SAVE THE DATE • september 27, 2026

2nd Annual

Starfish

Fundraiser

An evening on the sand benefiting Faith In Action of the San Gorgonio Pass — Price Is Right games, a taco buffet, a silent auction, and stories of neighbors helped close to home.

Spin for a purpose!

Faith In Action of the San Gorgonio Pass Starfish Fundraiser logo

September 27, 2026

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Elegant Affair

182 W. Ramsey St., Banning, CA 92220

All proceeds benefit

Faith In Action (FIASGP)

Ticket Deadline

September 15, 2026

Overview & Mission

Even the smallest act of kindness can make a big difference.

The Starfish Fundraiser is Faith In Action of the San Gorgonio Pass’s signature evening of community, generosity, and fun — raising the funds that help FIASGP provide free community services ranging from healthcare assistance, rapid-rehousing, employment readiness and other educational resources – through direct services, community referrals, public education, and trusted local partnerships to help our neighbors in Banning, Beaumont, and surrounding areas that are in need.

  • Price Is Right — Spin for a Purpose: Live games, a giant prize wheel, and prizes throughout the evening.
  • Taco buffet dinner included with every ticket.
  • Silent auction featuring donated items and experiences from local businesses.
  • Inspiring stories from the neighbors and volunteers Faith In Action serves.

Why the Starfish?

Like the old parable of the girl throwing stranded starfish back into the sea one at a time — “it mattered to that one” — Faith In Action can’t reach every need everywhere. But for the neighbor whose meal we provide, or the senior whose medical assistance we help with, it matters completely.

Your ticket, sponsorship, or auction donation throws one more starfish back!

Save the date …. the countdown begins!

  
THE EVENT DETAILS

Everything you need to plan your evening!

Date & Time
Sunday, September 27, 2026

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Doors & registration open at 3:30PM

Location
elegant affair

182 W Ramsey St., Banning, CA 92220

Get Directions

What’s Included

Taco buffet dinner, Price Is Right games & prizes, silent auction access, and program with guest stories.

TICKETS & TABLES

Reserve your seat at the table

Pricing below is a placeholder — UPDATE PRICING AMOUNTS before going live to everyone. Every ticket includes dinner, games, and access to the silent auction floor.

Individual Ticket
$80 / person
  • One seat, taco buffet dinner
  • Price Is Right game entry
  • Silent auction access
BUY TICKET
MOST POPULAR
Tickets for Two
$150 / for two
  • Two seats, taco buffet dinner
  • Price Is Right game entry
  • Silent auction access
reserve table
Underwrite a Guest
$80 / person
  • Sponsor a seat for a volunteer or client
  • Price Is Right game entry
  • Silent auction access
  • Same great taco buffet
sponsor A seat
silent auction

Donate an item. Multiple its impact.

Every auction item helps fund our free community program services for our neighbors in need. We welcome donations of new merchandise, gift cards, experiences, services, and vacation packages from local businesses, artisans, and community members.

  • Donor recognition in the event program and on our website
  • Tax-deductible donation receipt (EIN 81-2158796)
  • Donation Deadline: September 10, 2026

Ready to donate an item?

Fill out our short donation form, or reach out directly — we’ll happily arrange pickup for larger items.

Submit a donation

(951) 922-0111

frontdesk@fiasgp.org

drop off at FIASGP Main Office

event updates & faq’s

Good to know before you go.

Yes — the Starfish Fundraiser is open to the entire community. Bring family, friends, and coworkers.

Beach casual / elegant. Think summer dress or collared shirt — comfortable enough for games, nice enough for photos.

Yes, free on-site parking is available at Elegant Affair, 182 W Ramsey St, Banning.

Tickets can be reserved by phone, mailed check, or in person — details above. This section will be updated as this is placeholder information.

Faith In Action of the San Gorgonio Pass is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 81-2158796). A portion of your ticket covering fair-market-value dinner and entertainment may not be deductible — your receipt will note the deductible amount.