SAN MARCOS, Calif. — TERI Campus of Life, a nonprofit organization supporting the special needs community for over 45 years, will host TERI Unplugged, an intimate spring benefit concert featuring Grammy-winning singer-songwriter-guitarist Jason Mraz, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at The Bornemann Theatre.
Limited to just 200 guests, the one-night, up-close event brings music and community together in support of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Proceeds from the evening directly benefit TERI Campus of Life and its programs, services, and social enterprises that have fueled a unique community that welcomes and celebrates all abilities.
In addition to Mraz, the night of music and impact will feature performances by American Idol’s Adin Boyer, pop-rock artist Sara Jade, and San Diego Music Award-winning musician Matthew Phillips. The lineup also includes the TERI Band—an ensemble of neurodiverse artists in TERI programs, who will perform with Mraz.
“TERI Unplugged represents what TERI is all about—connection, creativity, and possibility,” says Cheryl Kilmer, Founder and CEO of TERI Campus of Life. “By coming together through music, we can advance the completion of the TERI Campus of Life — a purpose-built, inclusive community where individuals and families thrive.”
TERI is currently working to meet a $3 million challenge grant from the Tom & Mary Tomlinson Foundation. For every $2 raised by the benefit concert, an additional $1 is unlocked by the grant — amplifying the impact of supporters and accelerating progress toward completing the TERI Campus of Life, which is currently half built and thriving. The organization plans to build two non-public schools, a gym, a technology center, and a child development center.
The evening begins with a hosted pre-show reception with hors d’oeuvres and drinks, followed by an immersive concert experience where every seat offers a close connection to the performers and the cause.
Event Details:
What: TERI Unplugged – a benefit concert supporting TERI Campus of Life
Who: Featuring Jason Mraz, Aidan Boyer, Sara Jade, Matthew Phillips and the TERI Band – an ensemble of neurodiverse artists in TERI programs.
When: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Where: The Bornemann Theatre, TERI Campus of Life, 555 Deer Springs Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
Why: Proceeds from the evening support the TERI Campus of Life, a visionary community where all abilities are welcome through programs, services and social enterprises. For over 45 years, TERI has served individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities and their families with 20-plus programs and services designed to create the best quality of life throughout the lifespan.
Tickets: General admission $150 / Premium $250.
Website: go.tericampusoflife.org/unplugged
Sponsorships: Contact Danielle.Aguas@teriinc.org for more information
About TERI
TERI (Training Education & Resource Institute) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1980 with the mission to change the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals with special needs. Dedicated to improving the quality of life for children, adults, and seniors with developmental and learning disabilities, TERI provides lifelong specialized education, arts and enrichment programs, and family support services. Its 20-acre TERI Campus of Life in San Marcos, Calif., is a one-of-a-kind destination where connection and community intersect to celebrate all abilities. Learn more at www.tericampusoflife.org.
About The Bornemann Theatre
Established in 2024, The Bornemann Theatre is a premier destination for live entertainment in North County San Diego and a cornerstone of the TERI Campus of Life. By day, the 200-seat indoor theater serves as the stage for the TERI Players, a talented group of adults with special needs in TERI’s Center for the Arts Program. At night and on weekends, The Bornemann transforms into a lively venue for music, comedy, film, and dramatic arts. It is also available to rent. The Bornemann Theatre was made by possible through the generosity of Cindy and James Bornemann. Proceeds from shows and venue rentals support TERI’s mission to empower individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities throughout every stage of life. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.thebornemann.com.
