Together, we will shine the light of Christ through compassion, generosity, and a lasting legacy of mercy.
Mary’s Mercy Center’s Annual Celebration Gala is our signature fundraising event, bringing together compassionate supporters, community leaders, and friends united in our mission to restore hope, dignity, and opportunity to those experiencing homelessness and hardship.
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating lives transformed through the generosity of our community. Guests will enjoy a memorable night featuring stories of impact, a Golden Opportunity Drawing, Cash Prize Raffle, and meaningful opportunities to further our mission of mercy.
The 39th Annual Mary’s Mercy Center Celebration Gala: A Harvest of Hope & Mercy will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Red Hill Country Club in Rancho Cucamonga, California. The evening begins with a Cocktail Reception at 6:00 p.m., followed by Dinner, Inspirational Program, and Fundraising Presentation at 7:00 p.m.
Guided by the Holy Spirit, proceeds from this year’s celebration will support the establishment of The Perpetual Light Fund, Mary’s Mercy Center’s permanent endowment. This vital initiative will help sustain the mission and ensure the legacy of compassion and service begun by
Fr. Barry more than four decades ago continues to shine for generations to come.
Together, we will cultivate hope, advance mercy, and keep Christ’s light shining through Mary’s Mercy Center’s continued service to those most in need.
MMC Gala Sponsorship Opportunities range from $25,000-$1,000 (does include tickets or premier tables, benefits and much more, see below)
Underwriting Opportunities range from $5,000-$1,000: (does not include tickets, separate contribution). Support a specific element of the evening while receiving recognition throughout the event. All underwriting sponsors receive recognition through Mary’s Mercy Center event materials, including print and digital signage, website recognition, PowerPoint displays, and verbal acknowledgement during the Gala.
For questions or information regarding the gala celebration, please email mmcgala@marysmercy.org
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General Gala Ticket $175
Enjoy an elegant evening featuring a hosted Cocktail Reception, a delicious Dinner, inspiring program presentations, and live entertainment as we celebrate hope, mercy, and the transformative impact of Mary's Mercy Center.
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General Gala Table $1,750
Gather your guests and enjoy an evening of fellowship, celebration, and support for Mary’s Mercy Center. A General Admission Table includes seating for ten guests, Cocktail Reception, Dinner, Program, and Entertainment. Multiple tables may be purchased; however, General Admission Tables do not include additional benefits or sponsor recognition.
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Sacred Heart Sponsor (2 Available) $25,000
*Three (3) tables of ten (10) guests with premier seating*Full-page color advertisement in the Gala event program *Speaking opportunity during the Mary's Mercy Center Gala program *Premier event signage and digital recognition as the Sacred Heart Title Sponsor *Press release acknowledgement highlighting your partnership *Recognition on Mary's Mercy Center's Gala webpage, event program, and digital platforms as the Title Sponsor *Opportunity to provide a promotional item for inclusion in guest swag bags (200 guests)
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Abundant Giving Sponsor (2 Available) $15,000
*Two (2) tables of ten (10) guests with preferred seating *Full-page color advertisement in the Gala event program *Shared event signage and digital recognition as an Abundant Giving Sponsor *Press release acknowledgement highlighting your partnership *Recognition on Mary's Mercy Center's Gala webpage, event program, and digital platforms *Opportunity to provide a promotional item for inclusion in guest swag bags (200 guests)
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Inspirational Sponsor (3 Available) $10,000
*One (1) table of ten (10) guests with preferred seating *Full-page color advertisement in the Gala event program *Shared event signage recognition as an Inspirational Sponsor *Recognition on Mary's Mercy Center's Gala webpage, event program, and digital platforms *Opportunity to provide a promotional item for inclusion in guest swag bags (200 guests)
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Grace Sponsor (3 Available) $10,000
*Eight (8) Gala event tickets *Half-page color advertisement in the Gala event program *Shared event signage recognition as a Grace Sponsor *Recognition on Mary's Mercy Center's Gala webpage, event program, and digital platforms
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Compassion Sponsor ( 4 Available) $5,000
*Five (5) Gala event tickets *Half-page black & white advertisement in the Gala event program *Shared event signage recognition as a Compassion Sponsor *Recognition on Mary's Mercy Center's Gala webpage, event program, and digital platforms
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Heartfelt Sponsor ( 5 Available) $2,500
*Four (4) Gala event tickets *Quarter-page color advertisement in the Gala event program *Shared event signage recognition as a Heartfelt Sponsor *Recognition on Mary's Mercy Center's Gala webpage, event program, and digital platforms
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Kindness Sponsor ( 5 Available) $1,000
*Two (2) event tickets and recognition at the event *Quarter-page black & white advertisement in event program *Shared event signage recognition as a Kindness Sponsor *Recognition on MMC’s event webpage, program, and digital platforms
MMC 2026 Gala Sponsors: (as of 8.21.26)
Sacred Heart Sponsor ($25,000)
Terry & Nicole Kent
Abundant Giving ($15,000)
Jerry & Barbara Gaynor
Susan Widney
Inspirational ($10,000)
Crestwood Communities
Kitty Garvey
Kindness ($1,000)
RC Earthworks, Inc.
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