2025 Annual Dinner

Registration

Sponsorship Opportunities

VIP SPONSORS:

SOLD – Presenting Sponsor (Exclusive): $35,000

VIP Seating and dinner for (2) tables of 10
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
4 bottles of wine for each table
VIP parking passes for up to 10 vehicles
3 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
GCSC Culinary Program dinner service for 4
4 tickets to the EXCLUSIVE Blackbox Visual & Performing Arts spring performance OR Spring Musical with VIP parking for 2 vehicles
4 passes for 1 year entry into GCSC Athletic events
1 team of 4 in the 2024 GCSC Foundation Annual Golf Tournament
Framed certificate of recognition

SOLD – Dinner Sponsor (Exclusive): $20,000

VIP Seating and dinner for (2) tables of 8Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
3 bottles of wine for each table
VIP parking passes for up to 8 vehicles
3 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
4 tickets to the EXCLUSIVE Blackbox Visual & Performing Arts spring performance OR Spring Musical with VIP parking for 2 vehicles
2 passes for 1 year entry into GCSC Athletic events
1 team of 4 in the 2024 GCSC Foundation Annual Golf Tournament
Framed certificate of recognition

Entertainment Sponsor (Exclusive): $15,000

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 10
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
VIP parking passes for up to 4 vehicles
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
2 tickets to the EXCLUSIVE Blackbox Visual & Performing Arts spring performance OR Spring Musical
2 passes for 1 year entry into GCSC Athletic events
Framed certificate of recognition

Culinary Sponsor (Exclusive): $12,000

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
VIP parking passes for up to 2 vehicles
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
2 tickets to the Visual & Performing Arts Spring Musical
Framed certificate of recognition

Program Sponsor (Exclusive): $12,000

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
VIP parking passes for up to 2 vehicles
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
2 tickets to the Visual & Performing Arts Spring Musical
Framed certificate of recognition

Decor Sponsor (Exclusive): $12,000

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
VIP parking passes for up to 2 vehicles
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
2 tickets to the Visual & Performing Arts Spring Musical
Framed certificate of recognition

SOLD – Commodore Sponsor (Exclusive): $10,000

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
Framed certificate of recognition

SOLD – Student Speaker Sponsor (Exclusive): $7,500

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
Framed certificate of recognition

Faculty & Staff Sponsor (Exclusive): $7,500

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
Framed certificate of recognition

Interactive Experience Sponsor (Exclusive): $7,500

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
Framed certificate of recognition

SOLD – Wine Sponsor (Exclusive): $7,500

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
Framed certificate of recognition

SOLD – Marketing Sponsor (Exclusive): $5,500

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
Framed certificate of recognition

SOLD – Photography Sponsor (Exclusive): $5,500

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
Framed certificate of recognition

SOLD – Visual & Performing Arts Sponsor (Exclusive): $5,500

VIP Seating and dinner for (1) table of 8
Recognition in Foundation Annual Report & on all marketing materials
2 bottles of wine for each table
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Company name and logo to be presented during event
Framed certificate of recognition

TABLE SPONSORS:

Gold Sponsor: $4,500

Dinner table for 8 guests
Closest proximity to the main stage
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Name recognition on all marketing materials as “Gold Sponsor”

Silver Sponsor: $3,500

Dinner table for 8 guests
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Name recognition on all marketing materials as “Silver Sponsor”

Bronze Sponsor: $2,500 – SOLD OUT!

Dinner table for 8 guests
2 complementary cocktail tickets per guest
Name recognition on all marketing materials as “Bronze Sponsor”

Campus Sponsor: $2,000

Dinner table provided for 8 representatives of Gulf Coast State College comprised of faculty, staff and students selected by the Foundation
Name recognition on all marketing materials as “Campus Sponsor”

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS:

Individual Guest Ticket
- Dinner for 1 + 2 Complimentary cocktail tickets
Faculty & Staff Ticket
- Dinner for 1 + 2 Complimentary cocktail tickets reserved for GCSC Faculty & Staff (Limit 1 additional guest)

Things to Know for Elemental: An Evening of Earth, Water, Air & Fire

Event Details

Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM Cocktail Hour | 7:00 PM Dinner & Program
Location: Hotel Indigo, Downtown Panama City

Attire

This is a semi-indoor/outdoor event, so we encourage you to strike the perfect balance between comfort and style. Formal attire is suggested, and guests are welcome to incorporate touches of the Elemental theme—earth, water, air, and fire.

Hotel Room Block

We are pleased to offer a reserved room block at Hotel Indigo.

Book Your Room Here – Gulf Coast State College Foundation Annual Dinner Group Block
(Please enter dates September 26–27, 2025. Group Code: GCF is preloaded in the link.)

Reservations may also be made by phone:
850-402-5100 or 1-800-HOLIDAY
Ask for the Gulf Coast State College Foundation Annual Dinner Group Block or use Group Code: GCF.

Cut-off date: September 12, 2025
A portion of room night stays goes back to support the Foundation.

Guest Information

Please provide guest names and email addresses so we can keep them informed.
Notify us of any shellfish allergies to ensure the culinary team can make accommodations.
Sponsors are encouraged to share this page with their guests so everyone is prepared.

Silent Auction Preview

Our silent auction will feature over $45,000 in incredible items and experiences, with all proceeds supporting scholarships and student success.

Highlights include:

A brand-new kayak
Elegant luxury jewelry
Private chef dinner experiences
A Big Green Egg grill
Curated local business baskets
A cozy bonfire experience
Several exciting live auction items revealed at the event

Bring your hearts—and your wallets—knowing that every bid makes a difference.

Students in the Spotlight

The evening will showcase the talents of Gulf Coast students:

Culinary Program – elemental-inspired food stations during cocktail hour
Visual & Performing Arts – live jazz band and student performers
Hospitality Program – assisting with setup, hosting, and guest experience
Student Speaker – sharing an inspiring story of transformation