A La Heart 2025: Celebrating 50 Years of LITA

A La Heart 2025 was a joyful celebration of LITA’s 50-year legacy—and a powerful reminder of the community that fuels our mission. Guests enjoyed inspiring live performances by Bridging Thru Music musicians, an exceptional silent auction, and a delicious three-course dinner provided by A Fork Full of Earth. The evening continued with a spirited Live Auction and a deeply moving Fund-A-Need that surpassed our goal of matching the $10,000 grant awarded to LITA by CityBridge Laguna Honda.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, LITA will now transform and expand Bridging Thru Music into Bridging Thru Arts—bringing even more music, dance, poetry, art and creative expression into the lives of isolated older adults across Marin.

We’re already looking forward to A La Heart 2026 as we continue building a more connected, creative Marin that truly sees and values our community’s older adults. Enjoy the recap of our 2025 celebration below!

  • Hors d'oeuvres & Beverages

    Wild Mushroom Phyllo cups, Steak Filet on Endive, Caprese Skewerette. Fine wines, "Love" IPA made by Almanac Beer Company in Alameda, CA, and non-alcoholic options.

  • Seated 3-Course Dinner

    LITA is proud to feature the delicious, farm-to-table cuisine of Fork Full of Earth Catering, whose vibrant, seasonal dishes will make A La Heart truly unforgettable. Entrees will include Cumin Crusted Salmon, Chicken Provençal and Tunisian Golden Cauliflower.

  • Live Music

    Enjoy an evening of beautiful music from LITA’s incredible Bridging Thru Music program musicians. From Bach to rock, there’s a wide variety of talent!

  • Spectacular Silent Auction

    Bid on fabulous items from our generous donors: from dinners out to fun activities, there’s something for everyone!

  • Esteemed Speakers

    Sit back and enjoy tales about LITA’s innovative programs and the loneliness epidemic we’re aiming to cure through our programs.


A Big Thank You to Our 2025 A La Heart Sponsors

Our signature A La Heart event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Their partnership helps us bring community, connection, and joy to Marin County’s older adults.

TITLE SPONSOR

($10,000+)

DIAMOND SPONSORS

($5,000 - $9,999)

PLATINUM SPONSORS

($2,500 - $4,999)

Meg Wallhagen

Marty and Deanna Lutzeier

GOLD SPONSORS

($1,500 - $2,499)

Bruce Burtch

SILVER SPONSORS

($1,000 - $1,499)

Judy Shaper

Dr. Denise Lucy

Kathie Woolard

Kevin Colgate

BRONZE SPONSORS

($500 - $999)

South Marin Health & Wellness

Drake Terrace

Bonnie J. Ryan

Petroleum Sales

HL Property Management

Hennessy Advisors

Home Instead

Barbara Meislin

Kay, Mark and Buddy Noguchi

Institute on Aging

Good Earth

Diamond Dispute Resolutions
(Philip R. Diamond)

Allan and Sydne Bortel

Jeanne Foreman

Richard & Barbara Cohn

Aging Solutions

Homa Rassouli Reverse Mortgage Specialist

Miguel & Becky Delgado

By the Bay Health

Lisa Brinkmann

College of Marin

A glimpse into the joy and community spirit of this year’s celebration—enjoy these highlights from LITA’s 2025 A La Heart as we prepare for another unforgettable event in 2026!