Foundation Events

Celebrate 20 Years of Impact at the Opportunity Award Gala

Honoring Georgia Ports Authority for Excellence in Workforce Development

Join us for the 20th Annual Opportunity Award Gala on Thursday, April 3rd at Eckburg Auditorium. This esteemed event, hosted by the Savannah Technical College Foundation (STCF), recognizes outstanding leaders who have dedicated their lives to creating opportunities for others to thrive.

This year, we are proud to honor Georgia Ports Authority for their unwavering commitment to workforce development. By prioritizing local hiring and investing in the region’s talent pipeline, Georgia Ports Authority plays a vital role in shaping the future of our community.

The Gala will showcase the exceptional culinary talents of students from Savannah Technical College’s renowned Culinary Arts programs. Reception starts at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Black tie optional.

Past honorees include: Former Governor Zell Miller, Arnold Tenenbaum, Judge Griffin Bell, Tom Coleman, Dick Eckburg, Arthur M. Gignilliat, Jr., Bob and Alice Jepson, Howard Morrison, Stratton Leopold, Chef Jean-Yves Vendeville, Ted Kleisner, Kevin Jackson, Dr. Bill Cathcart, Chef Mashama Bailey, and Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. View our previous years’ Honorees and Photo Galleries

By sponsoring the Gala, you directly support the STCF’s mission to provide accessible and high-quality workforce education to our community. Lead Sponsorships offer exclusive benefits, including premier event recognition, enhanced visibility on media releases, social media, and event materials, as well as opportunities to engage with key community leaders and supporters.

For information on lead sponsorships, call Jennifer Ratner (Director of Development) at jrat ner@savannahtech.edu. Sponsorships secured by March 21, 2025 will be included in the program.

$20,000 President’s Blue Carpet Sponsor 2 VIP tables (Please refer to sponsorship packet for details on exclusive sponsorship perks)

$15,000 Exclusive Reception Sponsor 1 VIP table (Please refer to sponsorship packet for details on exclusive sponsorship perks)

$10,000 Dinner Course Sponsor (4 available) 1 VIP table (Please refer to sponsorship packet for details on exclusive sponsorship perks)

$500 General Admission ticket

Note online ticket sales include 2.85% credit card service fee. Checks payable to “Savannah Technical College Foundation” may be sent for sponsorships and tickets to ATTN: Robert Grant, Savannah Technical College Foundation, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405.