Presidio Bay Ventures Hosts Second Annual #WeLoveSF Charity Gala

On Thursday, October 17th at the Saint Joseph’s Art Society, Presidio Bay Ventures, a leading San Francisco-based developer, hosted its second annual #WeLoveSF Charity Gala at the Saint Joseph’s Art Society in San Francisco. The event raised $160,000 to support the Presidio Bay Foundation’s efforts to empower underserved communities through educational, career and partnership opportunities in commercial real estate.

The glamorous attendees at this black-tie soiree were encouraged to wear their favorite kicks, with sneakers not just allowed but encouraged. Partiers were also treated to live performances by Franc D’Ambrosio, the longest-running cast member of Phantom of the Opera, Howard Wiley & his Jazz Band and DJ Bisi, all emceed by Andrew Boos.

The #WeLoveSF Charity Gala, co-founded by Cassidy Zerrer and Presidio Bay’s Founder and Managing Principal, Cyrus Sanandaji, was an upbeat celebration of the city’s diversity and ongoing revitalization. The evening’s glamor and excitement were made possible by the generous sponsorships and contributions of local businesses such as Affinius, Amenify, Associate Capital, BCCI Construction, Build Group, CBRE, Citizens Bank, DivcoWest, Eastdil Secured, Prologis, Raise, Reuben, Junius & Rose, and SHVO, as well as contributions from beloved local favorites including Andytown Coffee Roasters, Burke and Black, Gelateria di Che Fico, El Norteno Taco Truck, FutureBars, CASK, Barebottle, and a live art collaboration between Apexer and Timbuk2. Together, they crafted a unique event that radiated optimism at the heart of the San Francisco community.