Thank you for an AMAZING night of supporting music in the Inland Empire!

On June 6th, 2026, our musical community came together for an evening of music, dancing, and raising funds to support the artistic, educational, and community-centered programs of the Redlands Symphony. We are so grateful to our 181 attendees for rallying together to raise $228,695!

Every dollar we raise at the Gala and throughout the year supports the musicians you see on stage, the programs in schools and hospitals that bring joy and harmony into the community, the staff that makes everything run smoothly, and the innovative concerts and events that bring your friends and neighbors together to revel in a shared experience you can't get anywhere else.

A huge thank you to our Gala Committee, chaired this year by Kate Peters and Doug Simao, and our sponsors who, through their philanthropy, ensure we can maximize the impact of the auctions, Dancing with the Stars Program, and more.

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2026 Gala Committee

Kate Peters & Doug Simao, co-chairs
Kathy Cencirulo
Roy Cencirulo
Caroleen Cosand
Cheri Dawes
Suzanne Lunn-Doll
Juan Mayans-Boom
Joseph Modica
Thelma Muro
Marcia Rodriguez
Candice Stewart
Kathy Warnell
Ron Warnell

2026 Gala Sponsors

Diamond Sponsors
Karen Hansberger
Kate Peters & Doug Simao
Marilyn Solter
Sorensen Engineering

Gold Sponsors
W. Robert Clark
Douglas & Alane Hegstad
Robin & David Maupin

Silver Sponsors
Luann Bangsund
Patricia & James Belote
Mary Carruthers
Kathy & Roy Cencirulo
Caroleen Cosand

Bronze Sponsors
Pete Aguilar for Congress
Allan Berg
Phillip Doolittle
Mary Jo & J.E. Holmes III

Thank you to our Silent & Live Auction Donors

Luann Bangsund
Dr. Robert and Denise Bourne
Mary Carruthers
Caroleen Cosand
Leona DeBold
Dr. Karen Hansberger
Inland Empire 66ers
Dr. Sharen Jeffries, Premiere Cosmetics
Patty Mariano-Denning
J.D. Myers
John Jorgensen & Dixie Gamble
Joshua Tree Distilling Company
Claudia & Doug Newton
Redlands Conservancy
Redlands Oyster Cult
Marilyn Solter
Tom & Hound
University of Redlands

Every dollar raised at our Annual Fundraising Gala goes to support artistic programs, educational opportunities, and community engagement efforts of the Redlands Symphony.

We hear from patrons at each performance how music impacts their lives. Having access to this kind of healing and quality of life improver is crucial for a thriving community like ours. We shouldn't have to go to Los Angeles for an amazing cultural experience—and we don't have to. With your support now and throughout the year, the Redlands Symphony can continue to serve Redlands, Yucaipa, Calimesa, Loma Linda, Highland, Banning, Beaumont, and other communities in our region through top-notch musical experiences for every age.