
St Andrew’s Society of the East Bay
Gathering friends with a love for Scotland
Established in Oakland in 1878




About Us
We are a benevolent organization founded in 1878 by Scotsmen to support brethren in times of need. Although the society has evolved since 1878, we still maintain our Scottish roots, and our benevolence extends to many needful and worthwhile causes. OVER THE PAST 5 YEARS WE HAVE DONATED over $15,000 to worthy causes both in the US and in Scotland, including: Age Scotland, Z-Cares Foundation, Hope Hospice, and Alameda Community Foodbank.
We organize several fun events throughout the year, which are all very well attended and enjoyed by both society members and non-members. These include a Burns Supper, Spring Fling, Summer picnic, St. Andrew's Ball, Holiday Pub Quiz, Pantomime Outing, and a Christmas tea for our “experienced” members.
We meet on the second Tuesday of the month* when we update OUR MEMBERS on society news, well-being of our members, UPCOMING EVENTS, and on Occasions we host guest speakers, and every December we enjoy our complimentary fish & chips Night with all our members.
* No Meetings june & july

Our Officers
2025-2026

Dr. Spencer M Dayton
President

Sinead McBain
Co-Vice President

Nikki Brown
Co-Vice President

Nancy Wigley
Secretary

Leslie Lawrence
Co-Assistant Secretary

Paul Smith
Co- Assistant Secretary

Steve Wigley
Treasurer

John Houston
Assistant Treasurer

Kenny Lawrence
Historian

Paul Smith
Flag Bearer

John Houston
Flag Bearer

Andy McKay
Piper
Trustees


Colin Ritchie
Kenny Lawrence

Steve Wigley

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Joyce Sommerville
Nikki Brown
Sick and Relief Board



Ann Kelly
Nancy Wigley
Kenny Lawrence