Unforgettable: Celebrating 100 Years of Community with United Way of SJC and Stockton Symphony
September 26, 2026 @ 6:00PM — 10:00PM Pacific Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
The River Mill: 1672 W Bowman Rd French Camp, CA 95231 Get Directions
200 Years. Two Icons. One Shared Vision.
In a once-in-a-century moment, the United Way of San Joaquin County and Stockton Symphony come together to celebrate 200 collective years of impact, artistry, and service. Two beloved institutions, one shared vision. For a century, each has enriched the lives of San Joaquin County residents-one through the power of music, the other through the power of community. Join us for an unforgettable and extraordinary evening of elegance, dining, dancing, and a gala celebration that honors our past and elevates our future.
Step Back in Time With Two Iconic Agencies as They Share a Collective 200 Years of Support, Music & Service
You won't want to miss a moment! Join Maestro Peter Jaffe and United Way CEO Kristen Birtwhistle for:
- Drinks and Music
- Appetizers and a Fabulous Dinner Experience
- Music Entertainment by The Koto Yuki Band, Primitivo, Violin Prodigy Ava Pakiam, and Pianist Cole Anderson
- Silent Auction and Live Painting
- Post Dinner Dancing with DJ Fayette Latrice
Sponsorship Opportunity
By sponsoring this historic gala, your organization will be recognized as a champion of arts, community, and lasting impact in San Joaquin County. Sponsorship support ensures that both institutions can continue their shared mission: to uplift, inspire, and create opportunity for generations to come.
Join us in celebrating where we’ve been, who we are, and what’s possible next— because milestones like this only happen once in a century.
A big thank you to our sponsors!
Community Champion
John & Francesca Vera
Centennial Leader
Hovatter Family Foundation
Impact Sponsor
Farmers and Merchants Bank
Unity Sponsor
Bank of Stockton
San Joaquin County Historical Society
Fritz and Phyllis Grupe
Suzy Martegani
Together in Action
California State University, Stanislaus
Collins Electrical Company, Inc.
Dignity Health St. Joseph's Medical Center
El Concilio
Families United, Inc
Community Supporter
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Lagorio Family of Companies
Phil and Daphne Felde
Erria Kaalund
Elizabeth Sanchez
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