Cal Giant BBQ's 56th year helping American Cancer Society
Cal Giant BBQ's 56th year helping American Cancer Society
The annual Spring Lamb Barbecue celebrated its 56th anniversary on Saturday May 16 at the Crosetti Ranch in the foothills of Watsonville, CA. This event has supported the local chapter of the American Cancer Society since it began back in 1959, donating more than $1.5 million since that time. Supporters include produce companies, allied industry and community businesses.
This year set a record for attendance, with over 900 people sharing in good food,
The American Cancer Society presented an award as appreciation for the continued support from the Spring Lamb Barbecue. good friends and a fierce horse shoe tournament.
Over the 56 years of this long-standing event, hundreds of volunteers from the Pajaro Valley have been committed to participating in the Spring Lamb BBQ, which contributes to its longevity. The staff at California Giant — along with committee members — gain strong support from friends in the produce industry for the event and acknowledge those that have lost their battle with cancer each year.
This annual BBQ was founded by the fathers of Bill Moncovich, chief executive officer and partner in California Giant Berry Farms,
and J.J. Crosetti Jr. They donated funds the very first year to the American Cancer Society and that tradition has held true ever since.
In 2008, the American Cancer Society acknowledged the longevity of the event and the cumulative contribution of more than $1 million dollars. The society praised Bill Moncovich and the organizing committee for hosting the oldest, consecutively held, fundraiser for the American Cancer Society in the United States. This accomplishment was also recognized by Congressman Sam Farr at the 50th anniversary.
For more information on how to sponsor the Spring Lamb Barbecue held each year on the third Saturday in May and its fund raising effort to fight cancer, contact California Giant Berry Farms at 831/728 -1773 or visit www.springlamb.org.
