Save the Date! Monday, May 18, 2026: SASF Golf Tournament
Get ready to hit the greens for a great cause! SASF is excited to announce that our 2026 SASF Golf Tournament will take place on Monday, May 18, 2026, at The Reserve at Spanos Park in Stockton, CA.
This annual event brings together golfers, sponsors, and community members for a fun-filled day of friendly competition and camaraderie—all while supporting SASF's youth and community programs.
Players will enjoy a beautiful course, great company, and a delicious Tri-Tip & Chicken Buffet Dinner served right at the golf course.
- Date: Monday, May 18, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM start
- Location: The Reserve at Spanos Park, 6301 West Eight Mile Road, Stockton, CA 95219
- Entry Fee: $160 per player
- Online registration opens January 2026
Gather your foursome, mark your calendars, and stay tuned for registration details in the new year. Whether you’re an avid golfer or just love supporting the SASF community, this is one event you won't want to miss!
From Struggle to Strength: Reflections from the S4SWellness Workshop
By Ted Fong, SASF Strive for Strength
On October 22, SASF, in partnership with Sacramento Youth Center (SYC), concluded a five-week workshop, "8 Dimensions of Wellness," to help young people find their voice, manage their emotions, stay healthy, and build resilience in the face of life's challenges. The program was led by SYC's Clarissa Sainz.
14 students from several Elk Grove Unified School District schools — including Monterey Trail High School, Franklin High School, and Toby Johnson Middle School — participated in the workshop. They discovered the importance of self-awareness, reaching out for help, and communicating openly about their struggles. For many, the workshop became a life-changing experience that reshaped how they view themselves and their potential.
Students wrote essays to address perseverance, self-discovery, and healing in their lives.
In "My Journey Without Him," Edyan Firth describes how she coped with the absence of her father, the illness of her mother, and how she took care of her younger brother through it all. She writes, "Having learned some ways to move on from negative experiences, I now talk my feelings out with someone I really trust. I've distanced myself from people who don't bring any purpose to my life." Read essay.
In "Basketball on My Mind," Emmie Lee talks about how her coach and other players on her team constantly made her feel bad. But, a turn of events presented an opportunity to help others and love the game again. Read essay.
In "The Pursuit of Knowledge," Sky Lee learned from Kobe Bryant's Mamba Mentality how to get out of his comfort zone and improve himself in all aspects of life. He writes, "I know that the more knowledgeable I become, the better I will become at any job, allowing me to branch into whatever field I want to pursue." Read essay.
With programs like 8 Dimensions of Wellness, SASF Strive for Strength continues to provide a safe, inclusive environment where students can share their stories, connect with others, and grow in confidence. We teach that wellness is not about perfection, it's about making progress and having the courage to keep going.
If you would like to attend Strive for Strength or become a volunteer, please join our interest list.
Reminder! Creative Space Holiday Food and Craft Fair: November 22
Can you believe it? The countdown is on — The Creative Space's 5th Annual Holiday Food & Craft Fair is happening Saturday, November 22, 2025 right here at SASF!
Get ready to kick off the holiday season the best way possible — by shopping local, supporting small businesses, and finding one-of-a-kind gifts that spread serious cheer.
What to Expect:
- 100+ local food and craft vendors with festive, handmade, and unique finds
- Delicious eats from fan-favorite food trucks
- Live DJ spinning holiday hits all day
- Arts & crafts for kids — fun for the whole family!
Don't wait — gather your friends, bring your holiday list, and make a day of it! You’ll find everything from Asian- and Disney-themed gifts to handmade jewelry, cozy apparel, and the sweetest baked treats in town.
Where: SASF
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025 | 10:00am - 4:00pm
And don't forget — if you can't make it to this one, there's a second chance to shop local on Saturday, December 20, 2025!
Let's make this holiday season merry, bright, and local!
Donations
We are extremely grateful to the many individuals, families and businesses who continue to support and donate to SASF throughout the year.
- Eudora Loh for SPARK
- Gay M. Satow for Sports for Life
- Gary and Janet Miura
- Jeanie Voong via United Way
- Dan Yamanaka via United Way
- Donna Yee
- Paul and Rosaline Lau via United Way
- Bradley Crandall via United Way
- David Hironaka via United way
- K S Mori via United Way
- K S Ng via United Way
- Michael Watanabe via United Way
- Vaughn Lee in memory of Amy Wong
- Glenn Nakao in memory of Amy Wong
- Clyde and Tammi Uchida in memory of Amy Wong
- Gordon Low in memory of Amy Wong
- Teri Fukushima-Yee in memory of Tosh Matsuura
- Sharon and David Tanigawa in memory of Amy Wong
- Barbara Ueda in memory of Amy Wong
- Jill and Russ Kanemasu in memory of Amy Wong
- Hiroshi E Yamamoto in memory of Amy Wong
- Mamie Yee in memory of Amy Wong
Consider Donating Through Chris Wong's PG&E Community Connect Giving Fund
Growing up with SASF, Chris is giving back through PG&E's match program which matches donations dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. Chris is SASF's sponsor for PG&E’s Peer to Peer Fundraising Community. As a PG&E employee, he invites you to donate to a cause that he cares about. PG&E employees select the nonprofits that they support through Peer-to-Peer Fundraising and PG&E matches contributions to eligible organizations.
"I grew up in this program, first in summer basketball league and giving back as a basketball coach and referee. This organization does so much for the communities of Sacramento and Elk Grove. Their dedication to youth development through sports and leadership programs include teen women empowerment, a talent show completely organized by youth, and basketball, ages 7-18. They have added new programs to address teen mental health, and sports programs and a fishing derby for special needs youth. Pickleball for Seniors continues to grow by leaps and bounds. An anticipated program with SMUD includes classes on the use of modern and efficient kitchen equipment."
"Join me and my friends who participated in SASF programs and are now giving back in different ways. Donate via the PG&E YourCause website using the Guest option."
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