{"id":141,"date":"2025-08-08T15:37:29","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T22:37:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/familyhouseinc.org\/?page_id=141"},"modified":"2025-08-26T13:24:54","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T20:24:54","slug":"family-house-timeline","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/familyhouseinc.org\/tl\/about-us\/our-history\/family-house-timeline\/","title":{"rendered":"Family House Timeline"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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Enero 1, 1980<\/div><\/div>
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Campaign to purchase 50 Irving Street begins<\/a><\/div>
\"Campaign<\/a><\/div>

\n\tWhen 50 Irving Street came up for sale, Dr. Art Ablin put down just $1,000. With crucial gifts from the Koret and McKesson Foundations and support from founding board members, Family House San Francisco launched its first capital campaign, turning a single building into a home for families in need.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Pebrero 1, 1981<\/div><\/div>
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Family House Opens on Irving Street in San Francisco<\/a><\/div>
\"Family<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House opened with just nine bedrooms and a capacity for nine families. A dental student and his wife moved into the apartment above the garage to be House Managers in exchange for free rent.      \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Abril 15, 1981<\/div><\/div>
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Family House is Officially Incorporated<\/a><\/div>
\"Family<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThanks to Jesse Grove and Mike Alvarez, some of the members of the Family House board, officially incorporated Family House.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Pebrero 1, 1982<\/div><\/div>
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Inaugural Annual Fundraising Event Pays for 50 Irving Street<\/a><\/div>
\"Inaugural<\/a><\/div>

\n\tIn 1982, Family House\u2019s annual dinner-dance fundraiser paid off the mortgage for 50 Irving Street. Co-founder Dr. Art Ablin served as auctioneer, with items donated by early supporter Joan Finton and community members\u2014including one of Dr. Ablin\u2019s classic cars\u2014turning creativity and generosity into a home for families in need.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Mayo 23, 1983<\/div><\/div>
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George Lucas Premieres \u201cReturn of the Jedi\u201d Movie to Family House Fundraiser<\/a><\/div>
\"George<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House board member, Dan Toney was able to get American film director, George Lucas, to use the Return of the Jedi premiere as a Family House fundraiser. This paved the way for another premiere fundraiser in 2005 for Revenge of the Sith.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Enero 1, 1992<\/div><\/div>
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Pam Baer Chairs Family House Events<\/a><\/div>
\"Pam<\/a><\/div>

\n\tPediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Mike Edwards encouraged Pam Baer to join the Family House board, where she and Larry Baer helped organize successful fundraisers. Pam served on the board for ten years and has been a Lifetime Director on the San Francisco General Hospital board for 17 years.      \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Pebrero 1, 1994<\/div><\/div>
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Inaugural Cabernet for Connoisseurs Fundraiser Held Near Union Square<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThe first Cabernet for Connoisseurs event took place at Rumpus Restaurant near Union Square. It was launched by Dick Grace, Emma Hechler, Jim Koop, Bill Shea and Faith Wheeler.    \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Enero 1, 1995<\/div><\/div>
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New Staff at Family House<\/a><\/div>

\n\tIn 1995, the first Executive Director, Cliff Berg, was hired at Family House, along with the first paid Resident Manager, Meg Alexander. In 1997, Family House hired Jessica (Presson) Creager as Assistant Administrator. As of 2021, Jessica serves as CFO of Family House.\u00a0    \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Marso 1, 1998<\/div><\/div>
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Annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs Moved<\/a><\/div>

\n\tOn the evening of the annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs event, Rumpus Restaurant caught on fire, and the fundraiser had to be moved to Oliveto’s.  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Setyembre 1, 1998<\/div><\/div>
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Jordan & Kyra Golf Tournament<\/a><\/div>
\"Jordan<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThe Jordan & Kyra Memorial Foundation was created in memory of Jordan Stuart and Kyra Pillsbury.\u00a0Their annual event celebrates their memories and playful spirits while raising funds for pediatric cancer research, bringing hope, dignity, and comfort to families currently undergoing treatment.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Enero 1, 2000<\/div><\/div>
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Second Family House Location Purchased<\/a><\/div>
\"Second<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House purchased property at 1234 10th Avenue from Holocaust survivors Linda and Freirich Breder. With the generosity of their daughter and son-in-law, Dasha and David Grafil, who lowered the price so \u201cThe Breders Villa\u201d could go to a good place, the home became part of Family House\u2019s story.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Hunyo 1, 2001<\/div><\/div>
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Alexandra E. Morgan hired on as CEO<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThe Family House board hired Alexandra E. Morgan as CEO to lead a $5M capital campaign for the new Koret Family House. With deep experience in San Francisco nonprofits, global consulting, and major events, Alexandra brought invaluable expertise.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Nobyembre 24, 2002<\/div><\/div>
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New Koret Family House Opened<\/a><\/div>
\"New<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThe new Koret Family House opened at 1234 10th Avenue on Thanksgiving Day. This second Family House served an additional 24 families per night.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Mayo 12, 2005<\/div><\/div>
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Star Wars Revenge of the Sith Premiere Held as a Benefit for Family House<\/a><\/div>
\"Star<\/a><\/div>

