It is time for our 17th Annual Gala Fundraiser honoring this year’s CSM Silver Surfer honorees!
The California Surf Museum invites you to attend the 17th Annual Gala Fundraiser as it celebrates its 39th anniversary. Since 1986, CSM has been collecting and preserving the surfing history and artifacts of this popular lifestyle sport and culture as well as producing fascinating exhibits and dynamic educational programs. The funds generated from the Gala help the museum continue these efforts.
The 17th Annual Gala will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2024 from 2-8 pm at the oceanfront Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, 101 Mission Ave, Oceanside, California. Overlooking there Oceanside Pier and the Pacific Ocean.
The event begins with a 2 pm cocktail hour on the outdoor patio adjacent to our silent auction room with dinner service in the main ballroom following at 4pm. Once meal service is completed, the excitement begins with a live auction of surfboards made specifically for this event. Our evening is then completed with the presentation of the Silver Surfer award to this year’s honorees.
A lifetime achievement honor, the “Silver Surfer Award” is presented annually by the California Surf Museum to a surfer who has made significant contributions to the culture and lifestyle of the surfing community and whose life has also inspired others to expand their awareness and continues to set a shining example of a true Silver Surfer. The recipient will be presented with a “Silver Surfer Award” inscribed with their name and year of honor; a perpetual “Silver Surfer Award” with names of the recipients will be housed at the California Surf Museum.
The past recipients of CSM’s Silver Surfer award are notable surfers and contributors to the surfing industry: Joey Cabell, Fred Hemmings, Paul Strauch Jr., Butch Van Artsdalen – In Memory, Marge Calhoun – In Memory, Bing Copeland, Kathy Zuckerman, Yvon Chouinard, Debbie Beacham, Lynn Boyer, Kim Mearig, Tom Morey – In Memory, Donald Takayama – In Memory, Joel Tudor, Lisa Andersen, Tom Curren, Don Hansen, Fernando Aguerre, Gerry Lopez, Jericho Poppler, Wayne “Rabbit” Bartholomew, Ian “Kanga” Cairns, Dane Kealoha, Margo Godfrey Oberg, Mark “MR” Richards, Shaun Tomson, Peter “PT” Townend, Joyce Hoffman, Nat Young, Greg Noll, Skip Frye, Linda Benson and Gary Linden.
Sponsorship Packages
We are very excited to offer sponsorship opportunities, allowing our supporters to make an even bigger impact on the future of the California Surf Museum!
GOLD SPONSOR
$10,000
[tax deductible donation $7,435]
Be part of a history making event!
Includes:
- Appetizers, dinner and drink for 10 guests at a VIP reserved table.
- Silent and live auction opportunities.
- Branded centerpiece and one gift basket.
- 10 VIP gift bags.
- Full-page ad in the Gala program and mentions during event.
- Included in all Gala press releases, social media, and emails promoting the Gala.
- Permanent recognition at the California Surf Museum.
- One ocean view room with valet parking for a two-night stay Gala weekend at the beautiful Cape Rey Resort.
SILVER SPONSOR
$7,500
[tax deductible donation $5,111]
Be part of a history making event!
Includes:
- Appetizers, dinner and drink for 10 guests at a VIP reserved table.
- Silent and live auction opportunities.
- Branded centerpiece and one gift basket.
- 10 VIP gift bags.
- 1/2-page ad in the Gala program and mentions during event.
- Included in all Gala press releases, social media, and emails promoting the Gala.
- One pool view room with valet parking for a two-night stay Gala weekend at the beautiful Cape Rey Resort.
BRONZE SPONSOR
$5,500
[tax deductible donation $3,393]
Be part of a history making event!
Includes:
- Appetizers, dinner and drink for 10 guests at a VIP reserved table.
- Silent and live auction opportunities.
- Branded centerpiece and one gift basket.
- 10 VIP gift bags.
- 1/8-page ad in the Gala program and mentions during event.
- One pool view room with valet parking for Gala night stay at the beautiful Cape Rey Resort.
Table Packages
Reserved Table for 10
$2,750
[tax deductible donation $1,100]
Be part of a history making event!
Get 10 of your best friends together and get a reserved table! Ticket must be purchased in one transaction. Includes appetizers, dinner (vegetarian option available), dessert, 2 CSM guest passes for each table guest and our sincere gratitude for your support.
Includes appetizers, dinner and drink, and silent and live auction opportunities.
Individual Tickets
$275
[tax deductible donation $110]
Be part of a history making event!
Includes appetizers, dinner (vegetarian option available), and dessert at the 5-star venue, assigned table seating, 2 CSM guest passes and our sincere gratitude for your support.
We are asking for donations for our Gala Auctions to reach our fundraising goals.
Please consider donating gift certificates, items, experiences or services that highlight your brand. The Silent and Live Auctions are the evening’s main fundraising effort and has always delighted our guests. Click here to download donation form.
