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OUR SPONSORS

Our sponsors understand the power of presence. By investing in The SoulstICE Festival, they align with meaningful impact through the LEADE Foundation, support a purpose driven cause, and connect authentically with culture, community, and legacy in motion.

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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

Friend of SoulstICE

Description:
An entry level support option for individuals or small businesses wanting to be part of the SoulstICE mission.

What’s Included:

  • General Admission festival ticket (1 ticket)

  • Program listing recognition

  • Hole Sponsor at our Golf Tournament

 

Donation: $250

Community Sponsor

Description:
Designed for local businesses and organizations looking to support community impact while gaining event recognition.

What’s Included:

  • General Admission festival tickets (4 tickets)

  • Charity Golf Tournament Hole Sponsor recognition

  • Logo on community partner banner

  • Digital program listing

 

Donation: $750

Rhythm Sponsor

Description:
An accessible sponsorship option offering brand visibility, community recognition, and targeted promotional reach.

 

What’s Included:

  • General Admission festival tickets (4 tickets)

  • Charity Golf Tournament Hole Sponsor recognition

  • Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 30 days out

  • Logo on community partner banner

  • Inclusion in 4 pre event email campaigns

  • 4 social media post mentions

  • 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:

  • Small Sky Patio festival tickets (6 tickets)

  • Black & Gold Gala general table tickets (3 tickets)

  • Charity Golf Tournament participation with two individual spots and Hole Sponsor recognition

  • Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 60 days out

  • Logo included in festival digital materials

  • Featured sponsor placement in 8 pre event email campaigns

  • Highlighted in 8 social media post mentions

  • 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:

  • Large Sky Patio festival tickets (8 tickets)

  • Black & Gold Gala general table tickets (5 tickets)

  • Charity Golf Tournament participation with one team (4 players) and Hole Sponsor recognition

  • Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 90 days out

  • Logo included in festival digital materials

  • 2 minute dedicated sponsor message or video slot

  • Sponsor written article about your business (250 words)

  • Featured in 10 pre event email campaigns

  • Highlighted in 10 social media post mentions

  • 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:

  • VIP Luxury Suite festival tickets (10 tickets)

  • Limited festival VIP access including Large and Small Sky Patios, VIP Networking Session, and Panel Discussion

  • Black & Gold Gala VIP Table (8 seats) plus VIP Networking Suite

  • Charity Golf Tournament participation with one team (4 players) and Hole Sponsor recognition

  • Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 180 days out

  • Logo included in festival digital materials

  • Brand logo on community partner banner

  • 3 minute company spotlight on onsite media screen

  • Sponsor written article about your business (500 words)

  • Featured in 12 pre event email campaigns

  • Highlighted in 12 social media post mentions

  • 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:

  • VIP Luxury Suite festival tickets (20 tickets)

  • Full festival VIP access including Large and Small Sky Patios, VIP Networking Session, and Panel Discussion

  • Black & Gold Gala Platinum Table (10 seats) plus VIP Networking Suite

  • Charity Golf Tournament Sponsor with three teams (12 players)

  • Full branding rights across all festival materials

  • Brand logo on main stage

  • Brand exposure on all pre and post event social media, email campaigns, and digital marketing

  • Pre event marketing and promotion beginning 180 days out

  • 5 minute company spotlight on onsite media screen

  • Meet and greet with headliner

  • Access to Secret Garden, Cigar Lounge, and Wine Tasting

  • Full run of event year marketing

  • Monthly social media spotlights

  • Featured in all festival email campaigns

  • Full page feature in digital ads and event day program

  • 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. 

Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Friday, September 18, 2026

Augustine Golf Club, Stafford, VA


Format: Captain's Choice (Scramble)

Participants: 80 golfers (20 teams)

Event Overview

The LEADE Foundation Annual Charity Golf Tournament is a premier networking event that brings together business professionals, community leaders, and golf enthusiasts for a day of competition and relationship-building. Partnering with Loisann's Hope House, the tournament supports efforts to address homelessness, provide educational scholarships, and advance community programs throughout the region.

Participant Profile

The tournament attracts business owners, executives, sales and marketing professionals, financial advisors, real estate leaders, healthcare administrators, government contractors, and corporate teams. 

Sponsor Benefits

The tournament offers pre-event marketing through targeted outreach to the business community, all-day event exposure, and post-event recognition through photo galleries and social media. Hole sponsorships, beverage cart branding, and contest sponsorships provide additional visibility opportunities while demonstrating community commitment to peers and potential clients.

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