PHILANTHROPIST
COTO DE CAZA
WHY: Has been working on philanthropy for 12-plus years, including last five years with Vera’s Sanctuary supporting those who have been trafficked and helping to save their lives. In the last five years, her signature event, Hot August Nights in Coto de Caza, has raised almost $8M for the girls at Vera’s Sanctuary.
IN THE NEWS: In August, co-hosted—with husband, Steve Jones, of Allied Universal—Hot August Nights that raised $1.9M for Vera’s Sanctuary.
QUOTABLE: “We have chosen to empower the girls at Vera’s Sanctuary, knowing that their potential is far greater than their darkest moments. … To the girls, I say this: sacrifice, bravery and courage are the cornerstones of your journey. Each small sacrifice you make builds a remarkable legacy that will inspire others. Embrace the struggles for they define the heroes we become. Never be a prisoner of your past. It’s a lesson, not a life sentence.”
