Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and purpose at the Forever Red Gala, February 26, 2026, hosted by the Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni & Associates, benefiting Oklahoma FCCLA student scholarships and chapter support. This elegant event brings together alumni, educators, community leaders, and supporters to honor the legacy of FCCLA and invest in the next generation of student leaders. All proceeds from the gala directly fund scholarships for outstanding members, resources for local chapters, and professional development for advisers—ensuring that every student has the opportunity to lead, serve, and achieve their dreams through FCCLA. Together, we celebrate those who built our foundation and empower those who will shape our future. When you give to Forever Red, you’re not just supporting a gala—you’re igniting lifelong leadership
This is a black-tie event for guests 21 and over.
Sponsor opportunities available
Sponsor opportunities available
Sponsor opportunities available
Virginia Sasser
Additional Forever Sponsor opportunities available
Abby and Luke Werth
Cathy Parks
Kathy and Jessica Barnes
Patricia Millwee Hudson
TEAMTRI
Additional Forever Friend opportunities available

6:30 p.m.
Cocktails, Silent Auction
7:30 p.m.
Dinner, Opening Ceremony, Awards Presentation
9:00 p.m.
Live Auction
Location:
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1205 N. Country Club Road
Stillwater, OK 74075
At the Forever Red Gala, we are proud to present three special awards: the Forever Adviser, Alumni, and Supporter awards. These honors recognize individuals who have made a lasting impact on the Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni and Associates community. Each award celebrates dedication, leadership, and contributions that help keep the spirit of FCCLA alive. Click on each award to learn more about eligibility and requirements.
All nominations must be submitted using the application below by December 5, 2025, at 11:59 PM.
Questions? Email: alumni.okfccla@gmail.com
To honor an educator whose lifelong commitment to Family and Consumer Sciences and FCCLA has shaped generations of students and advanced the mission of FCCLA.
To honor an FCCLA alumnus who continues to embody the mission and values of FCCLA through their personal and professional life. This individual demonstrates that leadership, service, and family are not just part of their past—they are a lifelong legacy. Nominees must not be a current FCCLA adviser.
To recognize a business, organization, or individual whose ongoing partnership and generosity have helped sustain and grow the mission of Oklahoma FCCLA. This award honors those whose steadfast commitment ensures FCCLA continues to thrive for generations.
Join us in celebrating 80 years of excellence and impact! Your sponsorship not only supports this milestone event, but also helps fund scholarships for FCCLA members and contributes to the Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni & Associates Endowment Fund. This endowment ensures ongoing support for leadership development, career preparation, and future generations of FCCLA members. Explore the sponsorship tiers and opportunities listed below to find the level that best fits your goals and budget.
Questions? Email: alumni.okfccla@gmail.com





Please reach us at alumni.okfccla@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
We are thrilled you'll be joining us to celebrate 80 years of Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni & Associates!
Registration and tickets for the event are available now. You can register by visiting the official event page: Register for the Forever Red Gala Here
This gala is the cornerstone of our 80th Anniversary Campaign to permanently endow student scholarships. If you are unable to attend but would still like to contribute, you can send donations to: Oklahoma Alumni & Associates 1500 W. 7th Avenue Stillwater, OK 74074
The dress code for the evening is Cocktail / Black-Tie.
We want you to feel your best as we celebrate this special occasion! Suggestions include:
Absolutely! We would love your support through donated auction items for the Forever Red Gala. We welcome both individual and company donations. If your business would like to contribute a product, service, or experience, we would be honored to feature it in our auction.
Ideally, we ask that auction baskets have a total value of $200 or more. However, if you have smaller items that do not reach that value, we would still be thrilled to accept them! These may be combined with other donations to create themed baskets or used in other ways to support the event.
Please note that all food items must be prepared in a commercial kitchen with proper licensing and packaging, and must be shelf stable.
For pickup or delivery, please email alumni.okfccla@gmail.com to see if an Alumni member in your area can assist with item pickup and delivery to Stillwater.
If you prefer to ship your donation, please use one of the following addresses:
Shipping Address (for packages and larger items):
Oklahoma Department of CareerTech
Attn: Joey Vanek
1201 N. Western Rd.
Stillwater, OK 74075-2723
Mailing Address (for envelopes):
Oklahoma Department of CareerTech
Attn: Joey Vanek
1500 W. 7th Ave.
Stillwater, OK 74074-4398
We are currently working on securing a hotel block with special rates for our gala attendees. Please check back here soon, as we will post the details and booking information as soon as they are available.
Please note that gala attendees are responsible for booking and paying for their own hotel accommodations.
Thank you so much for your support of our 80th Anniversary Gala!
You can still contribute even if you are unable to attend the event. Please visit the official registration page.
On that page, you will find options to submit a donation directly to the campaign without purchasing a ticket.
Our 80th Anniversary celebration is almost here. Get your tickets before time runs out!
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We hope you enjoyed the Forever Red Gala! Stay tuned for future events and announcements from the Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni and Associates.

Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni & Associates (OAA) is a network of Oklahoma adults who believe in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America!
OAA members include: FCCLA, Future Homemakers of America, HERO, and New Homemakers of America—but you do not have to be a former member to join. Honorary FHA/HERO members, current and former Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, teachers, parents, school administrators, employers, and business and community leaders who support the mission and purposes of FCCLA are encouraged to get involved too.
Demonstrate your loyalty and support of FCCLA, the only Career and Technical Student Organization with the family as its central focus, by enrolling in the Oklahoma Alumni & Associates and making a contribution.

Celebrate 80 years of Oklahoma Alumni & Associates by helping us secure the future of our student scholarships!
For eight decades, Oklahoma FCCLA has been committed to supporting students. To commemorate this milestone, the Oklahoma Alumni & Associates is launching a special campaign to endow two vital scholarships: the OAA Student Scholarship and the Heather Hickman Scholarship.
Our goal is to raise $60,000 to permanently fund these scholarships. Endowing these accounts will allow us to award at least two $1,500 scholarships annually without the need for yearly fundraising efforts. This means we can provide consistent, reliable support to students for years to come—and hopefully, increase the number of scholarships in the future!
Please send your donation to the OAA office by March 1, 2026:
Oklahoma Alumni & Associates
1500 W. 7th Avenue
Stillwater, OK 74074
To simplify the donation process for our chapters, please fill out the form below to receive an invoice template. You can then submit this template to your financial office, enabling them to easily send a check toward our 80th Anniversary Campaign.
Thank you for helping us continue our proud legacy of empowering students!
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