The Sultana Education Foundation’s Annual Gala is a party with a mission – raising $100,000+ each year to underwrite scholarship programs and support specific capital initiatives. You can look forward to world-class entertainment, a crowd of 400+, fantastic food, an open bar, and an unparalleled waterfront venue.

 

 

 


Sultana’s Annual Gala raises funds to provide scholarships and tuition support for schools, students, and individual children participating in the Foundation’s award winning programs. Funds raised at the Gala help make it possible for Sultana to serve almost 10,000 K-12 students annually.


Following a high-energy performance in 2022, New York City’s own Hudson Horns will return for the Sultana Education Foundation’s 2023 Annual Gala. Featuring some of the most talented musicians on the East Coast (seriously, these guys are incredible), Hudson Horns keeps the dance floor packed late into the evening.

 

 

 


The Sultana Education Foundation is proud to have its 2023 Annual Gala return to Clovelly Nurseries, an 800-acre waterfront farm just south of Chestertown. With a hilltop venue that provides a panoramic view of the Chester River (Rollin’ on the River – get it?), we couldn’t think of a better location for our biggest party of the year.

Sponsorship opportunities start at $500 are available for both individuals and businesses.

Click here for sponsorship details | Click here to make a sponsorship contribution

 

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

 

LEAD GALA SPONSOR

 

PLATINUM LEVEL

  

Dave & Lena Cantera

Caroline D. Gabel

Chris Havemeyer

Andrew & Leslie Price

Wallace Reynolds & Mary Anne Shea

Steffi Swope

Ice Lady Widdup

 

GOLD LEVEL

 

Dorothy & Lyle Feisel
Linda & Robert Leigh
Fiona & Morgan Lum
William & Amanda Madar
Wendy O’Brien
Lesley & Eric Schless
Ruth Sorenson

 

 

SILVER LEVEL

           
Priscilla C. Cooper
Lee & Geoff Dennis
John T. Diller III
Wendy Sand Eckel & Robert L. Roth
Carla & Frank Gerber
Trish & Brooke Harwood
Patti & Dave Hegland
Linda, Guyon & Julia Knight
Brooke Logan Packard & Harry Packard
Paul & Pam Sautter
Harry & Sandy Sears
Michael Singer & James Smith
Sarah & Peter Sweetser
Laura & Kirk Wade
Paula Wordtt & Richard Owen
Anne Vansant & Carter Stanton
Dickson Young & Brigette Perry

 

BRONZE LEVEL

Clarence Carvell
Anne K. Charles
Chester River packet
Steve Clemons & Andrew Oros
Kat Conley & Jamie Kirkpatrick
Figg’s Ordinary
Frank & Lisa Hatheway
Charles Lerner
Nancy & Bill Low
The Kent School
Mimi’s Closet
Leslie C. Moorhouse
Polly Javorski and Sheri Putnam
Paula Reeder
James H. Simon
Ginny Turley & Bill Yoder


What is the date and time of the 2023 Annual Gala? The Gala will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2023 beginning at 6:00pm A buffet dinner is served beginning at 6:30pm with music and dancing following at around 8:00pm. The fun will continue until around 10:00pm or until everyone is exhausted!

When will tickets be available? Tickets will go on sale on or around January 1, 2023 with an announcement being made via email. If you aren’t on Sultana’s email list, click here to join. Can I purchase a reserved table? Absolutely! Private tables can be reserved for groups of 6, 8 and 10. If you are coordinating with other ticket holders to form a table, please get your entire table list finalized before contacting us. Please contact Liza Brocker with all table reservations and seating questions – lbrocker@sultanaeducation.org.

Are dinner seats assigned? To avoid chaos, all Gala dinner seating is assigned. If you purchase tickets but are not part of a reserved table, Sultana will assign you to a table with other guests. This is a great chance to meet fun new people!

What do I wear? Cocktail attire is the order of the day…but remember that you will be on grass so spike heels can be a challenge! Come ready to dance.

What is the GPS address of the 2023 Gala? 200 Clovelly Farm Lane, Chestertown, MD

Is disabled parking available? Yes. Please follow disabled parking signs as you enter the event. Golf cart shuttles are also available from the parking area.

What Happens if it rains? Our tent is the size of an airplane hanger so this party goes on rain or shine. We will only cancel if the weather poses a safety risk. If we have to cancel due to extreme weather, we will reschedule and/or refund your ticket purchase.