Golden Gala: Celebrating 50 Years of Quality Child Care *SOLD OUT*

Join us on May 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM at Marriott in Rancho Cordova for an unforgettable evening—honoring our legacy and launching the next 50 years of impact for children, families, and early educators.

In this section

• Sponsorship
• Sponsor Spotlight
• Awardee Spotlight
• Voices of the Evening
• Donate Auction Item

Welcome

The Golden Gala is a night to celebrate what’s possible when a community comes together. 

This milestone evening honors 50 years of progress and contributes to what comes next. The Golden Gala honors the community leaders, advocates, and partners who have shaped this work and looks ahead to the next generation of opportunity. Your participation tonight helps expand access, strengthen providers, and ensure every child has a strong start—now and for the future.

Event Highlights

An evening designed to celebrate impact, connection, and community, including:
Dinner and music

-Honoring child care champions and community allies

-Stories from families and early educators

-Opportunities to connect with civic leaders, philanthropists, and employers

-Silent and live auction

* This event is black-tie optional.

Why We’re Fundraising

The Golden Gala supports strategic investments that expand access, strengthen providers and help more children thrive.

It means:

• Services that help families stay stable and thrive
• More child care options for families with diverse needs
• Support for providers to grow and improve their programs

Sponsorship

Sponsorships

Your sponsorship isn’t just a contribution—it’s an investment in Sacramento’s future. Together, we can uplift providers, support parents, and ensure every child has a strong start.

Community Supporter – $2,500

Access Accelerator – $5,000

Care Champion – $10,000

System Shaper – $25,000

Legacy Visionary – $50,000

Sponsor Spotlight

Sponsors Spotlight

Join Sacramento’s leaders to celebrate 50 years of impact—and invest in the next 50. The Golden Gala brings together employers, civic partners, and community champions who believe child care is essential infrastructure.

Care Champion

Awardee Spotlight

Awardee Spotlight

Other Ways to Give

• PayPal (reduced fees): Donate securely through PayPal to help minimize processing costs. 

• ACH / Wire (no fees): For bank transfers, please email fundraising@childaction.org 

• Checks (no fees): Checks may be mailed directly to Child Action

ATTN: John Fox 

10540 White Rock Road, Suite 180

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 

Voices of the Evening

Voices of the Evening

These voices help shape the flow and feel of the evening, creating moments that inspire connection and generosity.

Donate Auction Item

Silent Auction

Our silent auction is now live, featuring a curated selection of local favorites, unique experiences, and exclusive packages. Browse early, place your bids, and explore everything available before Gala night.

Preview the Live Auction

You can now view our live auction packages, featuring a curated selection of high-value and one-of-a-kind experiences.

If you’re unable to attend or would like to plan ahead, we are happy to support proxy bidding. Please reach out to our team to participate.

 Impact at a Glance

Child Action has funded 25 million hours of child care—distributing $160 million and generating a potential $2.56 billion economic impact across the region.

Be Part of the Next 50 Years

Celebrate our legacy. Strengthen the future of Sacramento’s children, families, and early educators. Purchase tickets, sponsor the evening, or donate an auction item—and help build a child care system that powers our region’s workforce and prosperity.