Valor and Vision | Working Wardrobes
Date
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time
7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Location
The Pacific Club
Newport Beach
Recognize Service. Advance Leadership. Inspire Opportunity.
Valor & Vision is Working Wardrobes’ inaugural annual gathering honoring Orange County veterans who continue to lead, alongside the employers, advocates, and community partners who support their success.
More than 150 attendees are expected, including corporate leaders, nonprofit partners, elected officials, civic advocates, and veterans building new careers across Orange County.
During the event, Working Wardrobes will present the inaugural Valor & Vision Awards, recognizing veterans, employers, and community leaders making a lasting impact across our community.
2026 Valor & Vision Award Nominations
Award nominations are now open through June 15, 2026.
- Veteran of the Year — Exemplifies leadership, integrity, and continued service.
- The Next Mission Award — Recently transitioned veteran showing resilience and early career success.
- Trailblazer Award — Forging new paths and advancing veteran representation.
- Quilt of Valor Honor — Stories and sacrifices that deserve to be seen and remembered.
- Veteran Employer Champion — Committed to hiring and advancing veterans.
- Veteran Community Impact Partner — Creating support and opportunities for veterans.
- Veteran Civic Leadership Award — Championing veterans through advocacy and programs.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsors who join Valor & Vision in its inaugural year will help shape the future of this gathering and the community it builds for years to come.
Presenting Sponsor – Defender of Dignity
$7,500
- Exclusive top billing as “Presented by [Sponsor Name]” on all materials
- CEO/executive remarks during the program
- Premier logo placement on signage, stage backdrop, and digital screens
- Recognition in press release, social media, and newsletters
- Table of 8 with VIP seating
- Full-page ad in the digital event program
Mission Sponsor
$3,500
- Category sponsor opportunity
- Opportunity to present award to recipient on stage
- Reserved table of 8
- Half-page ad in the digital event program
Adopt a Veteran Table
$2,000
- Host a table of 8 veterans and guests
- Table signage and recognition from stage
- Name listed on website and in the program
- Recognition as a key supporter of veteran participation
Table Sponsor
$1,500
- Reserved table of 8
- Table signage
- Name listed on website and in program
Sponsorship Information
For more details or to secure your sponsorship, contact Working Wardrobes.
developmentteam@workingwardrobes.org
Contact About SponsorshipDate and Time
Friday Aug 21, 2026
7:30 AM - 10:00 AM PDT
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