‘Kid Creature’ to be honored at Pipeline to a Cure gala

Cal Saxton, also known as Kid Creature, and the Saxton family will be honored at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s 10^th annual Pipeline to a Cure gala Saturday at the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa in Huntington Beach.

The Pipeline to a Cure gala celebrates the healthful benefits the ocean offers for those who battle cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system.

Cal Saxton, who found relief from his allergies while surfing, has been supporting the Pipeline to a Cure gala since he was 8 years old, nine years ago, when he first started designing shirts that feature his now-famous monsters.

When he started Kid Creature, he and his father were selling shirts out of their garage. Even then, Saxton made a commitment to give 10% to Pipeline to a Cure to help his friend Taylor and other kids fighting cystic fibrosis. Eventually, professional surfers and actors began wearing Saxton’s designs and the demand took off.

His first donation to Pipeline to a Cure was $28, and today he contributes a percentage of the sales of his shirts and gear to Pipeline. Last year that amount exceeded $10,000.

“We’ve always urged our children to follow their dreams while simultaneously doing good for others,” said Nicole Saxton, Cal’s mother. “Inspired by his friend Taylor, Cal has been able to raise money for a cause he believes in, one that continues to better the lives of those affected by cystic fibrosis.”

Over the years, Saxton’s family has kept him grounded and supported him. His parents Roger and Nicole have helped guide his business endeavors and advocated for his involvement with Pipeline to a Cure. Saxton’s brother Mack is a filmmaker and his sister Hanah is a teacher.

The Saxton family join chairman Judy Burlingham, honorary co-chairs and legendary watermen Laird Hamilton, Dave Kalama, Kai Lenny, Jamie Mitchell and event co-chairs Paul Motenko, Jerry Hennessy, Todd Elder and Barbara Caruso at the Pipeline to a Cure gala.

The Pipeline to a Cure VIP luau begins at 4:30 p.m. followed by silent and live auctions, a gourmet dinner, and special musical guests, including Flashback Heart Attack, an ’80s cover band. Tickets for the event are $500. Table and other sponsorships are available. For more information about Pipeline to a Cure or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, call (714) 938-1393 or visit www.pipelinetoacure.com.

— From staff reports