College of the Desert Foundation Stepping Out for COD Citizens of Distinction Gala. Save the Date: January 22, 2027, 5:00 p.m., Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, Cahuilla Ballroom. Decorative illustration of a desert sunset with mountains and fireworks.

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Stepping Out For COD 2026 Highlights

Sponsorships

Presenting Visionary Sponsor $100,000

Tax deductible portion: $96,400

  • * Two (2) VIP tables up to 12 guests per table
  • Participation on stage photo op of Presidents’ Award
  • Personalized video message to be included in online marketing
  • Recognition at ballroom entrance
  • Inclusion in press release announcing sponsorship
  • Listed as the Presenting Visionary Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in printed/electronic materials, website and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Diamond Sponsor $50,000

Tax deductible portion: $46,400

  • * Two (2) VIP tables up to 12 guests per table
  • Participation on stage photo op of Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee
  • Inclusion in press release announcing sponsorship
  • Listed as the Diamond Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in printed/electronic materials, website and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Platinum Sponsor $25,000

Tax deductible portion: $23,200

  • * One (1) VIP table up to 10 guests
  • Participation on stage photo op of scholarship essay award recipient
  • Inclusion in press release announcing sponsorship
  • Listed as the Platinum Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in printed/electronic materials, website and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Gold Sponsor $15,000

Tax deductible portion: $13,200

  • * One (1) preferred table up to 10 guests
  • Inclusion in press release announcing sponsorship
  • Listed as the Gold Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in printed/electronic materials, website and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Ruby Sponsor $10,000

Tax deductible portion: $8,200

  • One (1) preferred table up to 10 guests
  • Listed as the Ruby Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in printed/electronic materials, website and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Silver Sponsor $5,000

Tax deductible portion: $3,920

  • Six (6) preferred seats
  • Listed as the Silver Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in program, electronic marketing and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Emerald Sponsor $2,500

Tax deductible portion: $2,140

  • Two (2) preferred seats
  • Listed as the Emerald Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in program, electronic marketing and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Individual Ticket $500

Tax deductible portion: $320

  • * Individual Ticket (1) Seat

Exclusive Underwriting Opportunities

Entertainment Sponsor $24,000

Tax deductible portion: $22,200

  • One (1) table up to 10 guests
  • Listed as Entertainment Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in printed/electronic materials, website and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Production Sponsor $22,000

Tax deductible portion: $20,200

  • One (1) table up to 10 guests
  • Listed as Production Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in printed/electronic materials, website and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Honoree Sponsor $12,500

Tax deductible portion: $10,700

  • One (1) table up to 10 guests
  • Listed as Honoree Sponsor on all marketing materials
  • Name recognition in printed/electronic materials, website and social media
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Event Decor Sponsor $10,500

Tax deductible portion: $8,700

  • One (1) table up to 10 guests
  • Name/logo listed on table tent on each dining table
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Wine Sponsor $7,500

Tax deductible portion: $6,420

  • Six (6) seats at the event
  • Name/logo listed on table tent on each dining table
  • Acknowledgment from the stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Valet Sponsor $5,500

Tax deductible portion: $4,420

  • Six (6) seats at the event
  • Acknowledgment from stage
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program

Bid Paddle $8,500

Tax deductible portion: $7,420

  • Six (6) seats at the event
  • Name/logo on the back of bid paddles
  • Acknowledgment from the stage from the auctioneer
  • Acknowledgment on-screen during the program