As Presenting Sponsor, you lead the mission to empower DPSCD students with transformative opportunities and lasting change.

Tickets & Access

• 30 VIP Reception tickets
• 30 Gala tickets
• Double-sized sponsor lounge (personalized with swag, signage, refreshments)

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions prior to celebrity performances & announcements
• Remarks during the event
  Presenting title to the Hall of Fame Gala
• Logo lockup for all Gala branding
  Presenting title & logo featured throughout venue signage & activations

Media & Marketing

• Inclusion on all promotion: TV, radio, print, social, web, email ($25,000 value)
• Logo & title in primary 0:30 and 2:30 commercials/trailers (4-month press run)
• Media interviews (if available) + press submissions/releases
• Inclusion across digital/web ads & event page
• Presenting title on digital billboards ($5,000 value)
• 0:30 PSAs on iHeart Media ($10,000 value)
• Dedicated social posts & eblast ads
• Presenting title in secondary promos & post-event videos
• Logo in DPSCD Foundation full-page Free Press ad (print + digital)

Accelerates students’ mobility—transportation innovation + economic mobility—unlocking pathways to success.

Tickets & Access

• 18 VIP Reception tickets
• 18 Gala tickets
  Sponsor lounge (personalized with swag, signage, refreshments)

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions throughout evening
• Supports 100 Principals & APs to attend Gala at discounted rate
• Logo featured throughout venue signage & activations


Media & Marketing

• Announced as Mobility Sponsor in TV, radio, print, social, web, email ($15,000 value)
• Logo in Gala commercials/trailers (4-month press run)
• Inclusion in press submissions/releases
• Digital/web ads + event page
• Dedicated social posts & eblast ads
• Logo in secondary videos & Free Press ad (print + digital)

You set the stage—bringing the Gala to life with captivating performances.

Tickets & Access

• 14 VIP Reception tickets
• 14 Gala tickets
• Private artist meet & greet
• Sponsor lounge

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions before performances
• Logo featured throughout venue + entertainment activations

Media & Marketing

• Announced as Entertainment Sponsor in TV, radio, print, social, web, email ($10,000 value)
• Logo in Gala commercials/trailers (4-month press run)
• Press submissions/releases
• Dedicated social posts, eblasts, and entertainment-focused promos
• Logo in DPSCD Foundation Free Press ad

Positioned with 400+ of Detroit’s top leaders in an exclusive, high-profile pre-gala event.

Tickets & Access

• 30 VIP Reception tickets (includes Gala access)
• Sponsor lounge

Recognition & Exposure

• Representation throughout VIP reception
• Emcee mentions before performances & announcements
• Logo featured across reception + venue activations

Media & Marketing

• Announced as VIP Sponsor in TV, radio, print, social, web, email ($10,000 value)
• Logo in commercials/trailers (4-month press run)
• Press releases + submissions
• Digital/web ads + dedicated social & eblasts
• Logo in DPSCD Foundation Free Press ad

Enhances guest experience with immersive activations—directly improving student opportunities.

Tickets & Access

• 10 VIP Reception tickets
• 10 Gala tickets

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions during evening
• Logo featured at activation sites (bar, food stations, curated experiences)

Media & Marketing

• Announced as Experience Sponsor in print, social, web, email ($5,000 value)
• Logo in Gala commercials/trailers (4-month press run)
• Dedicated social posts & eblasts
• Logo in select videos + DPSCD Foundation Free Press ad

Signature activation—live band, sultry ambiance, high-energy space where guests connect all night.

Tickets & Access

• 10 VIP Reception tickets
• 10 Gala tickets

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions
• Logo at activation sites

Media & Marketing

• Announced as Speakeasy Sponsor in print, social, web, email ($5,000 value)
• Logo in Gala commercials/trailers (4-month press run)
• Dedicated social post, eblasts, and Speakeasy promos
• Logo in Free Press ad

Aligns your brand with unforgettable guest experiences and DPSCD student empowerment.

Tickets & Access

• 4 VIP Meet & Greet tickets
• 4 Gala tickets

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions
• Logo at activation sites + event signage
• Choose one: Blue Carpet, Met Gala Moment, Museum Moment, or Legend Cam

Media & Marketing

• Announced as Legendary Moments Sponsor ($5,000 value)
• Logo in Gala commercials/trailers (4-month press run)
• Dedicated social posts, eblasts, and promo videos

Step into the limelight—your support helps provide resources for students to achieve their full potential.

Tickets & Access

• 2 VIP Gala tickets
• 6 Gala tickets

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions
• Logo/signage placement

Media & Marketing

• Announced as Spotlight Sponsor
• Dedicated social posts, eblasts, and select videos

Exclusive alumni group giving back to future legends while honoring legacy.

Tickets & Access

• 6 Gala tickets

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions
• Logo/signage placement
• Alumni Recognition Wall + digital display

Media & Marketing

• Announced as Alumni Sponsor in social, web, email ($1,000 value)
• Event page inclusion
• Social carousel posts with partners
• Dedicated eblasts + select videos

Helps light the way for the next generation of DPSCD scholars.

Tickets & Access

• 6 Gala tickets

Recognition & Exposure

• Emcee mentions
• Logo/signage placement

Media & Marketing

• Announced as Rising Star Sponsor in social, web, email ($1,000 value)
• Event page inclusion
• Social carousel posts
• Dedicated eblasts + select videos