Celebration of Impact Luncheon
FRIDAY, NOV. 5 2026 12:00PM EDT
Diversified Community Tech Center Launcheon Celebration
The Celebration of DFCTC's Luncheon is the region’s premier technology‑focused philanthropic event. Hosted by our esteemed Advisory Board, this annual gathering brings together technology and business leaders who are committed to strengthening our community and expanding opportunities for individuals across the Twin Cities.
This event celebrates the transformative power of technology education and workforce development. Your sponsorship directly supports more than 180 individuals each year, helping them gain the skills, certifications, and hands‑on experience needed to launch meaningful careers through DFCTC’s workforce programs—including IT‑Works, CX‑Works, and Punch‑Code.
In addition, your support helps hundreds of nonprofits access the technology services, training, and resources they need to operate effectively and serve their communities with confidence.
By investing in the Celebration of Impact Luncheon, you are investing in people, in opportunity, and in the future of our region.
Sponsor Benefits
Sponsors of the Celebration of Impact Luncheon receive meaningful visibility, recognition, and opportunities to engage with regional technology and business leaders—all while directly supporting DFCTC’s mission to expand digital opportunity in our community.
Sponsorship benefits include:
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Luncheon and pre‑event networking tickets, with quantities based on sponsorship level
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Multimedia and print recognition before, during, and after the event, including digital promotions, event signage, and program materials
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A direct opportunity to support DFCTC’s mission, helping provide top‑tier IT support to nonprofits and strengthening our workforce development programs—IT‑Works, CX‑Works, and Punch‑Code—that build the next generation of tech talent in our community
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Your sponsorship fuels real impact, empowering individuals to launch careers and helping nonprofits access the technology resources they need to serve our region effectively.
The Celebration of Impact Luncheon stands as the region’s premier technology‑focused philanthropic event. Hosted by our esteemed Advisory Board, this gathering brings together technology and business leaders who share a commitment to strengthening our community and expanding opportunities for individuals across the Twin Cities.
Your sponsorship directly fuels life‑changing impact. Each year, more than 180 individuals gain the skills, certifications, and hands‑on experience needed to launch meaningful careers through DFCTC’s workforce development programs—including IT‑Works, CX‑Works, and Punch‑Code.
In addition, your support helps hundreds of nonprofits access the technology services, training, and resources they need to operate effectively and serve their communities with confidence.
This event is more than a luncheon—it is a celebration of progress, partnership, and the transformative power of technology to change lives.
Meet Alonzo, a Spring 2018 graduate of IT‑Works MN. Before joining the program, Alonzo found himself stuck—after leaving college, he took whatever jobs he could find just to get by. At the time, he was working in a restaurant in South Philadelphia, feeling disconnected from the future he truly wanted.
With a lifelong passion for technology but no clear pathway to turn it into a career, Alonzo learned about IT‑Works through a friend and a former graduate. That moment changed everything.
“It was worth it to be accepted – I was 150% committed. This program rejuvenated me and got me excited about life and my future. I know I have more to look forward to than just working in a kitchen, and that is a big deal.”
During the program, Alonzo gained hands‑on technical experience and built the confidence he had been missing. His internship at PNC Bank became a turning point—his strong performance earned him an extension even after completing the program.
Today, Alonzo is thriving as a full‑time Field Service Technician I at Tower Health, building a stable, meaningful career in the technology field he always dreamed of entering.
His journey is a powerful reminder of what happens when talent meets opportunity—and how programs like IT‑Works open doors that change lives, families, and futures.
The Celebration of Impact Luncheon is the region’s premier technology‑focused philanthropic event. Our Advisory Board hosts this gathering, which brings together technology and business leaders who are deeply committed to strengthening our community and improving the lives of individuals across the Twin Cities.
Your sponsorship directly fuels life‑changing opportunities. Each year, more than 180 individuals gain the skills, certifications, and hands‑on experience needed to launch meaningful careers through DFCTC’s workforce development programs—including IT‑Works, CX‑Works, and Punch‑Code.
In addition, your support helps hundreds of nonprofits access the technology services, training, and resources they need to operate effectively and serve their communities with confidence.
The Celebration of Impact Luncheon is more than an event—it is a testament to what is possible when leaders, partners, and community members come together to invest in people, technology, and opportunity.
Meet Irvin, a Spring 2018 graduate of IT‑Works Twin Cities. Before joining the program, Irvin—like many young adults navigating early career uncertainty—found himself taking whatever jobs he could find, without a clear path into the technology field he truly cared about.
With a strong passion for technology but limited access to training or professional opportunities, Irvin felt stuck. That changed when he heard about IT‑Works from a friend and former graduate. He applied immediately, knowing this could be the turning point he needed.
“It was worth it to be accepted – I was 150% committed. This program rejuvenated me and got me excited about life and my future. I finally felt like I had something real to look forward to.”
During the program, Irvin gained hands‑on technical experience, built confidence, and developed the professional skills needed to succeed in the IT field. His internship at PNC Bank became a defining moment—his strong performance earned him an extension even after completing the program.
Today, Irvin is thriving as a full‑time Field Service Technician I at Tower Health, building a stable, meaningful career in the technology industry. His journey reflects the power of opportunity, commitment, and the life‑changing impact of IT‑Works.
Irvin’s story is a testament to what happens when talent meets access—and how DFCTC programs help young adults transform their futures.