2025 Gala Celebration

Future Ready
Saturday, September 6, 2025

Four Seasons Hotel, Westlake Village

We’re gearing up for the 2025 Future Ready Gala and we are excited to share our 23rd year with you! More than an event, it’s a celebration of the promise and potential of our youth. Hear inspiring stories, bid at our lively auctions, and contribute to our mission, ensuring we continue to provide vital services and opportunities to the youth and families we serve. You help ensure no child is ever denied membership.

BGC Kids Volunteering

Empowering the Future of Our Community’s Youth

We are committed to ensuring that our community’s youth, especially those who need us most, graduate from high school on time with a plan for the future and the skills to become successful adults. Our clubs and camps are making that impact.

Of our members:

0%

Miss less than 5 days of school

0%

Expect to graduate from high school

0%

Plan to pursue a college education or vocational training

0%

Have done things to help people in their community

Secure Your Sponsorship Now

We offer a wide array of sponsorship opportunities to local philanthropists and businesses. Tap into a whole new audience, connect with other businesses and local leadership, and drive awareness for your brand and dedication to our communities by supporting the Future Ready Gala in 2025.

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If you would like to purchase an ad for the Gala Tribute Book, click here.

2025 Gala Honorees

We are thrilled to announce that Joe and Jennifer Seetoo will be honored as our 2025 Gala Honorees, in recognition of their outstanding commitment to our community and their unwavering support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley. Jennifer Seetoo, Captain of the Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station, is a pioneering figure in public service, known for her strength, empathy, and unwavering dedication to community safety. Joe Seetoo, Partner at Morton Wealth, is a trusted advisor to many business owners and high net-worth families helping them get the “Most Life Out of their Wealth”.

Joe and Jennifer Seetoo pictured with Alissa Morton (middle), BGCGCV Board of Governors

The Official Gala After Party

Inaugural AfterGlow Party

presented by THE LAKE AVENUE GROUP AT MORGAN STANLEY

Come for the fun! Enjoy live music, a hosted bar, and fun ways to get involved. This AfterGlow party is perfect for those wanting to be part of the fun. All Gala ticket holders and sponsors will receive AfterGlow tickets and single tickets are available for $50 until prices go up to $75 on August 31.

BGC Teens Accepting Award

Get Inspired

The most heartwarming part of the Gala is hearing from our Club members – whether that’s a beautiful piano composition or an inspiring story about their journey. Here is who to expect:

Raj, Piano Player
Catlin Club

Alexandra, Youth of the Year (13 and Under)
Morton Club

Jessica, Youth of the Year (14 and Up)
Catlin Club

Thank You for Making a Difference!

Together, we are not only helping to provide immediate opportunities and resources but also building a legacy that will shape brighter futures for years to come. We are deeply grateful to our dedicated staff, Gala Committee, Board, and volunteers who worked tirelessly to ensure the event was a success. Your commitment, hard work, and passion have made a real difference. Thank you for believing in our mission and for being part of this transformative journey!

Unable to attend but still wish to support?

Event Hosts Marjel and Cal Johnston

Event Host

Marje and Cal Johnston

Thank You to our Sponsors!

Bid Paddle Sponsor

US Bank

Dinner Hosts

Jolyn and Seth Haye
Karen and Ed Jefferson
Karen and Jeff Johnston

AfterGlow

THE LAKE AVENUE GROUP AT MORGAN STANLEY

Diamond Sponsors

Joe & Mari Amoroso

Daniel & Susan Kane and Albert & Angela Nassi

Linda & David Catlin

Gold Sponsors

Steven Dorfman

Betty & Jack Gleason

Abigail & Sam Querrey and Kelsey & Michael Stewart