The 250th Anniversary of American Independence Gala
Date and Time
Tuesday Jul 7, 2026
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Time: 4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Location
Location: Muckenthaler Cultural Center
Attire: Business Casual with a Summer Evening feel
Fees/Admission
Space is limited, and advance registration is encouraged. Member Ticket: $120Join business leaders, elected officials, community partners, and regional stakeholders for a memorable outdoor evening celebrating leadership, service, and the continued progress of North Orange County.
Non-Member Ticket: $150
Contact Information
Jennifer Gregson
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Description
The 250th Anniversary of American Independence Gala
Honoring Business & Leadership Excellence | Board Installation | Government Affairs & Champions of Business
Join the North Orange County Chamber for an elevated outdoor evening celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence while honoring business leadership, civic engagement, and the organizations helping shape the future of our region.
Held in the courtyard of the Muckenthaler Cultural Center in Fullerton, this signature event brings together business leaders, elected officials, corporate partners, community organizations, and regional stakeholders for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration.
This special program combines the Chamber’s Business Awards, Board Installation, and Champions of Business Government Affairs recognition into one unified experience designed to highlight leadership, service, economic progress, and regional collaboration.
Why Attend
Guests will enjoy a summer evening reception featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres and light bites from Colette’s Catering & Events, music from a live DJ, professional event photography, a structured awards and installation program, and meaningful networking with business and civic leaders from across North Orange County. The current event page already includes these experience elements, including the open-air courtyard format, DJ, photography, reception, lawn seating, and cash bar service.
Expected invited guests include Congressman Derek Tran, Congressman Lou Correa, Senator Tony Strickland, Senator Tom Umberg, Senator Steven Choi, and city leaders from Fullerton, Buena Park, Stanton, La Palma, and La Habra, along with regional business, education, nonprofit, and community leaders.
Program Highlights
The evening will include:
- National Anthem
- Reception and networking
- Brief remarks from invited public officials
- Recognition of outstanding business and community honorees
- Installation of the North Orange County Chamber Board of Directors
- Thanking and honoring outgoing Chair Karla Vargas, Chase Suites Hotel Brea
- Welcoming incoming Chair Barbara Hernandez, American First Credit Union
- Professional photography and post-event media coverage
- Continued networking following the program
Award Recipients
Legacy Member Award
Southern California Edison
Non-Profit of the Year
Radiant Futures
Business Member of the Year
Black Bear Diner
Each honoree will be recognized for their leadership, contribution, and impact within the business and local community. These honorees are already listed on the current event page.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The 250th Anniversary of American Independence Gala
Sponsorships are designed to provide high-impact visibility, meaningful engagement, and direct alignment with regional business and civic leadership.
To ensure inclusion in printed materials, stage production, signage, sponsor recognition, and on-site displays, sponsorships must be confirmed by the designated production deadlines. Sponsorship availability is limited and early commitment is strongly encouraged.
Liberty Sponsor – $10,000
Presenting Sponsor
The defining partner of the evening
- 2 VIP Tables for 16 guests in premier stage location
- Access to the VIP reception area with invited officials, honorees, and regional leaders
- Primary Company Logo dominance on the 16ft Main Stage Backdrop
- Primary Company Logo on Step & Repeat Backdrop
- Dedicated on-site Company Banner with QR code linking to selected URL
- Company logo recognition on the event landing page with a direct link to your website
- Featured inclusion in event promo video
- Full-page ad in printed and digital event program
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Opportunity to provide brief featured remarks during the program
- Featured inclusion in professional event photography and post-event media
- Dedicated sponsor spotlight in Chamber newsletter
- Social media recognition before and after the event (tagged when possible)
Founders Sponsor – $5,000
Aligned with leadership, visibility, and regional influence
- Reserved Table for 8 guests
- Access to the VIP reception area with invited officials, honorees, and regional leaders
- Company Logo featured on Step & Repeat Backdrop
- Dedicated on-site Company Banner with QR code linking to selected URL
- Company logo recognition on the event landing page with a direct link to your website
- Featured inclusion in event promo video
- Half-page ad in printed and digital event program
- Verbal recognition during the program
- Featured inclusion in professional event photography and post-event media
- Sponsor spotlight in Chamber newsletter
- Social media recognition before and after the event (tagged when possible)
Heritage Sponsor – $2,500
Strong presence with meaningful visibility
- Reserved seating for 4 guests
- Company logo recognition on the event landing page with a direct link to your website
- Featured inclusion in event promo video
- Quarter-page ad in printed and digital event program
- Featured inclusion in professional event photography and post-event media
- Recognition in Chamber newsletter
- Social media recognition before and after the event (tagged when possible)
Independence Sponsor – $1,500
Visible, engaged, and part of the experience
- Reserved seating for 2 guests
- Company logo recognition on the event landing page with a direct link to your website
- Company Logo in printed and digital event program
Community Sponsor – $500
Local support with meaningful inclusion
- 2 event tickets
- Company logo on event landing page
- Company logo in printed and digital event program
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
Event Program Advertising
- Full Page Ad: $600
- Half Page Ad: $300
- Quarter Page Ad: $150
Sponsor Deadline
To receive full sponsorship recognition, including printed program placement, stage screen inclusion, event signage, and digital promotion, sponsors are encouraged to confirm participation no later than the following:
Premier Production Deadline: Friday, June 15, 2026
- For backdrop placement, printed materials, program ads, and major signage.
- For digital recognition, event page placement, and remaining program inclusion as space allows.
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