Founders’ Ball: The Artful Dream Fulfilled
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About the Ball
Join us for a special ball celebrating the visionary who laid the foundation for our museum. This intimate gathering will celebrate the retirement of and pay tribute to our founder and his enduring legacy.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with the past, present, and future of the African American Museum, Dallas.
Founders' Ball Co-Chairs
Grace Daniels
Autry Warren
Event Details
- Date & Time: December 14, 20246:00 PM - VIP & General Reception7:00 PM - Program, Dinner, & Dancing
- Venue:Hilton Anatole Hotel - Chantilly Ballroom2201 N. Stemmons FreewayDallas, TX 75207
- Attire:Black Tie Formal
- The ball will include:- Special tributes- Live Entertainment- Gourmet dining
Become a Sponsor or Purchase a Ticket
Title Sponsor - $50,000 (SOLD)
Event & Recognition
- One year recognition in Permanent Exhibition
- Two tables for 10 in First Priority Seating
- Headline Recognition in Founders' Ball Invitation
- Headline Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Headline Recognition in Founders' Ball Ads
- Complimentary Museum Rental
- VIP Valet Parking for 15 vehicles
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Platinum Sponsor - $35,000
Event & Recognition
- Two tables for 10 in Premier Seating
- 20 Invitations to VIP Reception
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program and Invitation
- Complimentary Museum Rental
- VIP Valet Parking for 10 vehicles
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Ways to Donate
- Please click the button below and use the donation form to donate online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026
Historian Sponsor - $25,000
Event & Recognition
- One table for 10 in Premier Seating
- 10 Invitations to VIP Reception
- Parking Amenity for 5 vehicles
- Special Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Recognition in Museum Publicity
- Complimentary Museum Rental
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Ways to Donate
- Please click the button below and use the donation form to donate online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026
Gold Sponsor - $20,000
Event & Recognition
- One table for 10 in Select Seating
- 10 Invitations to VIP Reception
- Parking Amenity for 3 vehicles
- Special Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Recognition in Museum Publicity
- Complimentary Museum Rental
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Ways to Donate
- Please click the button below and use the donation form to donate online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026
Silver Sponsor - $15,000
Event & Recognition
- One table for 10 in Select Seating
- 8 Invitations to VIP Reception
- Parking Amenity for 2 vehicles
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Ways to Donate
- Please click the button below and use the donation form to donate online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026
Bronze Sponsor - $10,000
Event & Recognition
- One table for 10 in Special Seating
- 6 Invitations to VIP Reception
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Ways to Donate
- Please click the button below and use the donation form to donate online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026
Medalist - $5,000
Event & Recognition
- One table for 10 in Special Seating
- 4 Invitations to VIP Reception
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
Ways to Donate
- Please click the button below and use the donation form to donate online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026
Friend - $2,500
Event & Recognition
- One table for 10
- 2 Invitations to VIP Reception
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
Ways to Donate
- Please click the button below and use the donation form to donate online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026
Other sponsorship opportunities
Entertainment Sponsor - $15,000
- 4 Founders' Ball Tickets
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Founders's Ball Special Signage
- Parking Amenity
- VIP Reception Invite
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Audio Visual Sponsor - $15,000
- 4 Founders' Ball Tickets
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Founders' Ball Special Signage
- Parking Amenity
- VIP Reception Invite
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Bar Sponsor - $10,000
- 4 Founders' Ball Tickets
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Founders' Ball Special Signage
- Parking Amenity
- VIP Reception Invite
- One year recognition as Season Sponsor in the Museum Rotunda
Parking Amenity Sponsor - $8,000
- 2 Founders' Ball Tickets
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Founders' Ball Special Signage
- Parking Amenity
- VIP Reception Invite
Tablescape Sponsor - $5,000
- 2 Founders' Ball Tickets
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Founders' Ball Special Signage
- Parking Amenity
- VIP Reception Invite
Reception Sponsor - $5,000
- 2 Founders' Ball Tickets
- Recognition in Founders' Ball Program
- Founders' Ball Special Signage
- Parking Amenity
- VIP Reception Invite
Ways to Donate
- Please click the button below and use the donation form to donate online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026
Individual ticket - $250
Deadline: Friday, November 29, 2024
Event & Recognition
- Seating for one at the Founders' Ball
Ways to Purchase a Ticket
- Please click the button below and use the ticket purchase form to buy online, or inquire about paying via check or electronic transfer using the contact information below.
Tamara Sadler
(469) 658-1158
Daphne Stephenson-Baty
(214) 565-9026