\n\tIn 2005, a special premiere of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith raised $500,000 for Family House. Guests included George Lucas and actor Jake Lloyd, with then\u2013San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom and actor Jason Lewis serving as auctioneers for the memorable benefit event.    \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Setyembre 8, 2009<\/div><\/div>
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Young Professionals Advisory Council (YPAC) Established<\/a><\/div>
\"Young<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House\u2019s Young Professionals Advisory Council (YPAC) was formed to unite passionate young leaders in fundraising and volunteering. In its first three years, YPAC built awareness of Family House as a place of hope and raised more than $15,000 through happy hours and holiday events.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Pebrero 11, 2010<\/div><\/div>
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YPAC Organizes First Fundraising Event in Support of Family House<\/a><\/div>
\"YPAC<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House’s Young Professionals Advisory Council holds their first event. They organized a happy hour Valentine’s Day fundraiser which raised $1,370 through sales of a special drink and auction.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Abril 20, 2012<\/div><\/div>
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Train Adopts Family House As Hometown Charity<\/a><\/div>
\"Train<\/a><\/div>

\n\tPat Monahan and the San Francisco band Train first visited Family House and soon adopted it as their hometown charity. Through concerts and creative partnerships\u2014including donating proceeds from their Save Me San Francisco Wine Co. and Ghirardelli chocolate sales\u2014Train has become one of Family House\u2019s biggest supporters.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Disyembre 12, 2012<\/div><\/div>
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Family House Begins Expansion Plans To New Mission Bay Location<\/a><\/div>

\n\tWhen UCSF announced plans to move the children\u2019s hospital to Mission Bay, Family House launched a $42M capital campaign to remain nearby. Early grants funded the purchase of land and the design, construction, and furnishing of what would become the new Mission Bay Family House.    \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Pebrero 1, 2013<\/div><\/div>
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Grands Make Pledge for New Family House at Mission Bay<\/a><\/div>
\"Grands<\/a><\/div>

\n\tNancy and Stephen Grand make the naming pledge to build the Nancy & Stephen Grand Family House at Mission Bay.  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Disyembre 7, 2013<\/div><\/div>
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Lamborghini Fundraiser<\/a><\/div>
\"Lamborghini<\/a><\/div>

\n\tLamborghini, Italian brand and manufacturer of luxury cars, holds an event at 10th Avenue location, to fundraise for Family House.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Pebrero 7, 2014<\/div><\/div>
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18th Annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs Reaches New Record<\/a><\/div>
\"18th<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThe 18th annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs event raised one million dollars for Family House San Francisco, which was the first fundraiser to ever break the million dollar mark for Family House.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Hunyo 30, 2014<\/div><\/div>
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Guinness World Record Broken at Family House Event<\/a><\/div>
\"Guinness<\/a><\/div>

\n\tAt Tony\u2019s Pizza Napoletana in North Beach, Family House joined Tony, his crew, local kids, and families to set a Guinness World Record: 263 people tossing pizza dough at the same time during a lively fundraising event.    \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Setyembre 17, 2014<\/div><\/div>
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Mission Bay Construction Kick off<\/a><\/div>
\"Mission<\/a><\/div>

\n\tA groundbreaking event celebrating the start of construction organized for the new Family House at Mission Bay. Watch a timelapse of part of the construction!\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Pebrero 1, 2015<\/div><\/div>
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UCSF Children\u2019s Hospital at Mission Bay Officially Opens<\/a><\/div>
\"UCSF<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThe opening of UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital new campus at Mission Bay, a few blocks away from the yet to be completed new Family House location.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Setyembre 24, 2015<\/div><\/div>
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Construction Wraps Up at the Nancy and Stephen Grand Family House<\/a><\/div>

\n\tA Topping Off Ceremony is held to celebrate the end of construction on the Nancy and Stephen Grand Family House building. Watch the virtual tour. https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0VaKz7BWrhE\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Pebrero 1, 2016<\/div><\/div>
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Irving Street House Closes<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House’s 50 Irving Street location closes, and the move to the Nancy and Stephen Grand Family House in Mission Bay begins.\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Marso 2, 2016<\/div><\/div>
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Mission Bay Opening Celebrations<\/a><\/div>
\"Mission<\/a><\/div>

\n\tTo launch the new Nancy and Stephen Grand Family House, volunteers rallied to disassemble furniture, donate items, and clean at 50 Irving before moving on to Mission Bay. With hard hats on, they assembled beds, organized closets, and moved supplies\u2014working seamlessly alongside construction crews.  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Marso 28, 2016<\/div><\/div>
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Staff Welcomed to New Location<\/a><\/div>
\"Staff<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House staff officially moves into Mission Bay.  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Mayo 9, 2016<\/div><\/div>
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Families Welcomed at New Nancy and Stephen Grand Family House in Mission Bay<\/a><\/div>
\"Families<\/a><\/div>

