Twilight on the Terrace
Saturday, May 30, 2026 • 5:30 p.m.

Gala & Auction at Hearst Castle

Step into an philanthropic evening where the Roaring Twenties and Fashionable Thirties shimmer once more as an ode to ambition, imagination, and the audacity to reach beyond the horizon.

The Foundation at Hearst Castle invites you to an unforgettable night of vintage glamour and toe-tapping music set against California’s most iconic hilltop estate.

Guest Emcee: José Hernández
Former NASA astronaut, engineer, and educator, José Hernández embodies the spirit of reaching for the impossible. Growing up as a migrant farmworker, he went on to help repair the Hubble Space Telescope and serve on the Space Shuttle Discovery.

Music by Alex Mendham and His Orchestra
Featuring California’s finest spirits, wine, and craft beverages
Curated light fare by Brick & Mortar Catering
Live and lively auction by John Glines

Join us as we raise our glasses and shoot for the moon to make an impact by igniting young minds and preserving irreplaceable antiquities.

Interested in sponsoring, reserving a table, or donating an auction item? View the Supporterships below.

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Supporterships

All funds raised will help to support the conservation of Hearst Castle and its 25,000 pieces of art, plus education programs designed for middle schoolers from underserved communities.

$20,000

Platinum

$12,000

Gold

$6,000

Silver

$2,500

Bronze
Remaining 1 1 10 15

Supporterships Perks
Twilight on the Terrace Tickets 18 (three tables) 12 (two tables) 6 (one table) 4
Acknowledgement or logo on printed and electronic promo materials ✓ (Acknowledgement) ✓ (Name) ✓ (Name) ✓ (Name)
Signage at the event ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Dedicated post on FHC Instagram & Facebook ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Supporterships recognition by emcee at the event ✓ (Acknowledgement during event and VIP reception) ✓ (Acknowledgement at VIP reception)
Opportunity to Address Attendees from the Podium, Highlighting Your Organization’s Commitment to Education and Environmental Stewardship ✓ Opportunity to address VIPs at reception

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$20,000

Platinum

Exclusive Presenting-Level Recognition

  • 12 Tickets to Twilight on the Terrace (premium seating)
  • 3 Premium Round Tables
  • Presenting Sponsor recognition on all printed and electronic promotional materials
  • Name displayed prominently at the event
  • Top billing in all partner listings and announcements
  • Dedicated post on FHC social media
  • Opportunity to address attendees from the podium, highlighting your organization’s commitment to education and conservation
  • Private tour for up to 6 guests (scheduled post-event)

BUY SUPPORTERSHIP (1 remaining)

$12,000

Gold

Exclusive Sponsor of the VIP Reception

  • 12 Tickets to Twilight on the Terrace
  • 2 Reserved Round Tables
  • Recognition as the VIP Pre-Gala Reception Sponsor
  • Name included on all printed and electronic promotional materials
  • Signage and verbal recognition during the VIP Reception
  • Dedicated post on FHC Social Media
  • Sponsorship recognition by the emcee during the live program

BUY SUPPORTERSHIP (1 remaining)

$6,000

Silver

Perks:

  • 6 Tickets to Twilight on the Terrace and 1 Round Table
  • Name on all printed and electronic promotional materials
  • Dedicated post on FHC Social Media
  • Signage at the event
  • Sponsorship recognition by the emcee

BUY SUPPORTERSHIP (9 remaining)

$2,500

Bronze

Perks:

  • 4 Tickets to Twilight on the Terrace
  • Name on printed and electronic promotional materials
  • Signage at the event

BUY SUPPORTERSHIP (15 remaining)

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