You are cordially invited To
MGCCC Foundation’s 16th Annual Gala
Saturday • March 28, 2026
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino • Magnolia Ballroom
Black Tie Optional
Silent Auction at 6:00 P.M. • Dinner at 7:15 P.M.
Join us for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and impact. Together, we will honor the extraordinary achievements of our MGCCC students and recognize the generous supporters who make scholarships and life-changing opportunities possible. Your presence helps shape the next generation of leaders on the Gulf Coast.
Sponsorships & TicketsSponsorship Opportunities
Invest in students. Invest in the future. Your support directly funds scholarships, programs, and opportunities for MGCCC students to thrive.
Individual Ticket
Contribution: $125
Includes dinner, entertainment, and the opportunity to support MGCCC students through your attendance and giving.
Purchase TicketsBronze Sponsor
Contribution: $2,500
- Branding: Bronze Sponsor recognition featured on all event materials
- Reserved Seating: 4 Reserved Seats
Silver Sponsor
Contribution: $6,000
- Branding: Silver Sponsor recognition featured in all event materials
- Reserved Seating: 6 Reserved Seats
Gold Sponsor
Contribution: $12,500
- Branding: Gold Sponsor recognition featured in all event materials
- Reserved Seating: 8 Reserved Seats
- Recognition: A quarter-page ad in the event program
Platinum Sponsor
Contribution: $25,000
- Branding: Platinum Sponsor recognition featured in all event materials
- Logo on Screen: Displayed throughout the event
- VIP Seating: 8 VIP Seats
- Exclusive Perks: Award presented to your company during the event, a half-page ad in the event program, social media recognition, and recognition on the MGCCC Foundation webpage for one year
President’s Circle Sponsor
Contribution: $50,000
- Branding: President’s Circle Sponsor recognition featured in all event materials
- Logo on Screen: Displayed prominently throughout the event
- VIP Seating: 10 VIP Seats with premium seating
- Exclusive Perks: Award presented to your company during the event, a full-page ad in the event program, featured in press releases, social media recognition, and recognition on the MGCCC Foundation webpage for one year
Presenting Sponsor
Contribution: $100,000
- Branding: Featured as the Presenting Sponsor featured in all event materials
- Logo on Screen: Displayed prominently throughout the event
- VIP Seating: 10 Front Row VIP Seats near the President’s Table
- Exclusive Perks: Award presented to your company during the event, a full-page ad with premium placement in the event program, featured in press releases, social media recognition, and recognition on the MGCCC Foundation webpage for one year
Why Sponsor?
Your sponsorship fuels scholarships, academic programs, and student success initiatives at MGCCC. Every dollar helps talented students reach their full potential and invest in a brighter future for our community.
Reserve Your Sponsorship Today and join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, generosity, and impact!
Contact Us
Dr. Suzi Brown
Vice President
Student Services,
Enrollment Strategies, and Advancement
(601) 528-8480
suzana.brown@mgccc.edu
Veronica Stubbs
Director
Advancement Services
(601) 928-6288
veronica.stubs@mgccc.edu
Paige Cannon
Scholarships &
Programs Specialist
(601) 528-8446
paige.cannon@mgccc.edu
Past Galas in Review
Gala Photos
Gala Video
Watch the 2020 Virtual Gala
Online event originally broadcast August 4, 2020.
The Annual Scholarship Gala is the Foundation’s primary fundraiser. Gala donations go directly toward scholarships that help provide a quality education to many deserving students. We were disappointed that we had to cancel our in-person Gala, previously scheduled for May 1, 2020. We are, however, thrilled to announce our first ever Virtual Gala, which will stream on August 4th! With so many people affected by the pandemic, scholarships are more important now than ever before. We want to ensure that students are able to enroll this fall and pursue their educational goals.
On behalf of the MGCCC Board of Trustees, Dr. Mary Graham and the Executive Council, the Foundation board of directors, our incredible students, alumni, all Gulf Coast faculty, staff, and friends… THANK YOU for your continued support. We simply couldn’t do it without you.
Thank you to our generous sponsors

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Foundation held its annual Scholarship Gala on May 20 at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in Biloxi. The annual event raised over $1,000,000 for MGCCC student scholarships.
At the gala, Joseph C. Canizaro was named recipient of the 2019 Hornsby Award. The Hornsby Award, named after MGCCC alumnae Claire Sekul Hornsby, is given annually to a leader, trailblazer and outstanding supporter of the college.
Funds raised during the gala provide scholarships through the MGCCC Foundation for students who need financial assistance. MGCCC provides many scholarships annually to ensure students are able to reach their educational goals.
Thanks to our 2019 Sponsors



