Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College Cardinal Foundation is preparing for its highly anticipated second annual Cardinal Gala, which will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 10 at The Venue. The event will feature cocktails, a seated dinner, a silent auction, and live entertainment from talented musical groups Worth the Wait, a nationally recognized mother-daughter trio from Cherokee County, and Swoop, members of the Gadsden State Show Band.
“We are beyond thrilled to present such talented musicians and singers for this year’s Cardinal Gala,” said Hilary Folsom, director of Advancement and Alumni Relations at Gadsden State. “Worth the Wait, the mother-daughter trio from Cherokee County, is nationally recognized thanks to their appearances on American Idol and The Voice. We have planned an evening full of showcasing the talent of our students, as well as opportunities to interact with faculty, staff, and students in many of our programs, including FAME and Health Sciences.”
Last year’s inaugural Cardinal Gala was a resounding success, raising over $68,000 to support scholarships and college initiatives. Those funds have been used to enhance Health Sciences programs and to purchase supplies for a Black Box Theater for the Fine Arts department.
“With a delicious dinner featuring local vegetables, prepared by our students, you’ll enjoy a great meal alongside your tablemates,” said Tommie Goggans III, president of the Cardinal Foundation Board of Directors. “Our community and sponsors have been incredibly generous in supporting this event, and we couldn’t be more grateful. I encourage everyone to visit our social media page to see sponsor highlights and silent auction items, which I’m sure will go quickly.”
Sponsorship opportunities for the gala range from $1,500 for a table for eight to $10,000 for the exclusive Presenting Sponsor. Individual tickets are available for $100 each.
For more information on the Cardinal Gala, visit www.GadsdenState.edu/CardinalFoundation or contact Hillary Folsom at 256-549-8377.
