The Second Annual Day at the Races was held at Hollywood Park on June 30, 2007. It was an afternoon of good food, good conversation, and gathering of friends both new and old.

This was also the 68th running of the Hollywood Gold Cup, saluting jockeys from the past, so it was a privilege to share the afternoon with many of the "old timers."

The fourth and eighth races were named after 1736 Family Crisis Center, and we had group photos taken at the winner's circle after both races. At the winner¹s circle, you get a chance to see the horses up close as they walk by. They are massive, breathtakingly gorgeous, and magnificent!

With deep appreciation, 1736 Family Crisis Center thanks Ron and Sheila Troupe and their family for hosting the event this year.

Thanks to sponsorships, ticket sales, and donations, the event netted $40,000. Sponsors included Toyota Financial Services, Avon Foundation, Keith Pomeroy, Sandy Barnett, Butch Schuman, Lucky Kats Inc., Stephen Campbell, Dr. Jim Slay, Neil and Heather Lieberman, Dr. and Mrs. James Castle, and Denny & Company LLP. Funds raised through this event help many abused and homeless women and children survive terrible life circumstances and conquer their obstacles toward achieving safe, productive lives.

We also acknowledge with heartfelt appreciation to the following people who provided fabulous door prizes: Lil Gary and azoffmusic Management for securing several concert tickets, Leyna Nguyen for securing hair salon gift certificates, and Dr. Wendi E. Knaak for donating gift certificates toward a chiropractic exam and treatment. A resounding thanks to Tamiko Nash, Miss California USA 2006, for her special appearance at the event.

We could not have had a Day at the Races without a venue, and we thank Hollywood Park for their outstanding service, excellent buffet, and courteous and professional staff.

Front Row: Victoria Schmalz, Elisabeth Diels, Kay Johnson, Tamiko Nash, Krissy Garcia. Back Row: Steve Diels, Pete Villasenor, Kurt Schmalz.

Front Row: Tobi Quintiliani, Lynn Thompson, Brian Herskowitz, Carol Adelkoff, Debbie Nelson. Back Row: Kiffen Taylor, Joe Keenan, Robin Haskins, Willie Troupe.

1736 Family Crisis Center is a private, nonprofit organization working to ensure the safety, survival, and success of domestic violence victims and their children, homeless and runaway youth, and others in need throughout Los Angeles County and beyond.

Throughout its 35-year history, 1736 FCC has expanded its services to include four shelters for domestic violence victims and their children, a shelter for runaway and homeless youth, three Community Service Centers located in Torrance, South Los Angeles and Long Beach, 24 hour hotlines, emergency response services, and more. 1736 Family Crisis Center services reach over 25,000 people each year.