Date: May 06, 2023Time: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
May062023

2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Fundraising Event

Sat, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM New Bern Convention Center

Description

Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with the Junior League of Greater New Bern! This second annual event will be from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center!

 

The evening will consist of heavy hors d’oeuvres, champagne, a sit-down dinner, music, live and silent auction packages, Wheel of Winnings, and a live stream of the famous Kentucky Derby Race.
Dress to impress! It’s time to bring out those Derby hats and fascinators, wear your best Southern proper/derby-style clothing and make a statement!

 

The Junior League of Greater New Bern Grant Recipients will also be recognized during this event. There will be two local non-profit organizations receiving $5,000 each. The money raised during this fundraiser funds our grant opportunities.

 

We have sponsorship opportunities available! These opportunities may include tickets to the event. In that case, you will not need to purchase separate tickets online; they will be reserved for you. If you or an organization would like to sponsor this event, please reach out to the League directly, either through social media or at jlgnbkentuckyderby@gmail.com.

 

  • VIP Tickets include dinner and drinks. $99
  • General Admission includes dinner. $69

Buy your tickets today!


Sponsorship Packages:

Presenting Sponsor — $10,000 Exclusive
Kick Off the Party Your Way! As the Presenting Sponsor, you will be provided 2-3 minutes of
podium time at the beginning of the event to address attendees and encourage all to support
the League and the evening’s live and silent auctions. You are a true leader and you understand
we need your help to assist those in need. VIP concierge shows guests all the amenities and
informs them of additional benefits.
• Sponsor logo at Entry and VIP Check-in table
• A table and 10 VIP tickets to the event
• Sponsor may display products and/or service at entry of event to display
• Logo will be promoted as Presenting Sponsor on event page
• Logo & business will be promoted as Presenting Sponsor on all League social media
platforms
• Announcement of presenting sponsor at the event
• Logo on all event banners and signage
• First right of refusal for next year’s event


Kentucky Run Sponsor — $6,000 (2 available)
As a Kentucky Run Sponsor, we will provide your business the opportunity to hold a live
Facebook interview preceding the event that will promote your business and why you choose to
support the Derby. We want businesses who want to have influence by supporting the many
charities the League has the privilege of partnering with. Limited to two lucky sponsors.
• VIP concierge shows guests all the amenities and informs them of additional benefits.
• A table and 8 VIP tickets to the event
• Logo & business will be promoted as Kentucky Run Sponsor on all League social media
platforms
• Logo recognition on signage at event
• Announcement of Kentucky Run sponsorship at event
• Logo on signage at VIP check-in
• Logo on all banners and all signage
• First right of refusal for next year’s event


Living Champagne Wall Sponsor — $5,000 Exclusive
Be the talk of the event! We will provide a wall where flutes of Champagne will appear from the
wall with white-gloved hands and handed to attendees upon arrival and getting checked into
the event. What a way to be greeted! Your brand will be displayed on the wall right as attendees
reach for their glass of champagne. The Living Champagne Wall will be active for the first two
hours of the event. A Bottle of Champagne will be placed on all tables noting “champagne has
been provided compliments of your spectacular support and respective business.” The tables
will feature a tent card with your business logo. An announcement with Champagne toast
recognizing your respective business will kick off the dinner.
• A table and 7 VIP tickets to the event
• Announcement during event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Logo on tent cards placed on tables
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Bourbon & Bar Sponsor — $4,500 (2 available)
Share the spotlight with signage at all bars with your company logo. Everyone knows the bar
sponsor is ALWAYS one of the favorites. Being a Kentucky Derby party and bourbon being the
featured beverage, your business is a sure bet to win big in popularity.
• A table and 6 VIP tickets to the event
• Announcement of your support throughout event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Large signage with logo at bars
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Entertainment Sponsor — $3,000 Exclusive CLAIMED
Announcement by DJ and recognition of business. Announcement at breaks, thanking business
for sponsoring the evening’s entertainment. This sponsorship also gets to announce the start of
the race.
• 5 VIP tickets to the event
• Signage with logo as Entertainment Sponsor
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition during event
• Option of introducing the evening’s entertainment
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Derby Hat Contest Sponsor — $2,500 Exclusive
Our Annual Kentucky Derby Hat contest will include signage, Facebook posts, and will be
announced during the event. Your business will be featured and announced numerous times,
plus a representative from your business will be announcing the winner and giving the winner
their trophy featuring your business logo.
• 5 VIP tickets to the event
• Signage with logo as Derby Hat Contest Sponsor
• Announcements during the event regarding Hat Contest and your business as sponsor
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Derby Sock & Tie Contest Sponsor — $2,500 Exclusive
The Kentucky Derby Sock & Tie contest will include signage, Facebook posts, and will be
announced during the event. Your business will be featured and announced numerous times,
plus a representative from your business will be announcing the winner and giving the winner
their trophy featuring your business logo.
• 5 VIP tickets to the event
• Signage with logo as Derby Sock & Tie Contest Sponsor
• Announcements during the event regarding the Sock & Tie Contest and your business as
sponsor
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Hors d’oeuvres Sponsor — $2,500 (2 available) CLAIMED
Kick the night off right with the “right impression.” Be one of the first supporting businesses
that attendees get to see. Everyone loves to begin their night with decadent Hors d’oeuvres
with visibility of your business’s logo with branded signage on the Hors d’oeuvres passed
serving platters.
• 5 VIP tickets to the event
• Announcement during event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Logo on tent cards placed on Hors d’oeuvres serving platters
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Photo Booth Sponsor — $1,800 Exclusive CLAIMED
Wow! Your business can support making memories. Share in being a part of the fun and be sure
to sponsor this popular and fun activity.
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Logo on souvenir photo postcard
• Logo on booth signage
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Dessert Sponsor — $1,650 (2 available)
Who doesn’t love dessert? The caterer will be serving their delectable dessert! It is the
Kentucky Derby, after all, so it is fitting to serve nothing but the best…dessert that is.
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Announcement during event
• Name/logo on promotional materials at event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Safe Ride Home — $1,500 CLAIMED
Provided by New Bern’s finest Auto Dealership(s). Two available unless you want to claim title to
both. A Safe Ride Home station will be provided with a sign featuring your business logo.
Reminder on tables regarding safe ride home station. Plus, you get to park two vehicles at the
event with your business’s signage. This sponsorship is sure to “drive” attention to your
business!
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Reminder at bars to use safe ride home
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition during the event
• Signage for each safe ride vehicle
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms
• Announcement by DJ and reminders throughout the event
• Meals for your drivers


