30th Annual
Catalina Island Conservancy Ball
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Partner with the Catalina Island Conservancy
4:30 p.m. | Sponsor Reception 6:00 p.m. | Conservancy Ball
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Avalon Casino Ballroom Catalina Island
BECOME A PARTNER
The leadership of the Catalina Island Conservancy invites you to join them in celebration at the 30th Annual Catalina Island Conservancy Ball - 30 Years WILD.
BENEFACTORS
Alison Wrigley Rusack, Chair
Trevor Fetter
Tony Michaels, Ph.D.
Maria Pellegrini, Ph.D.
Austin Rusack
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Maureen Ramer, Ed.D., Chair
Shaun Tucker, Vice Chair
Jeffrey K. Ball
Randy Boelsems
Bob Breech
Victoria Seaver Dean
Christy Fanous
Blanny Avalon Hagenah
Thomas Hathaway
Geraldine Knatz, Ph.D.
Calen Offield
Troy Pilalas
Madeleine Todd
EXECUTIVE TEAM
David I. Solomon
Interim President and CEO
Adam Finck
Chief of Programs
Rob Ledebur
Chief of Facilities and Capital Planning
Deborah Honadel
Chief of Human Resources
Clark Lee, Esq.
Director of the Executive Office
SPONSOR RECEPTION
4:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
St. Catherine's Terrace Descanso Beach Club, Catalina Island
CONSERVANCY BALL
6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Avalon Casino Ballroom, Catalina Island Dinner, dancing, live auction and cocktails RSVP by April 1, 2026
30TH ANNUAL CONSERVANCY BALL
Sponsorship Opportunities
Join us as a sponsor and support our largest annual fundraising event, the Conservancy Ball, on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Your support will help the Conservancy continue to be an exemplary steward of Catalina Island through programs that support conservation, education and recreation.
EVENT TICKETS
Invite key staff or top clients to celebrate on Catalina Island on April 25, 2026
RECOGNITION
In addition to those listed, all sponsors will be recognized in the Conservancy’s annual Donor Honor Roll
ADVERTISING
Sponsor will be featured in print event program
PUBLICITY
Sponsor may be listed on website and
Sponsor Reception: 20 tickets Conservancy Ball: 20 tickets (two tables of 10) with premium placement
Exclusive co-branding at the the Conservancy Ball, with name and logo placement at the event and in all digital and print materials
Two-page, full-color advertisement in the Conservancy Ball program
Sponsor Reception: 10 tickets Conservancy Ball: 10 tickets (one table) with premium placement
Exclusive co-branding at the Sponsor Reception, with name and logo placement at the event and in all digital and print materials
One-page, full-color advertisement in the Conservancy Ball program
Sponsor Reception: 8 tickets Conservancy Ball: 8 tickets (one table)
Mention during the Conservancy Ball, with name and logo placement at the event and in all digital and print materials
Half-page, full-color advertisement in the Conservancy Ball program
Mentions on the website, event screens and social media
Mentions on the website, event screens and social media
Mentions on the website, event screens and social media
All sponsor tickets have a fair market value of $250 each and individual tickets have a fair market value of $200 each. All additional amounts are a tax-deductible donation to the Catalina Island Conservancy.
30TH ANNUAL CONSERVANCY BALL
To purchase your sponsorship today visit catalinaconservancy.org/ball. For questions contact Danielle Bearden-Mead at dbeardenmead@catalinaconservancy.org.
EVENT TICKETS
Invite key staff or top clients to celebrate on Catalina Island on April 25, 2026
RECOGNITION
In addition to those listed, all sponsors will be recognized in the Conservancy’s annual Donor Honor Roll
ADVERTISING
Sponsor will be featured in print event program
Sponsor Reception: 4 tickets Conservancy Ball: 4 tickets
Name and logo placement on event screens and in the Conservancy Ball program
Sponsor Reception: 2 tickets Conservancy Ball: 2 tickets Conservancy Ball: 1 ticket Quarter-page, full-color advertisement in the Conservancy Ball program
Name listed on event screens and in the Conservancy Ball program
All sponsor tickets have a fair market value of $250 each and individual tickets have a fair market value of $200 each. All additional amounts are a tax-deductible donation to the Catalina Island Conservancy.
BALL SPONSORSHIP
You Make Our Mission Possible
Whether you come to Catalina Island for the scenic views or the science, you can be part of island restoration efforts that provide a blueprint for protecting precious natural resources around the world.
Make Your SPONSORSHIP Count
Over 5,000 students participate annually in Conservancy education programs
We’re here to support your passion for Catalina Island every step of the way—helping to ensure its resilience and longevity for future generations. 88% 6K+ 5K+ Protect 88% of Catalina Island, including more than 62 miles of secluded beaches and coves
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Maintain 165 miles of recreational trails and roads for public use, including the 38.5-mile Trans-Catalina Trail
Supported by over 6,000 Conservancy members
2,162 60+
Currently an estimated 2,162 endemic Catalina Island foxes
Home to 60+ endemic plant, animal and insect species found nowhere else in the world
Conservation
We Protect One of the Most Unique Islands on Earth EDUCATION
We Serve as L.A. County’s Largest Outdoor Classroom RECREATION
We Provide Expanded Access to the Wildlands
Scan the QR code for more information catalinaconservancy.org/ball
EVENT PROGRAM AD SPECIFICATIONS
Advertising upgrades available. Inquire for pricing.
Acceptable file formats for logos and ads include .png, .jpeg, .ai, .pdf or .psd.
Please email ad artwork (small files not exceeding 10MB) to: ball@catalinaconservancy.org
Deadline to submit: March 14, 2026
220,000+ unique website visits annually.
8,000+ recipients of biannual Conservancy membership magazine. The Conservancy has 37,000+ followers and growing.
To reserve your sponsorship or to receive additional information, contact: Danielle Bearden-Mead at 562-437-8555 x1238 or email dbeardenmead@catalinaconservancy.org