Gala - Rockford - Down syndrome achievement center

GiGi's Playhouse Rockford proudly presents
our 2023 "Denim and Diamonds" Gala
with our very special guest speaker, Karen Gaffney.

Karen, who happens to have Down syndrome, is the President of a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to championing the journey to full inclusion in families, schools, communities and the workplace.

Tickets and Sponsorships

Non Ticketed Sponsorships

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Sponsorship Benefits

LEGACY SPONSOR: $10,000

Overall recognition as primary event sponsor
Two (2) tables of eight tickets for the event with priority seating
Exclusive recognition on all social media pages (multiple)
Prominent display of company name/logo on webpage with online registration
Recognition in Playhouse emails and newsletters (multiple)
Option to have company hyperlink shared via webpage/email blasts
Verbal recognition at the event
Opportunity to address guests at event
Prominent display of company name/logo in event slideshow (multiple times)
Company name/logo prominently displayed on all printed materials including invitations & programs

PRESENTING SPONSOR: $5,000

One (1) table of eight tickets for the event with priority seating
Exclusive recognition on all social media pages (multiple)
Company name/logo displayed on webpage with online registration
Recognition in Playhouse emails and newsletter
Option to have company hyperlink shared via webpage/email blasts
Verbal recognition at the event
Opportunity to address guests at event
Company name/logo displayed in event slideshow (multiple times)
Company name/logo included in printed materials

EXECUTIVE SPONSOR: $2,500

Four (4) event tickets and priority seating
One exclusive recognition of sponsorship on all social media pages
Company name/logo displayed on webpage with online registration
Recognition in Playhouse emails and newsletter
Verbal recognition at the event
Company name/logo displayed in event slideshow (multiple times)
Company name/logo included in printed materials

COMMUNITY PARTNER AWARD SPONSOR: $1,500

This award will be given to an organization which has demonstrated a true partnership with GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford by promoting positive awareness of Down syndrome. They have empowered and inspired individuals with Down syndrome to succeed in their families, community, and life.

Two (2) tickets to the event
Sponsor logo engraved on award
Company representative invited to participate in the presentation of award
Recognition of sponsorship on all social media pages
Company name/logo displayed on webpage with online registration
Recognition in Playhouse emails and newsletter
Verbal recognition at the event
Company name/logo displayed in event slideshow

YOUTH VOLUNTEER AWARD SPONSOR: $1,500

This award is given to a person 18 years of age or younger who has dedicated their time and talents to further the cause of Down syndrome in their community and at GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford.

Two (2) tickets to the event
Sponsor logo engraved on award
Company representative invited to participate in the presentation of award
Recognition of sponsorship on all social media pages
Company name/logo displayed on webpage with online registration
Recognition in Playhouse emails and newsletter
Verbal recognition at the event
Company name/logo displayed in event slideshow

PREMIER SPONSOR: $1,000

Two (2) tickets to event
Recognition of sponsorship on all social media pages
Company name/logo displayed on webpage with online registration
Recognition in Playhouse emails and newsletter
Verbal recognition at the event
Company name/logo displayed in event slideshow

SIGNATURE SPONSOR: $500

One (1) event ticket
Recognition of sponsorship on all social media pages
Recognition in Playhouse emails and newsletter
Company name/logo displayed in event slideshow

SELECT SPONSOR: $250

Recognition of sponsorship on all social media pages
Company name/logo displayed in event slideshow