On Lok Celebrates brings together friends, partners, staff, and volunteers for an amazing evening to celebrate our community and On Lok services and programs for seniors we serve.
Join us on May 19th as we celebrate stories of special connections between On Lok drivers and seniors in our community.
Event Outcomes
• Over 425 in-person guests
• 67 amazing sponsors
• A record-breaking $485,000 raised for services to Bay Area seniors in need
Special Moments
• Gala attendees enjoyed a special opening outdoor reception with live music by Raquel Berlind & Trio Florencio, fantastic views of the Yerba Buena Gardens, gourmet small plates by Betty Zlatchin catering and sipped on the “Love, Luck & Lychee,” an expertly crafted gala signature cocktail.
• The Golden State Warriors even cooperated with a perfectly timed playoff win and fireworks display that guests watched against a breathtaking cityscape as we kicked off the evening seated program.
• Maria, a member of the On Lok 30th Street Senior Center and Manuel, her On Lok Case Manager, were recognized for their heartfelt story of partnership and support of On Lok services. Visit tinyurl.com/StoryofMaria22 to watch their story.
Live Auction
Golden State Warriors Hype Man Franco Finn and Celebrity Chef Martin Yan wowed the audience as they auctioned off unique and spectacular experiences including:
• Exclusive tasting tour of San Francisco Chinatown with Chef Martin Yan
• Date night for two including tickets and hotel to Elton John’s Farewell tour concert
• A one-of-a kind penthouse dinner party hosted by On Lok’s Grace Li
• Dinner for six hosted by Chef Martin Yan at his new Las Vegas restaurant including airfare and hotel
TITLE SPONSOR
PEARL SPONSORS
GRACE LI & FAMILY
Rob Thompson & Brad DeFoor
PLATINUM SPONSORS
ROBERT J. LOUIE MEMORIAL FUND
LONNY & NADYNE ORONA FAMILY FOUNDATION
DR. WELLMAN & MRS. MILDRED TSANG FAMILY FOUNDATION
DIAMOND SPONSORS
JADE SPONSORS
RUBY SPONSORS
Dr. Joseph & Mrs. Clara Barbaccia
John Braslaw & Robin Flagg
Dr. Jessica Eng & Dr. Cy Chan
John Blazek & Mark Andrews
Chao Suet Foundation & Poon Foundation
Eileen Kunz & Doug Humphrey
Ben Lui & Karen Lai
Dr. Jay & Mrs. Jan Luxenberg
Sharon Yow & Wilson Tang
GOLD SPONSORS
Dr. & Mrs. Collin S. Chu
William Lock & Darlene Wong-Lock
Mary Powell & Adam Messinger
Chris & Pam Rupright
Dr. Dexter & Pat Louie
Candy Rupp & Jack Gardner
Kevin Gerber & Jose Meza
Jennie Chin Hansen & Philip Abrams
Michele Lew & Jon Kessler Diane M. L. Lee
Chris Moody & Ryan LaLonde
Joy Moore & Family
Barbara Solomon & Richard Barr Hibbs
Christopher & Joyce Tom
Valorie & Leopoldo Villela
Michael Webb
Diana Yin & Dan Frey
On Lok CELEBRATES brings together friends, community partners, volunteers and generous supporters to the spectacular City View at the Metreon for a dazzling and meaningful evening of live entertainment, conversation, drinks and fine cuisine.
To commit to a sponsorship please contact Scott Lalonde, On Lok Development Events Manager at (628) 266-5193 or Scott.Lalonde@onlok.org.
Pre-event reception will be co-branded with your name/org’s name on marketing collateral
Table(s)/seating at gala
Name/logo placement on the gala invitation
Advertisement in the gala printed program
Your name or logo included in gala press release(s)
Logo and live link featured on gala web page
Logo or name listing on gala welcome signage
Public recognition from podium at the gala
Gift bag product opportunity
Recognition in On Lok newsletter
Article about your organization in On Lok newsletter
Be sure to save the date of FRIDAY, MAY 19, 2023, and be on the lookout for your gala printed invitations to arrive in the mail this spring.
The On Lok Celebrates’ planning committee is currently accepting sponsorship commitments for the 2023 gala. To learn more or if you have questions about the gala, contact Scott Lalonde, On Lok Development Events Manager at (628) 266-5193 or Scott.Lalonde@onlok.org.
