Santa Maria High School art students have partnered with Toyota of Santa Maria for the annual Pinktober Pumpkin Patch, a community fundraiser benefiting the Mission Hope Cancer Center.

Through the collaboration, student artists have put their skills to work, transforming ordinary pumpkins into vibrant, custom works of art, the school said.

More than 50 unique pumpkins were painted for the event, guided by the leadership and inspiration of art instructors Chelsea Greene and Chris Tunison.

Community members can browse the artistic patch of one-of-a-kind decorated pumpkins and make donations through October at the Toyota of Santa Maria dealership.

“One hundred percent of all proceeds raised from the patch will go directly toward providing essential care and support for cancer patients and their families at Mission Hope Cancer Center,” said Gaspar Onofre-Almanza, art/theater teacher.

The project’s creative process has brought personal and artistic fulfillment to the classroom, students said.

“I really enjoyed the experience of being able to paint these pumpkins for such a good cause,” said Cathy Heredia, SMHS art student.