2026 Albany Champion of the Year
November 12, 2026 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Albany, NY, USA
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Standard ticket to the Albany, NY Champion of the Year Gala for one (1) guest. Enjoy the cocktail hour & silent auction, dinner, program, live auction & live appeal.
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Couples Ticket
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Standard ticket to the Albany, NY Champion of the Year Gala for two (2) guests. Enjoy the cocktail hour & silent auction, dinner, program, live auction & live appeal.
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Table of 10
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Standard table to the Albany, NY Champion of the Year Gala for ten (10) guests. Enjoy the cocktail hour & silent auction, dinner, program, live auction & live appeal.
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Presenting Sponsor
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Presenting Sponsor for the Albany, NY Champion of the Year Gala. Enjoy the cocktail hour & silent auction, dinner, program, live auction & live appeal. Includes the following:
- 3 tables of 10 (30 tickets)
- Optional executive speaking role within the event program.
- A full-color one page spread in the Gala program book.
- Name/Corporate logo on the Gala invitations.
- Prominent display of Name/Corporate logo throughout event.
- Company name/logo on the Champion of the Year and mobile bidding websites (with link to
company website). - Name/Corporate logo displayed on Step and Repeat and four Presenting Sponsor signs
throughout venue on event night. - Personalized plaque presented during the event.
- Recognized as Presenting Sponsor in all event materials, emails and advertisements.
- Recognition during Champion Kickoff event
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Signature Sponsor
$7500
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Signature Sponsor for the Albany, NY Champion of the Year Gala. Enjoy the cocktail hour & silent auction, dinner, program, live auction & live appeal. Includes the following:
- 2 tables of 10 (20 tickets)
- Half-page, full-color ad in the Gala program book.
- Prominent display of Name/Corporate logo throughout event.
- Name/Corporate logo on the Gala invitations.
- Recognized as "sponsor" of an event section such as the auction room or registration.
- Company name/logo on the Champions homepage and mobile bidding website (with link to company
website). - Personalized plaque presented during the event.
- Recognized as Signature Sponsor in all event materials and advertisements.
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Platinum Sponsor
$5000
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Platinum Sponsor for the Albany, NY Champion of the Year Gala. Enjoy the cocktail hour & silent auction, dinner, program, live auction & live appeal. Includes the following:
- Preferred seating for fifteen (15) guests (1.5 tables).
- Half-page, full-color ad in the Gala program book.
- Name/Corporate logo on the Gala invitations.
- Recognized as "sponsor" of an event section such as bar service areas.
- Prominent display of Name/Corporate logo throughout event throughout venue on event night.
- Company name/logo on the Champions homepage and mobile bidding site (with link to company website).
- Personalized plaque presented during the event.
- Recognized as Platinum Sponsor in all event materials, emails and advertisements.
- Recognition at Champion Kickoff event.
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Gold Sponsor
$2500
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Gold Sponsor for the Albany, NY Champion of the Year Gala. Enjoy the cocktail hour & silent auction, dinner, program, live auction & live appeal. Includes the following:
- Seating for ten (10) guests (1 table).
- Half-page, full-color ad in the Gala program book.
- Company name/logo on the Champions homepage.
- Personalized plaque presented during the event.
- Recognized as Gold Sponsor in all event materials and advertisements.
- Recognition at Champion Kickoff event.
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Silver Sponsor
$1000
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Silver Sponsor for the Albany, NY Champion of the Year Gala. Enjoy the cocktail hour & silent auction, dinner, program, live auction & live appeal. Includes the following:
- Seating for five (5) guests (1/2 table).
- Quarter page, full-color ad in the Gala program book.
- Company name/logo on the Champions homepage.
- Personalized plaque presented during the event.
- Recognized as Silver Sponsor in all event materials and advertisements.
- Recognition at Champion Kickoff event.
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Thursday, November 12, 2026
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Best Buddies Champion of the Year is a competitive fundraising campaign that unites and recognizes leaders of inclusion in local communities nationwide.
Champion Candidates commit to raising funds and awareness for Best Buddies throughout their campaign. Our Champions advocate for the Best Buddies mission and will generate countless opportunities for friendships, jobs, leadership development, inclusive living and family support. At the Best Buddies Champion of the Year celebration, we honor the Champions' collective impact and name the ultimate Champion of the Year!
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