Hope Flies Gala
An inspiring evening honoring the humanitarian legacy of Colonel Gail S. Halvorsen — in support of youth STEM education and service.
DATE
September 12, 2026
Venue
Utah State Capitol Rotunda
Time
5:00 PM Reception · 6:00 PM Gala
We Rise Together
This year’s theme, “We Rise Together,” reflects the spirit that carried a divided city through the Berlin Airlift, united a nation in moments of crisis, and continues to inspire communities today.
When Gail Halvorsen tied candy to handmade parachutes and dropped them from the sky, he showed the world that small acts, done with compassion, can lift hearts and change history.
That same humanitarian heart guides The Candy Bomber Foundation’s mission today.
Individual Ticket – $250.00 / VIP Reception Addon – +$50.00
We Rise Together
This year’s theme, “We Rise Together,” reflects the spirit that carried a divided city through the Berlin Airlift, united a nation in moments of crisis, and continues to inspire communities today.
When Gail Halvorsen tied candy to handmade parachutes and dropped them from the sky, he showed the world that small acts, done with compassion, can lift hearts and change history.
That same humanitarian heart guides The Candy Bomber Foundation’s mission today.
Individual Ticket – $250.00 / VIP Reception Addon – +$50.00
FOR ORGANIZATIONS
Sponsorship Opportunities
Stand alongside the Candy Bomber Foundation’s legacy of hope — and put your brand in front of an audience that values purpose as much as impact.
Only 1 Available
$50,000
Presenting
- NWelcome attendees to event with CBF Board Chair
- NLogo Sponsor - VIP Room & Podium
- NTable for 10 guests
- N10 VIP Meet & Greet Access Tickets
- NOptional: Keynote Speaker at your table
- NLogo placement prominent on all event materials, media & website
- NPresent one award during awards ceremony plus 3 minutes to speak about your organization
$25,000
Keynote
1 Available
- NLogo Sponsor on Registration Table & Keynote Speaker Sponsor
- NTable for 10 guests
- N8 VIP Meet & Greet Access Tickets
- NOptional: VIP board or community member at your table
- NLogo placement prominent on all event materials, media & website
- NPresent one award during awards ceremony plus 2 minutes to speak about your organization
$25,000
Registration
1 Available
- NLogo prominently displayed at Registration and Auction Tables
- NTable for 10 guests
- N8 VIP Meet & Greet Access Tickets
- NOptional: VIP board or community member at your table
- NLogo on all event materials, media and website
$20,000
DinnerÂ
1 Available
- NDinner Sponsor with logo on Dinner Tables & Welcome Guests to Dinner
- NTable for 10 guests
- N4 VIP Meet & Greet Access Tickets
- NOptional: VIP board or community member at your table
- NLogo on all event materials, media & website
$15,000
Event
1 Available
- NLogo on table tent cards
- NTable for 10 guests
- N4 VIP Meet & Greet Access Tickets
- NOptional: VIP board or community member at your table
- NLogo on all event materials, media & website
$15,000
Entertainment
1 Available
- NLogo on performance areas and registration table
- NTable for 10 guests
- N4 VIP Meet & Greet Access Tickets
- NLogo on all event materials, media & website
$5,000
General Sponsor
- NVenue Sponsor
- NTable for 10 guests
- N2 VIP Meet & Greet Access Tickets
- NLogo on all event materials, media & website
$2,500
Table Sponsor
- NTable Sponsor
- NTable for 10 guests
- NLogo on all event materials, media & website
$2,500
Venue Sponsor
NO TABLE
- NGeneral Sponsor
- NLogo on all event materials, media & website