Artful Start: Back-to-School Fundraiser at Upper East

Dine Out. Give Back. Fuel Creativity.

Support students and the arts with one simple (and delicious) choice, dine at Upper East on August 3, and 15% of your bill will benefit the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation and its Artful Start: Back-to-School event.

So relax, dinner is made for you and your meal helps provide local K–12 students in need with the resources, inspiration, and support they deserve to start the school year strong.

Why It Matters

Your support helps fund Artful Start, a free back-to-school celebration designed to uplift and empower local students through creativity and community. Hosted by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation as part of our Arts for All programming, this event provides:

- Art-filled backpacks with high-quality supplies, art books, and planners

- Complimentary haircuts so students head back feeling fresh and confident

- Hands-on art projects and a free annual museum pass for every student

- Access to local resources through a family-focused community fair

How You Can Help

It’s easy:

Dine at Upper East anytime on Sunday, August 3, and 15% of your total bill will be donated back to the Foundation.

Don’t forget to mention you are there for the fundraiser.

Show up hungry and ready to support a great cause.

Spread the Word

Can’t make it? Share the event with friends, post on social, or make a direct donation to help us reach even more students this school year.

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