Underwriting Opportunities prepared for
We’ve been giving children a strong voice since 1964. And this year is no exception.
Fashion for Choco, is dedicated to uniting designers, fashion houses, and fashion enthusiasts in a shared heartfelt mission to support the exceptional work of the Children’s Hospital Orange County, now a part of Rady Children’s Health. Through collaboration and compassion, we aim to provide resources and inspire positive changes to help make a difference for children and families in need. Together, we turn our love for fashion into a powerful force for good.
About the 17th Annual CHOC Gala
The CHOC Gala, Orange County’s largest and most successful philanthropic event for children, provides unparalleled corporate visibility and client engagement.
This premier gathering celebrates CHOC’s vital mission to nurture, advance, and protect the health and wellbeing of children. Through this high-profile event, CHOC has built lasting, impactful community relationships, raised critical awareness of pediatric healthcare issues, and secured nearly $42 million to support the children in our care.
Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Grove of Anaheim, in a spectacular outdoor setting designed to host the region’s most prominent philanthropists, community leaders, and CHOC physicians.
The 17th Annual CHOC Gala will honor those advancing pediatric healthcare and will feature an exclusive performance by multi-award-winning artist Christina Aguilera! This caliber of entertainment ensures exceptional media attention and a desirable audience.
This year, the CHOC Gala has an ambitious goal of raising $6 million. Funds will be directed toward expanding CHOC’s KidsCare Fund, an effort that directly reflects our partners’ dedication to community impact. These critical funds ensure World-Class Access and that no child is ever turned away due to their family’s inability to pay. It also ensures that CHOC can provide Comprehensive Care and support for vital services that insurance rarely covers, including mental health services, and Child Life, music, and art therapies.
By aligning with the CHOC Gala, and Fashion For Choco, your brand doesn’t just receive recognition; it becomes directly responsible for transforming healthcare for the most vulnerable children and families we serve. The Gala offers a powerful opportunity to achieve high-level philanthropic goals with guaranteed visibility and demonstrable impact.
Please consider supporting and joining us at the 2026 Gala and joining other members of the fashion community, where one show-stopping evening can give families the research, treatment, and touching moments that will stay with them for a lifetime.
Please contact us about supporting this spectacular evening or if you have any questions, you may reach a member of the CHOC Gala team at gala@choc.org.
Thank you for helping us give every childhood the chance it needs to flourish.
With gratitude,
Heidi Hame Co-founder and Advocate Fashion for Choco
GALA LOUNGE SPONSOR | $200,000 (ONLY ONE AVAILABLE)
DONOR BENEFITS
• One Gala table of 12 in a premier location
• Four (4) individuals to meet and greet with Christina Aguilera (Subject to availability)
• Opportunity to place a gift on the table for your guests
• Ten stuffed Choco Bears for your guests (Opportunity to include custom tag, due March 30, 2026)
• One reserved table at the CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Premier Vintners wine package (Includes red and white wines)
• Table-side cocktail service and premium hosted bar
• Priority valet parking
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Company name prominently displayed at the CHOC Gala Lounge and Bar via video screens (logo can be animated)
• Designated area in the Lounge for a custom backdrop for photos
• Branded ice luge
• Branded signature mocktail and cocktail
• Branded stir sticks and cocktail napkins
• Company logo on event Step and Repeat
• On-stage verbal recognition (event night)
• One full page color ad in Gala program (provide by March 30,2026)
• Name listed prominently on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• CHOC Circle of Care Membership
• Attendance for two at the CHOC Foundation Charley Awards Luncheon (Nov 2026)
• Attendance for two at the Gala Celebration Luncheon (TBD)
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Brand mention included in event social media post
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the event press release
• Recognition in the CHOC Foundation’s annual online donor listing
AFTER PARTY SPONSOR
| $150,000 (ONLY ONE AVAILABLE)
DONOR BENEFITS
• One Gala table of 12 in a premier location
• Two (2) individuals to meet and greet with Christina Aguilera (Subject to availability)
• Opportunity to place a gift on the table for your guests
• Ten stuffed Choco Bears for your guests (Opportunity to include custom tag, due March 30, 2026)
• One reserved table at the CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Premier Vintners wine package (Includes red and white wines)
• Table-side cocktail service and premium hosted bar
• Priority valet parking
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Company name prominently displayed at the After Party video screens (logo can be animated)
• Company name on the After Party venue marquee
• Company logo-branded wristband
• Branded ice luge
• Branded signature mocktail and cocktail
• Branded stir sticks, branded cocktail napkins
• Company logo on the main event Step and Repeat
• Company logo on After Party photo booth prints and After Party step and repeat
• On-stage verbal recognition on the night of the event
