Lisa Lee and Becky Higbee Sumner prepare for the annual holiday party the QLF hosts by putting together gift bags filled with comfort items that families need during their hospital stays with their child.  "These bags really brighten the day for the families and let them know that they have support," said Becky, a Child Life Specialist, and Coordinator of The Center for Families at UCSF-MB.

Claire Horn, Annelise Back and Kathryn Powell were busy bakers after school and on weekends, making holiday cookies to sell at the Annual QLF Holiday Boutique in the Safeway Shopping Plaza in Alamo.  No one could resist the cute cookies or the cute girls!   In addition to the yummy treats the girls provided, shoppers were treated to a vast array of vendors selling designer clothing, handbags and accessories, jewelry, and kitchen and food products. Despite rain and wind earlier in the day, many turned out to support the Foundation. Thank you to all who participated in making it a great day of fundraising for the QLF! 
Jane Reid's Stella and Dot, Donna Motta's Worth Clothing, "The" Cashmere Sale of the East Bay, CC Kelly Accessories, Ann Ziebarth's The Pampered Chef, Deb Cassidy's Lively Linens, Ellen Giagiari's Giagiari Bros., Suzannes' Jams and Jellies, Susie Marie's Gluten Free Treats, and Mariana Pryhuber's Lattice and Ivy.

The Parker House's Annual Benefit for the Quincy Lee Foundation was a great success!  It was a night not to be missed!  Over 20 restaurants returned to serve their signature dishes on The Parker House porch.  Guests enjoyed complimentary libations, while bidding on fabulous raffle and auction items. But the best part of this fundraising event was that 100% of the proceeds went to pediatric cancer research and treatment.  A big thank you to the wonderful owners of The Parker House and all the restaurants for participating!
The Parker House, The Column's, Smith's, Brandl, The Boathouse, Bar Anticipation, Langosta Lounge, McGillicuddy's, Mueller’s Bakery, 709 Pt. Beach, Edgar's Pub, Fratello's, 507 Main, Four Winds, Mossuto's Market, The Cabin, Green Planet Coffee, Sweet Tease, Cameo Cakes and Hendrick’s Gin.

Garden lovers enjoyed a sunny afternoon strolling beautifully landscaped backyards in Alamo and Danville, with knowledgeable docents at each house.  They were able to chat with John about his designs, learn about beekeeping from a local expert, nibble tasty treats from professional chefs and end their tour at The Bounty Garden at Hap Magee Ranch Park!  Great raffle prizes from Sideboard, Esin, Alamo Ace, Katrina Rozelle, Sloat Garden Center, Navlets, East Bay Flower Company,  and Belles Cupcakes were available to win at each house. 

It was a happy evening at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital as families enjoyed a warm meal, Christmas Carols, and holiday treat bags. The QLF had some help from  Carondelet High School Cheer Squad this year.  , They provided 75 bags filled with useful toiletry items and holiday goodies.  

Thanks to all my great vendors and generous shoppers who participated in another QLF Holiday Boutique held in November at The Cashmere Sale of Alamo.  Vendors included:  Worth Collection, Lively Linens, It's a la Mode, Wish, Host a Purse Party, Glad Pad, Shalkboards, Hi-Strung Designs Jewelry, Host a Purse Party, Mommy Tonic and Sunshine Sale Toys.

On the Monday after Labor Day, Quincy worked her magic and sent very much needed cooler weather for at the 5th Annual Benefit for the Quincy Lee Foundation.  It was a nice break from the hot days and nights of the summer of 2013!  As usual, family and friends gathered for the good cause and filled The Parker House porch to sample the delicious delicacies from local restaurants and enjoy the unlimited beer and wine.  The restaurants this year included: The Parker House Raw Bar, The Column's, The Boathouse, Brandl, The Cabin, Edgar's Pub, Four Winds, Freedman's Bakery,  Green Planet Coffee, Langusta Lounge, 507 Main, Mcgillicuddy's, Mossuto's Market, Pastaio, 709 Point Beach, and Smith's in Philadelphia!
Each year we are astounded by the generosity of our guests and hosts, but this year truly amazed us.  For 5 years in a row, the hard working gals and guys of The Parker House have always donated their tips in addition to working the benefit.  This year they went above and beyond and were the lucky winners of the 50/50 raffle,  as they all went in together on tickets.  With no hesitation, once they found out they had won, they proceeded to donate their winnings to the QLF.  The above picture shows the incredible staff with owner Frank Matthews and manager Tony Sofia.  A big grateful thank you to all the staff at The Parker House!