\n\tIn May 2016, Family House opened the Nancy and Stephen Grand Family House in Mission Bay, welcoming its first families to a brand-new 80-bedroom facility. With kitchens, living spaces, a teen room, and a courtyard, the new building more than doubled Family House\u2019s capacity.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Enero 18, 2017<\/div><\/div>
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San Francisco Giants Visit at Family House<\/a><\/div>
\"San<\/a><\/div>

\n\tKristin and Giants catcher Buster Posey visited Family House in Mission Bay, where new partnerships with nearby businesses, including the San Francisco Giants, created unique opportunities. These collaborations bring special events, tickets, and experiences that brighten the lives of families staying at Family House.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Mayo 9, 2017<\/div><\/div>
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Family House at Mission Bay Anniversary<\/a><\/div>
\"Family<\/a><\/div>

\n\tCelebrations are held in Mission Bay at the new Family House with a spectacular first birthday party, where Fozzy’s Toy Room is unveiled to families. Watch the ribbon cutting for Fozzy\u2019s Toy Room.\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Nobyembre 1, 2017<\/div><\/div>
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Remembrance of Founder Dr. Arthur Ablin<\/a><\/div>
\"Remembrance<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House San Francisco founder Dr. Arthur Ablin passed away on August 17, 2017 and a remembrance ceremony was held a few months following. Dr. Ablin left a lasting impression as a pioneer in the field of pediatric hematology-oncology and a tireless supporter of Family\u00a0House.  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Marso 20, 2018<\/div><\/div>
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23rd Annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs Breaks Another Record<\/a><\/div>
\"23rd<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThe 23rd annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs Wine Auction held for fundraising is the most successful one yet, raising more than $1.2MM.    \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Hunyo 23, 2018<\/div><\/div>
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YPAC\u2019s Brewtastic Fundraiser for Family House<\/a><\/div>
\"YPAC\u2019s<\/a><\/div>

\n\tYPAC\u00b4s 6th Brewtastic Bash raises funds for Family House. The Bash included beer tasting, food trucks, and a silent auction held to benefit Family House. \u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Agosto 7, 2018<\/div><\/div>
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Train Performs Private Concert at Family House<\/a><\/div>
\"Train<\/a><\/div>

\n\tPat Monahan and Train perform a live, acoustic concert at Family House for children, their families, and staff. https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VNo0vg5cvbk\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Oktubre 1, 2018<\/div><\/div>
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Family House Gala Breaks $1M Fundraising Record<\/a><\/div>
\"Family<\/a><\/div>

\n\tThe 37th Annual Family House Gala at the Westin St. Francis, co-chaired by Nancy Grand and Susan Mall, honored Okta for their philanthropy and volunteering. The gala marked a milestone as the first to raise over $1 million.  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Agosto 22, 2019<\/div><\/div>
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Netflix\u2019s Somebody Feed Phil Films at Family House<\/a><\/div>
\"Netflix\u2019s<\/a><\/div>

\n\tWhile filming season four of Somebody Feed Phil in San Francisco, Phil Rosenthal and top local chefs\u2014including Tony Gemignani, Dominique Crenn, Elisabeth Prueitt, Mourad Lahlou, and Kenji Lopez-Alt\u2014visited Family House to cook for families and appear in the show\u2019s San Francisco episode. \u00a0\u00a0  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Disyembre 31, 2019<\/div><\/div>
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New Volunteer Record Set<\/a><\/div>

\n\tFamily House reaches 5,000 volunteers in a single year of support. https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KFbSAvJLJ4A\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Marso 16, 2020<\/div><\/div>
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COVID-19 Changes Life at Family House<\/a><\/div>
\"COVID-19<\/a><\/div>

\n\tDuring the COVID-19 shutdown, Family House pivoted when volunteers and visitors were suddenly restricted. The community stepped up with delivered meals, virtual activities like tutoring and music, and corporate support\u2014such as DocuSign\u2019s virtual trivia fundraiser raising over $8,000\u2014to ensure families continued receiving care and connection.    \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Nobyembre 14, 2020<\/div><\/div>
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Family House presents its first ever virtual Gala, Rock The House<\/a><\/div>
\"Family<\/a><\/div>

\n\tAmid the COVID-19 pandemic, Family House hosted its first virtual fundraiser, honoring Pat Monahan for his support. Guests worldwide enjoyed a live Train performance, auctions, and raised over $1.3 million to support families staying at Family House.  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Oktubre 2, 2021<\/div><\/div>
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25th Annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs Breaks $2M Fundraising Record<\/a><\/div>
\"25th<\/a><\/div>

\n\tAfter 18 months without in-person events, Family House hosted the 25th Annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs at Silverado Resort & Spa. Honoring Dan & Kathleen Toney and featuring Ayesha and Steph Curry, the event raised a record-breaking $2.1 million for Family House.  \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t
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