EXPANDING OUR IMPACT, TOGETHER

On Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at our historic mansion we celebrated the tremendous impact BasBlue has in our community. 

The annual fundraising gala raises critical funds to sustain The BasBlue Foundation and its Impact Programs, which include the Zero-to-One Entrepreneurial Fellowship, Founders + Fund(Her)s Pitch Day, Chef-in-Residence, Art of BasBlue, and the Trailblazer-in-Residence Scholarship. These programs play a fundamental part in fostering opportunities for growth and connection, and strengthening our collective impact to close the funding gap for under-resourced women and non-binary entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community changemakers.

Empower with BasBlue

Advance women + non-binary leadership as a BasBlue partner.

A sponsors partnership is instrumental in enhancing our programs’ effectiveness and making a lasting impact in our community. With their support, BasBlue is able to 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, they 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 increase the funding and educational programs available that lessen barriers to economic prosperity in our community.

2024 Gala Sponsors

We would not be where we are today without the generosity of our supporters!

Sponsorships + Packages

Support Our Work

$100,000 — 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

$50,000 — 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 the 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

$50,000 — 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 the 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

$25,000 — 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 the event
  • Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral

$15,000 — 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 the event
  • Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral

$25,000 — 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 the event
  • Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral

$15,000 — 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 the event
  • Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral

$15,000 — 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 the event
  • Sponsorship included on print + digital collateral
Get Tickets

BasBlue Gala 2023 Tickets Available Now!

$500

BasBlue 2023 VIP Ticket

$250

BasBlue 2023 General Admission Ticket

SUPPORT BASBLUE IN 2025

Since we opened our doors in 2021, BasBlue has helped over 700 women and non-binary individuals each year overcome gender-based inequities, find support, develop professionally, and find a place to belong–and our future is bright.

In 2025, we’re designing experiences that amplify women and non-binary leaders’ potential, and we can’t do it without your help.

Will you make a tax-deductible donation to help BasBlue strengthen our impact?

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.

To learn more about ways to support BasBlue, please contact our Director, Maria Baker at maria@basblueus.com

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.

Give Online

BasBlue gratefully accepts electronic donations through American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.

Give by Mail

Please make checks payable to BasBlue Inc. and indicate in your selected sponsorship level in the check’s memo and field.

The BasBlue Foundation
110 E Ferry St
Detroit, MI 48202