The WTS San Francisco Bay Area Chapter invites you to our biggest gala event of the year! We will be toasting our 2023 chapter scholarship recipients and award winners and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.
Join us on the evening of September 20, 2023 at the Scottish Rite Center in Oakland where we will be joined by special guest and keynote speaker Federal Transit Administrator Nuria I. Fernandez.
5:00 PM: Exclusive VIP reception - Mingle with our keynote speaker, scholarship recipients, award winners, and special VIP guests. Only 100 tickets will be sold.
6:00 PM: Gala Opening - Doors open to all with food stations and an open bar (wine, beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages)
7:30 PM: Keynote - Federal Transit Administrator, Nuria I. Fernandez
7:50 PM: Scholarships & Awards Presentation
8:30 PM: Raffle & Silent Auction Winners
8:45 PM: Closing Remarks by WTS San Francisco Bay Area Chapter
Ticket Prices
VIP: $400 gets you VIP access to the exclusive cocktail hour reception starting at 5pm with our keynote and other special guests, a professional photo of you and your guest(s), and VIP gift . Only 100 tickets will be sold! Get your ticket today!
Student/Unemployed: $50 ($35 Early Bird)
Member: $225 ($175 Early Bird)
Non-Member: $300 ($225 Early Bird)
Star Supporter (Because you can and care about the WTS mission): $350
All ticket sales will end on September 13, 2023. Seating is limited. Walk-ins will not be accommodated.
The amount of your donation minus $170 is tax deductible. Your donation will go to sustain our leadership programs and scholarships. Ticket purchase is a financial commitment, and no refunds will be issued. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to another person by updating the attendee information through this site.
Sponsorship Opportunities
VIP Reception Sponsor - Exclusive sponsor opportunity - $8,000 [Only 1 available]
- VIP Event naming after your company/agency to welcome keynote, Nuria Fernandez, and other special VIP guests
- Opportunity to have someone from your company/agency to provide a short speech during the VIP reception
- Premium table choice - will get first pick when seating map is finalized
- Reserved Table for 10 with entrance to the VIP event for all 10 guests
- Recognition on WTS SF Bay Area Chapter social media pages with one image and a custom 140-character message
- Recognition in all marketing materials
- Recognition on WTS website
- Recognition during event, including logo displayed on rotating slides during the event
Premium Table Sponsor - $5,000 ONLY 1 LEFT!
- Premium table choice – will get early pick when seating map is arranged
- Reserved Table for 10 guests
- 2 VIP reception passes - Two of your 10 guests will receive an invitation to the exclusive VIP reception
- Recognition on WTS SF Bay Area Chapter social media pages with one image and a custom 140-character message
- Recognition in all marketing materials
- Recognition on WTS website
- Recognition during event, including logo displayed on rotating slides during the event
Table Sponsor - $4,500
- Reserved Table for 10 guests
- Recognition in all marketing materials
- Recognition on WTS website
- Recognition during event, including logo displayed on rotating slides during the event
Half Table Sponsor - $2,500
- Reserved Half Table
- 5 tickets
- Recognition on WTS website
- Recognition during event, including logo displayed on rotating slides during the event
Program Sponsor - $2,000 SOLD OUT!
- Recognition on the event Program
- Recognition in the WTS SF Bay Area Chapter newsletter with links to your website, one image, and custom 500-character feature.
- Recognition on WTS SF Bay Area Chapter social media pages with one image and a custom 140-character message
- Recognition in all marketing materials
- Recognition on WTS website
- Recognition during event, including logo displayed on rotating slides during the event
Patron Sponsor - $1,000
- 5 tickets
- Recognition on WTS website
- Recognition during event, including logo displayed on rotating slides during the event
Scholarship Winner and/or Student Supporter - $2,500 SOLD OUT!
- Sponsor 5 scholarship winners and/or students at your table
- 5 tickets
- Recognition on WTS website
- Recognition during event, including logo displayed on rotating slides during the event
Live Music Sponsor - $1,500 SOLD OUT!
- Band will provide company/agency recognition at the event
- 2 tickets
- Recognition in all marketing materials
- Recognition on WTS website
- Recognition during event, including logo displayed on rotating slides during the event
For more information on how to purchase Table and Event Sponsorships, please contact Monique Fuhrman, [email protected] or Srushti Dupare, [email protected].
Other Donation Opportunities
Raffle & Silent Auction Donations
We are also accepting donations for our Raffle and Silent Auction! ALL proceeds from these donations go toward funding our scholarship fund and furthering our mission to support women in our industry. Unsure what to donate? Below are a few suggestions:
- Company-sponsored Gift Basket
- Gift Cards, Certificates, or Vouchers for retailers or experiences
- Mixed Donation Items
- Under $100: Kitchen appliances, FitBit, Alcatraz Tour Tickets, Zoo tickets, Museum tickets or membership, bike helmet, Yeti/Stanley tumblers, small gift basket or set, wine or spirits
- Over $100: Kindle, smart home devices, Bluetooth headphones, ballet or symphony tickets, sports games tickets, cooking class for two, airline ticket vouchers, smart watch, newspaper or magazine subscription, electric scooter, projector
- Priceless Experiences (e.g., special tours of a transportation project or facility, or lunch with an agency Executive)
If you’re interested in making a donation of this kind, please contact Monique Fuhrman, [email protected] or Srushti Dupare, [email protected].
Volunteer Your Time
Are you interested in volunteering your time to support the event? We are looking for assistance with various tasks before, during, and after the event. Volunteers can expect to donate about 2-3 hours of your time and will receive a discount on their admission to the event. Below are some examples of volunteer opportunities.
- Event Materials Preparation (before event)
- Event Setup (day of event)
- Registration (day of event)
- Raffle and Silent Auction Coordination (day of event)
- Cleanup and Breakdown (day of event)
- Raffle and Silent Auction Administration (after event)
If you’re interested, please contact Apple Loveless ([email protected]) to inquire about open volunteer opportunities.
Contact information
For questions about the Gala and information on volunteering during the event, please contact: Lacy Vong, [email protected] or DeNise Blake, [email protected]