BECOME A SPONSOR
Partner with The SoulstICE Festival and place your brand where culture lives. Sponsorship offers more than visibility. It’s an opportunity to support the LEADE Foundation, engage a vibrant community, and be part of an experience rooted in purpose, connection, and lasting impact.
For more detailed information and additional sponsorship opportunities, such as Sky Porches, Wine Tasting, Cigar Lounge, and VIP Social Networking Session, please contact us at contact@leadefoundation.org.
Partnership Investment Levels
Rhythm Sponsor
Description:
An accessible sponsorship option offering brand visibility, community recognition, and targeted promotional reach.
What’s Included:
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General Admission festival tickets (4 tickets)
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Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 30 days out
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Logo on community partner banner
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Inclusion in 4 pre event email campaigns
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4 social media post mentions
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Digital program listing
Donation: $1,500
Groove Sponsor
Description:
A mid level partnership providing solid brand exposure, on site visibility, and targeted digital promotion.
What’s Included:
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Small Sky Patio festival tickets (6 tickets)
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Black & Gold Gala general table tickets (3 tickets)
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Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 60 days out
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Logo included in festival digital materials
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Featured sponsor placement in 8 pre event email campaigns
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Highlighted in 8 social media post mentions
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Quarter page digital ad placement
Donation: $3,000
Harmony Sponsor
Description:
An elevated sponsorship tier ideal for brands seeking strong digital exposure, meaningful engagement, and consistent pre event promotion.
What’s Included:
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Large Sky Patio festival tickets (8 tickets)
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Black & Gold Gala general table tickets (5 tickets)
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Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 90 days out
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Logo included in festival digital materials
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2 minute dedicated sponsor message or video slot
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Sponsor written article about your business (250 words)
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Featured in 10 pre event email campaigns
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Highlighted in 10 social media post mentions
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Half page digital ad placement
Donation: $5,000
Legacy Sponsor (Three Available)
Description:
A premium partnership level delivering strong brand visibility, VIP experiences, and year round marketing exposure across all LEADE Foundation events.
What’s Included:
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VIP Luxury Suite festival tickets (10 tickets)
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Limited festival VIP access including Large and Small Sky Patios, VIP Networking Session, and Panel Discussion
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Black & Gold Gala VIP Table (8 seats) plus VIP Networking Suite
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Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 180 days out
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Logo included in festival digital materials
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Brand logo on community partner banner
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3 minute company spotlight on onsite media screen
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Sponsor written article about your business (500 words)
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Featured in 12 pre event email campaigns
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Highlighted in 12 social media post mentions
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Three quarter page digital ad placement
Donation: $7,500
Presenting Sponsor (One Available)
Description:
The highest level of partnership offering full branding rights, premier visibility, VIP access across all events, and exclusive experiential benefits throughout the 2026 SoulstICE season.
What’s Included:
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VIP Luxury Suite festival tickets (20 tickets)
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Full festival VIP access including Large and Small Sky Patios, VIP Networking Session, and Panel Discussion
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Black & Gold Gala Platinum Table (10 seats) plus VIP Networking Suite
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Full branding rights across all festival materials
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Brand logo on main stage
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Brand exposure on all pre and post event social media, email campaigns, and digital marketing
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Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 180 days out
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5 minute company spotlight on onsite media screen
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Meet and greet with headliner
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Access to Secret Garden, Cigar Lounge, and Wine Tasting
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Full run of event year marketing
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Monthly social media spotlights
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Featured in all festival email campaigns
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Full page feature in digital ads and event day program
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Video highlight reel featuring sponsor activation and branding moments
Donation: $15,000
Our Staple Events
Black & Gold Gala
An Evening of Elegance
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Fredericksburg Expo Center | Black-Tie Event
Attendance: 500+ guests
Event Overview
The Black & Gold Gala is the LEADE Foundation's signature annual fundraising event, bringing together the Rappahannock Region's business community, civic leaders, and philanthropic supporters for an elegant evening of celebration and impact.
Who Attends
The gala attracts a diverse mix of regional professionals and community leaders, including C-suite executives, business owners, healthcare and education administrators, government officials, philanthropists, and emerging professionals.
Event Features
Guests enjoy a gourmet multi-course dinner, live entertainment, and silent auctions featuring exclusive items and experiences. The evening features powerful testimonials from scholarship recipients and program beneficiaries, an awards presentation honoring community champions, and networking opportunities throughout the night.
