Join Us for Taste of the Vine 2026
Taste of the Vine, Sansum Diabetes Research Institute's signature fundraising event, returns to the Santa Barbara Historical Museum on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
Guests will enjoy exceptional local wines, craft beverages, live music, elevated cuisine, a live auction, and an unforgettable dinner experience—all in support of SDRI's mission to improve the lives of people living with diabetes.
New for 2026: Taste of the Vine After Dark
When the main event concludes, the celebration continues with our inaugural after-party experience featuring a live DJ, specialty sips, late-night bites, and exclusive sponsorship opportunities.
Explore sponsorship opportunities and join us for an evening of celebration, community, and purpose.
Questions? Contact Jessikah Fechner at jfechner@sansum.org.
Taste of the Vine 2026 Committee Members
| Event Co-Chairs | Joan Arnold | Christian Menard |
| Wendy Thies Sell | Phil Carpenter | Alex Parraga |
| Tamara Free | Kimberly Danek Pinkson | Nicole Pinkson MacNaughton |
| Â | Jamie Dufek |
Natalie Rowe
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Taste of the Vine 2026 Committee Members
Event Co-Chairs
Wendy Thies Sell
Tamara Free
Joan Arnold
Phile Carpenter
Kimberly Danek Pinkson
Jamie Dufek
Christian Menard
Alex Parraga
Nicole Pinkson MacNaughton
Natalie Row