Signature Cocktail Sponsor of the Mint Julep — $1,300 Exclusive 
Signage at all bars as the signature drink sponsor of the Kentucky Derby Party Fundraiser, the
“Famous” Mint Julep “Signature Cocktail Sponsor: ___________”
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Logo on signage at all bars
• Logo on signage at event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Kentucky Mule Specialty Cocktail Sponsor — $1,300 Exclusive
Signage at all bars as the specialty drink sponsor of the Kentucky Derby Party Fundraiser, the
Kentucky Mule “Signature Cocktail Sponsor: ___________”
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Logo on signage at all bars
• Logo on signage at event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Lawn Game Sponsor — $1,100 Exclusive CLAIMED
Let the good times commence with giant lawn games like Jenga! Your logo will will be front and
center on the lawn games to promote your business.
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Logo on signage at event
• Logo on lawn games
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Koozie Sponsor – $900 Exclusive CLAIMED by The Tyson Group
Branded event koozies incorporating business logo and JLGNB Kentucky Derby Party
Fundraiser event. One can never have enough koozies. The koozies will be prominently placed
in entryway for everyone to grab.
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Logo on signage at event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and feature on all League social media platforms

 

 


Wheel of Winnings Sponsor — $800 Exclusive CLAIMED
Wheel of Winnings will offer fun for all. Guests can spin the wheel for a chance to win incredible
prizes. The amazing game will feature your business logo by the wheel for all to see.
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Recognition during the event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Branded signage by Wheel of Winnings
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Water Sponsor — $750 Exclusive CLAIMED by DLO Construction
Water will be one of the most consumed beverages at the event. Your business will be
prominently featured at water and tea station on branded water bottles.
• 2 VIP tickets to the event
• Branded water bottles with your business logo
• Hydration station featuring signage with branded logo
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Non-Alcoholic Mint Julep Everyone Can Enjoy Cocktail Sponsor — $650 Exclusive CLAIMED
Signage at all bars as the non-alcoholic specialty drink sponsor of the Kentucky Derby Party
Fundraiser, the Non-Alcoholic Mint Julep “Signature Cocktail Sponsor: ___________”
• 2 General Admission tickets to the event
• Logo on signage at all bars
• Logo on signage at event
• Logo and name of business on promotional materials
• Recognition and business feature on all League social media platforms


Additional Sponsorships Available:

Winners Circle Level — $2,000
Includes all the benefits of the Kentucky Derby Level PLUS:
• Signage at the event
• 5 Additional Raffle Tickets (20 total)
• 2 Additional Admission Tickets to event (8 total)

Kentucky Derby Level — $1,000
Includes all the benefits of the Preakness Level PLUS:
• Logo and feature on social media
• 5 Additional Raffle Tickets (15 total)
• 2 Additional Admission Tickets to event (6 total)

Preakness Level — $500
Includes all the benefits of the Belmont Stakes Level PLUS:
• 5 Additional Raffle Tickets (10 total)
• 2 Additional Admission Tickets to event (4 total)

Belmont Stakes Level — $250
• Logo on social media and on JLNB Derby Event Sponsor Poster
• Thank you on Social Media Sites
• 5 Raffle Tickets
• 2 Admission Tickets to event

Run for the Roses — $100
• Facebook recognition – summary on business with backlink to website and Facebook page
• Logo on Run for the Roses Sponsor Banner

Auction Sponsor:
Services donated will include the business or person who donated their services.
• 2 Tickets to the event
• Facebook recognition – summary on business with backlink to website and Facebook page
• Logo on banner

Thank you for supporting the Junior League of Greater New Bern! If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please reach out to Valerie Valbuena at jlgnbkentuckyderby@gmail.com.

To learn more about our organization, please check us out on Facebook or Instagram.

The Junior League of Greater New Bern is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable agency and your donation may be tax deductible.

 

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Date: May 06, 2023Time: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Location

New Bern Convention Center

203 S Front St, New Bern, NC 28560

Sponsors

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  • VIP Tickets include dinner and drinks. $99
  • General Admission includes dinner. $69

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