A Celebration 100 Years in the Making: Honoring H.B. Plant High School's Legacy
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For 100 years, Plant High School has stood as a cornerstone of the South Tampa community-shaping generations of Panthers through academic excellence, leadership, tradition, and pride.
In 2026, we proudly celebrate this extraordinary milestone with a Centennial Gala honoring our past, celebrating our present, and investing in the future of one of Tampa's most treasured institutions. This historic evening brings together families, alumni, faculty, community leaders, and friends who share a deep connection to Plant High School and a commitment to its enduring legacy.
Proceeds from the Centennial Gala will support campus beautification and enhancement projects designed to preserve the spirit and history of Plant High School while ensuring the campus continues to inspire students for generations to come.
We invite you to join us as we celebrate 100 years of Panther pride-and help launch Plant High School into its next century, stronger and more vibrant than ever.
Event Details:
When: May 8, 2026
Where: Tampa Garden Club
Time: 7:00-10:00pm (VIP Hour: 6:00-7:00pm)
The evening will feature both a live and silent auction and serve as the official kickoff to Plant's centennial year.
21+/ Cocktail attire
Gala Committee
Kim Carswell Erin Doyle
Julie Garfield Emily Preston
Kristen Morris Paula Barton
Brooke Iarossi Catie Witherspoon
Jackie Cain Shannon DiBenedetto
Centennial Gala Sponsorship Opportunities
The H. B. Plant High School Centennial Gala offers a range of sponsorship opportunities for individuals, families, alumni, and businesses who wish to play a significant role in this once-in-a-century celebration.
General sponsors receive prominent recognition throughout the Centennial Gala and celebration year, with visibility across event materials, campus signage, digital platforms, and special school events. In addition to recognition, sponsorships include gala and VIP Reception access, providing an opportunity to celebrate alongside fellow members of the Plant community.
We invite you to explore the sponsorship levels below and join us in celebrating 100 years of Panther pride-while helping ensure Plant High School enters its next century stronger and more vibrant than ever.
Centennial Gala Specialty Event Sponsorship Opportunities
The H. B. Plant High School Centennial Gala offers a limited number of event-specific sponsorship opportunities that allow sponsors to be directly connected to key experiences throughout this once-in-a-century celebration. From valet arrival and VIP festivities to décor, dining, music, and Panther pride moments, each event sponsorship plays a visible and meaningful role in bringing the Centennial Gala to life.
Event sponsorships provide unique recognition opportunities throughout the evening, including on-site branding, on-stage acknowledgment, digital and social media visibility, and premium guest experiences. Sponsors also receive gala and VIP Reception access, creating opportunities to celebrate alongside Plant families, alumni, community leaders, and supporters.
These curated sponsorships are ideal for businesses, families, and alumni seeking a high-impact way to support Plant High School while aligning their name with memorable moments of the Centennial celebration. Availability is limited and select sponsorships may be exclusive.
We invite you to explore the event sponsorship opportunities below and join us in celebrating 100 years of Panther pride while investing in the future of H. B. Plant High School.
