Get Ready to
Be Tickled Pink!

It’s the most highly anticipated event of the season in our community! Join us Friday, October 20 at the Broadway Pier, in downtown San Diego, for a fun night to support Stepping Stone of San Diego.

Stepping Stone has been the cornerstone of the LGBTQ recovery community for more than 47 years. The evidence-based treatment strategies they employ have helped thousands of people in San Diego recover from the disease of addiction.

Event Details

Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Valet Parking Available
Hors d'oeuvres and Cocktail on
The Broadway Pier Patio
Dinner: 6:00 PM
Program Starts: 6:45PM
Remarks by Senator Toni Atkins
and Mayor Todd Gloria
Alice + Ross Service Award
Live Auction
Raffle
Paddle Raise
Entertainment

Entertainment

We are thrilled to announce this year’s headliner for The Pink Gala is musician, actor, playwright and all-around awesome performer: Storm Large! You may have seen her on Rock Star: Supernova or, more recently, on America’s Got Talent! One reason the Pink Gala is always the event of the season is the spectacular entertainment and this year is no different! 

Who better to headline this year’s Pink Gala than the singer in the band Pink Martini! Storm made her debut as guest vocalist with the band Pink Martini in April 2011, singing four sold-out concerts with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. She continues to perform with the band, touring nationally and internationally, and she is featured on their album Get Happy. 

This year’s show promises to blow everyone away. You don’t want to miss it.

Our 2023 Sponsors

Sponsorship Program

As a supporter of philanthropic causes and an advocate for the LGBTQ community, we are thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to the upcoming Pink Gala, supporting Stepping Stone of San Diego, and we kindly request your participation in the Pink Gala as a generous sponsor.

The Pink Gala will be making its highly-anticipated return on Friday October 20th. We are excited to announce that the event will take place this year at the incredible Broadway Pier in downtown San Diego. This annual celebration brings together over 500 attendees who are passionate about supporting Stepping Stone of San Diego and their remarkable work in providing essential drug and alcohol services and HIV support services to the LGBTQ community.

Event sponsors will be prominently displayed during the event, showcasing your commitment to making drug and alcohol treatment services available to those most in need. Additionally, your generosity will be acknowledged in our event program, on our website, and through various social media platforms, reaching a wide audience of individuals who are invested in supporting causes like ours.

For 47 years, Stepping Stone of San Diego has been an invaluable resource, offering comprehensive recovery services and a safe haven for individuals facing addiction within the LGBTQ community. They understand the unique challenges faced by these individuals and provide a compassionate and inclusive environment that fosters healing and personal growth.

We believe in the power of collective action, and your support can make an indelible difference in the lives of those who rely on Stepping Stone of San Diego. Your contribution will provide the much-needed financial support that enables Stepping Stone of San Diego to continue their life-saving work.  

We understand that you may have specific preferences or constraints regarding your donation. We offer a range of sponsorship levels to suit your needs, which each include VIP tickets/tables for the event. We would be more than happy to discuss the details with you and tailor a contribution plan that aligns with your interests and capabilities.

The Pink Gala is not only a remarkable evening of celebration and support, but also an opportunity to network with influential individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact in our community. It is a chance to unite, stand together, and create lasting change.

To confirm your participation as a sponsor or for any inquiries, please feel free to reach out to [email protected].

Thank you for considering our request, and we sincerely hope that you will join us at the Pink Gala. Together, we can empower the LGBTQ community and provide a beacon of hope for those in need.

With heartfelt gratitude.

Thank you.

Michael Moore

Chair – Board of Directors

Stepping Stone of San Diego, Inc.

619-807-4007 [email protected]

2023 Pink Gala Sponsorship Levels

Title Sponsor

$20,000
  • 20 V-VIP Participants
  • Sponsored inspiration video played at event and online through social media
  • Recognition and logo on social media, large logo on sponsor page
  • Special recognition on event Commemorative Tile
  • Title Sponsor includes pre-event promotion and sponsorship of social media photo station

Capstone

$10,000
  • 20 V-VIP Participants
  • Sponsored inspiration video played at event and online through social media
  • Recognition and logo on social media, large logo on sponsor page
  • Special recognition on event Commemorative Tile

Keystone Level

$7500
  • 15 V-VIP Participants for Keystone
  • Special acknowledgment at the event
  • Recognition and logo on social media and large logo on sponsor page of website
  • Recognition on event Commemorative Tile

Cornerstone Level

$5000
  • 10 VIP Participants for Cornerstone
  • Special acknowledgment at the event
  • Recognition and logo on social media and large logo on sponsor page of website
  • Recognition on event Commemorative Tile

Foundation Level

$2500
  • 5 VIP Participants
  • Recognition and logo on social media and medium logo on sponsor page of website
  • Sponsorship highlighted during event
  • Listing on event Commemorative Tile

Supporter Level

$1000
  • 2 VIP Participants
  • Recognition and logo on social media and small logo on sponsor page of website
  • Sponsorship highlighted during event
  • Listing on event Commemorative Tile

To commit to the sponsorship you can contact us at [email protected] or purchase online at steppingstonesd.org/lol. 

The Pink Gala 2022 Photo Gallery

Online Auction

The Time Has Come For You To Bid For Your Life!
 
You don’t want to miss out on the great deals. As always there is something for everyone in the auction: restaurant gift cards, fitness packages, even a private yacht cruise.
 
Once you bid on an item, you’ll receive a notification if you’re outbid, so you don’t have to stay glued to the website to ensure you get the item you want!
 
Just like everything else LOL, all funds raised from the auction benefit the life-saving services of Stepping Stone San Diego! And even if you’re not able to attend the event, you can still participate in the auction. The auction will remain open until 5:00 pm on the night of the event, Friday, October 22. 
 
Good luck and may the best bidder win!