We are thrilled to announce our inaugural Illuminate & Inspire Changemakers Gala, an incredible opportunity to show your support for local journalism and classical music.
This year’s inaugural gala is shaping up to be an incredible and memorable night.
Friday, April 11, 2025
Irma & Emilio Nicolas Media Center
321 W Commerce St.
Meet Our Changemaker Award Winners
What to Expect
A memorable evening featuring a delicious plated dinner and flowing spirits, along with the chance to participate in exciting silent and live auctions. Together, we’ll celebrate the remarkable changemakers in our community, engage in inspiring conversation with Evan Smith, and make a lasting impact by supporting the local journalism that uplifts and strengthens our community.
Dress: Festive cocktail
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Trailblazer Sponsor
- Recognition as the Presenting Trailblazer Sponsor in event materials
- Prominent logo placement on marketing materials and at the event
- 50 brand spots (to be used within calendar year)
- 75 on air sponsor mentions mentions 3-5 weeks prior to event (shout outs)
- 25 post event thank you
- Full page ad in the event program
- Opportunity to speak during event (5 minutes)
- Exclusive gift for each guest at the sponsor's tables
- Recognition in press releases and on the event website
- Two Sponsor tables (16 seats)
- Recognition as an Illuminate Sponsor event materials
- 30 brand spots (to be used within calendar year)
- 25 on air sponsor mentions 3-5 weeks prior to event (shout outs)
- 10 post event thank you
- Logo placement on marketing materials and at the event
- Half page ad in the event program
- Recognition in press releases and on the event website
- Exclusive gift for each guest at the sponsor's table
- One Sponsor table (8 seats)
- Recognition as an Inspire Sponsor in event materials
- 15 brand spots (to be used within calendar year)
- 10 on air sponsor mentions 3-5 weeks prior to event (shout outs)
- 5 post event thank you
- Logo placement on marketing materials and at the event
- Quarter page ad in the event program
- Recognition on the event website
- One Sponsor table (8 seats)
- Recognition as a Newsmaker Sponsor in event materials
- 10 brand spots (to be used within calendar year)
- 10 on air sponsor mentions 3-5 weeks prior to event (shout outs)
- 5 post event thank you
- Logo placement at the event
- Quarter page ad in the event program
- One Sponsor table (8 seats)
- Recognition as a Storyteller Sponsor in event materials
- 5 on air sponsor mentions 3-5 weeks prior to event (shout outs)
- 5 post event thank you
- Logo placement at the event
- Mention in the event program
- One Sponsor table (8 seats)
Seating
Includes 1 Gala ticket, dinner, wine & beer, participation in the silent & live auctions, and an exclusive gift
Includes 1 Gala ticket, dinner, wine & beer, participation in the silent & live auctions
Premium - All In Business Membership $2,950
All In Business Membership $2,950 - Includes 2 VIP tickets, dinner, wine & beer, participation in the silent & live auctions, an exclusive gift, and 1 Business All In Annual Membership
Nonprofit Rate - Premium - All In Business Membership $1,850
All In Business Membership $1,850 - Includes 1 VIP ticket, dinner, wine & beer, and participation in the Silent and Live Auctions & an Exclusive Gift and 1 Business All In (Nonprofit Rate) Annual Membership
To request an invoice or pay by check, please contact liz@tpr.org.
Underwriting
*Underwriting benefits will be determined based on fair market value of support. Please email James Pickens at jpickens@tpr.org for more information
Print Sponsor - Provides print materials to include programs, art prints, signage, silent auction signage
Valet Sponsor - Provides valet for 280 guests
Wine/Beer/Tequila Toast Sponsor - Provides wine, beer, and tequila toast for guests
AV Sponsor - provides audio/visual support for our Gala
Centerpiece/Floral Sponsor - Provides centerpieces for 35 tables and some florals for ambience
Entertainment Sponsor - Provides entertainment for our Gala
Exclusive Gift Sponsor - Provides exclusive gift designed with Gala Committee and Team
What we need from sponsors:
High resolution logo in png format in color, black & white & transparent background.
Confirmation of sponsorship needed by 3/20/2025 to ensure inclusion in our printed event program.
Social media ad image size 1080x1080
Silent Auction
To make our inaugural gala a success, we are reaching out to local businesses, entertainment, artists, and individuals to donate items or services to be auctioned off. Your contribution directly supports our mission to create a better future for everyone through quality public radio programming and education.