Then the hardier type flowers such as mums are attached. On the last day of decorating roses, orchids, and other exotic flowers are applied. Crews of local and visiting volunteers put in an amazing number of hours to decorate the float. Community service clubs, food professionals, and local restaurants donate and serve food to feed the hungry workers during decorating week. PAID FOR Fund raising is important for this volunteer organization.
Memberships are the major source of revenue.
We also sponsor several events to help add to our coffers. They include a Bingo Barbecue, a Day at the Races, and an Evening of Wine and Roses that is highlighted by the appearance of the newly crowned Pasadena Tournament of Roses Queen and Court. In addition, each month we have a Happy Hour in someone's home where we bring hors d'oeuvres to share and enjoy a social evening. TofR items that make great collectables and gifts that cannot be purchased anywhere else. We have our own wine glasses, coffee mugs, license plate frames, sweatshirts, T-shirts, patches, pins, and more.