San Diego Brain Injury Foundation

09/18/2026

The SDBIF Friendraiser is TOMORROW! 🎨✨

Doors open at 6 PM at the Admiral Baker Clubhouse for an unforgettable evening celebrating The Art of Recovery with 10 incredible brain injury survivor artists, live music, wine, silent auction, delicious bites, networking and meaningful connections. Please share this post with someone who should be there!

Online tickets are just $75—but sales close TODAY at 7 PM PST!
Miss the online ticket sale? You can still walk up tomorrow, but door tickets increase to $100.

And get ready to bid! 👀 Our Silent Auction is packed with exceptional items and experiences you won’t want to miss.

Don’t wait—get your tickets now! 👉 https://hubs.li/Q04xVQ-h0

09/18/2026

Get ready to bid at the Friendraiser on Saturday at 6 PM at the Admiral Baker Clubhouse!

This year’s Silent Auction is filled with an incredible collection of items and experiences— including some truly exceptional finds you won’t want to miss.

Whether you’re looking for something special for yourself, a memorable experience, or the perfect gift, there will be plenty worth bidding on.

To everyone who donated an auction item: thank you! Your generosity makes this evening extra special, and every dollar raised helps SDBIF continue providing programs and services to our brain injury community. 💜

Here’s a sneak peek at just a few of what’s waiting for you…

Get your tickets online now (day-of, walk-up ticket prices go up to $100): https://hubs.li/Q04xQxNn0

09/16/2026

Meet the 2026 Friendraiser Honorary Chairwoman, Megan Hurley!!!

From her book, to attending NUMEROUS SDBIF events, to teaching Zumba classes that benefit SDBIF, to being a public speaker raising awareness for brain injury, Megan is an incredible ambassador for brain injury recovery.

Come out to the Friendraiser THIS Saturday to meet her and be inspired by her journey, as well as all of the survivor artists that will be there!

Get your tickets today: https://hubs.li/Q04xHX1F0

09/16/2026

Our Executive Director, Roslyn, is so excited to welcome you to the 2026 SDBIF Friendraiser—The Art of Recovery!

This Saturday, September 19th, we are coming together at the beautiful Admiral Baker Clubhouse for an unforgettable evening. It’s the perfect opportunity to network, connect with old friends, and make new ones, all while supporting brain injury survivors and their families.

What to expect:
🤝 Networking with community members and brain injury professionals
🎨 Incredible artwork from our survivor artists
🍷 Wine and Hors d'oeuvres
🎁 An amazing silent auction with the best donations from across San Diego County!

Time is running out to get your tickets! Don’t miss this wonderful evening of community and connection.

Get your tickets today: https://hubs.li/Q04xCQt_0

09/14/2026

Take it from Andreia—you don’t want to miss this amazing evening!

A longtime Friendraiser attendee and SDBIF Board Member, Andreia shares why this event is one she looks forward to every year: celebrating the incredible achievements of survivor artists and leaving the evening knowing she’s helped make a difference in the lives of brain injury survivors.

So get your tickets and tell your friends to come too! It is all happening THIS SATURDAY, September 19 from 6-8:30pm.

https://hubs.li/Q04xvtFM0


JohnandAndreia Barbosa

09/13/2026

A special keepsake for a special evening!

When you join us for the SDBIF Friendraiser next Saturday (9/19), you’ll get to take home a custom wine stopper, generously sponsored by Collage Rehabilitation Partners!

In their own words, "We always want to support the BI community, and events like this that celebrate talents and abilities are extra special."

Enjoy an evening filled with inspiring survivor artwork, wine, music, networking, and connection—and leave with a little something to remember the night.

Get your tickets now and join us to experience the Art of Brain Injury Recovery!
https://hubs.ly/Q04xkM7y0

09/11/2026

Meet 10 AMAZING survivor artists at this year’s SDBIF Friendraiser!

On Saturday, September 19, these talented artists will share their work—and their stories of using art as part of their brain injury recovery journey. From oil and acrylic paintings to ceramics, watercolor, custom greeting cards, writing, and more, each artist brings a unique perspective, talent, and story to The Art of Recovery.

Come meet these incredible artists, hear their stories, be inspired by their journeys, and see—and purchase—their original works of art! It’s a beautiful evening celebrating creativity, resilience, and recovery that you won’t want to miss.

Get your tickets today at https://hubs.li/Q04xj3Jd0

09/10/2026

Thanks to Thorson Law Group, Ltd., guests at this year’s SDBIF Friendraiser will be able to capture the evening with our special photo booth—and take home a photo to remember the night!

With inspiring survivor artwork, wine, music, networking, and plenty of opportunities to connect, this is a night you don’t want to miss!

Get your tickets today and join us Saturday, September 19 at 6pm!

Get your tickets today and join us Saturday, September 19 at 6:00 PM!
SDBIF.org/Friendraiser

09/09/2026

Michael Carini of Carini Arts, one of our featured survivor artists, shares why SBDIF and the Friendraiser mean so much to him—and it’s a powerful reminder of why events like the SDBIF Friendraiser matter. 💙

Join us on September 19 from 6:00–8:30 PM for an inspiring evening bringing together brain injury survivors, family members, friends, and professionals for connection, networking, music, wine, and incredible artwork created by 10 featured survivor artists.

Whether you are part of the brain injury community personally or professionally, this is an opportunity to connect with others, celebrate the journey of recovery, and support the programs and services that help ensure survivors and their families feel loved, understood, and never alone.

We’re only 10 days away, and we need you there! Get your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable evening.:
https://hubs.li/Q04x4TJm0

09/08/2026

We all need to have a safe space to talk and feel heard. Brain injury recovery affects more than just the survivor. Family, friends and caregivers need help navigating frustrations, issues, questions and general mental health too!

If you are a family member, friend or caregiver of a brain injury survivor, SDBIF is hosting a support group THIS FRIDAY from 2-3:30 PST via Zoom that is a safe space to connect, share experiences, exchange helpful tips, and find encouragement from others who understand. You just have to sign up!

Reserve your spot today by clicking the link below:
https://hubs.li/Q04w-wSW0

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Caregiver/Friend/Family Support Group. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.