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We exceeded our goal by raising $252,000!

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until the Legacy Builders Gala

Legacy Builders Gala About

About

Building a Legacy of Leaders

YBLA proudly presents the 13th annual Legacy Builders Gala at the JW Marriott in Uptown Charlotte. We're celebrating "Building a Legacy of Leaders", and we're counting on your support to make it memorable.

Our goal is to raise $250,000 that will fuel our expanding footprint, allowing us to develop more leaders who, in turn, will have a positive impact on the world. At YBLA, we are committed to developing leaders with a passion for serving their community and beyond. Your contribution to this gala will play a pivotal role in making this vision a reality. Together, let's create a legacy of leaders who will positively shape the future.

About

Building a Legacy of Leaders

YBLA proudly presented the 13th annual Legacy Builders Gala at the JW Marriott in Uptown Charlotte. We celebrated "Building a Legacy of Leaders", and our community's support made it memorable.

Our goal was to raise $250,000 to fuel our expanding footprint, allowing us to develop more leaders who will, in turn, have a positive impact on the world. At YBLA, we are committed to developing leaders with a passion for serving their community and beyond. Your contributions to this gala play a pivotal role in making this vision a reality. Together, we're creating a legacy of leaders who will positively shape the future.

Photos

See photos from a night we won't forget! Thank you, Gavin Boulware, for capturing these moments.

Videos

Watch the inspiring videos we shared with our gala guests.

YBLA 2024 Home Build
YBLA Builds a Home in Belize
YBLA was blessed with the opportunity to build a home for a Belizean family in 2023. With your support, we can build more homes for families in need.
A YBLA Story: The Smith Family
Meet the Smith family. Hear about YBLA's positive impact on their children and their personal leadership journey.
Welcome to the Legacy Builders Gala
Watch our 2023 year in review. See highlights of our leaders gaining leadership, service, and educational experiences.
Legacy Builders Gala Sponsorships

Event Sponsors

This year, YBLA is offering year-round recognition to all sponsors. Benefits include volunteer engagement, corporate named scholarships, and more! These enhanced benefits reflect our commitment to holistic and mutually beneficial partnerships with our supporters.

Legacy Builders Gala Sponsorship Levels

$25,000

Belonging Sponsor Brand Recognition: ✓ Recognition as “Belonging” sponsor on Legacy Builders gala invitations and website ✓ Recognition as sponsor for MLK Day of Service event ✓ Opportunity to invite 10 employees to MLK Day of Service Event ✓ Opportunity to speak on stage during MLK Day of Service ✓ Recognition as a year-round program sponsor for one (1) YBLA flagship program ✓ Company logo featured on event signage ✓ Corporate logo featured on select gala and program marketing materials ✓ Social media post recognizing sponsorship Corporate Employee Gala Benefits: ✓ One prominently placed company reception table at YBLA gala on April 20, 2024 ✓ Exclusive invitation for 2 guests to VIP Reception ✓ Corporate employee volunteer opportunities for YBLA events and virtual engagements

$15,000

Justice Sponsor Brand Recognition: ✓ Recognition as “Justice” sponsor on Legacy Builders gala invitations and website ✓ Opportunity to invite 5 employees to MLK Day of Service Event ✓ Recognition as a year-round program sponsor for one (1) YBLA flagship program ✓ Company logo featured on event signage ✓ Corporate logo featured on select gala and program marketing materials ✓ Social media post recognizing sponsorship Corporate Employee Gala Benefits: ✓ One company reception table at YBLA gala on April 20, 2024 ✓ Corporate employee volunteer opportunities for YBLA events and virtual engagements

$10,000

Equality Sponsor Brand Recognition: ✓ Recognition as “Equality” sponsor on website ✓ Recognition as a year-round program sponsor for one (1) YBLA flagship program ✓ Company logo featured on event signage ✓ Corporate logo featured on select gala and program marketing materials Corporate Employee Gala Benefits: ✓ One company reception table at YBLA gala on April 20, 2024 ✓ Corporate employee volunteer opportunities for YBLA events and virtual engagements ✓ Social media post recognizing sponsorship

$5,000

Authenticity Sponsor Brand Recognition: ✓ Recognition as “authenticity” sponsor on website ✓ Company logo featured on select gala and program marketing materials ✓ Social media post recognizing sponsorship Corporate Employee Gala Benefits: ✓ One company reception table at YBLA gala on April 20, 2024 ✓ Corporate employee volunteer opportunities for YBLA events and virtual engagements

$2,500

Opportunity Sponsor (Small Business only - 10 or less employees) Brand Recognition: ✓ Recognition as “Opportunity” sponsor on website ✓ Company name featured on select gala and program marketing materials Corporate Employee Gala Benefits: ✓ One company reception table at YBLA gala on April 20, 2024

For more information, email Witnie Martinez.

Legacy Builders Gala Tickets

Tickets

Purchasing a ticket makes an incredible impact on building leadership programs for our scholars. Early Bird tickets will be available through March 15th, including decadent hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and an unforgettable experience.

Dress Code: Formal Attire

Legacy Builders Gala Donate

Donations

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Are you unable to attend?

You can still make a difference by making a tax-deductible donation to support YBLA students.

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Legacy Builders Gala Committee

Gala Committee

Co-Chairs

The Harringtons - Legacy Builders Gala_e

Rob & Sharon Harrington

Robinson Bradshaw

Partner (Rob)

Novant Health Foundation Administration

Vice President (Sharon)

Bonnie Titone and Taylor Brooks - Legacy

Bonnie Titone & Taylor Brooks

Duke Energy

Chief Information Officer (Bonnie)

East Coast Mortgage

Mortgage Advisor (Taylor)

Legacy Builders Sponsors

Our Sponsors

Thank you to our 2024 Legacy Builders Gala sponsors!

Equality Sponsor

Authenticity Sponsor

Tammy Jones

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Dimples Williamson

Ashley & Christian Varnado

Amy Dunbar

Dwight Jacobs

Anne Essaye & Scott Lurie

John & Tammy Martin

Opportunity Sponsor

CDW

Rob & Sharon Harrington

Jessica Leadston

Hornets Foundation

The Kaleidoscope Group

PWC

Synchrony

Barings

Connection Enterprise Solutions

Bonnie Titone

Robert Dailey

Questions? Email our team!

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