MEMBERSHIP

MEMBERSHIP

Thank you for your interest in Steel Magnolias. We are an all-volunteer group of over 60 active and sustaining members who all work diligently to support children with special needs. 

For over 20 years, members of Steel Magnolias have raised funds that are donated to the Stramski Children’s Developmental Center at Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach. We are their largest and longest serving source of financial support, contributing over 6.3 million dollars since our organization’s founding in 1999. All of the funds raised by Steel Magnolias stay locally in the Long Beach area.

Each year we host a variety of fundraising events. Our primary fundraiser is our annual Signature Event held each spring. In addition, we participate in the annual city-wide Long Beach Gives program. Each fall, we have smaller fundraising events.  Past events include Dine Local and Opportunity Ticket Draw for Travel, Shopping or Wine. All monies raised stay in the local Long Beach Community. 

Every member contributes their experience, talents, and connections to make every aspect of these events happen.  Our membership consists of members from the community with talents in finance, marketing, event planning, entertainment, business ownership, non-profit experience and more. 

Our Membership Committee meets throughout the year to review potential member’s applications. Traditionally our new members are recommended by our current members.

Volunteer and financial obligations include, but are not limited to:

  • Monthly meetings held on the 2nd Monday of the month at 5 pm in east Long Beach. Members must attend 50% of scheduled meetings (usually 6 of 12 monthly meetings).

  • Members serve on a Fundraising or Support committee. Support committees include Finance, Membership, Public Relations, and Fund Development.

    1. Married members are responsible for 2 tickets; single members are responsible for 1 ticket.  The cost varies but in recent years has been between $200 and $225 dollars.

    2. Buy or sell $100 worth of opportunity tickets.

    1. Donate $100 to the Steel Magnolia sponsorship of the event

    2. Buy or sell $100 worth of opportunity tickets.

We think you’ll find being a part of Steel Magnolias rewarding as well as fun. We invite you to get to know us by attending one of our Steel Magnolia events. 

If you would like additional information, please contact us at 562-331-8007 or email admin@thesteelmagnolias.org.

Learn more about Steel Magnolias’ work through our 2023 video!