A History of Magical Memories
2004
With 7 locations in operation, the Paul Mitchell School network raised $180,000 for the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, which donated on the network's behalf to Leeza Gibbons’ Alzheimer’s care centers (Leeza’s Place).
2005
With roughly 30 schools, the Paul Mitchell School network raised $260,000 for the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, which donated on the network's behalf to Leeza’s Place.
2006
Now at roughly 60 schools, participating Future Professionals raised $430,000 for the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, which donated on the network's behalf to Leeza’s Place.
2007
With more than 70 schools, the Paul Mitchell School network raised $615,000 for the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, which donated on the network's behalf to Leeza’s Place and Habitat for Humanity
2008
The Paul Mitchell School network raised over $930,000 for the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, whhich donated on their behalf to Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, Larry King Cardiac Foundation, Food 4 Africa, Sister Bonnie’s Franciscan Haircuts from the Heart, NCA Disaster Relief Fund, and CUT IT OUT, bringing the 5-year total to more than $2.5 million.
2009
Participating Future Professionals raised $939,906 for the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, which donated on the Paul Mitchell School network's behalf to Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, Larry King Cardiac Foundation, Food 4 Africa, Cancer Schmancer, City of Hope, and Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, in honor of Paul Mitchell who lost his life 20 years ago to that disease, bringing the 6-year total to nearly $3.4 million.
2010
With 100 schools in the network, participating Future Professionals raised a record-breaking $1.2 million for the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, which donated on the Paul Mitchell School network's behalf to Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, Larry King Cardiac Foundation, Food 4 Africa, and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, bringing the grand total to over $4.6 million.
2011
This year's campaign hit another record high, raising over $1.7 million for the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, which donated on the Paul Mitchell School network's behalf to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, Morris Animal Foundation, Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, Food 4 Africa, and Cancer Schmancer. Top FUNraiser Paul Mitchell The School Dallas raised over $101,000 to help bring the 8-year total to more than $6 million.
2012
Surpassing their goal by more than half a million dollars, the Paul Mitchell School network raised an astonishing $2.5 million - bringing the 9-year total to over $8.5 million. Co-hosted by Marie Osmond and Winn Claybaugh, the 2012 Gala moved to the Beverly Hilton, home of the Golden Globe awards. Joining the fun: Betty White, Fran Drescher, Kristin Bauer, Kathy Buckley, John Paul DeJoria, and Angus Mitchell, with entertainment by Grammy nominee Natasha Bedingfield.
2013
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the FUNraising campaign, the Paul Mitchell School network raised over $2.6 million, bringing their 10-year total to more than $11.2 million! Co-hosted by Winn Claybaugh and comedian Kathy Buckley, the star-studded Gala featured Betty White, Fran Drescher, John Schneider, Megyn Price, Eden Sassoon, John Paul DeJoria, Angus Mitchell, and entertainment by country star Sara Evans and actress Tichina Arnold.
2014
This year, 110 Paul Mitchell Schools raised over $2.1 million for charity, bringing their grand total to $13.3 million. Co-hosted by Fran Drescher and Winn Claybaugh, the 2014 Gala featured Magic Johnson, Marie Osmond, Danny Trejo, Kathy Buckley, and John Paul DeJoria.
2015
Bringing their 12-year total to $15.2 million, Paul Mitchell Schools raised $1.2 million for charity and celebrated once again at the Beverly Hilton with co-hosts Winn Claybaugh and Pauley Perrette of NCIS. Representing their charities were Magic Johnson, Fran Drescher, Marie Osmond, Gary Sinise, Dolph Lundgren, Kathy Buckley, Seth Maxwell, and Eden Sassoon.
2016
The grand total climbed to $16.7 million as the Paul Mitchell School network raised $1.5 million for charity. Co-hosted by Winn Claybaugh and Leeza Gibbons at the Beverly Hilton, the 13th annual Gala featured beauty industry icons and Hollywood legends Fran Drescher, Michael Jai White, Marie Osmond, Chyler Leigh, Kathy Buckley, Ruth Roche, Robert Lobetta, Martin Parsons, and more.
2017
Bringing their 14-year total to $18.2 million, the Paul Mitchell School network raised $1.5 million for charity and celebrated at the Loews Hollywood Hotel with co-hosts Winn Claybaugh and Leeza Gibbons. Representing their charities were Mira Sorvino, Cedric King, Marie Osmond, Seth Maxwell, Eden Sassoon, Fran Drescher, Kathy Buckley, and John Paul DeJoria (not pictured).
