The Country Friends Announce Art of Fashion Chair

Pat O’Conner Announced as Chair, Zandra Rhodes Announced a Honoree

RANCHO SANTA FE, CA (March 23, 2015) – The Country Friends celebrates 61 years of philanthropy and fashion this fall when the organization presents he annual Art of Fashion on Thursday, September 17, at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. The nonprofit announced today that it is honored to partner for the 11th straight year with South Coast Plaza, an international destination known for luxury shopping, personal service and upscale amenities. Proceeds from the fashion show and luncheon, featuring boutique shopping and Apres Affaire wine tasting, benefit more than 30 San Diego County charities, including Angel’s Depot, Armed Services YMCA, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Burn Institute, Canine Companions, Hospice of The North Coast, Mama’s Kitchen, Pro Kids The First Tee of San Diego, Promises2Kids, Ronald McDonald House Charities, San Diego Brain Injury Foundation, and many more.