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Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 6:30 PM

UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center

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until the Legacy Builders Gala

Legacy Builders Gala About

About

Building a Legacy of Leaders

YBLA proudly presents the 14th annual Legacy Builders Gala at the UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center. We're celebrating "Building a Legacy of Leaders", and we're counting on your support to make it memorable.

Our goal is to raise $250,000 that will fuel our expanding footprint, allowing us to develop more leaders who, in turn, will have a positive impact on the world. At YBLA, we are committed to developing leaders with a passion for serving their community and beyond. Your contribution to this gala will play a pivotal role in making this vision a reality. Together, let's create a legacy of leaders who will positively shape the future.

Legacy Builders Gala Sponsorships

Event Sponsors

This year, YBLA is offering year-round recognition to all sponsors. Benefits include volunteer engagement, corporate named scholarships, and more! These enhanced benefits reflect our commitment to holistic and mutually beneficial partnerships with our supporters.

Legacy Builders Gala Sponsorship Levels

$100K | Presenting Partner: "Building Leaders for Impact"

Partner with a Cohort of Ambassadors for 1 Year

Your partnership funds the development of up to 50 high school Ambassadors, providing them with leadership training, college preparation, career development, community service opportunities, and scholarships. As our Presenting Partner, you’ll receive exclusive naming rights and unparalleled access to your sponsored cohort, along with premium benefits at the Legacy Builders Gala. Programming Benefits & Engagement Opportunities: ✓ Exclusive naming rights as YBLA Ambassador Cohort Sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME ✓ Employee Engagement Lunch with the sponsored cohort ✓ Opportunity to host a leadership or career development session for YBLA students ✓ Featured in YBLA’s Newsletter, highlighting your partnership and impact ✓ Exclusive company impact video featuring a company representative and Ambassadors ✓ Participate in a local service project with the YBLA cohort ✓ Four (4) company named college scholarships for YBLA Ambassadors Gala Benefits: ✓ Exclusive naming rights as the "Legacy Builders Presenting Partner" ✓ Premium reserved seating for 24 guests at three tables at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Company logo projected on a solo screen throughout the Gala ✓ Brand recognition on all electronic media, signage, and promotional materials at the Gala ✓ Custom table signage at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Opportunity to provide a company-branded gift item for gala guests (optional)

$75K | Diamond Sponsor: "Empowering Emerging Professionals"

Sponsor Career Readiness Training for up to 24 College Students

Your support provides funding for career readiness training for a cohort of up to 24 college students in the Black Talent Pipeline program. This includes professional development workshops, resume building, mock interviews, a leadership retreat, and the Gallup StrengthsFinder Assessment. Your partnership offers exclusive access to this cohort and Diamond Sponsor recognition at the Legacy Builders Gala. Programming Benefits: ✓ Exclusive employee engagement luncheon with the BTP Emerging Professionals ✓ Host a leadership or career development workshop for the BTP cohort ✓ Employees to provide mentorship for Emerging Professionals ✓ Company Spotlight in YBLA’s Newsletter highlighting your company’s partnership ✓ Inclusion in YBLA Impact Video featuring your company’s logo and representatives ✓ Co-branded local community service project engaging employees ✓ Three (3) company named college scholarships for YBLA Ambassadors Gala Benefits: ✓ Premium reserved seating for 16 guests at two tables ✓ Private luncheon with BTP Emerging Professionals ✓ Company logo projected on a solo screen during the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Brand recognition in electronic media at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Custom table signage at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Opportunity to provide a company-branded gift item for gala guests (optional)

$50K | Platinum Sponsor: "Global Leadership Advocate"

Choose One:

(1) Sponsor House Build #3 in Belize (2) Sponsor YoPro Global Leadership Forum

(1) Sponsor House Build #3 in Belize: Your support funds YBLA's most transformative leadership experience, enabling over 100 young leaders to build a house for a single mother in Belize. This sponsorship covers funding for the home build, staff support, and additional service projects during the trip. (2) Sponsor YoPro Global Leadership Forum: The YoPro Global Leadership Forum is an annual event that unites young professionals under 35 from around the world, offering opportunities to develop leadership skills, expand international networks, and engage in meaningful service projects on a global scale, fostering collective impact. Your sponsorship funds this transformative experience, supporting up to 28 young professionals as they connect with peers and leaders worldwide to learn, network, and serve. Program Benefits: ✓ Company Spotlight in YBLA’s Newsletter highlighting your company’s partnership ✓ Inclusion in YBLA Impact Video featuring your company’s logo and representatives ✓ Your employees are invited to participate in an exclusive event highlighting the outcomes and experiences from the service trip or leadership forum. ✓ Your company’s name will be displayed on the completed house build ✓ Inclusion in Press Release and Social Media Article ✓ Two (2) scholarships named in your company's name for YBLA Leaders ✓ Two (2) year-long YoPro memberships for your employees or selected professionals Gala Benefits: ✓ Premium reserved seating for 12 guests at two tables ✓ Global Leadership Forum or House Build category-exclusive co-branded naming rights ✓ Company name and logo placed on the sponsor slide at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Brand recognition in electronic media at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Opportunity to provide a gift item for gala guests (optional) ✓ Custom table signage at the Legacy Builders Gala

$35K | Emerald Sponsor: "Emerging Leaders Champion"

