Be a Sponsor
Be a Part of Something Great!
Thanks to the generosity and enthusiasm of our supporters, Taste of the Bay has become an eagerly awaited community event. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back—and all their friends—to the 2025 Taste of the Bay Ranch!
You will receive recognition through our event advertising, website, social media, online auction, and recognition at the event, as well as a personal introduction to all of our Taste of the Bay attendees who will surely want to visit you at your place of business.*
We are open to discussing these and any other sponsorship opportunities you may have in mind. Get in touch at marinersmainevent@gmail.com or call 310-540-8965.
Consider a sponsorship, today!
The funds raised directly benefit SLM students by providing safer and updated structures and campus improvements, and access to up-to-date learning facilities and resources. Your support allows us to continue our mission of delivering an excellent education and providing experiences enabling our students to grow into well-rounded, caring citizens who give back to their communities.
*Subject to sponsorship level.
Platinum Sponsor
Sheriff – $5000
- Exclusive Recognition: Featured as the primary sponsor in all event marketing materials, including flyers, social media posts, the website and the event program.
- Prominent Logo Placement: Your company’s logo will be prominently displayed on the event banner and on the main stage backdrop.
- Complimentary Tickets: 8 complimentary tickets to the event.
- Dedicated Social Media Posts: Special mentions and thank-yous in our social media campaigns leading up to the event.
Gold Sponsor
Deputy – $2500
- Recognition: Featured as a major sponsor in event marketing materials including flyers, social media posts, the website and the event program.
- Logo Placement: Your company’s logo will be displayed on event banners and the event program.
- Complimentary Tickets: 6 complimentary tickets to the event.
- Social Media Mentions: Acknowledgment in our social media posts leading up to the event.
Silver Sponsor
Heigh-Ho – $1000
- Recognition: Listed as a supporter in event marketing materials including flyers, social media posts, the website and the event program.
- Logo Placement: Your company’s logo will be displayed in the event program and on a group banner.
- Complimentary Tickets: 4 complimentary tickets to the event.
- Social Media Mentions: Thank-you mention in our social media campaigns.
Bronze Sponsor
Buckaroo – $500
- Recognition: Listed in the event program and on the event website.
- Logo Placement: Your company’s logo will be included in a thank-you banner at the event.
- Complimentary Tickets: 2 complimentary tickets to the event.
- Social Media Acknowledgment: Mention in our social media posts.
Community Partner
Ranch Hand – $250
- Recognition: Mention in the event program and on the event website.
- Complimentary Tickets: 2 complimentary tickets to the event.
Custom Sponsorship
- For sponsors interested in unique opportunities, such as sponsoring specific elements of the event (e.g., a dessert bar, entertainment, or auction items), we can create customized packages to fit needs and interests.
Thank you! 2025 Sponsors
Thanks to our sponsors for their generosity in underwriting the
2025 Mariners Main Event and making this evening possible.
Deputy Gold
Century 21 – Toderick Family
Malaga Bank
RJ Smith Construction
Buckaroo Bronze
FORMM – Architecture | Interiors | Design
Linda & John Fremes
Polly & Jeff Higgins
Community Partner
Michelle & John Groblewski
In-kind
Buff Bins
Laserfocus Photography
Pijuan Design Workshop
Vini’s Party Rentals
Taste of the Bay Committee
Event Co-Chairs
Cara Bustillos and Megan Wynne
Volunteer Coordinator
Selena Podzimek
Marketing
Alia Henson & Jonathan Gualatuña
Art/Background Decor
Nelson Johnson, Trina Poole, Lydia Werner
Saloon Doors
Alex Pijuan
Auction Team
Rob Angell, Joe DiResta, Carla Farrell, Rita Foley, Natalie Finnegan, Alisa Schiappa-Gobee, Sandra Kim, Lydia McMahon, Trish Ryan, Erica Scotti, Lindsey Wingerning
A Special Thank You
All the volunteers who worked to make this event possible. Your commitment to our school is appreciated.
Auction Pick-Up Team, Decor Team, Auction Basket Team, Go-Time Helpers, Stage Hands, Setup and Tear-down Crew.
For Your Continued Support:
Janell O'Dowd, Msgr. Paul Dotson, Cathy Esquivel, Jon Manipon, Mary Carver, Paul Limberg
Finishing Details and Support
Erin Hansen