WCC Foundation: Gala

WCC Foundation Gala 2026

October 3, 2026

Morris Lawrence Building

Cocktail Attire

Join us for a memorable evening as the WCC Foundation kicks off its 41st year of making education affordable, accessible, and impactful.

This annual gala brings together our community for a night of celebration—complete with delicious food, great company, entertainment, and most importantly, purpose. Your attendance helps provide critical support for WCC students through scholarships, emergency assistance, and innovative programs.

Become a Sponsor

Help us make an even greater impact by becoming a sponsor. As a sponsor, your organization will be prominently recognized among community leaders, alumni, and supporters who value education, opportunity, and local impact. Sponsorship benefits include event tickets (unless stated otherwise), prominent logo placement in event materials and online, recognition during the event, and opportunities to engage directly with community and business leaders.

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Sponsorship Levels

$25,000 Presenting Sponsor

The Presenting Sponsor is the premier partner of the 2026 WCC Foundation Gala and receives the highest level of visibility, engagement, and recognition.

FMV: $2,000
16 Gala tickets
Recognition as Presenting Sponsor of the 2026 WCC Foundation Gala
Opportunity for a representative to greet the audience and kick off the evening
Inclusion of a representative on the Gala Host Committee
Prominent signage at guest check-in
Logo inclusion on the picture frame provided to each Gala guest
Recognition during the Gala program
Inclusion in the printed event program
Inclusion in all Gala print and digital marketing efforts (number of emails, invitations, and other communications to be determined)
Logo placement on the WCC Foundation Gala website
Featured recognition in the WCC Foundation annual impact mailer, distributed to 10,000 households (to be distributed in spring 2027)

*Limited to One Sponsor

$15,000 Platinum Sponsor

Platinum Sponsors receive elevated visibility at key social moments of the evening.

Platinum Package 1: Cocktail Reception	Platinum Package 2: Afterparty & Dessert Reception
FMV: $1,250 10 Gala tickets Recognition during the Gala program Inclusion in the printed event program Inclusion in all Gala print and digital marketing efforts (number of emails, invitations, and other communications to be determined) Logo placement on the WCC Foundation Gala website Thank-you recognition in the WCC Foundation annual impact mailer, distributed to 10,000 households (to be distributed in spring 2027) Opportunity to include a mutually agreed-upon gift in guest swag bags Package 1 Also Includes: Recognition as the Cocktail Reception Sponsor Logo placement on cocktail napkins Opportunity to place table tents in the cocktail reception area Naming of a signature cocktail *Limited to One Sponsor per Package	FMV: $1,250 10 Gala tickets Recognition during the Gala program Inclusion in the printed event program Inclusion in all Gala print and digital marketing efforts (number of emails, invitations, and other communications to be determined) Logo placement on the WCC Foundation Gala website Thank-you recognition in the WCC Foundation annual impact mailer, distributed to 10,000 households (to be distributed in spring 2027) Opportunity to include a mutually agreed-upon gift in guest swag bags Package 2 Also Includes: Recognition as the Afterparty & Dessert Reception Sponsor Signage at dessert stations & afterparty area Recognition during remarks transitioning guests to dessert & the afterparty *Limited to One Sponsor per Package

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$10,000 Gold Sponsorship

Gold Sponsors support mission-forward and guest-facing moments of the evening.

Gold Package 1: Paddle Raise Sponsor	Gold Package 2: Valet Sponsor	Gold Package 3: Student Spotlight Sponsor
FMV: $1,000 8 Gala tickets Recognition during the Gala program Inclusion in the printed event program Inclusion in all Gala print and digital marketing efforts (number of emails, invitations, and other communications to be determined) Logo placement on the WCC Foundation Gala website Opportunity to include a mutually agreed-upon gift in guest swag bags Package 1 Also Includes: Exclusive logo inclusion on paddle raise paddles Recognition during the paddle raise segment *Limited to One Sponsor per Package	FMV: $1,000 8 Gala tickets Recognition during the Gala program Inclusion in the printed event program Inclusion in all Gala print and digital marketing efforts (number of emails, invitations, and other communications to be determined) Logo placement on the WCC Foundation Gala website Opportunity to include a mutually agreed- upon gift in guest swag bags Package 2 Also Includes: Opportunity to display a vehicle near the main event entrance (venue approval required) Signage at the valet stand *Limited to One Sponsor per Package	FMV: $1,000 8 Gala tickets Recognition during the Gala program Inclusion in the printed event program Inclusion in all Gala print and digital marketing efforts (number of emails, invitations, and other communications to be determined) Logo placement on the WCC Foundation Gala website Opportunity to include a mutually agreed- upon gift in guest swag bags Package 3 Also Includes: Recognition as the Student Spotlight Sponsor Strategic placement of student testimonials throughout the event Sponsor logo highlighted alongside each student story Recognition in the printed event program in connection with the Student Spotlight *Limited to One Sponsor per Package

$5,000 Silver Sponsorship

Silver Sponsors receive event visibility and recognition.

4 Gala tickets
Recognition during the Gala program
Inclusion in the printed event program
Inclusion in all Gala print and digital marketing efforts (number of emails, invitations, and other communications to be determined)
Logo placement on the WCC Foundation Gala website

*Open - No Sponsor Limit

$2,500 Bronze Sponsorship

Bronze Sponsors provide entry-level support and event recognition.