EVENT DETAILS

• WHAT IS THE COVINGTON BALL?

  • The Covington Ball is a celebration of purpose, impact, and legacy, and a meaningful way to give back.Guests join The Covington Family Foundation for an elegant evening that this year honors the legacy of Mr. Matthew Covington and Dr. Aliya Covington (Ed.D.), while celebrating the accomplishments of our Covington Family Foundation Scholars.

    All proceeds from ticket sales directly support TCFF’s scholarships and programs, helping expand access to education and opportunity. Guests are encouraged to dress their very best and join us for a night of recognition, celebration, and community impact.

• WHEN IS THE COVINGTON BALL?

  • Saturday May 23, 2026

  • Please note that this event takes place over Memorial Day Weekend. We strongly recommend planning your travel accordingly and arriving no later than 5:30 PM to allow sufficient time for parking.

• WHERE IS THE COVINGTON BALL TAKING PLACE?

  • Riverfront Events

  • 760 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

• WHAT IS THE EVENT START TIME AND END TIME?

  • Registration/Check-In: 5:30PM

  • Start Time: 6PM

  • End Time: 11PM

• IS THERE A DRESS CODE?

  • Yes. Formal attire is required at the Covington Ball. Guests are encouraged to dress their very best in elegant evening wear.
    Please note that jeans, sweats, and sneakers are not permitted.

• CAN CHILDREN ATTEND THE COVINGTON BALL?

  • While we love our young guests, The Covington Ball is an adults-only event (18+). We appreciate your understanding as we create an evening experience designed specifically for adult attendees.

TICKETS & RSVP

EVERY TICKET PURCHASED WILL DIRECTLY FUND EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCHOLARS!

• WHEN CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS FOR THE COVINGTON BALL?

  • Tickets go on sale May 4, 2025. Tickets will be available through April 25, 2026 or until sold out. Please note that ticket quantities are limited.

• HOW MUCH ARE COVINGTON BALL TICKETS?

  • Tickets are $85 per person and can only be purchased via Donor Box.

• ARE TICKETS REFUNDABLE?

  • All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged or transferred. Proceeds from ticket purchases directly support The Covington Family Foundation scholarships and programs, helping expand access to education and opportunity.

• CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE DOOR?

  • TICKETS WILL BE SOLD ONLINE ONLY VIA DONORBOX.

PARKING & ACCOMMODATIONS

• IS THERE PARKING AVAILABLE?

  • YES, FREE PARKING IS AVAILABLE TO ALL COVINGTON BALL GUESTS.

• IS THE VENUE HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE?

  • YES.

• ARE THERE HOTELS NEAR THE VENUE?

  • YES! PLEASE SEE A LIST OF NEARBY HOTELS IN ACCOMMODATIONS. IF YOU ARE BOOKING YOUR STAY AT HYATT PLACE WILMINGTON RIVERFRONT, PLEASE VISIT THE LINK BELOW AND USE CORPORATE/GROUP CODE G-CF26. A LIMITED NUMBER OF ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE UNTIL APRIL 22, 2026. CLICK HERE TO BOOK ROOM AT HYATT PLACE WILMINGTON RIVERFRONT.

THE COVINGTON FAMILY FOUNDATION

• WHAT IS THE MISSION AND VISION OF THE COVINGTON FAMILY FOUNDATION?

  • Mission

    The mission of The Covington Family Foundation is to equip talented students with demonstrated financial need for success in school and beyond by expanding access to education, skill-building, and opportunity.

  • Vision
    Our vision is to strengthen global economic mobility and reduce the wealth gap by improving access to higher education, workforce pathways, and career-connected learning.

    Ultimately, The Covington Family Foundation creates access and opportunity for future global leaders, empowering them to build sustainable careers and lasting impact within their communities and beyond.

• WHAT YOUTH AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS DOES THE COVINGTON FAMILY FOUNDATION OFFER?

  • Edward T. Covington Scholarship
    Awarded to high school seniors pursuing higher education.

  • Dr. Aliya Covington Educator Impact Merit Award
    A nomination-based award for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in education, recognizing leadership, service, and commitment to the field.

  • Matthew Covington Legacy Builders Award
    An application-based award for students ages 16 and older seeking careers in the trades or technical fields through trade schools or certificate programs.

  • EARN Academy (Launching mid-2026)
    SAT Prep and Financial Literacy workshops designed for youth ages 8–17, focused on academic readiness, money management, and long-term success.

• WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE?

  • TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE COVINGTON FAMILY FOUNDATION, PLEASE VISIT COVINGTONFAMILYFOUNDATION.COM.

• I AM NOT ABLE TO ATTEND THE COVINGTON BALL, BUT I WOULD LIKE TO SUPPORT THE COVINGTON FAMILY FOUNDATION. HOW CAN I HELP?

  • Thank you for your interest in supporting The Covington Family Foundation. Even if you’re unable to attend the Covington Ball, you can still support The Covington Family Foundation through donations, sponsorships, or by sharing our mission within your network. Every contribution helps expand access to education and opportunity for students we serve.

  • To learn more or make a contribution, please visit www.covingtonfamilyfoundation.com