
2022 10th Annual SYV Polo Classic benefiting People Helping People
Saturday, July 09, 2022
10:30 AM - 03:30 PM
Piocho Ranch
1100 Secretariat Drive, Santa Ynez, CA, USA
You are invited to the 10th Annual Santa Ynez Valley Polo Classic benefiting People Helping People on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at Piocho Ranch presented by Happy Canyon Vineyard in Santa Ynez.
OVERVIEW
By bringing world-class polo to the Santa Ynez Valley, the Classic’s mission is to raise much-needed funds for People Helping People’s programs, which are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children in the Santa Ynez Valley and Los Alamos by addressing emergency and basic needs.
2021 SYV POLO CLASSIC HIGHLIGHT REEL
2022 SPONSOR AND PATRON FRIDAY EVENING COCKTAIL PARTY (By Invitation Only)
Sponsored by Montecito Bank & Trust, 2022 Sponsors and Patrons are invited to a Friday evening cocktail party at the home of Pat and Monty Roberts, at their historic, world-renowned Flag is Up Farms. Learn more about Sponsor & Patron Packages at this link.
SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2022
VIP PAVILLION
Patrons, Sponsors, and individual VIP ticket purchasers will once again be treated to priority parking, private tented seating and dining area, champagne and appetizer reception sponsored by SYV Fairfield Farm, catered luncheon sponsored by First Bank prepared by Chef Jake O. Francis of Valley Piggery, goody bag, silent auction, and the ever-popular hat contest.
*If you are interested in joining the roster of Sponsors or Patrons, please contact Erica Flores at ericaf@syvphp.org.*
HAPPY CANYON WINE CLUB PAVILLION (MEMBERS ONLY)
Exclusively for members of the Happy Canyon Wine Club, members are invited to reserved, tented seating, bbq lunch, wine, beer, and kids' activities.
GENERAL ADMISSION PAVILLION
General Admission tickets include admission only. Lunch items from food trucks, along with beer, wine, sparkling wine, soft drinks, and dessert will be available for purchase. Vendors are to be announced soon! There will also be a hat contest for General Admission guests.
THE POLO MATCHES
The SYV Polo Classic will feature three matches: A match of junior players including Team Rodeo Realty, a women’s match, and a post-lunch game featuring high goal professionals in Team Brady Group v. Team Grand Avenue Real Estate, with an intermission divot stomp.
AWARDS CEREMONY
At the conclusion of the featured match, an awards ceremony is conducted at midfield for guests to safely gather, mingle with the players, and view the presentations of the Perpetual Winner’s Trophy, Carlos Gracida Sportsmanship Award, Most Valuable Player Sponsored by Allan Hancock College, Best Playing String of Ponies, and Best Playing Pony.
TAX-DEDUCTIBLE (Tax ID# 77-0338060)
A portion of your ticket is tax-deductible and varies per ticket type.
Our needs have multiplied many times over as a result of COVID-19’s economic impact. This signature event is our banner fundraiser and your support ensures we can help local families in need year-round. Please consider adding a special donation to your ticket purchase.
If you would like to pay by check please make the check payable to "Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People" and send it to P.O. Box 1478, Solvang, CA 93464.
**If you are interested in giving a gift of stock or by a donor-advised fund, please contact Erica Flores at ericaf@syvphp.org or 805-686-0295 x 106***
THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 PATRONS
Our Patrons are a group of loyal supporters that go above and beyond to generously support our mission and ensure we can serve families year-round.
Platinum Mallet
John Kuelbs
The Gangolli Family
Pat & Monty Roberts
Gold Mallet
Carolyn Balaban
Phyllis Hennigan
Joe & Katie Russell
Silver Mallet
Melina Webster Pyle
Bronze Mallet
Susan Petrovich
Lynn Kirst
SBCC Foundation
*Interested in becoming a Patron, Sponsor, or purchasing an advertisement? Contact Erica Jane Flores at (805) 686-0295 or email at ericaf@syvphp.org
THE HAT CONTEST
VIP, Wine Club, and General Admission guests are invited to dress for a hat contest with fabulous gift baskets for the winners.
ATTIRE
Often described as polo chic or derby attire, all guests are invited to dress for the occasion, with creative hats (and matching masks, if you choose!). Be mindful, that the parking lot is in a dirt field, the walkways are gravel and partially paved, and the event takes place on a grass field.
WHERE TO STAY
Your Santa Ynez Valley Getaway starts here.
While traveling along Highway 101 on the Central Coast of California, when you arrive in Santa Barbara County wine country you will want to visit the Santa Ynez Valley with more than 150 wineries, 250 boutique shops and more than 60 California cuisine restaurants.
Ticket Sales Ended
No tickets are available for this event.
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