Congratulations to the 2026 All-In 4 Change winners!

What a wonderful day for all involved! On August 15, Harrah’s Resort SoCal celebrated the 15 winners of the 11th annual All-in 4 Change cash grant program with a beautiful luncheon event.

With $250,000 in grants on the line, we saw hundreds of entries from charities ranging from environmental causes, elderly assistance, military, youth, LGBTQ services and more!

A big shout out to all who attended this year’s event, including our event host Mario Lopez who graciously handed each winner their prize.

2026 All-in 4 Change Winners!

1st Place & $100,000: Janet Goeske Foundation
2nd Place & $40,000: Gay for Good
3rd Place & $30,000: Frosted Faces
4th Place & $20,000: Favors for Neighbors
5th Place & $10,000: Alzheimer’s Association
Plus, 10 Honorable Mention Grants: $5,000 each

Thank you all for a great day and again, congratulations to all these wonderful recipients:

2025 All-in 4 Change winners included: 

1st Place & $100,000: Janet Goeske Foundation 
2nd Place & $40,000: Gay for Good
3rd Place & $30,000: Frosted Faces
4th Place & $20,000: Favors for Neighbors
5th Place & $10,000: Alzheimer’s Association

10 Honorable Mentions earned $5,000 in cash: 

• St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center
• Strong Hearted Women’s Native Coalition
• Interfaith Community Services
• The Firehouse Family
• Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation
• Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center
• Young and Prosperous Foundation
• Judith A Bassett Canid Education & Conservation
• Berry Good Food
• Bliss Care Foundation

Important Dates

May 1 - May 29: Application Phase Begins

Applications are accepted May 1 - May 29.
May 29: Application Phase Ends

Deadline to submit all applications is May 29 at 11:59pm PT.
May 30 – June 4: Request Evaluation Phase

All applications are evaluated by the All-in 4 Change Committee at Harrah’s Resort SoCal to ensure they meet contest criteria.
June 9: Eligible Applicants Informed

The All-in 4 Change Committee will contact eligible applicants who will move on to Stage 2: Community Voting Phase.
June 15 – June 29: Community Voting Phase Begins

The community is encouraged to vote for their favorite non-profit in the group of finalists. Polls open at 9am on June 15 and close at 5pm on June 29.
June 30: Votes Tabulated

Polls close on June 29 at 5pm PT and votes are tabulated to count for 50% of the overall All-in 4 Change scores. The remaining 50% of entrants’ scores will be determined by the Harrah’s Resort SoCal All-in 4 Change Committee. The following criteria is considered:
How well the project/organization aligns with Harrah’s Resort SoCal’s goals in the community.
Overall significance of the project or group, including long-term objectives and community impact.
How well the project or group and partnership with Harrah’s Resort SoCal will be promoted to key stake holders and the general community.
The ability of that program or group to define clear metrics for success.
July 6: Winners Notified

The top 15 organizations are notified that they have received a grant:
First Place: $100,000
Second Place: $40,000
Third Place: $30,000
Fourth Place: $20,000
Fifth Place: $10,000
Ten Honorable Mention Grants: $5,000 each
August 15: Winners’ Event at Harrah’s Resort SoCal

The winners are invited to an event in their honor, celebrating their achievement! Actual prizes will be revealed to each winner at the All-in 4 Change winners' event.