May 12, 2026 (San Luis Obispo County, CA) — El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO) is pleased to announce its 3rd Annual Winemaker Dinner, Vines that ECHO, taking place on June 5th from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the stunning Copia Vineyards and Winery in Paso Robles wine country.
This exclusive evening will feature a thoughtfully curated four-course dinner by Chef Rachel Ponce of Pair With, with each course expertly paired with wines from participating wineries, including Copia Vineyards & Winery, Ciento Cellars, and The Royal Nonesuch Farm, along with a special beer pairing from Cellar Fermentation. Guests will enjoy a unique, intimate experience as winemakers join tables throughout the evening, sharing insight into their craft and the wines being poured.
Proceeds from the event will directly benefit ECHO’s Building Hope & Home Campaign, supporting the development of the Balay Ko Family Resource Center at ECHO’s Atascadero campus. This new expansion will add 30 additional beds for families with children, helping address the growing need in the community, where over 300 individuals and families are currently on ECHO’s waitlist.
With construction already well underway, the modular build — led by BevyHouse and SCI — has rapidly taken shape. In just a short time, the structure now includes framing, roofing, windows, electrical, and plumbing, with plans to open in early fall 2026. This project marks a significant milestone as ECHO celebrates 25 years of serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness in San Luis Obispo County.
The evening will also include a live auction featuring unique, locally curated experiences — from private winemaker dinners to exclusive itineraries across SLO County.
Anita from Copia Vineyard shares:
“Copia is proud to support ECHO because their work reflects the kind of community we believe in—one where neighbors show up for neighbors. Providing someone with basic needs is powerful, but ECHO goes further by helping individuals and families build the tools, stability, and confidence to move forward on their own. That kind of tangible, lasting impact can strengthen an entire family’s wellbeing and, in turn, our broader community.
Paso Robles and the Central Coast are rooted in connection, generosity, and care for one another. Vines That ECHO is especially meaningful to us because it brings people together for a beautiful evening in support of a mission that truly changes lives. At Copia, we are deeply committed to building up our community, and supporting ECHO is one way we can help contribute to a stronger, more compassionate future for all.”
Tickets are available for individual purchase, and sponsorship tables are also offered. To attend or learn more, visit: https://www.echoshelter.org/vinesthatecho26
For sponsorship inquiries, please contact Tess Davis Cheek at tcheek@echoshelter.org.
ECHO extends its deepest gratitude to the sponsors and donors who make this event possible. Their generosity continues to fuel ECHO’s mission of providing food, shelter, and supportive services to individuals and families in need — helping them build lasting pathways back into stable housing.
For more information about ECHO or to get involved, visit www.echoshelter.org.
Community Sponsors:
Resilience Reserve
Copia Vineyards & Winery
Ciento Cellars
The Royal Nonesuch Farm
Legacy Vine
Such Fine Works
Homeward Blend
Banc of California
Short Stop Insurance
In-Kind Sponsors
All About Events
Chef Rachel
David Trujillo
ETTO
About El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO)
ECHO’s mission since 2001 is to empower people in SLO County to make positive change by providing food, shelter, and supportive services. ECHO operates two facilities in Atascadero and Paso Robles with a combined capacity of 130 beds, including a 60-bed shelter in Atascadero and 70-bed shelter in Paso Robles, and a daily community dinner program, and shower program for individuals and families throughout San Luis Obispo County. For more information, please visit our website at www.echoshelter.org.
