A Way to Support The El Cerrito 4th of July Celebration: 17 Years and Counting!

For the past 17 years, our family, and many volunteers, have been proud to organize a 4th of July celebration that brings joy and togetherness to the El Cerrito community. This event has grown over the years, becoming a beloved tradition for many families. While we've always been fortunate to receive generous donations, the initial expenses come out of our family's pocket, and our goal each year is to break even.

Thank You for The Generosity in 2024

At the end of the 2023 celebration, we ended up with a deficit of nearly $1,300. But, due to neighbors' generous donations in 2024, the deficit was erased and the event broke even for 2024. This included a $600 donation from the sale of Liz's Abeyta original oil painting (https://www.elcerrito4th.com/el-cerrito-4th-of-july-8203original-painting-silent-auction.html) and nearly $1,500 from a GoFundMe campaign.

You can see the financial recap on the El Cerrito 4th Website.

https://www.elcerrito4th.com/event-finances.html

How You Can Help

Neighbors continue to ask how they can support the festivities over the 3rd and 4th. The movie night on July 3rd has turned into a fabulous block party for the whole family. To make this night such an amazing experience, we do need to rent professional sound and projector equipment. A small contribution from each of you can help us offset these expenses and ensure that the 3rd and 4th of July celebrations continue to be a highlight of the year.

Any amount, big or small, makes a difference. Every dollar contributed will go directly towards covering the costs of event-related expenses.

We really appreciate your support and look forward to celebrating another fantastic Fourth of July with you. Thank you for helping us keep this tradition alive! - The Widmer Family

A Note About Our Goal

The total goal is a net $900 as GoFundMe adds 2.9% to each transaction. The biggest increase in expense for 2025 is $350 for increased insurance coverage. Because of the size of the event, our costs have increased. Our goal reflects these costs.

2025 Expense Projections - ($1,724)

July 3rd & 4th Insurance: $850 ($425 for each day required by City of San Diego)

elcerrito4th.com Website: $144/yr

Road Closure Sign Rental: $92

Movie Night Movie: $18.00

Movie Night Sound Rental: $500

Misc Expenses: $120

Income Projections - $950

Estimated T-Shirts Revenue: $450

Estimated Cash Donations: $200

Estimated 4th Painting Auction $300

Projected Delta: ($774)

2025 GoFundMe Goal: $900