2018
Taking the 15-year total to more than $20 million, the Paul Mitchell School network raised $1.5 million and returned to the Beverly Hilton for this year's Gala. Co-hosts Winn Claybaugh and tWitch were joined by celebrity partners Dean and Jeanne Braa Foster, Angus Mitchell, Kathy Buckley, Marie Osmond, Gary Sinise, John Paul DeJoria, Fran Drescher, Leeza Gibbons, Angelica Hale, Miss America 2018 Cara Mund, Seth Maxwell, and Garrett Clayton.
2019
With the addition of $1.4 million, the Paul Mitchell School network brought their grand total to over $21 million this year. The 2019 Gala featured co-hosts Leeza Gibbons and Winn Claybaugh; special guests Joe Mantegna, Kathy Buckley, Seth Maxwell, Steven R. McQueen, Eden Sassoon, Dr. Daniel Amen, Angus Mitchell, and John Paul DeJoria, plus entertainment by Mary Wilson of the Supremes and America’s Got Talent finalist Brian King Joseph.
2020
This year’s campaign started in February but came to a screeching halt at the midpoint when the coronavirus pandemic struck and quarantine began. After only five weeks and thousands of creative FUNraising events, the Paul Mitchell School network raised over $852,000 to benefit local and national charities, bringing their 17-year total to over $22 million.
2021
The Beverly Hilton’s International Ballroom was filled to socially distanced capacity as the Paul Mitchell School network celebrated the results of their 18th annual FUNraising campaign and 20-year anniversary. This year's campaign raised over $1.3 million, bringing the 18-year total to more than $23 million. Hosted by Winn Claybaugh, Marie Osmond, and Leeza Gibbons, the Gala featured special guests Cedric King, Kathy Buckley, John Paul DeJoria, and Seth Maxwell, with entertainment by Broadway star Megan Hilty and CMN Hospital Ambassador Ava Paige.
2022
Celebrating another $1 million FUNraising campaign and bringing the grand total to $24 million, the 19th annual Gala returned to the Beverly Hilton, hosted by Winn Claybaugh, Marie Osmond, Nicole Scherzinger, John Paul DeJoria, AJ Buckley, Leeza Gibbons, Kathy Buckley, and Seth Maxwell. Terri Nunn of Berlin was also on hand to introduce this year’s entertainer, Tony and Grammy-winning Hamilton star, Renée Elise Goldsberry.
2023
Marking its 20th anniversary, this year's campaign raised $1 million, bringing the grand total to $25 million. Co-hosted by Winn Claybaugh, Missi Pyle, John Paul DeJoria, Leeza Gibbons, Monique Coleman, Kathy Buckley, Taylor Hanson, and Seth Maxwell at the Beverly Hilton, the event featured entertainment by Grammy-nominated singer / songwriter Jordin Sparks.
2024
Co-hosted by Winn Claybaugh, AnnaLynne McCord, John Paul DeJoria, Leeza Gibbons, Kathy Buckley, and Seth Maxwell, the 21st annual Gala celebrated the $26 million total to date with entertainment by multi-platinum recording artist Phillip Phillips.
2025
The 22nd annual FUNraising Gala returned to the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Los Angeles, where co-hosts Winn Claybaugh and Reno Wilson celebrated the campaign’s $27 million milestone. Special guests and presenters included Paul DeJoria, Marie Osmond, Leeza Gibbons, Kay Buck, Seth Maxwell, and Cedric King, with entertainment by multi-platinum–selling singer/songwriter Andy Grammer.
Meet Our Team
The Heart Behind Our Mission
Our dedicated team works tirelessly to make a difference in our community.
Alice Johnson
Director of Programs
Alice leads our outreach initiatives and inspires our volunteers.
Mark Thompson
Fundraising Manager
Mark coordinates our fundraising efforts and connects with generous donors.
Sarah Lee
Volunteer Coordinator
Sarah encourages engagement and helps our volunteers find their roles.
James Carter
Community Liaison
James builds partnerships in the community to amplify our impact.
Linda Green
Program Assistant
Linda supports our programs and ensures smooth operations.
Tom Reed
Event Planner
Tom organizes our events and ensures they run smoothly from start to finish.
Emma White
Outreach Specialist
Emma connects with other organizations to share resources and ideas.