About Us
We Change Lives—The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Who We Are & Meet the Committee
The We Change Lives Gala is Orange County Council’s signature fundraising and community celebration.
Hosted by Scouting America, Orange County Council, the event brings together local leaders, supporters, volunteers, alumni, and families who believe in creating better opportunities for young people.
Jazmmin Brookins
Gala Chair
Director at Hyundai AutoEver America
Denise Sparacio
Vice Chair of Fund Development
Sales Director at The Walt Disney Company
Rylee Ambler
Gala Committee Member
Sr. Sales Manager at WorldStrides
Margo Carpio
Gala Committee Member
Sr. Staff Accountant at Turion Space
Michael Johnson
Gala Committee Member
Market Manager at Republic Services
Roberto Lemus
Gala Committee Member
C.O.O. at Branding is Social Inc
Rna Waheb
Gala Committee Member
Sr. Construction Project Manager at Terawatt
Why We Gather
Scouting helps young people build confidence, character, leadership skills, and a commitment to serving others.
Funds raised through the gala support:
- Local Scouting programs
- Camps and outdoor experiences
- Leadership development
- Financial assistance for families
- Program growth throughout Orange County
An Evening That Changes Lives
Hosted by Scouting America, Orange County Council, the We Change Lives Gala brings together community leaders, supporters, volunteers, alumni, and families for an evening of dinner, entertainment, auctions, recognition, and inspiring stories.
Your support helps provide life-changing Scouting experiences for young people throughout Orange County.
Join us as a guest, sponsor, donor, or community partner.
Together, We Change Lives.
