
winter gala sponsorship opportunities
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Diamond Underwriter Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$55,000
- 30 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 15 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo displayed at both main entrances to event.
- Top recognition on electronic ticket required for entering the Board of Directors Reception and email confirmations.
- Recognition on animated video played on 2 oversized monitors in Center Court.
- Corporate logo displayed on column at the event.
Premier Underwriter Sponsor (Exclusive)
$40,000
- 20 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 10 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Recognition on animated video played on 2 oversized monitors in Center Court.
- Corporate logo displayed on column at the event.
50th Anniversary Champagne Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$35,000
- 16 tickets to the Board of Directors reception (which includes access to the General Reception).
- Exclusive recognition on 2 oversized monitors for 30 minutes while premium champagne is passed during the Board of Directors reception.
- Corporate logo displayed on column at the event.
Signature Ornament Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$30,000
- 16 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 8 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo on paper inserts inside ornament box featuring a seasonal greeting.
- Corporate logo displayed on column at the event.
Toys for Tots Toy Drive Challenge Sponsor (Qty: 2) SOLD OUT
$25,000
- 16 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 8 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo on Toys for Tots Sleigh in heavy traffic area for donated toys.
- Corporate logo on the Toys for Tots page of event website.
Signature Gingerbread House Sponsor (Qty: 2)
$25,000
- 16 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 8 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate recognition at the signature Gingerbread House display in the Center Court.
- Corporate logo on miniature sweets surrounding the display.
Board of Directors Reception Sponsor (Qty: 4)
$20,000
- 12 tickets to the Board of Directors Reception (which includes access to the General Reception).
- Recognition on electronic ticket required for entering the Board of Directors Reception and email confirmations.
- Recognition on animated video played on 2 oversized monitors in the Center Court.
- Corporate logo displayed on column at the event.
Bubbly Bar Sponsor (Qty: 2)
$18,000
- 12 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 6 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo featured on Bubbly Bar (serving sparkling wine) in the main hall.
Whiskey Tasting Sponsor (Qty: 4)
$18,000
- 12 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 6 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo featured on oversized whiskey bar in the main hall.
- Corporate logo on tasting glasses at these bars.
STEM Scholarship Sponsor (Unlimited)
$17,500
- 10 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 5 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Underwrite $5,000 in STEM scholarship funds to be presented at a future AFCEA DC Monthly Luncheon; Corporate logo featured at ceremony recognizing awardees.
- Corporate accounts tagged in scholarship announcement and promotion.
Red Carpet Photo Op Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$16,000
- 10 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 5 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo imprinted on the red carpet at the photo op, in front of official 50th anniversary themed gala photo backdrop.
- Corporate logo on all digital prints sent to guests.
Signature Cocktail Bar Sponsor (Qty: 6)
$15,000
- 10 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 5 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Company name incorporated into one of our six signature cocktail/mocktail names.
- Company logo recognition at all 4 of these bars in the Center Court.
Soft Seating Lounge Sponsor (Qty: 2)
$15,000
- 10 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 5 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Soft seating in the Center Court positioned around a low table will be adorned with logo’d decor such as pillows and tabletop signage.
Small Business Soft Seating Lounge (Qty: 2)
Benefits above to be split among 2-3 small businesses for non-exclusive sponsorship of a
Soft Seating Lounge in the East or West Court.
Social Media Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$14,000
- 8 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 4 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate social media tagged or logo included with each official Winter Gala post on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook (excluding sponsorship recognition posts).
Registration Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$13,000
- 8 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 4 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo featured on tickets + email confirmations.
Party Favor Sponsor (Exclusive)
$12,000
- 6 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 3 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo included on branded items to be distributed via valet (option for swag to be provided by sponsor and approved by AFCEA DC if that is preferred).
Photography Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$12,000
- 6 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 3 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo on all digital photos distributed to 1,400+ attendees post-event.
Selfie Wall Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$12,000
- 6 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 3 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo incorporated into a gala-themed backdrop for selfies.
Wine & Beer Express Bars Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$10,000
- 6 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 3 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo on bartop signage at 4 “express” wine and beer bars in the main hall and napkins from these bars.
Cocktail Table Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD OUT
$10,000
- 6 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 3 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Company logo signage to be placed on all cocktail tables throughout the venue.
Roaming Photo Booth Sponsor (Exclusive)
$10,000
- 6 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 3 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo included on all digital photos sent to mobile phones in real time.
- Opportunity to provide apparel for photographers to wear while taking photos (subject to AFCEA DC approval).
Valet Parking Sponsor (Qty: 3)
$10,000
- 6 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 3 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo included on valet hang tag.
- Prominent signage indicating “Valet parking provided by” with corporate logo.
Uber Ride Sponsor (Qty: 3)
$8,000
- 4 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 2 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Company logo included in the email with information about using Uber discount code.
Cocktail Stirrer Sponsor (Qty: 3)
$8,000
- 4 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 2 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo included on cocktail stirrers at full bars.
Cocktail Napkin Sponsor (Qty: 3)
$8,000
- 4 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 2 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception
- Corporate logo included on cocktail napkins at full bars
Coat Check Sponsor (Qty: 3)
$7,000
- 4 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 2 tickets include access to Board of Directors Reception.
- Corporate logo on coat check voucher tickets.
- Signage at all three coat check rooms branded with corporate logo.
Wounded Warrior Transportation Sponsor (Unlimited)
$5,000
- 4 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception.
- Recognition in emails with transportation details to wounded warriors attending from Quantico.
- Prominent signage indicating “Transportation for Wounded Warriors provided by” with corporate logo.
Winter Gala General Reception Sponsor (Unlimited)
$3,500
4 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception.
Small Business Coffee Sponsor (Exclusive)
$5,500
- 2 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception.
- Corporate logo on foam of espresso drinks at 2 stationary coffee stations.
- Signage at the coffee stations.
Small Business Cannoli Cart Sponsor (Exclusive)
$5,500
- 2 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception.
- Corporate logo on cart that brings DIY cannolis to guests after dinner.
Premier Small Business Sponsor (Unlimited)
$5,000
- 4 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - all 4 tickets include access to BOD Reception.
Sparkling Small Business Sponsor (Unlimited)
$3,500
- 4 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception - 2 tickets include access to BOD Reception.
Small Business Winter Gala General Reception Sponsor (Unlimited)
$2,500
- 2 tickets to the Winter Gala General Reception.
TOYS FOR TOTS ADD-ONS
$2,000: 200 toys donated in your company name (Unlimited)
- Corporate logo featured prominently on the Toys for Tots website, signage at the Winter Gala, and select print and online email promotion.
- Recognition for 200 toys donated in your company name.
$1,000: 100 toys donated in your company name (Unlimited)
- Corporate logo featured prominently on the Toys for Tots website, signage at the Winter Gala, and select print and online email promotion.
- Recognition for 100 toys donated in your company name.
All Winter Gala Package Sponsors Receive:
Corporate logo featured prominently on event website and onsite signage; and sponsorship recognition via AFCEA Washington, DC social media and email marketing platforms.
