11th Annual Gala
Who: All are welcome!
What: 11th Annual Gala Fundraiser
Where: Stonebrae Country Club, 202 Country Club Dr., Hayward, CA 94542
When: Thursday, October 2, 2025, 6:00-9:00 pm
Join us for a beautiful evening at Stonebrae Country Club for dinner, wine, entertainment, and auction activities to raise funds for Chabot College students and programs.
SOLD OUTTickets include: a reception, three-course dinner, wine, and entertainment.
2025 Gala Sponsors
Become a sponsor and depending on your sponsorship level, your logo or name could be listed here.
Legacy
Diamond
Platinum
VIP
Vanir Construction Management
Pat Gacoscos
U. A. Sprinkler Fitters Local 483
Gold
Drs. Hal & Rose Gin
City of Hayward Mayor Mark Salinas and Lety Salinas
Friends of Chabot College Foundation 2025 Honorees
Supervisor Elisa Marquez, Alameda County, District 2
A lifelong, locally educated resident of District 2, Alameda County Supervisor Elisa Márquez proudly represents the vibrant communities of Hayward, Newark, Union City, as well as portions of Fremont. Supervisor Márquez is dedicated to working with young people and their families to ensure Alameda County is a safe, inclusive, and supportive place to call home. Under her leadership, the District 2 Office is a close partner with many vital youth development programs and leaders who share the same vision and commitment to support the health, education, and economic security for youth.
Supervisor Márquez is passionate about access to high-quality education for all as a daughter of an immigrant family with a deeply rooted strong work ethic. She gives regular presentations to Chabot College’s Puente Program where she can provide direct guidance and mentorship to students. Supervisor Márquez is deeply committed to making local government work better with residents, workers, and city officials who share her vision of a safer, cleaner, brighter future for Alameda County.
Freddye Davis, President, NAACP Hayward South Alameda County
Freddye Davis was born and raised in segregated Birmingham, AL, and has never lost her activist motivations. She moved to Hayward in 1967. She became active in the Civil Rights Movement and the NAACP and had the pleasure of marching with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Birmingham. She held the position of Branch Secretary for the Hayward NAACP Branch, before becoming President of the Hayward branch in 2001. Today Ms. Davis holds the President’s seat in the Hayward South Alameda County. She helps lead the City of Hayward's annual Martin Luther King, Jr., Celebration every January. Ms. Davis has been a life-long supporter of student equity, frequently partnering with Chabot on the annual MLK Day Celebration. Ms. Davis, a retired nurse, has been married for 61 years to her husband and they have one son.
Chuck Leonard, Business Representative, UA Local 342
With over 40 years of experience as a Bay Area labor leader, Chuck Leonard serves as the Business Representative (Politics) for Plumbers & Steamfitters UA Local 342. In this capacity, he champions the political and legislative interests of the union and its members. Mr. Leonard regularly advocates for the union with local city councils, boards, and other organizations. He is a dedicated supporter of Chabot College, strongly believing in the power of community college education.