The
Pighetti
Project
Real support for real heroes. Join us in supporting Santa Barbara's first responders and the families who stand beside them.
Our mission is to bring compassion, healing, and practical tools to Santa Barbara's first responders.
Through initiatives like equine therapy, peer support training, and family retreats, we focus on the overlooked emotional and relational needs of first responders, especially after the crisis has passed. Tony believed that asking for help wasn’t weakness—it was wisdom. He spent his life quietly advocating for mental wellness, open conversation, and better systems of support. We carry that work forward, one meaningful project at a time.
Current Projects
Join us for a relaxing morning at the beautiful Harris Gaviota Farm. Enjoy coffee and pastries, stroll through the flower fields, and create your own bouquet to take home.This event was planned with spouses and partners in mind as a chance to connect with others who understand the first responder lifestyle. First responders and children are absolutely welcome to attend as well!
Saturday, August 29 from 9am-11am
$10 deposit per person. Bouquets, coffee, and pastries included.
Reserve your spot
RSVP here and Venmo your $10 deposit to @thepighettiproject.
Dine in or take out and a portion of proceeds comes right back to TPP. Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your appetite. This one's open to everyone—the more the merrier.
Monday, August 17 from 2pm to close
Details and location
Mendocino Farms, 3851 State Street, Santa Barbara. Click here for their menu and online ordering.
Mark your calendars for an evening of live music, good company, and community support. Enjoy performances by Green Flag Summer, Ojai Rhythm, and Soul Majestic while helping raise funds for The Pighetti Project.
Sunday, September 27th
Doors open at 6:00pm
SOhO Restaurant & Music Club
1221 State St. Ste 205, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Tickets
The first 100 tickets are $25 and all remaining tickets are $35. Tickets coming soon.
Event raffle
Enter to win two tickets to Jack Johnson at the Santa Barbara Bowl on October 4th. You must be present to purchase raffle tickets and to win ($10 per ticket or $100 for 12).
Close out the year with your first responder community on a festive trolley ride through Santa Barbara's holiday lights. This one is a TPP gift to you—tickets are normally $45 per person for the public, but we're offering spots for just $15 per person. Kids ages 2 and under are free.
Space is limited to 32-36 people per trolley, so don't wait!
Dates & details
Friday, December 12 and Saturday, December 20. Pickup in downtown Santa Barbara at 6:30pm. 90-minute tour.
RSVP here and Venmo $15 to @ThePighettiProject to reserve your spot!
There are tons of opportunities to get involved without making a donation.
From volunteering at one of our First Responder Appreciation events, to helping us with specific outreach programs, we welcome your participation and would love to learn more about you.
We see a future where no first responder carries the weight alone.
Behind every badge is a person navigating challenges the public rarely sees. Our programs are designed to meet first responders and their families where they are with real, focused care. From peer support to retreats to wellness resources, every initiative is personal, purposeful, and built to create lasting healing.
The ripple effect of every donation
Years of support
Starting January 2025, TPP started showing up for Santa Barbara's first responders and the families beside them.
Families supported
Hundreds of first responder families reached through community programs, crisis response, and ongoing care.
Projects completed
More than 50 grassroots initiatives delivered, from sock drives to family retreats.
