2026 Annual Event - Small Business BIG IMPACT
101 Henry Adams St
San Francisco California, 94103
Renaissance Annual Gala – Celebrating 41 Years
Join us for an evening of delicious bites, meaningful connections, and a lively marketplace as we celebrate 41 years of Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center empowering small business success across the Bay Area.
Our Impact in 2025:
✨ Facilitated 1,119 business starts and expansions, which in turn
🚀 Created and retained 950 jobs.
What to Expect:
We invite you to an unforgettable evening honoring the determination, creativity, and impact of local entrepreneurs who are creating financial self-sufficiency for themselves and their families, strengthening our communities and driving economic growth
🏆 An inspiring award ceremony recognizing our outstanding entrepreneurs and honorees
🍤 A selection of delicious hors d’oeuvres and desserts, made by Renaissance entrepreneurs
🍹 Open bar featuring curated cocktails
🛍️ A vibrant marketplace featuring Renaissance entrepreneurs
💎 A live auction with exclusive experiences
🎁 A raffle with unique prizes of locally made products and services
💖 A Fund-a-Need opportunity to directly support our services and the launch and growth of Bay Area Small businesses
Questions or Sponsorship Opportunities?
Please contact Dan Schmid at development@rencenter.org
We look forward to celebrating with you!
RENAISSANCE IS GRATEFUL TO OUR EARLY SPONSORS!
Rain Maker
Kevin and Julia Hartz
Dream Maker
Trail Blazer
Alison Davis and Matthew C. Le Merle/Fifth Era
Anonymous Donor
Risk Takers
Yasmin E. Datta
Charmaine Detweiler
James Keefe and Lorna Lee
Dwight Moore
Jeff Suto
Ground Breakers
Delta Computer Solutions, Inc.
Hamilton Candee
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (PUC)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Theresa and Gary Lum
Innovator
Anonymous Donor
Evelyn Dilsaver
Sharon Miller
Peter Werner
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Sponsor this Event
Lead
Top recognition in all marketing materials
Sponsorship promoted in Renaissance newsletter, website, and social media channels
VIP seating for 12
Stage Recognition
$50,000
Presenting (40+ years of service)
Premier recognition in all marketing materials
Sponsorship promoted in Renaissance newsletter, website, and social media channels
VIP seating for 10
Stage Recognition
$40,000
Rain Maker
Premier recognition in all marketing materials
Sponsorship promoted in Renaissance newsletter, website, and social media channels
VIP seating for 10
Stage Recognition
$25,000
Dream Maker
Recognition in marketing materials
Sponsorship promoted in Renaissance newsletter, website, and social media channels
VIP seating for 8
Stage Recognition
$15,000
Trailblazer
Recognition in marketing materials
Sponsorship promoted in Renaissance newsletter, website, and social media channels
VIP seating for 8
$10,000
Risk Taker
Recognition in marketing materials
Sponsorship promoted on Renaissance newsletter, website, and social media channels
VIP seating for 6
$5,000
Ground Breaker
Recognition in marketing materials
Sponsorship will be shared on Renaissance newsletter, website, and social media channels
VIP seating for 4
$2,500
Get Tickets
General Admission
Consultant Ticket
Non-Profit Ticket
If you work for a nonprofit organization, you're eligible to receive one ticket.
$75
Renaissance Graduate
If you have received ten or more hours of services from RenCenter, you qualify as a graduate. One ticket only per guest.
$50
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