Sponsor Career Readiness Training for 8 College Students

Your support provides career readiness funding for 8 college students in the Black Talent Pipeline (BTP) program. This sponsorship helps cover professional development workshops, resume-building sessions, mock interviews, a leadership retreat, leadership certification, and the Gallup StrengthsFinder Assessment. Programming Benefits: ✓ Exclusive employee engagement luncheon with the BTP Emerging Professionals ✓ Host a leadership or career development workshop for the BTP cohort ✓ Employees to provide mentorship for Emerging Professionals ✓ Company Spotlight in YBLA’s Newsletter highlighting your company’s partnership ✓ Local community service project engaging employees ✓ One (1) company named college scholarships for YBLA Ambassadors Gala Benefits: ✓ Reserved seating for 10 guests ✓ Company logo placed in the event program and sponsor loop ✓ Brand recognition on electronic media at the event ✓ Custom table signage at the event ✓ Recognized as an Impact Sponsor of the selected event

$25K | Gold Sponsor: "Leadership Development Champion"

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Your sponsorship funds one of our signature leadership events, such as Toastmasters Showcase, Blazer Ceremony, Sr Impact Presentation, or Scholar Day. This support covers leadership development, event costs, materials, and scholarships for YBLA participants. Program Benefits: ✓ Your company will be acknowledged as a Champion of your selected program ✓ Featured in our Impact Newsletter, sent to supporters, parents, and alumni ✓ Your company's support will be promoted across YBLA's social media channels ✓ One (1) scholarship named in your company's name for YBLA Leaders Gala Benefits: ✓ Reserved seating for 10 guests ✓ Company logo placed in the event program and sponsor loop ✓ Brand recognition on electronic media at the event ✓ Custom table signage at the event ✓ Recognized as an Impact Sponsor of the selected event

$15K | Silver Sponsor: "Service Impact Partner"

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Your sponsorship funds one of our signature community service events, such as MLK Day of Service, Toy Drive, Teacher Appreciation, or our international service projects. This support provides resources for materials, travel, accommodations, and other essentials. Program Benefits: ✓ Recognized as a Service Impact Partner during the service event and on our website ✓ Invitation for your employees to join our local community service event ✓ Featured in our event highlight video reel Gala Benefits: ✓ Reserved seating for 8 guests, with up to two YBLA leaders at the table. ✓ Company logo displayed on sponsor signage at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Brand recognition in electronic media at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Table signage at the event

$10K | Bronze Sponsor: "Legacy Builders Advocate"

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Your sponsorship provides funding for a social capital networking event, workforce development experience, or leadership retreat for our Emerging Professionals. The Experience Room is a dedicated space where guests meet with young leaders to discuss their impactful service work and share how the program has shaped their leadership journeys. The Social Capital Networking Experience is an exclusive networking area where guests connect with our young leaders, enhancing their social capital—an essential element of leadership development. Program Benefits: ✓ Recognized as a sponsor at the selected event ✓ Opportunity for company employees to attend the event Gala Benefits: ✓ Title sponsor of the Experience Room or the Social Capital Networking Experience ✓ Reserved seating for 8 guests, with up to two YBLA leaders at the table. ✓ Company logo on sponsor slide at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Brand recognition in electronic media at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Recognition as a sponsor at the selected event ✓ Table signage at the Legacy Builders Gala

$5K | Patron Sponsor: "Community Builder"

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Your support provides essential funding for transportation (bus or air), event venues, meals, snacks, and other logistical needs for our programs, ensuring successful and impactful experiences for our participants. Gala Benefits: ✓ Reserved seating for 8 guests, with up to two YBLA leaders at the table ✓ Company logo on sponsor slide at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Table signage at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Recognition as a sponsor at the selected event

$2.5K | Friend Sponsor: "Legacy Supporter"

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Your support provides funding for leadership materials such as journals, uniforms, t-shirts, blazers, and bags, as well as meeting meals, training materials, workshop supplies, and event registration fees for our programs. Gala Benefits: ✓ Reserved seating for 8 guests, with up to two YBLA leaders at the table ✓ Company logo on sponsor slide at the Legacy Builders Gala ✓ Table signage at the Legacy Builders Gala

For more information, email John Martin.

Legacy Builders Sponsors

Our Sponsors

Thank you to our 2024 Legacy Builders Gala sponsors!

Equality Sponsor

Authenticity Sponsor

Tammy Jones

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Dimples Williamson

Ashley & Christian Varnado

Amy Dunbar

Dwight Jacobs

Anne Essaye & Scott Lurie

John & Tammy Martin

Opportunity Sponsor

CDW

Rob & Sharon Harrington

Jessica Leadston

Hornets Foundation

The Kaleidoscope Group

PWC

Synchrony

Barings

Connection Enterprise Solutions

Bonnie Titone

Robert Dailey

Legacy Builders Gala Tickets

Tickets

Purchasing a ticket makes an incredible impact on building leadership programs for our scholars. 

Dress Code: Formal Attire

Legacy Builders Gala Donate

Donations

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Are you unable to attend?

You can still make a difference by making a tax-deductible donation to support YBLA students.

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Legacy Builders Gala Committee

Gala Committee

Co-Chairs

The Harringtons - Legacy Builders Gala_e

Rob & Sharon Harrington

Robinson Bradshaw

Partner (Rob)

Novant Health Foundation Administration

Vice President (Sharon)

Bonnie Titone and Taylor Brooks - Legacy

Bonnie Titone & Taylor Brooks

Duke Energy

Chief Information Officer (Bonnie)

East Coast Mortgage

Mortgage Advisor (Taylor)

Questions? Email our team!

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