Rooted in Purpose. Committed to Students.
NOVEMBER 11, 2026
RECEPTION: 6 p.m. | MAIN EVENT: 7 p.m.
UHD WELLNESS AND SUCCESS CENTER
University of Houston-Downtown
1000 Naylor St., Houston, TX 77002
Dress Code: Business/Business Casual Attire
About the University of Houston-Downtown
Rooted in Purpose. Committed to Students.
At the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD), our mission is to serve students and
support their journey to becoming the leaders of tomorrow. As a comprehensive four-year
university, our degree programs are designed with career preparation, personal growth,
and lifelong impact in mind.
For more than 50 years, UHD has been a place of opportunity and transformation for
students from all backgrounds. As Houston's second largest university, UHD is in the
heart of one of the nation's most diverse and vibrant cities and fosters a welcoming
community where every student is valued, supported, and equipped for success.
With nearly 15,000 students and a growing network of more than 70,000 alumni, UHD
is proud to shape futures, empower dreams, and uplift the communities we serve.
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About Gourmet Gators
Gourmet Gators is UHD's premier fundraising event, a night where the city's culinary
brilliance meets its commitment to highter education. With 300 guests, including donors,
leaders, and supporters, the evening offers an intimate, high-impact celebration of
student opportunity.
Tickets & Sponsors
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2025 Gourmet Gators Honorees
Hannah Hartland McNair
Vice President of the
Houston Texans Foundation
2025 Golden Gator Award
Mariselle Quijano
Franchise Owner
McDonald's
2025 Golden Gator Award
Lenora Sorola-Pohlman
Health Insurance Consultant
Navarro Insurance
2025 Marilyn Davies Leadership Award
T-Mobile
2025 UHD Corporate Partner
of the Year
The 2026 Honorees will be awarded at the event
Tickets & Sponsorships
Support student success while receiving premium visibility for your brand. Explore our sponsorship packages below.
- Recognition as Premier Sponsor of the Evening Program
- One (1) minute speaking opportunity on behalf of your organization
- Premier logo placement on all event materials (programs, signage, & website)
- One-minute speaking opportunity
- Prominent logo placement
- 2 premier tables (20 VIP guests)
- Media and event promotions
- Official Student Performance Sponsor
- Reserved premium seating for 10 with signage
- Recognition in program and signage
- Recognition in the program
- Reserved seating for 10 guests
- Access to all cuisine stations and the VIP lounge experience
- Includes taps tasting, cocktails, and entertainment
- Access to all cuisine stations, cocktails, and entertainment
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
These specialty sponsorships offer unique brand visibility.
- Branding and signage in the Reception area
- Custom branded cocktail named in your honor for the evening
- Recognition as the exclusive sponsor of the evening's entertainment
- Branding on stage and in the event program
- Recognition as the sponsor of all floral arrangements
- Logo displayed near floral displays and in the event program
Become a Sponsor
Interested in partnering with us to support UHD students?
Review available sponsorship levels
Consider brand visibility and guest benefits
Reach out to learn how to reserve your package