The Cardinal Gala

The Cardinal Foundation Gala, in its third year, was a success from the fantastic musical guests to the ultra-competitive silent auction. Everyone enjoyed a delicious dinner while visiting with their table mates and community members. Highlighting the many educational and artistic programs available at Gadsden State with a Roaring 20's flair,  proceeds from the gala benefit a variety of college programs and student scholarships. 

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The 2026 Cardinal Gala theme is IGNITING FUTURES - Lighting the Path to Student Success. Gadsden State continues to focus on the transformative power of education and the role donors play in helping students achieve their dreams! We hope you will consider sponsorship for this year’s event, to be held at The Venue at Coosa Landing on Thursday, October 8th.

2026 Cardinal Gala Sponsorship Form

The sponsorship application is now open. To be included in donor recognition, pledges must also be recieved by September 30, 2026
Please contact Hillary Folsom, Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations at 256-549-8377 or hfolsom@gadsdenstate.edu for sponsorship information.

Single tickets are $100 per person and include cocktails, dinner, entertainment and a silent auction benefitting the scholarship programs and college initiatives at Gadsden State Community College.

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The Cardinal Foundation is an approved IRS 501(c)(3) support organization established to raise, manage, distribute and steward private resources to support the mission of Gadsden State. The Foundation is managed and controlled by a Board of Directors.

• hfolsom@gadsdenstate.edu
• 256-549-8377
• P.O. Box 8265, Gadsden, AL 35902