UCR Honors: A Gala Celebration (2025)

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Raise a glass and join us for a night of elegance, celebration, and inspiration!

This inspiring fundraising evening brings together the brightest minds and boldest hearts in the Highlander community. From distinguished alumni to philanthropic leaders, this event pays tribute to those who exemplify our visionary mission of social mobility, educational access, and research excellence.

Reserve Your Ticket

Recognizing Excellence

The Details

Time: 6:00 P.M.

Dress: Formal

Location: UC Riverside Campus, SRC Arena

Cost: $250, including $125 per ticket donation for student success

The Program

A Taste of UCR:
Interactive Cocktail Reception

In the Company of Friends:
Multicourse Dining Experience

Bold Hearts & Brilliant Minds:
UCR Awards of Distinction

Celebratory Toast

2025 Honorees

UCR Chancellor’s Medallion

Honoring the vision and legacy of inspirational leaders.

Brian Hawley '89 '91

Distinguished Philanthropist recipient Dollie Wolverton.

DISTINGUISHED PHILANTHROPIST AWARD

Honoring the generosity and life-transforming impact of leading donors.

Dollie Wolverton '57

Distinguished Alumni Award

V. John White '73

Alumni Service Award

Keona Henderson '08

Outstanding Young Alumni Award

Gabriel Maldonado '11

Tickets & Sponsorships

Single tickets can be purchased here.

Sponsorships are now available beginning at $5,000.

This year’s Gala will benefit student success at UC Riverside, the nation’s No. 1 university for social mobility. Your sponsorship and investment in the Highlander community uplifts UCR’s mission of educational access and social mobility in California and beyond.

To see a full list of benefits and opportunities, review the sponsorship menu here:

Download the Sponsorship Packet

For corporate sponsorships, please contact tiffany.dana@ucr.edu.

For table purchases, please contact shannon.castro@ucr.edu.

For all other gala questions, please contact specialevents@ucr.edu.

Sponsorship levels are subject to availability and some levels are likely to sell out quickly. All sponsorship packages are pre-tax deductible excluding the value of goods and services.