The Cottonwood Award Luncheon honors those who have contributed to the success of the city's cultural and historical resources, including Rancho Los Alamitos. This annual fundraiser, hosted by the Rancho Los Alamitos Foundation, generates critical support for our programs and future development.
 
An event like no other, Cottonwood is an opportunity to network with friends, colleagues, and community leaders over a traditional BBQ lunch served on the Rancho's barnyard lawn. Cottonwood helps generate critical funds to support the Rancho's free educational programs for visitors of all ages, including educational programs for thousands of school children.
 
Cottonwood Award for Leadership
Recognizes an individual or organization who has shown significant leadership in enhancing, promoting, and supporting the cultural communities of the Southern California Region.
 
2024 Recipient: Skip Keesal and Keesal, Young, & Logan
 
Special Recognition for Service and Commitment
Recognizes the outstanding achievements of an individual or organization that has a significant impact on the cultural development of Rancho Los Alamitos and the City of Long Beach.
 
2024 Recipient: Gloria Cordero, Community Leader