2026 YBLA Legacy Builders Gala
April 25, 2026 7:00 - 9:00 pm
The Westin Charlotte, South College Street, Charlotte, NC, USA
Join Us At Our Gala to Celebrate YBLA's 20th Anniversary
LOCATION & TIME: April 25, 2026 | The Westin Hotel | 601 S College St., Charlotte, NC 28202 at 6:00 PM
Join us as we celebrate YBLA's 20th anniversary! By attending our gala, you have the unique opportunity to help shape the future of YBLA and inspire the leaders who will come after. Our goal is to raise over $200,000 to expand YBLA's impact, fuel national growth, provide transformational leadership experiences, and to make YBLA accessible to all leaders.
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Community Champion
$3000
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Impact:
• Help underwrite our service learning curriculum or a local Community Service Project, supporting YBLA leaders as they serve and uplift neighborhoods throughout the year
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• Branding: Name featured on table signage
• Gala Experience: 1 table (8 seats) in Community Circle Seating.
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Impact Champion
$5000
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Impact:
• Co-sponsor a Collective Impact Project such as a House Build, Well Project, Hunger Project, or Tech Access Project, empowering YBLA leaders to make a tangible difference in the community.
Sponsor Benefits:
• Support a high-visibility service initiative that creates measurable community impact.
• Engage with YBLA leaders and volunteers during project activities.
Optional Branding Benefits:
• Recognition: Listed as an Impact Champion Sponsor in all event materials.
• Branding: Logo featured on table signage and event sponsor slides.
• Gala Experience: 1 table (8 seats) in Impact Champion Seating.
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Leadership Circle
$10000
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Impact:
• Sponsor 10 students in YBLA’s Toastmasters, Financial Literacy, or Wellness Workshops
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• Sponsor 5 low-income students in YBLA’s 12-month Ambassador Program.
Sponsor Benefits:
• Participate in YBLA networking and professional development events.
• Engage with students through one leadership or wellness activity.
Optional Branding Benefits:
• Recognition: Listed as a Leadership Circle Sponsor in all event materials.
• Branding: Logo placement on event signage and digital program.
• Gala Experience: 1 VIP table (8 seats) in Leadership Circle Seating
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Founders Legacy Builder
$20000
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Impact:
• Sponsor 5 high-potential college students in YBLA’s Talent Pipeline Program
• Sponsor 5 low-income high school students in YBLA’s 12-month Ambassador Program
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• Sponsor 20 high-potential college students to participate in YBLA’s Workforce Development Week, Career Exploration Day, and Emerging Leaders Certification.
Sponsor Benefits:
• Shared access to 20 high-potential college students for interviews and internships
• Engage directly with students through one leadership or financial literacy session
• Participate in YBLA networking and professional development events
Optional Branding Benefits:
• Recognition: Listed as a Founders Legacy Builder Sponsor in all event materials.
• Branding: Logo placement on sponsor signage and digital program.
• Gala Experience: 1 VIP table (8 seats) in Preferred Seating Section.
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Visionary Legacy Sponsor
$50000
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Impact:
• Sponsor 10 high-potential college students in YBLA’s Talent Pipeline Program
• Sponsor 10 low-income high school students in YBLA’s 12-month Ambassador Program
Sponsor Benefits:
• Exclusive access to 10 high-potential college students for interviews and internships
• Build a long-term pipeline of diverse, highly talented leaders for future hiring
• Opportunity to host one workforce development or leadership training session
Optional Branding Benefits:
• Exclusive Naming Rights: YBLA Experience Room at the Gala
• Press / Media: Recognition in Impact Report and press release
• Gala Branding: Premium logo placement on Experience Room display and event program
• Gala Experience: 2 premium tables (16 seats) in VIP Seating Section
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Pinnacle Legacy Sponsor
$100000
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Impact:
• Sponsor a cohort of 20 high-potential college students in YBLA's Talent Pipeline Program
• Sponsor 20 low-income high school students in YBLA's 12-month Ambassador Program
Sponsor Benefits:
• Exclusive access to 20 high-potential college students for interviews and internships
• Build a long-term pipeline of diverse, highly talented leaders for future hiring
• Engage students directly through on-site visits, training sessions, or networking events
Optional Branding Benefits:
• Exclusive Branding: Gala Presenting Sponsor & Naming Rights
• Press / Media: Feature article in YBLA Impact Report and co-branded media inclusion
• Gala Branding: Premium logo placement on signage, step & repeat, and event program
• Gala Experience: 3 premium tables (24 seats) in VIP Seating Section
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