Vision of Hope

MAY

TBD

6:00 PM

The Vision of Hope Gala is Hope Ignites New York's premier annual event, celebrating corporate and individual leadership that embodies the core values we instill in our scholars: education, integrity, potential, and respect. These values are the foundation of personal and professional success:

Education unlocks an individual's full potential.  

Integrity, honesty, and service to others define true success. 

Potential flourishes when individuals take responsibility for their actions and futures. 

Respect for the dignity, talents, and perspectives of all builds strong communities.

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Each year, we honor a corporate leader who exemplifies these principles, showcasing the impact of these values in their life and work. We also celebrate the Ann and Wellington Mara Honoree, chosen by the Mara family, who continues Wellington Mara's legacy by championing Hope Ignites New York and creating new opportunities for our scholars, collegians, and alumni. 

This extraordinary evening also features the much-anticipated Decision Day announcement, where our senior scholars reveal their chosen colleges for the fall. This moment encapsulates years of hard work and marks a milestone in Hope Ignites's mission to create transformative opportunities for young people. 

The Vision of Hope Gala is not just a celebration—it is a testament to the success of our scholars, the vibrancy of our community, and the powerful legacy we are building together. 

Sponsorship Levels

PRESENTING SPONSOR

$200,000
  • 20 Tickets
  • 2 tables of 10
  • All Visionary Sponsor benefits plus recognition as Presenting Sponsor in event press releases.

VISIONARY SPONSOR

$150,000
  • 10 Tickets
  • 1 tables of 10
  • All Diamond Sponsor benefits plus verbal recognition as a Visionary Sponsor in dinner program and logo will be prominently displayed during the event.

DIAMOND SPONSOR

$100,000
  • 10 Tickets
  • 1 tables of 10
  • All Platinum Sponsor benefits plus verbal recognition as a Diamond sponsor in dinner program and logo will be prominently displayed during the event.

PLATINUM SPONSOR

$50,000
  • 10 Tickets
  • 1 tables of 10
  • All Gold Sponsor benefits plus recognition as a Platinum Sponsor on orange carpet backdrop and increase to full page ad.

GOLD SPONSOR

$35,000
  • 10 Tickets
  • 1 tables of 10
  • All Silver Sponsor benefits plus recognition as Gold Sponsor and increase to 1/2-page ad.

SILVER SPONSOR

$25,000
  • 10 Tickets
  • 1 tables of 10
  • All Bronze Sponsor benefits plus recognition as a Silver Sponsor and full color 1/4 page ad in dinner booklet.

BRONZE SPONSOR

$15,000
  • 10 Tickets
  • 1 tables of 10
  • Recognition as a Bronze Sponsor in dinner bookley, webpage, and online promotions.

INDIVIDUAL SPONSOR

$1,500
  • Entry Only

FUTURE PHILANTHROPIST

$750
  • Entry Only for Friends Under 30
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