C4K “Cruise 4 Kids” is a nonprofit organization that started as a sports & exotic car rally fundraiser in 2011 by founder Nino Venturella as a benefit for the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito. With the immense success of the C4K Rally, we created a winter black tie charity event called The Teddy Ball in 2013 and The Bunny Ball in spring of 2014. In September of 2014, C4K received its 501c3 status and now organizes multiple events that benefit various youth organizations and foundations. C4K is on the path to grow its outreach through its unique events, fundraisers, and branding.

C4K’s mission is to raise money through our charity events to support and fund other youth organizations on a local, state, federal, and global level. C4K is truly a nonprofit meaning that the board members do not take a salary and dedicate their time and resources for free. We want to help promote and bring awareness to other nonprofits in the community that may not have the resources or ability to organize niche events.

With each event, Cruise 4 Kids’ goal is to provide:

• A positive & safe environment

• Opportunity for children to participate & learn about new and exciting experiences

• Create community events that focus on supporting our local youth programs

• Engage with other non-profits that work with sick and underprivileged children

• Work with volunteers to make these events happen

C4K seeks individuals and organizations to help support our efforts through sponsorship, donations, and volunteering. Our board is comprised of 6 members who have each contributed numerous hours and their expertise to build C4K into the great foundation it is today.

We want be instrumental in helping our community partners by raising money for youth programs, creating awareness, and educating people on how they can make a difference. Contact Us for more info!

Cruise 4 Kids has three exciting signature charity events that our supporters love to attend. We host the Bunny Ball in Spring, C4K Car Show & Rally in Summer, and the Teddy Ball on Thanksgiving weekend. Click on the profile below to learn more.

The Bunny Ball is black tie charity event in spring that collects 1,500+ new stuffed bunnies to donate to sick and needy children. Similar to The Teddy Ball, it benefits multiple youth and children's hospital and organizations in San Diego county. An exciting celebration to start off Spring season and help children in need. The Bunny Ball is San Diego's favorite spring celebration.

SPRING 2025

BLACK-TIE • 21+ • DJ • DANCING • PERFORMERS

The annual Cruise 4 Kids "C4K" Car Show is held the weekend after Labor Day located in the Il Fornaio Coronado parking lot at the Coronado Ferry Landing. See SoCal's finest collection of exotics, classics, & muscle cars showcased in a Cars and Coffee format. We encourage you to bring family and friends to the free event. Visit Cruise 4 Kids & vendor booths, meet the drivers and Rally Girls. Join us for our next C4K Car Show in September 2025.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2025

FREE EVENT • OPEN TO PUBLIC • FAMILY FRIENDLY

The Teddy Ball is an exclusive black-tie charity event that is held on Thanksgiving weekend, benefiting youth organizations and children's hospitals. This celebration brings together San Diego's finest to create a collection of Teddy Bears to donate to sick and needy children. The 2024 Teddy Ball was held at the Hyatt Regency at the Aventine, La Jolla, and had San Diego’s finest light up the night with smiles and photos that will last a lifetime. We were able to accomplish this buy honoring 12 Hosts who represented different business industries and gave their peers, clients, and colleagues tickets to attend our event. Join us for our next Teddy Ball in November 29th, 2025 .

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2025

BLACK-TIE • 21+ • DJ • DANCING • PERFORMERS