Dinner with donors (4)

I believe the answer is:

gala

(Other definitions for gala that I've seen before include "Special social or sporting occasion" , "Special festivity" , "Mix" , "Swimming competition" , "Festival" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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