open space, improve beaches and parklands, raise and grant funds, and sponsor diverse cultural programs and community events in Del Mar. The Foundation sponsors a variety of events for all segments of the community, which include the Summer Twilight Concerts at Powerhouse Park, D

MFTalks series, First Thursdays and Bluegrass and Beyond Concerts, 4th of July Parade, Easter Egg Hunt, "Spooktacular" Beach Bonfire, Annual Picnic at Powerhouse Park, Cinema By The Sea summer movie series, and a variety of programs for residents and their pets. The Foundation also manages over $2 million in endowment funds, which provides the means to provide grants supporting a variety of causes and projects. Recipients of past grant awards include the Del Mar Lifeguards, San Dieguito Joint River Conservancy, Del Mar Community Connections, the Wounded Warrior Project, Friends of the Del Mar Library, and CERT, among others. For 2017, the Foundation is committed to award $50,000 in grants to worthy local causes. If you would like to learn more or get involved as a volunteer for the Foundation, message us () or email us: [email protected].

08/12/2026

Last night's Summer Twilight Concert, which wrapped up the 2026 season, was absolute perfection. Salty Papa - the Coral Del Mar Opening Act - opened the show with a set that got the capacity crowd going for a great night of music, dancing, and fun. Then The Walrus - A New Orleans Beatles Experience took the stage and performed many of their amazing Beatles covers. A really special treat for the audience was the band playing some songs from their debut album "Elysian Fields Forever" that will be released on September 25th. The album is filled with Beatles songs done in New Orleans-style music. From what we heard last night, this sounds like an album you'll want in your collection. More photos at photos.delmarfoundation.org/2026

A big THANK YOU to the 2026 Summer Twilight Concerts sponsors whose generosity helped bring these concerts to our community. La Costa Glen, Rande Turner Collective, Poseidon Restaurant Del Mar, Del Mar Car Care, Capstone Advisors, LAZ Parking, Coral Del Mar, Jake's Del Mar, Monarch Ocean Pub, D' Arcy Capital, Sharon & Richard Bockoff, County of San Diego.

08/07/2026

Here are a few photos from last night's DMF Talk "From Migration to Connection: A Sonic Journey from Neo Classical Music to Whales Songs" presented in collaboration with Del Mar International Composers Symposium (DMICS). The Talk featured a discussion and live performance by composer Shannon Hayden, occurring as part of the 2026 DMICS season.

Two shows remain in the DMICS season: this evening's performance by Lyyra, an all-new, all-American. all-women, ensemble; and Saturday's North Coast Symphony Orchestra concert. To learn more or get tickets: delmarcomposers.org

08/04/2026

The music in Del Mar is absolutely firing this summer. Last week was the third 2026 Summer Twilight Concert with The Anthony Cullins Band - the Coral Del Mar Opening Act - getting the crowd fired up; followed by Steely Damned 2, who kept the park rocking until dark.

The 7th season of Del Mar International Composers Symposium (DMICS) began on Saturday, and runs through this week with performances tomorrow, Friday, and Saturday; and a DMF Talk on Thursday. DMF is thrilled to be able to support this amazing local organization, which exists to encourage the sharing of new musical ideas between composers, performers, and the community, and to present the best new concert music from around the world in the City of Del Mar. Visit delmarcomposers.org to learn more and get tickets for this week's concerts, and delmarfoundation.org to learn more about this week's DMF Talk.

A big THANK YOU to the 2026 Summer Twilight Concerts sponsors whose generosity help bring these concerts to our community: La Costa Glen, Rande Turner Collective, Poseidon Restaurant Del Mar, Del Mar Car Care, Capstone Advisors, LAZ Parking, Coral Del Mar, Jake's Del Mar, Monarch Ocean Pub, D' Arcy Capital, Sharon & Richard Bockoff, County of San Diego.

07/16/2026

DMF's second Summer Twilight Concert of 2026 took place last night, and it was a truly fantastic evening. Fat Paw - the Coral Del Mar Opening Act - began playing as the heat of the day transitioned into a perfect summer night. Then Back To The Garden rocked the park and had the crowd on their feet well into the evening. More photos at photos.delmarfoundation.org/2026

A big THANK YOU to the 2026 Summer Twilight Concerts sponsors whose generosity help bring these concerts to our community. La Costa Glen, Rande Turner Collective, Poseidon Restaurant Del Mar, Del Mar Car Care, Capstone Advisors, LAZ Parking, Coral Del Mar, Jake's Del Mar, Monarch Ocean Pub, D' Arcy Capital, Sharon & Richard Bockoff, County of San Diego.

07/05/2026

America's 250th birthday got off to a great start in Del Mar with our July 4th Parade. Powerhouse Park was filled with Del Marians who celebrated by first reciting the Pledge of Allegiance in unison (led by the mayor and members of the city council), then parading up and down Coast Blvd. behind a DM fire truck, and finishing off the morning with lemonade (donated by Jake's) and cookies. Hope you all are enjoying the holiday!

07/01/2026

Some photos from our first Summer Twilight Concert of 2026, which took place last week. Wish - the Coral Del Mar Opening Act - got the crowd fired up, and then The Mighty Untouchables took the stage and had the crowd on their feet through sunset and into the night. It was really great to have some students from Torrey Pines High School join the many longtime volunteers helping out at the concert. The next show with opening act Fat Paw and main act Back to the Garden takes place on July 14. In the meantime, join us for the July 4th Parade, 9am at Powerhouse Park. See delmarfoundation.org for more information.

A big THANK YOU to the 2026 Summer Twilight Concerts sponsors whose generosity help bring these concerts to our community. La Costa Glen, Rande Turner Collective, Poseidon Restaurant Del Mar, Del Mar Car Care, Capstone Advisors, LAZ Parking, Coral Del Mar, Jake's Del Mar, Monarch Ocean Pub, D' Arcy Capital, Sharon & Richard Bockoff, County of San Diego.

05/13/2026

The DMF Meet & Greet on Monday afternoon at Monarch Ocean Pub was so much fun. Seeing old friends and making new ones, great conversations, lots of smiles and laughter, and really good food and cocktails.

04/06/2026

The Easter Bunny stopped off at a packed Shores Park to hand out treats to all the dogs enjoying a beautiful sunny Del Mar afternoon. Thank you to Dexter's Deli for filling the Easter Bunny's treat basket. More photos at photos.delmarfoundation.org/2026/04-04

03/31/2026

DMF kicked off spring this past weekend with the Young Del Mar Easter Egg-stravaganza. The fun-filled afternoon included attendees making their own Easter bags at SDCL Del Mar Branch's table, an egg crawl for those two and younger, an easter egg hunt, and photos with the Easter Bunny. For those who want to view/download their photos taken with the Easter Bunny, please go to photos.delmarfoundation.org/2026. The Easter Bunny will be back in Del Mar this coming Saturday afternoon with treats for Del Mar's dogs (more info available on DMF website).

01/28/2026

Here are a few screenshots taken during this morning's "Science Can't Wait" webinar; the first in a three-part series the Del Mar Foundation is doing together with the Salk Institute. During this series, DMF will match 1:1 donations up to $50,000 made to the Salk Institute. To learn more, please visit salk.edu/dmf-match or if you would like to discuss, contact the DMF office. These webinars are recorded, and we will share the link on our website as soon as they are available.

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+18586351363

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http://delmarfoundation.org/

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