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THE PRIDE CENTER OF THE CAPITAL REGION PRESENTS
NOVEMBER 8 FRANKLIN PLAZA
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VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
WOLFGANG GUY
NON-PROFIT PARTNER OF THE YEAR
MOHAWK HUDSON HUMANE SOCIETY
REGIONAL BUSINESS PARTNER OF THE YEAR
First New York Federal Credit Union
CORPORATE PARTNER OF THE YEAr
HANNAFORD
PRIDE AFFILIATES
Saratoga Pride
Schenectady Pride
Bethlehem Pride
AWARDEES
Join us as we showcase the work we've done alongside our partners to create space and visibility for the voices and experiences of LGBTQ+ folks all all ages. Being LGBTQ+ is a lifelong experience, and we're excited to celebrate and hear from the folks who are helping make this work possible. Join us in an evening of pure queer joy and support these vital voices!
Announcing the 2024 Gala for the Pride Center of the Capital Region, the longest continually operating LGBTQ+ Center in the country: Pillars of Pride!
SUPPORT THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY WITH AN UNFORGETTABLE CELEBRATION OF LOVE & DIVERSITY.
VIP Reception: 6:00 PM
Doors to the Public: 7:00 PM
Music, Drag Performances, Silent Auction, Dinner: 7:00-10:30 PM
Location: Franklin Plaza, 4 4th St, Troy, NY 12180
VIP Reception: 6:00 PM • Doors to the Public: 7:00 PM
Music, Dancing, Drag Show, Raffles, Dinner: 7:00-10:30 PM
Location: Franklin Plaza, 4 4th St, Troy, NY 12180
HARVEY MILK AWARD
COL. EDWARD THOMAS RYAN
(Posthumous)
BRITA FILTER
SPECIAL GUEST EMCEE + PERFORMER
Get ready for an unforgettable evening with this groundbreaking performer who's not just serving looks, but serving justice and advocacy for our community! From making herstory as the first Polynesian queen on RuPaul's Drag Race to being the first drag queen to speak at the DNC LGBTQ+ Gala alongside VP Kamala Harris, Brita Filter is a force of nature who combines artistry with activism.
This nine-time NYC Glam Award winner has graced the White House Pride celebrations, appeared on SNL, Broad City and The Daily Show, and tirelessly works to create safer spaces for LGBTQ+ folks through their work with organizations like AIDS Healthcare Foundation. As National Co-Chair of Drag Out the Vote, they're proving that democracy can be fierce AND fabulous!
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GALA 2024 GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET: $175
This purchase gets you 1 ticket to the big Gala Bash!
GALA 2024 TICKET PACK OF SIX - $945 (10% discount)
This purchase gets you SIX tickets to the big Gala Bash!
GALA 2024 TICKET PACK OF TEN - $1,400 (20% discount)
This purchase gets you TEN tickets to the big Gala Bash!
TICKET PRICING
Join with over 200 Pride Center supporters in our annual celebration while enjoying a variety of delicious cuisine, drag entertainment, music & dancing.
We'll have lots of great raffle items!
*This event will have NO ASSIGNED SEATING
GALA 2024 GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET PRICING
PERFORMANCES BY BRITA FILTER
HONORARY COMMITTEE SILVER SINGLE - $225
This purchase gets you ONE VIP ticket to the big Gala Bash!
HONORARY COMMITTEE SILVER COUPLE - $400
This purchase gets you TWO VIP tickets to the big Gala Bash!
HONORARY COMMITTEE GOLD SINGLE - $275
This purchase gets you ONE VIP ticket to the big Gala Bash AND sponsors one general admission guest to attend the main event.
HONORARY COMMITTEE GOLD COUPLE - $550
This purchase gets you TWO VIP tickets to the big Gala Bash AND sponsors one general admission guest to attend the main event.
TICKET PRICING
VIP Reception HOSTED BY Brita Filter on the balcony with passed hors d'oeuvres AND DRAG PERFORMANCES from 6:00 - 7:00PM
Listing in the Gala program (if purchased by 11-1-24)
Recognition from the stage and event monitors
1 raffle ticket for the Wine Pull
Listing in the CommUNITY Newsletter (Winter 24 issue)
Multiple food stations WITH Gluten free AND Vegetarian options will provided.
