The Appleby family’s introduction to local philanthropy began for Kerry with the Junior League of San Diego. The organization’s mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration and training – its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. There are currently 290 Junior League chapters around the world – the original chapter was founded in New York in 1901. San Diego’s chapter was founded in 1929 by Lillian Abrams Bradley who also served as Chairman of San Diego’s 18th Annual Charity Ball. Kerry’s grandmother and mother were members of the Junior League of Los Angeles and now a fourth generation of the Appleby family recently joined the JLSD chapter!
The Appleby and Woodward family’s 100-year history led to Scott and Kerry being sponsors of the Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Black Tie Gala for the past 12 years. Twice Kerry has been Co-Chair and enjoys hosting friends at the popular event that just celebrated its 36th Annual “Spring Fling” Gala. Scott and Kerry are passionate about their four-legged children and recently rescued a sweet 4-year-old puppy.
Growing up in a tennis family, Kerry and Scott have played competitive junior, college and adult tennis and continue to have a passion for promoting the sport. Kerry has served on the Barnes Tennis Center Foundation Board and organized the campaign to fund the Cathedral Catholic HS Tennis Center, named after her neighbor and tennis teammate, Jane Johnson.
Most recently Scott and Kerry had good friends and clients honored at the San Diego Automotive Museum Summer Gala – “The Party in the Park”. The Applebys have supported and attended the event that raises money to benefit the Vocational Education Academy for at-risk youth, for the conservation of automotive artifacts and its numerous exhibits/collections. Their father was invited to be honored when the museum debuted a new exhibit in 2023, “Salute to San Diego’s Troops” and Mr. Appleby represented the Korean War veterans.
Andrew Appleby serves as the youngest member on the advisory board of the Future Legends Scholarship Foundation, a non-profit organization started by members of the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club to honor past Club Professional, Chuck Courtney. Future Legends is dedicated to empowering young people through education assistance and mentorship and provides scholarships and resources to deserving San Diego students pursuing higher education. The foundation believes that every student deserves the chance to chase their dreams and achieve academic success. They not only offer financial support but also mentorship programs that connect students with professionals in various fields, fostering guidance and inspiration. Andrew is passionate about helping to raise awareness about the foundation’s mission. He works closely with students, sharing his own experiences and encouraging them to pursue their goals and to give back to their community.