🌟 BEAR HUGS OF LOVE 2026: A NIGHT OF JOY, FASHION & GIVING GAYLA! 🌟
Get ready for an afternoon overflowing with joy, love, and community spirit!
Before the Transition, Inc. invites you to Bear Hugs of Love 2026 — a heart‑warming Valentine’s celebration dedicated to blessing foster children and teens across Riverside County.
We’re on a mission to collect 1,000+ teddy bears to deliver to foster youth as gifts of comfort, hope, and encouragement. You can be part of the magic! Bring a new teddy bear and help us wrap these amazing kids in love this Valentine’s season.
Join us on February 8, 2026, 1 pm - 3 pm, at Elysian Hall in Lake Elsinore for an unforgettable evening featuring:
- 🎉 Family Dance Party
- 👗 Fashion Extravaganza
- 🍽️ Dinner & Live Music
- 📸 Photo Wall & Fun Surprises
- ❤️ A chance to make a real difference in a child’s life
- Join the committee, volunteer, or donate raffle items. Businesses: share a product or service from your company!
Dress Code: Formal or semi‑formal attire Location: Elysian Hall, 17600 Collier Ave, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Cost: Details forthcoming and will be announced soon — stay tuned!
This isn’t just an event — it’s a movement of love.
We are also seeking volunteers for our Homework Club, especially those with experience in math, reading, writing, science, or STEM. Giving just two hours on Saturdays can help students who need extra support and change the trajectory of a child’s future.
RSVP - via email: Subject: RSVP/Committee/Volunteer/Singer Opportunity - (please note how many will be attending in your family, with contact information).
Come celebrate, give back, and help us spread love to foster youth this Valentine’s season! For details or to get involved: mentordl2024@gmail.com
🎤 Performer Opportunity — Kids & Teen Singers Wanted!
We are looking for a talented kid or teen singer to perform at our Bear Hugs of Love 2026 event! If your child loves to sing, perform, and shine on stage, this is a wonderful opportunity to share their gift with the community while supporting foster youth. Soloists, duets, or small groups are welcome.
To be considered, please email: mentordl2024@gmail.com
This is more than an event — it’s a movement of love.
We’re also seeking volunteers for our Homework Club, especially those with experience in math, reading, writing, science, or STEM who can give just two hours on Saturdays to help students who need extra support. Your time could change a child’s future.
Come celebrate, give back, and help us spread love to foster youth this Valentine’s season! For details or to get involved: mentordl2024@gmail.com
...God is love. 1 John 4:8...There is no fear in love. 1 John 4:18