Join actors Ed Begley, Jr. & Phil Hendrie in celebrating "Ten Years of Awareness, Caring and Change" - the theme for Orang Utan Republik Foundation's Annual Pongo Environmental Awards & Benefit hosted at a private, spacious home in the heights of beautiful West Pasadena. Saturday, October 7th from 5 pm - 9 pm. You are cordially invited.
Phil Hendrie
We are happy that radio personality and voice actor, Phil Hendrie will be co-emceeing the event with Ed Begley Jr. Phil is an American radio personality, actor, and voiceover artist.He is widely known for his voiceover talent throughout the radio and film industry. He came to prominence in the 1990s hosting. The Phil Hendrie Show, a radio talk show where he portrayed both himself as a calm, rational host while simultaneously portraying any of several outrageous and offensive characters who would engage in debates with Hendrie and callers to the show. Hendrie has also done acting, notably a recurring role on the drama The Unit and as multiple characters on the animated comedies Futurama, Rick and Morty and King of the Hill.
Ed Begley Jr.
We are very pleased that Ed Begley Jr. will be joining us again as our co-emcee. Ed is an American actor and environmentalist who has supported orangutan issues for many years. Ed has appeared in hundreds of films, television shows, and stage performances. He is most recognized for his role as Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the television series St. Elsewhere (1982–1988), for which he received six consecutive Primetime Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Globe Award nomination. He also co-hosted, along with wife Rachelle Carson, the green living reality show entitled Living with Ed (2007–2010). Ed has also acted in many films include Stay Hungry (1976), Blue Collar (1978), An Officer and a Gentleman (1982), This Is Spinal Tap (1984), The Accidental Tourist (1988), The Pagemaster (1994), Batman Forever (1995), Auto Focus (2002), Pineapple Express (2008) and Ghostbusters (2016).
Pongo Awards
The Pongo Environmental Awards honor individuals, organizations and projects that have contributed to the improved understanding and appreciation of orangutans, endangered species, rainforest habitat, and for improving conditions for orangutans and other animals.
Live Music
The sweet and savory harmonic sounds of Honey Pig will be our featured live band. With a sound like the Dixy Chicks, Honey Pig will keep your feet tapping and your soul soaring.
Vegan Food
As a gesture of respect to animals and the people who have committed to plant-based diets, we serve deliciously prepared Indonesian and non-Indonesian vegan and vegetarian food for our guests.
Dance Performance
Balinese dancing continues to be a traditional part of our annual events. Each dance tells a story that originates from the island of Bali.
Auctions
Silent and live auctions are part of our annual event. They are a way for the Orang Utan Republik Foundation to raise funds and for attendees to acquire items with tremendous value and great prices. Click on the information icon below to glimpse some of the items that will be available for bid.
Inspiration
Learn about our mission to save orangutans through education and other innovative programs. Get inspired and become involved in helping to save this endangered species.
Tickets
Tickets are available at Eventbrite and range in price from Early Bird General Reception ($100 before or on September 7th), General Reception ($125 after September 7th, Co-Host with VIP Reception ($250), Co-chair with VIP Reception ($500), and Student/Child ($50).
VIP
Co-Host and Co-Chair attendees receives VIP status entitling them to a private reception with other VIP guests, celebrities, and Pongo Environmental Award honorees. Special entertainment and beverages are served at the VIP reception. Get tickets at Eventbrite
Sponsorship
We are seeking a limited number of sponsors to help us underwrite the unavoidable expenses of putting on a fundraiser. While the venue is being provided, we have other expenses, including tables, chairs, and food, just to mention some of the obvious. We would prefer if those expenses were covered in advance so we could guarantee the event would raise funds through ticket sales and silent auction sales. For a donation of $2,500 you and/or your company will receive 5 VIP tickets to attend the event, including the exclusive VIP reception. We will acknowledge your contribution on stage, in the program, our website and in special signage at the event. For a donation of $5,000 you and/or your company will receive 10 VIP tickets to attend the event with VIP reception, special table seating, acknowledgment for your contribution on stage, in the program, our website and in special signage at the event.
