IRVINE PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
PRESENTS
ACES & Athletes
Poker Tournament & Casino Night
EVENT RESCHEDULED
Date to be announced soon
Shady Canyon Country Club
Chaired by Shige Itoh · Rutan & Tucker
Going all-in on education.
Where Community
Meets the Table
Aces & Athletes is an upscale, high-energy charity event uniting community leaders, corporate partners, and professional athletes for an evening of refined competition and meaningful connection.
As one of IPSF's signature fundraising events, every dollar raised delivers need-based scholarships and enrichment programs to students across all 45 schools in Irvine, ensuring no child is left behind due to financial circumstance.
An Evening
to Remember
- Hosted cocktail reception
- Gourmet dining & curated food stations
- Friendly Texas Hold'em poker tournament
- Casino gaming tables for non-players
- Professional athletes at every poker table
- Premium prizes & silent auction experiences
- Live music & entertainment
Supported
Subscribers
Student Programs
Your sponsorship is a direct investment in a child's future — funding scholarships, enrichment programs, and academic support for students who need it most.
Sponsorship Opportunities
- Event presented as: Aces & Athletes Poker Tournament presented by [Your Company]
- Premier logo placement on all event materials
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Two poker tables — 10 player seats & 10 guest (non-poker) tickets
- Priority choice of athlete seated at your table
- Exclusive autographed memorabilia from athletes
- Recognition across all marketing, website + press
- Dedicated newsletter spotlight to 50K+ subscribers
- Featured in post-event impact report
- Recognition as one of IPSF's Top Companies for 2026
- One poker table — 6 player seats & 6 guest (non-poker) tickets
- Featured logo placement on event signage
- Choice of professional athlete at your table
- Recognition in welcome remarks
- Recognition in all marketing, website & press
- Social media recognition
- Recognition as one of IPSF's Top Companies for 2026
- 4 poker player seats & 4 guest (non-poker) tickets
- Logo recognition on event signage
- 2 poker player seats & 2 guest (non-poker) tickets
- One seat at the poker tournament
- Full access to all event programming
General Sponsorship Opportunities
- Recognition as official athlete hospitality partner
- Social media recognition from athletes
- Recognition as one of IPSF's Top Companies for 2026
- 1 poker player seat & 1 guest ticket
- Logo on bar signage, cocktail napkins & reception area
- 1 poker player seat & 1 guest ticket
- Recognition during dinner service & menu branding
- 1 poker player seat & 1 guest ticket
- Signature cocktail named in your honor
- Bar menu branding
- Exclusive branding at championship table
- Recognition during awards presentation
- Recognition during dinner service
Join Us at the Table
Early confirmation ensures maximum marketing visibility & category exclusivity.
IPSF is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to enrich the educational experience of each child in every school. We achieve this by providing programs, raising funds, and uniting the community in support of educational excellence. Tax ID 33-0733191.