Daily Caller News Foundation 2026 Annual Dinner

Please Join Us for a Night of Celebration!

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026

Waldorf Astoria Washington, D.C. — Presidential Ballroom

6:00 PM Reception | 7:00 PM Dinner | 8:30 PM Reception

Business/Cocktail Attire

This event has been approved by both the Senate and House ethics committees.

Join supporters, journalists, policymakers, and national leaders for the Daily Caller News Foundation’s annual awards dinner — an evening recognizing courage, leadership, and excellence in public life.

This is not a typical Washington “rubber chicken” event — it’s packed, lively, and one of the most anticipated gatherings of the year.

2026 Honorees (to be announced)

  • Man of the Year
  • Courage Under Fire
  • Philanthropist of the Year

Watch highlights from last year’s dinner

Tickets

Individual Tickets: $1,000

Cocktail Reception begins at 6:00 PM
Dinner begins at 7:00 PM
After-Dinner Reception at 8:30 PM

Click here to purchase tickets online (link coming soon)

Sponsorship Opportunities

Limited tables and sponsorships are available.

Table sponsors may reserve two seats at their table for invited VIP guests, including Members of Congress, senior officials, and national leaders — a rare opportunity for meaningful, one-on-one conversation.

Benefactor — $50,000 (limit 2)

  • Titled sponsor of one cocktail reception
  • Exclusive pre-dinner meet-and-greet with award recipients
  • Two tables adjacent to head table (20 seats)
  • Recognized from the podium by the master of ceremonies
  • Recognized in the program and on all event signage
  • Logo on looped visual presentation throughout the evening
  • Opportunity to introduce one award winner during VIP reception

Platinum — $25,000

  • Two tables in premier location (8 seats each)
  • Full access to cocktail reception
  • Podium recognition
  • Program and signage recognition
  • Logo on visual presentation throughout the evening

Gold — $15,000

  • One table of ten with cocktail reception access
  • Podium recognition
  • Program and signage recognition
  • Logo on visual presentation throughout the evening

Silver — $10,000

  • One table of eight with cocktail reception access
  • Podium recognition
  • Program and signage recognition
  • Logo on visual presentation throughout the evening

Tax Information

The Daily Caller News Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Financial support of the dinner — minus goods and services — is tax deductible.
A charitable contribution tax receipt will be provided.

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