Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open – SCV 40 Under Forty

Santa Clarita Valley’s (SCV) 40 Under Forty, presented by JCI Santa Clarita and the Santa Clarita Magazine, has entered another exciting year of celebrating the next generation of leaders, changemakers, and community builders, resulting in the biggest announcement thus far “Sponsorship opportunities are now available for the upcoming 2026 SCV 40 Under Forty Award Gala.”

We recently sat down with Harleen Grewal of “Santa Clarita Smiles” the Title Sponsor for the 2025 SCV 40 Under Forty award program gaining her insight and perspective on why businesses and individuals should sponsor the 2026 gala.
What inspired your organization to become an SCV 40 under Forty sponsor supporting young professionals? 
Harleen: “Santa Clarita has given so much to our family and our businesses, and I strongly believe in giving back to the community that has supported us. Supporting 40 Under Forty is especially meaningful because these young professionals are the future leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers of our valley; leadership is about passing the torch—encouraging the next generation, opening doors for them, and giving them the confidence to make an impact of their own.”
Why should local businesses sponsor SCV 40 under Forty and invest in celebrating the next generation of leaders? 
Harleen: “When we invest in young leaders, we are investing in the future of Santa Clarita. Recognition can be incredibly powerful—it tells someone that their hard work, ideas, and commitment to the community matter. Local businesses have an opportunity not only to celebrate these individuals, but also to mentor them, connect them with opportunities, and help build a stronger generation of community-minded leaders. The success of our next generation ultimately strengthens all of us.”
How has sponsoring SCV 40 under Forty impacted your business and increased community presence and visibility in Santa Clarita? 
Harleen: “For us, the greatest benefit has been the relationships we’ve built. Sponsoring 40 Under Forty allows us to connect with an inspiring group of young professionals and with other businesses and organizations that genuinely care about Santa Clarita. Of course, it brings visibility to our business, but more importantly, it demonstrates what we stand for. We want people to know that we’re not simply doing business in Santa Clarita—we’re invested in this community, its people, and its future.”
This year’s SCV 40 Under Forty Nominee Mixer is scheduled for September 18th, 2026 at Lucky Luke’s, both co-chairs Kennedy Gelnette and Katie Simpson wish to extend a sincerest “Thank you” to the SCV Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring this year’s Nominee Mixer to which all are invited!
The SCV 40 Under Forty Gala is scheduled for November 14th, 2026, at Bella Vida. Local businesses and organizations are invited to partner with JCI Santa Clarita to sponsor this prestigious event to which they will receive valuable recognition before, during, and after the event through promotional campaigns, event signage, digital marketing, social media exposure, and opportunities to connect directly with community leaders, business executives, and local officials from across the region. Sponsorship packages are available at multiple levels to accommodate businesses of all sizes. For more information on how sponsor please visit our website https://scv40underforty.com/sponsors/. Need assistance? Contact the co-chairs by emailing them at scv40under40@gmail.com.
Let’s make 2026 the best year yet!

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