By Carolyn Christian – Chair, 50th Anniversary Committee
Next year marks a major milestone — the 50th Anniversary of the Orange County Wine Society! For half a century, OCWS members have poured their passion into building a nonprofit organization that celebrates wine, education, friendship, and community. As we approach our golden anniversary, we’re not only looking ahead to the next 50 years — we’re also taking time to honor the incredible history that brought us here.
Over the decades, members have created heartwarming memories and lovingly saved photos, awards, ribbons, programs, glasses, and other priceless keepsakes that tell our story. Now it’s our turn to preserve that history for future generations. To make this possible, we’ve created the 50th Anniversary Memorial Fund, which will support the purchase of archival materials, digitization services, and the collection of oral histories from long-time members.
Your donation will help ensure that our memories, milestones, and legacy live on — beautifully preserved for decades to come.
As part of this preservation effort, we’re also creating a stunning coffee table book that captures the images, stories, and spirit of OCWS from our founding in 1976 to today. This one-of-a-kind keepsake will be a must-have for every member!
Donation Levels & Thank-You Gifts
| Level | Amount | 50th Anniversary SWAG |
| Bronze | $25+ | Essential Wine Tasting Pocket Guide |
| Silver | $50+ | Etched Champagne Flute |
| Gold | $100+ | Insulated Wine Bag |
| Double Gold | $250+ | Cordless Wine Opener + OCWS 50th Anniversary Book |
| Best of Class | $500+ | All 5 SWAG Items |
| Decades | $1,000+ | All 5 SWAG Items + 1 pair of tickets to a 50th Anniversary Event |
| Legacy | $5,000+ | All 5 SWAG Items + 5 pairs of tickets to 50th Anniversary Events |
Donating is simple!
- Zelle: zelle@ocws.org
- Online: 50th Anniversary Fund (You must be logged on to have access to this page. Find this under Members menu.)
- Check: Please note “50th Anniversary Fund” on your payment. Mail to: P.O. Box 11059 Costa Mesa CA 92627
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, donations to OCWS are typically tax-deductible — please check with your tax professional for details.
Together, let’s celebrate our golden anniversary by preserving the legacy that has made OCWS shine for 50 years — and ensure it continues to sparkle for the next 50 and beyond.