The Funcles
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The Funcles crew

Families aren't just looking for fun.
They're looking for a place to belong.

The Funcles creates epic, curated events that create lasting memories and strengthen marriages, children and friendships.

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Strengthen Children

Confident kids who know they belong.

02
Strengthen Friendships

Real friendships that outlast the event.

03
Strengthen Marriages

Time together that brings couples closer.

75+
Families
150+
Kids
50+
Events
6
Years Strong
Funcles kids
fun•cle /fəŋkl/ noun
1.

A mentor, a guide, and a catalyst for community; prioritizes family and friendships above all.

2.

An individual who rejects "autopilot" mode to create lasting, FUN memories.

The “Autopilot” Trap.

We've all been there…

The dinner table is full, but everyone is on a screen.

The calendar is packed, but the connection is empty.

In a world of screens and busy schedules, the art of gathering has been lost.

Families are starving for real, unscripted connection.
We don't need more “activities”…

We need a community.

The Funcles at Disneyland, 2019
Our Story

That's what co-founders Dez and Stephen realized on Stephen's birthday trip to Disneyland in 2019. 30 people showed up for a party and walked away grateful and exhausted in the best way possible. They were officially dubbed "The FUNcles," and that's when it clicked.

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What We Do

Moments Built to Last.

Dance parties, beach days, off-road adventures, and even tea parties. All donation-funded, all invite-only. Designed to give families experiences to talk about long after they are over.

Daddy Daughter Date Night

Daddy Daughter Date Night

Dads suit up. Daughters dress up. They share a night filled with laughter, dancing, and unforgettable memories. It's more than just a dance; it's a celebration of the father-daughter bond. Each year, the dads leave with tears in their eyes.

Summer Bash

Summer Bash

Our annual high-voltage gathering where families come together for games, food, and the kind of fun that makes parents forget they're adults.

Beach Takeover

Beach Takeover

Sun, sand, and surf. We own the coastline for a day of pure, FUN family connection. Everyone goes home with a sunburn that was totally worth it.

The real impact is found in the smiles and laughter of a family that has finally found a place to belong.
Funcles family moment

The Moments Money Can't Buy.

Funded by donors who believe families deserve more.

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