We'll have lots of great raffle items.
*This event will have NO ASSIGNED SEATING
THIS TICKET INCLUDES
This VIP purchase has its rewards. Join with over 200 Pride Center supporters in our annual celebration while enjoying a variety of delicious cuisine, drag entertainment, music & dancing.
HONORARY COMMITTEE - VIP RECEPTION AND DRAG QUEEN PRE-SHOW
VIP RECEPTION HOSTED BY BRITA FILTER
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PLEASE REACH OUT TO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NATHANIEL GRAY BY EMAILING HIM AT NGRAY@CAPITALPRIDECENTER.ORG TO IDENTIFY SPONSORSHIP LEVEL INTEREST AND BEST OPTIONS FOR INVOICING. GALA AND PRIDE SPONSORS ARE VITAL TO THE CONTINUED MENTAL HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES BEING PROVIDED FOR THE QUEER COMMUNITY OF THE CAPITAL REGION.
Sponsorship – SiLver Level - $2,500
The Silver Sponsorship includes:
- Special recognition at event, in social media and CommUNITY winter 2024 Newsletter. Naming / branding recognition at food station
- FOUR VIP tickets for the Gala INCLUDING THE VIP RECEPTION HOSTED BY Brita Filter ON THE BALCONY WITH PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES AND DRAG PERFORMANCES
- Half-page ad in Gala program. (full color, 5”W x 3.5”H)
- PURCHASE BEFORE 11/1/24 TO BE INCLUDED ON THE EVENT PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL
Sponsorship – Bronze Level - $1,000
THE BRONZE SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:
- SPECIAL RECOGNITION AT EVENT AND IN COMMUNITY WINTER 2024 NEWSLETTER
- TWO VIP TICKETS FOR THE GALA INCLUDING THE VIP RECEPTION HOSTED BY Brita Filter ON THE BALCONY WITH PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES AND DRAG PERFORMANCES
- QUARTER-PAGE AD IN GALA PROGRAM. (FULL COLOR, 2.5”W X 3.5”H)
- Purchase BEFORE 11/1/24 to be included on the event promotional material
Sponsorship – GOLD Level - $5,000
The Gold Sponsorship includes
- Special recognition at event, in social media and CommUNITY winter 2024 Newsletter and Website. Naming / branding recognition at the Bar
- SIX VIP tickets for the Gala INCLUDING THE VIP RECEPTION HOSTED BY Brita Filter ON THE BALCONY WITH PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES AND DRAG PERFORMANCES
- Full-page ad in Gala program. (full color, 5”W x 7”H)
- PURCHASE BEFORE 11/1/24 TO BE INCLUDED ON THE EVENT PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL
Sponsorship – Platinum Level - $7,500
The PLATINUM Sponsorship includes
- Special recognition at event, in Social Media and CommUNITY ALL 2024 Newsletters, Website, Naming/ branding at bar and dessert station, AND a $2,000 recognition sponsorship at Pride 2024,
- EIGHT VIP tickets for the Gala INCLUDING THE VIP RECEPTION HOSTED BY Brita Filter ON THE BALCONY WITH PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES AND DRAG PERFORMANCES
- TWO full-page ads in the Gala program. (full color, 5”W x 7”H)
- PURCHASE BEFORE 11/1/24 TO BE INCLUDED ON THE EVENT PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL
Sponsorship – Presenting Level - $10,000
The PRESENTING Sponsorship includes
- Special recognition at event as Presenting Sponsor, in Social Media and CommUNITY ALL 2024 Newsletters, Website, added naming and branding at the dance floor and at the Bar, AND a $5,000 recognition sponsorship at Pride 2023
- TEN VIP tickets for the Gala INCLUDING THE VIP RECEPTION HOSTED BY Brita Filter ON THE BALCONY WITH PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES AND DRAG PERFORMANCES
- Banner display at the event
- Opportunity to speak at the event
- TWO full-page ads in the Gala program, preferred placement, choice of inside front cover or back cover. (full color, 5”W x 7”H)
- PURCHASE BEFORE 11/1/24 TO BE INCLUDED ON THE EVENT PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL
SPONSOR LEVELS AND BENEFITS
