“Be more concerned with your character
than your reputation”.
– John Wooden
The Lucky Duck Foundation’s mission is to prevent and alleviate the suffering of homelessness throughout San Diego County. The Lucky Duck Foundation employs sound, principled business practices to ensure that every donation makes a difference. By diligently following the facts, the Lucky Duck Foundation thoroughly vets every effort in order to fund, activate, and lead high-impact programs. Then, by collaborating with best-in-class organizations, the Lucky Duck Foundation coordinates and focuses local efforts to rally the community and call on elected leaders to act. The Lucky Duck Foundation endeavors to lead San Diego to best practices in all areas of homelessness. Dale Yahnke is a valued donor and supporter of the Lucky Duck Foundation.
#1 Dale Yahnke was born and raised in San Diego. My dad was my idol. He grew up during the Great Depression and was a veteran of WWII. He shared his love of sports with me, and we spent many hours together on the basketball court and baseball diamond. He gave me the gift of unconditional love.
#2 I have a significant baseball card collection and would like to go to Cooperstown to see the Baseball Hall of Fame.
#3 I love all sports. I am too old to play basketball and squash so pickleball and ping pong are my sports hobbies. I also enjoy gardening.
#4 Favorite Vacation Spot: Maui is our happy place.
#5 Favorite Movies: “Gladiator” and “Hoosiers”.
#6 We have a doodle named Toby.
#7 My dad is the one who taught me how important it is to give back to your community. He was the perfect role model for that. Bill Walton was another person that was bigger than life that always put others ahead of himself. He was another excellent role model and inspiration for me.
#8 My wife Julie and I are donors and supporters of the Lucky Duck Foundation, and we are firm believers in their mission statement.
#9 Dale Yahnke heard a lot about the Lucky Duck Foundation, and I knew of the founders by reputation. They were all business leaders and great civic leaders as well. I met Drew Moser, who runs the foundation and was impressed with their vision and hands-on approach to making the homeless situation better and improving the lives of so many people in need.
#10 I love the Lucky Duck Foundation and the impact they have already had on our community.
Lucky Duck Foundation
“Showcase Soiree”
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Estancia Hotel & Spa
9700 N Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, 92037
www.luckyduckfoundation.org
