Make It Happen for Yolo County's 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose

Fundraiser event to provide furniture and household goods for under-resourced transition age youth

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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The 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event is happening on February 7, 2026, benefiting Make It Happen for Yolo County, an organization that provides furniture, household goods, and essential items to under-resourced transition age youth, many of whom are moving out on their own after foster care or homelessness. The event will feature a painting activity led by local artist Joanne Andresen, as well as beverages, light fare, and door prizes.

Why it matters

Make It Happen for Yolo County has been supporting transition age youth in the community for over a decade, helping them establish their first homes with essential furnishings and household items. This annual fundraiser event is crucial to the organization's ability to continue providing these vital services to a vulnerable population.

The details

Tickets for the 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event are on sale now, priced at $75 per ticket or $300 for a table of four. The event will take place from 2:00 to 5:30 PM on February 7, 2026, at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis. In addition to the painting activity, the event will feature beverages, light fare, and door prizes. The event is sponsored by First Northern Bank, Bogle Family Wineries, and Pence Gallery.

  • The 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event is happening on February 7, 2026.

The players

Make It Happen for Yolo County

A nonprofit organization that provides furniture, household goods, and essential items to under-resourced transition age youth in Yolo County, many of whom are moving out on their own after foster care or homelessness.

Joanne Andresen

A local artist who will be leading the painting activity at the 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event.

First Northern Bank

A sponsor of the 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event.

Bogle Family Wineries

A sponsor of the 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event.

Pence Gallery

A sponsor of the 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event.

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What’s next

Tickets for the 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event are on sale now at www.MIHYolo.org.

The takeaway

The 3rd Annual Paint for a Purpose event is a crucial fundraiser for Make It Happen for Yolo County, an organization that has been supporting transition age youth in the community for over a decade by providing them with essential furnishings and household items to help establish their first homes.