Hearts Aligned is hosting its fourth annual Hearts to Hearts Valentine’s Luncheon on Friday, Feb. 13, at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Bacara, bringing the community together for an afternoon of compassion, celebration and impact.
The Valentine’s Luncheon is Hearts Aligned’s largest fundraiser of the year, with proceeds directly supporting families by covering essential expenses such as rent, utility bills, gas cards, and grocery cards to name a few. Beyond financial assistance, Hearts Aligned offers comprehensive family support by connecting families with local resources and guiding them through their child’s medical diagnosis with care and dedication.
Catherine Remak, KLITE 101.7, and Janet Garufis, Montecito Bank & Trust, will serve as the masters of ceremonies.
Hearts Aligned will honor the work of four very special social workers from Cottage Hospital who ensure that every family with a critically ill child is seen and heard. Lisa Moore, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Cottage Health, will present this team of social workers with the Hearts to Hearts Community Service Award:
Regina Medina, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Devon Nelson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Cassandra Ramhap, Medical Social Worker
Christine Walker, Medical Social Worker
Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on exciting silent auction items including a two-night stay in the Santa Ynez Valley, Sunday brunch at San Ysidro Ranch, World Cup soccer tickets, wine baskets, local restaurant gift certificates, fitness memberships and more.
The luncheon will take place from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tickets are $175 per person and can be purchased at HeartsAligned.org/2026luncheon.
For more information about Hearts Aligned and its mission to support low-income families with critically ill children, visit HeartsAligned.org.