Become a Sponsor Today
The BMEA Annual Educators’ Gala is a high-impact evening with a clear purpose: fueling transformational education.
This event convenes leaders, partners, and advocates committed to strengthening schools and expanding opportunity. Your ticket purchase is a direct investment in BMEA’s Youth Leadership Development Program (YLDP), the expansion of the BMEA Independent School, and our wellness-centered educator fellowships.
A Call to Action
The BMEA Gala is a celebration, but importantly, it is a CALL TO ACTION. It is an opportunity for leaders, advocates, and corporate partners to stand alongside us in advancing a bold, scalable model for educational excellence. Your sponsorship directly fuels educator development and student opportunity.
Together, we can move beyond reacting to challenges and instead build the education ecosystem our students and communities deserve.
BMEA VISIONARY CIRCLE
(Presenting Sponsorship) - $50,000
What Your Sponsorship Powers
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Full-year funding for two YLDP school sites, including paid workforce experiences for high school fellows, STEM supplies, mentorship and college/career readiness programming
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Support for the BMEA Independent School, ensuring Detroit youth receive tuition-free access to world-class instruction in AI literacy, restorative practices, and project-based learning
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Expansion of the Teacher Wellness, and Principal Wellness & Policy Fellowships, giving teachers and school leaders mental health support and policy training
Recognition & Benefits
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Presenting Sponsor designation on all event materials
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16 event tickets (2 VIP tables) with premium placement
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Premium logo placement on all digital + onsite signage
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Full-page, full-color program ad (inside front cover)
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Remarks opportunity at the gala
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Video spotlight during program
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Verbal recognition throughout evening
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Inclusion in pre and post event communications
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Exclusive post-event impact report
BMEA AMBASSADOR
(Platinum Level Sponsorship) - $30,000
What Your Sponsorship Supports
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Technology upgrades and STEM tools for YLDP and BMEA School
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Transportation and enrichment experiences for youth
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Educator wellness programming and professiona development experiences
Recognition & Benefits
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Naming rights for the Cocktail Hour
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8 event tickets (1 VIP table)
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Premium logo placement across all materials
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Logo on cocktail napkins and signage
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Video spotlight during Cocktail Hour
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Full-page, full-color program ad (inside back cover)
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Verbal recognition during program
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Inclusion in all pre and post event communications
BMEA FRIEND
(Emerald Level Sponsorship) - $25,000
What Your Sponsorship Powers
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Fellow stipends and training experiences for
Teacher Wellness Fellowship -
High school mentor stipends and instructional
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College/career exploration events
Recognition & Benefits
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8 event tickets (1 VIP table)
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Premium logo placement on all materials
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Logo on gala invitations (if received before
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Half-page color ad in program book
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Inclusion in pre and post event communications
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Verbal recognition during program
BMEA COMMUNITY BUILDER
(Diamond Level Sponsorship) - $15,000
Supports
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Robotics, AI, STEM projects for youth
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Field experiences and hands-on project-based learning materials
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Family engagement and wellness programming
Benefits
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8 event tickets (1 table)
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Premium logo placement
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Verbal recognition
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Half-page color ad
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Inclusion in all event communications
INNOVATION SPONSOR
(Gold Level Sponsorship) - $10,000
Supports
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Laptops, software, and STEM technology for students
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Scholarships for college tours and workforce exposure
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Stipends for YLDP’s peer mentors
Benefits
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4 event tickets
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Premium logo placement in program and digital materials
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Half-page color ad
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Inclusion in all pre and post event communications
Take a Look at Last Year's Gala
