Join us in Lifting up Emerging Leaders of Detroit this Fall at BasBlue’s largest annual fundraiser!
Join us on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at our historic mansion for an immersive BasBlue experience to celebrate
and to connect with established and emerging influential leaders of Detroit.
During this annual event, get to know local woman-owned and non-binary individual businesses including artists,
live music performances, food experiences, and much more.
The annual gala raises critical funds to sustain The BasBlue Foundation and its Impact Programs -
including the Zero-to-One Entrepreneurial Fellowship,
Founders + Fund(Her)s Pitch Day and the
Trailblazer-in-Residence Scholarship.
These Impact Programs play a fundamental part in our efforts to close the funding gap for
under-resourced entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community changemakers.
We are so excited to celebrate our community and all that you have helped us accomplish in our second year!
Sponsorships & Packages
As a sponsor, your partnership is instrumental in enhancing our program effectiveness and making a lasting impact in our community. With your support, BasBlue will continue to fulfill its mission of advancing women and non-binary individuals’ economic mobility and leadership skills by providing community connection, educational programming, and resources.
By investing in BasBlue, you are investing in the empowerment of people who are often underrepresented and face unique challenges in accessing resources and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Together, we can increase the funding and educational programs available that lessen barriers to economic prosperity in our community.
Champion of BasBlue Sponsor
Your generous contribution as a Champion of BasBlue enables the creation and implementation of a new program that expands economic mobility opportunities for under-resourced individuals in Southeast Michigan. With your support, we can provide funding for a full year of programming, mentorship, and business resources to empower and transform the lives of 40 individuals by helping them unlock their
full potential.
As an event sponsor, you will receive:
- Champion of BasBlue Sponsor Recognition
- Name included on BasBlue Donor + Partner Wall
- Named host of private VIP cocktail reception
- Opportunity for remarks at VIP cocktail reception
- 20 VIP event tickets
- Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral
- Private tour of BasBlue space for up to 10 individuals
- Choice of Breakfast or Lunch with the BasBlue Team
Impact Sponsor
Drive the expansion of existing programs, allowing us to reach more individuals and offer new resources. Your contribution funds a full year of programming, mentorship, and business resources for 20 individuals.
As an event sponsor, you will receive:
- 10 VIP event tickets + pre-event cocktail reception
- Verbal recognition during event
- Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral
- Private tour of BasBlue space for up to 10 individuals
- Choice Breakfast or Lunch with the BasBlue Team
Access Sponsor
Directly contribute to improving accessibility for all. Your support enables the implementation of new technology and tools that enhance the reach and effectiveness of our programs, ensuring everyone has equal access regardless of ability. Additionally, your contribution provides a full year of programming, mentorship, and business resources for 10 individuals.
As an event sponsor, you will receive:
- 8 VIP event tickets + pre-event cocktail reception
- Verbal recognition during event
- Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral
Incubate Sponsor
Play a vital role in enhancing our program effectiveness. Your support enables the development of new program curriculum and resources, fostering an environment that nurtures innovation and growth. With your contribution, we can provide a full year of programming, mentorship, and business resources to six individuals.
As an event sponsor, you will receive:
- 6 VIP event tickets
- Verbal Recognition during event
- Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral
Grow Sponsor
Create a pathway to new partnerships and collaborations that strengthen our network and open doors to transformative opportunities. With your contribution, we can provide a full year of programming, mentorship, and business resources for four individuals, helping them thrive and advance in their careers.
As an event sponsor, you will receive:
- 4 VIP event tickets
- Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral
Trailblazer Sponsor
Be instrumental in building the capacity of our member scholarship program. Your generosity enables us to provide funding for a full year of programming, mentorship, and business resources to two individuals.
As an event sponsor, you will receive:
- 4 Main Event tickets
- Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral
BasBlue Partner
Support the provision of necessary materials and supplies needed to deliver high-quality programs. With your support, we can offer a full year of programs, mentorship, and business resources to an individual.
As an event sponsor, you will receive:
- 2 Main Event tickets
- Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral
All Sponsors
- Recognition on BasBlue website and social media
- Inclusion in fundraiser press release as an event sponsor
- Event tickets (as outlined per level)
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HERE for more information on sponsorship packages. Please return your sponsorship form electronically to Maria Baker, Director at [email protected], or by mail to The BasBlue Foundation to 110 E Ferry St, Detroit MI 48202
Gala Tickets Available Now!
BasBlue 2023 VIP Ticket
BasBlue 2023 General Admission Ticket
Ways to give
The support you give today will have a transformational impact on the lives, voice and vision of our community by not only showing them what is possible, but giving them the tools to get there. The generous contributions of individuals, corporations, and foundations are essential to our ability to fulfill our mission and serve our community.
Give online
BasBlue gratefully accepts electronic donations through American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.
Make a gift today at https://basblueus.com/give
Give by mail
Please make checks payable to BasBlue Inc. and indicate in your selected sponsorship level in the check's memo & field.
The BasBlue Foundation
110 E Ferry St
Detroit, MI 48202
To learn more about ways to support BasBlue, please contact Maria Baker, Director at [email protected].
BasBlue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, EIN 85-4027726. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the law for the year in which they were made.
