Campaign Kickoff Sponsorship

Celebrate the caring power of our community at the 2026 Campaign Kickoff! Join hundreds of community members, including leaders representing the region's most generous companies, dedicated partners, impactful nonprofits, and supportive volunteers, as they come together in the excitement of this year's United Way of the Coastal Empire Community Fund Campaign! 

Sponsorship Levels

PLATINUM ($15,000) - 1 Available

Presenting Distinction: Recognition as “Presented by [Sponsor Name]” in all event marketing collateral

Engagement:

• Opportunity to address the audience during the event
• Logo banner or sign in the lobby (provided by sponsor)
• Opportunity to distribute promotional items to attendees at their seats (Items provided by sponsor and approved by United Way)

Recognition:

• Recognized as presenting sponsor in press release and media alert
• Prominent logo placement on: - Event presentation - Event marketing collateral - United Way of the Coastal Empire website - Print invitation - Digital invitation - E-newsletters - Newspaper advertising (if available)

• Social media recognition in all event promotional posts

Visibility:

• Two named tables (prime seating for 20) with company name recognition.
• Dedicated volunteer day for up to 20 employees, fully coordinated by UWCE, providing a meaningful team-building experience while making a lasting impact in the community. Scheduled between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.

GOLD- CRAIG HARNEY SPIRIT OF PHILANTHROPY ($10,000) - 1 Available

Engagement:

• Opportunity to address the audience during the “Craig Harney Spirit of Philanthropy” Award presentation
• Opportunity to distribute promotional items to attendees (items provided by sponsor and approved by United Way)

Recognition:

• Recognition in press release
• Logo placement on: - Event presentation - Event program - United Way of the Coastal Empire website - Print invitation - Digital invitation - E-newsletter - Newspaper advertising (if available)
• Social media recognition on all event promotional posts

Visibility:

• One named table (seating for 10) with company name recognition

GOLD- “MAKE SOME NOISE” ($10,000) - 1 Available

Engagement:

• In lieu of applause, we ask the audience to “Make Some Noise with those [insert company name] clackers” to show your support.” Hand clackers are provided, and guests are encouraged to use them throughout the program to show their support and celebrate moments of excitement and positivity. Your brand can be the “Make Some Noise Sponsor” with your company being named from the stage a minimum of 5 times throughout the event.
• Opportunity to distribute promotional items to attendees (items provided by sponsor and approved by United Way)

Recognition:

• Recognition in press release
• Logo placement on: - Event presentation - Event program - United Way of the Coastal Empire website - Print invitation - Digital invitation - E-newsletter - Newspaper advertising (if available)
• Social media recognition on all event promotional posts

Visibility:

• One named table (seating for 10) with company name recognition

SILVER ($5,000) - 3 Available

Engagement:

• Opportunity to distribute promotional items to attendees (items provided by sponsor and approved by United Way)

Recognition:

• Recognition in press release
• Logo placement on: - Event presentation - Event program - United Way of the Coastal Empire website - Digital invitations - Newspaper advertising (if available)
• Social media recognition

Visibility:

• One named table (seating for 10) with company name recognition

BRONZE ($2,500)

Recognition:

• Recognition in press release
• Logo placement on: - Event presentation - Event program - United Way of the Coastal Empire website - Digital invitations - Newspaper advertising (if available)
• Social media recognition

Visibility:

• One named table (seating for 10) with company name recognition

FRIENDS ($1,500)

Recognition:

• Recognition in press release
• Logo placement on: - Event presentation - Event program - United Way of the Coastal Empire website
• Social media recognition

Visibility:

• Half named table (seating for 5) with company name recognition