A Legacy in Every Roll

In spring 2026, SBLBC members voted to replace the deteriorating surface of our lower green. Installed in 2003 with a projected 20-year lifespan, the carpet had grown worn, with tree roots creating an increasingly uneven playing surface.

As use of the green increased in recent years, the need became clear. The SBLBC board proposed using the club endowment for its intended purpose — replacing the worn surface — and members responded with overwhelming support.

While the endowment covers most of the projected cost, SBLBC still needs to close the gap for construction contingencies and to replace the lower green's aging seating and shade structures.

Introducing "A Legacy in Every Roll" — SBLBC's fundraising effort to bring this project home. Thank you for your support, and for taking the time to learn more!

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Donations directly to SBLBC are not tax-deductible. If you’d prefer to make a tax-deductible gift, scroll down to the FAQs for instructions. Thank you!

Sponsorships: Establish a Lasting Legacy at SBLBC

In addition to one-time donations, SBLBC has several naming & dedication opportunities available. Please fill out the interest form below and our Fundraising Committee will reach out with more information and next steps.

Name the Green - Tournament Champ Gift of $25,000 - CLAIMED!

Name the entire green — the new heart of the club. You’ll get an engraved monument posted at the new green with your dedication message and permanent listing in all club materials.

Green-Side Dedication - Super Shot Gift of $5,000-$10,000

Commemorate the next chapter in our club’s 90 year history! Your name will be included in an engraved community plaque prominently posted at the new green.

Individual Rink - On the Jack Gift of $3,000 - 11 of 16 available!

Dedication of one of the playing rinks, a wonderful way to establish a memory at the club. You’ll get to add a custom message on an engraved plaque at the head of the rink.

Green-Side Bench or Shade - Toucher Gift of $1,000

A named bench or shade along the the green, an engraved plate on the bench or shade structure w/ your dedicated message.

Sponsorship Interest Form

What Your Donation Contributes to at SBLBC

Longevity

Like generations of members before us, today's SBLBC members are stewards of this community space. Investing in a new surface now ensures the club can serve members and neighbors for another 20+ years — and lets us replace the current carpet before it fails, avoiding extended downtime in one of the club's most-used areas.

Growth

With membership growing and demand for club and community events on the rise, a second fully functional green lets us meet that need without over-relying on our natural grass green, which can only handle so many hours of play. Once installed, we'll be able to offer more bowling hours, host larger tournaments, and run more revenue-generating private events — helping SBLBC fully serve the surrounding community.

Performance

SBLBC is partnering with Berry Bowling Systems, Australian experts in bowling green installation, to deliver a top-rated playing surface for bowlers of all levels. Several Southwest Division clubs have already made this upgrade, and members report a more consistent draw and bias. In addition to our well maintained natural grass, this new green will make SBLBC a desired destination for bowlers everywhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • You can contact sblawnbowlsclub@gmail.com or members of the fundraising committee to submit donations or ask questions.

  • If you'd like to claim your donation for your taxes, you have 2 options:

    1. Make your check out to the "PARC Foundation" and write in SB Lawn Bowls Club or SBLBC in the memo line. You can drop it off in the club treasurer's locker or hand it to someone on the Fundraising Committee. If you want to do one of the sponsorship packages, please fill out the pledge form and include it w/ your check.

    2. Go online to www.parcsb.organd click on the "Donate" button, or click on this link. In the dropdown where you select the organization, choose "Other". Click on "Write a note (optional)" and write in SB Lawn Bowls Club. Fill out the rest of the form accordingly.

  • Yes! Stock donations can be accepted via the PARC Foundation. Please contact us at sblawnbowlsclub@gmail.com and we will happily walk you through the process.

  • We're asking everyone to submit funds by early September, though we'll continue accepting donations through the end of the month. Earlier contributions help us cover contractual obligations and place orders for seating and shade structures on time.

  • YES! We know there are many friends of the club in Santa Barbara and throughout the state, everyone is welcome to donate.

    Members aren’t the only Santa Barbarians enjoying this space, know that every dollar will go towards making the club accessible to the entire community.

  • There will be fundraising trackers posted at the club. Eventually we will also make progress available here as well.

  • Yes. If you are gifting towards one of the dedication opportunities you are more than welcome to go in on one as a group. Contact the Fundraising Committee if more than one person will be making the payment.

    As we get closer to project completion, we will be in touch about what you want the engraving to say.

  • Yes, we would be honored to help celebrate a loved one at the club. When you gift at the sponsorship level, you will be able to personalize the message on the engraving.