• One full page color ad in Gala program (provide by March 30, 2026)
• Name listed prominently on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• CHOC Circle of Care Membership
• Attendance for two at the CHOC Foundation Charley Awards Luncheon (Nov 2026)
• Attendance for two at the Gala Celebration Luncheon (TBD)
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Brand mention included in event social media post
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the event press release
GIFT OF LIFE SPONSOR | $100,000
DONOR AND GUEST BENEFITS
• One Gala table of 12 in a premier location
• Two (2) individuals meet and greet with Christina Aguilera (Subject to availability)
• Opportunity to place a gift on the table for your guests
• One reserved table at the CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Premier Vintners wine package (Includes red and white wines)
• Table-side cocktail service and premium hosted bar
• Priority valet parking
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Company Logo on Event Step and Repeat
• On-stage verbal recognition on the night of the event
• On-screen name recognition (provide by March 30, 2026)
• One static digital ad to be displayed throughout the night
• One full page color ad in Gala program (provide by March 30, 2026)
• Name listed prominently on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• CHOC Circle of Care Membership
• Attendance for two at the annual Charley Awards Luncheon (Nov 2026)
• Attendance for two at the Gala Celebration Luncheon (TBD)
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Brand mention included in event social media post
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the event press release
• Recognition in the CHOC Foundation’s annual online donor listing
EXCLUSIVE TABLE FAVOR SPONSOR
| $50,000
DONOR BENEFITS
• One Gala table of 10 in a prime location
• Attendance at CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Vintners wine package (Includes red and white wines)
• Premium hosted bar and cocktails
• Priority valet parking
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Onscreen name recognition (event night)
• Name listed prominently on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• One digital color ad, shown onscreen during the event (digital ad deadline: March 30, 2026)
• On-stage verbal recognition on the night of the event
• Donor to provide randed item for every guest (1000-1100 items required)
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Brand mention included in event social media post
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the event press release
• Recognition in the CHOC Foundation’s annual online donor listing
GIFT OF CARING SPONSOR | $50,000
DONOR BENEFITS
• One Gala table of 10 in a prime location
• Attendance at CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Vintners wine package (Includes red and white wines)
• Premium hosted bar and cocktails
• Priority valet parking
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Onscreen name recognition (event night)
• Name listed prominently on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• One digital color ad, shown onscreen during the event (digital ad deadline: March 30, 2026)
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the CHOC Foundation’s annual online donor listing
GIFT OF DANCE SPONSOR
| $10,000
GIFT OF LOVE SPONSOR |
$35,000
DONOR BENEFITS
• One table with 10 seats at the CHOC Gala in good location
• Attendance at CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Premium hosted bar, cocktails and wines
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Name listed on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• One color digital ad, shown onscreen during the event (digital ad deadline: March 30, 2026)
• Circle of Friends Giving Society
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the CHOC Foundation’s annual online donor listing
GIFT OF FRIENDSHIP SPONSOR |
$20,000
DONOR BENEFITS
• One table of 10 seats at the CHOC Gala
• Attendance at CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Premium hosted bar, cocktails and wines
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Name listed on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• One color digital ad, shown onscreen during the event (digital ad deadline: March 30, 2026)
• Circle of Friends Giving Society
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the CHOC Foundation’s annual online donor listing
DONOR BENEFITS
• Two CHOC Gala tickets with seating in a prime location
• Attendance at CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Vintners wine package (Includes red and white wines)
• Premium hosted bar and cocktails
• Priority valet parking
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Name listed on the CHOC Gala website
• Onscreen name recognition (event night)
• Name listed on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the CHOC Foundation’s annual online donor listing
GALA TICKETS
| $5,000
DONOR BENEFITS
• Two CHOC Gala tickets
• Attendance at CHOC Gala VIP After Party
• Premium hosted bar and cocktails
• Official Getty photographer covering the event, especially for Fashion for CHOCO guests.
MARKETING BENEFITS
• Name listed on the CHOC Gala website
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco underwriting section in the CHOC Gala program
• Name recognition in exclusive Fashion for Choco digital ad to be shared throughout the night
• Official VIP Member of Fashion for CHOCO
• Fashion For Choco social media badge
• Recognition on Fashion for Choco Instagram post
• Recognition in the CHOC Foundation’s annual online donor listing
