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The Event Details
Friday, December 4, 2026
6:00 PM
Montecito Club, Santa Barbara
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of shelter, generosity, and the lives we can change together.
Guests will enjoy an elegant cocktail reception featuring award-winning wines from California’s Central Coast, followed by a seated dinner, inspiring stories from ShelterBox’s work around the world, special guest appearances, awards, exciting live auction packages, and our signature “Stand Up and Be Counted” fundraising appeal.
The evening will bring together supporters, civic and business leaders, celebrities, and community partners in celebration of the impact we’ve made—and the work still ahead.
Table Host Experience
Each table offers a meaningful way to bring together friends, family, colleagues, or clients in support of ShelterBox’s mission.
$50,000 | Premier Sponsor
- Host a full table (12 guests)
- Personally invite and confirm all guests
- Serve as a key ambassador leading up to and during the event
- Help set the tone for giving and engagement
- Additional Table Host details will be available soon
$25,000 | Platinum
- Host a full table (12 guests)
- Personally invite and confirm all guests
- Serve as a key ambassador leading up to and during the event
- Help set the tone for giving and engagement
- Additional Table Host details will be available soon
$15,000 | Gold
- Host a full table (12 guests)
- Personally invite and confirm all guests
- Serve as a key ambassador leading up to and during the event
- Help set the tone for giving and engagement
- Additional Table Host details will be available soon
$10,000 | Silver
- Host a full table (12 guests)
- Personally invite and confirm all guests
- Serve as a key ambassador leading up to and during the event
- Help set the tone for giving and engagement
- Additional Table Host details will be available soon
$5,000 (SOLD OUT) | Bronze
- Host a full table (12 guests)
- Personally invite and confirm all guests
- Serve as a key ambassador leading up to and during the event
- Help set the tone for giving and engagement
- Additional Table Host details will be available soon
Sponsorship Opportunities
Designed for individuals, businesses, foundations, vendors, in-kind supporters, and community partners who wish to gain visibility while providing strategic support for ShelterBox’s mission and helping us achieve our fundraising goal.
$50,000 | Global Partner
- Exclusive title sponsor & naming rights
- VIP table for 12
- On-stage speaking opportunity
- Premier logo placement on all materials
- Custom ShelterBox experience
- Media & social media campaigns
- Full-page program feature
- Website recognition for 1 year
$25,000 | Shelter Leader
- Premier logo placement
- VIP table for 12
- Sponsor ShelterBox field staff attendance
- Press & media recognition
- Social media feature
- Website recognition for 1 year
- Private ShelterBox presentation
$10,000 | Response Champion
- Logo on signage & materials
- Table for 12
- Underwrite Response Team participation
- Verbal recognition
- Pre-event social media spotlight
- Website recognition for 6 months
$5,000 | Awareness Ally
- Logo on select materials
- Printed program & slideshow recognition
- Social media thank-you
- Website recognition for 3 months
$2,500 | Community Builder
- Name listed in program & materials
- Social media thank-you
- Website recognition for 1 month
Questions and Inquiries
Jennifer Kocian, Director of Events and Community Engagement, ShelterBox USA
Email: [email protected]
Your Support Impacts our Work
“ShelterBox delivers emergency shelter and essential relief to women, children, and families who have lost everything to disaster and conflict around the world. When crisis strikes, a safe place to sleep is not a comfort-it is the first step toward survival, dignity, and the possibility of rebuilding a life. The funds raised at our annual event power rapid, life-saving responses that bring shelter, protection, and hope to families in their darkest moments.”
-ShelterBox USA President, Kerri Murray
A Special Thank you
Please join us in thanking our Table Hosts and Sponsors for their generous support.
We are also partnering with new vendors and supporters this year to elevate this year’s event and expand its reach and impact. We are grateful to our sponsors for their partnership and generosity, and we thank them in advance for helping make this celebration and fundraising effort possible.
We are equally grateful to our dedicated committee members and volunteers who bring their time, passion, and commitment to help bring this event to life. Their efforts are instrumental in advancing our mission and creating a meaningful experience for our community.
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