Gala Fundraiser
Once Upon a Time at Fairyland
fundraising gala in support of Children’s Fairyland in Oakland
Evening of Wednesday, May 25, 2022
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Kick off your glass slippers and join us as we invest in Fairyland’s bright future!
Once Upon a Time at Fairyland returns live and in person to the shores of Lake Merritt, bringing with it a rare—and coveted—opportunity for adults to experience the park without littles. Add to that a gorgeous evening of food, wine, costumes, fun, and philanthropy under the stars and you’ve got an evening that cannot be missed.
Our team is working hard to ensure that you will have an incredible evening while keeping the health and safety of our guests in mind: all attendees will be required to be fully vaccinated, including all recommended booster doses, and we’re using creative event design to enhance space for distancing.
Interested in last minute single tickets?
Please contact Leslie Fay Marks, Senior Director of Philanthropy, at leslie.marks@fairyland.org or (510) 452-2259 to inquire about available seating.
Our online auction begins on Friday, May 13 at noon and ends Saturday, May 28 at 8 p.m. PDT
2022 Gala Sponsors
Diamond Sponsors
Theresa Nelson and Barney Smits
Ruby Sponsors
Diane Delucchi Goodhue
Ken Betts' Companies
Chris and Jana Pastena, owners of Chop Bar/Calavera
Deborah and Bob Van Nest
Glenn and Ellen Voyles
Silver Sponsors
First Republic Bank
Hanson Bridgett LLP
The Mickelson/Brody Multigenerational Fund
Oaklandish
Port of Oakland
Crystal Sponsors
AB&I Foundry
Karen Boyd and Samee Roberts
Genesis Protective Services
Marcus Realty
Lorna Padia Markus
Rodney Richter and Gena Lewis Richter
Shining Star Consulting LLC
The Thompson-Bliss Family Gift
Walker and Associates Consulting
Questions?
Contact Leslie Fay Marks, Director of Philanthropy, at leslie.marks@fairyland.org or (510) 452-2259.
2022 Gala Committee
Jana Pastena, Chair
Chop Bar
Calavera
Diane Goodhue, Honorary Chair
Philanthropist
Goodhue Investments
Carla Betts
Philanthropist
Ken Betts, Co.
Tori Decker
Downtown Oakland Association
Isaac Kos-Read
Kos Read Group
Jillian Loh Kearns
Loh Realty & Investments
Wellington Property Company
Camden Louie
PagerDuty
Theresa Nelson
Theresa Nelson & Associates
Dawn Newton
Donahue Fitzgerald LLP
Deborah Van Nest
Philanthropist
Individual and Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities
At Fairyland, we believe in the promise and joy of all Oakland and Bay Area families, and that the power of play and stories—personal, cultural, and fictional—are a vital part of growing up. Sponsor Once Upon a Time at Fairyland and invest in diverse representation, broad access, and meaningful community, all while connecting with a broad range of philanthropists deeply committed to Oakland and Bay Area families.
Sponsorships are available at four levels:
- Diamond Sponsor: $10,000 includes ten (10) tickets
- Ruby Sponsor: $5,000 includes ten (10) tickets
- Sapphire Sponsor: $2,500 includes four (4) tickets
- Crystal Sponsor: $1,000 includes two (2) tickets
Find all the details of corporate sponsorship here.
Find all the details of individual sponsorship here.
