Our Upcoming Signature Event

May 3, 2026

empowering at-risk youth

Through Community Partnerships

We accomplish this mission by being the catalyst in building synergies between organizations to go beyond what they would do alone. Through events, the wine community, and other collaborative partners we hope to strengthen charities by creating a greater awareness of their needs and funding programs that positively impact the lives of California’s most vulnerable children.

Our Story

The philanthropic spirit of the wine community and a group of friends decided not to give up hope.

Buy Tickets

Our Uncork for Hope Signature Event is May 3, 2026! Join us at the Hyatt Huntington Beach for a memorable afternoon.

Get Involved

Learn about ways to become involved with our events and work we do in the community.

Charities

Our 2026 grant cycle is now open. Grant applications are due on December 15th at 5pm.

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Spotlight Charity: Fristers

The Uncork for Hope Foundation is proud to partner with Fristers. Fristers is dedicated to helping teen parents build healthy and stable lives and families through educational classes and workshops, mentoring, case management, and the support of a caring community.

Current winery partners

We are honored to work with these wineries and their families, who care deeply about helping the at-risk children of Southern California, as part of our ever-growing community of allies. Thank you for sharing your commitment, dedication and resources to better the lives of those in our community.

2025 Event Partners

We are incredibly thankful to our event partners whose collaboration and generosity help make each Uncork for Hope experience truly special. Your support allows us to create unforgettable events that not only celebrate community and connection but also make a real difference in the lives of at-risk children across Southern California.

Through your partnership, we are able to turn shared passion into purpose—raising vital funds and awareness for the organizations that bring hope and opportunity to those who need it most. Thank you for standing beside us and for being an integral part of creating change, one event at a time.

Board of Directors

President
Adam Coughran | Safe Kids, Inc.

 

Vice President & Founder
Bob Hartmann, Esq. | Hartmann Law Firm

 

Secretary & Founder
Adam Miller, Esq. | Miller Miller Gerber

 

Chief Wine Officer
Tony Lombardi | Lombardi Wines

 

Chief Financial Officer
Kevin Hennings, CPA | Hoffski Pisano & Company

 

Chief Advisor & Founder
Christina Garkovich

 

Board Member
Angie Bynum | NoRTH Italia

 

Board Member
Cabell Coursey | Browne Family Wines

 

Board Member
Matt Dubois | Tech Entrepreneur

Board Member
Deven Dufresne | Four Sons Brewery

 

Board Member
Chris Guerrero | Wine Industry

 

Board Member
Justin Harmon | Argot Wines

 

Board Member & Founder
Nicholas Kochek, MBA | Philanthropist

 

Board Member
Pamela Roossin | Joshua Chase Jewelers

 

Board Member
Jason Schmidt | AssuredPartners

 

Board Member
Peter Swanson | Philanthropist

 

Board Member
Maggie Tillman | Alta Colina