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WPDI
Faces of Hope
Gala Dinner and Auction

September 27, 2024 – Gotham Hall, New York
VIP reception at 6.00 PM – Cocktail reception at 6.30 PM
Dress code: Black tie

On September 27, 2024,
taking opportunity of the International Day of Peace
and the Opening Week of the United Nations General Assembly,
WPDI will hold a gala Dinner and Auction in New York
to celebrate twelve years of action for peace from the grassroots.

Event hosted by Whoopi Goldberg

“Join me in celebrating the incredible peacemakers and leaders who are transforming their communities”

FOREST WHITAKER


Join WPDI’s “Faces of Hope” Gala Dinner, celebrating unsung heroes dedicated to peace and progress in challenging regions worldwide. Their resilience and optimism embody hope for a brighter future.

Experience inspiring stories and support transformative initiatives in Africa, North America, and Europe. The event, hosting 300 guests, includes a VIP reception, exquisite dinner, youth leader presentations, acclaimed artist performances, and a live auction. Expect distinguished attendees, including philanthropists, world leaders, celebrities, and WPDI partners.

Proceeds empower conflict-affected communities through skills training, trauma healing, and entrepreneurship support. Choose from four sponsorship levels for recognition and engagement throughout the Gala.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of impact and inspiration.

“Join me in celebrating the incredible peacemakers and leaders who are transforming their communities”

FOREST WHITAKER

Gala sponsorship
  • Peace Maker Level - $ 150,000

    An exclusive opportunity to be an anchor event partner, with a host of benefits providing maximum visibility

    • Up to 2 prominently placed tables of 10 with name or company branding
    • 2 seats at Forest Whitaker’s table
    • Up to 10 VIP reception tickets (includes a meet and greet with Forest Whitaker)

     

    Corporate visibility and branding moment:

    Onstage recognition and speaking during the program to be acknowledged

    • Onstage recognition and speaking during the program to be acknowledged
    • Opportunity for one corporate executive to be listed as an Honorary Committee Member in all related materials (program, digital media, press releases, etc.)
    • Top recognition in gala marketing collateral including program, press release, media coverage and e-newsletter
    • Logo visibility included prominently on the Step and Repeat
    • Logo recognition digitally on screens through the evening
    • Logo included on all printed material
    • Full color one page ad in the brochure of the event
    • Full integration into WPDI’s social media plan surrounding the event
    • Special recognition in WPDI Annual report
  • Future Builder Level - $ 100,000

     

    You will receive exclusive benefits and VIP status and profiles:

    • 1 prominently placed table of 10 with name or company branding
    • 1 seat at Forest Whitaker’s table
    • Up to 4 additional tickets
    • Up to 5 reception tickets (includes a meet and greet with Forest Whitaker)

     

    Corporate visibility:

    • Onstage recognition during the program
    • Recognition in gala marketing collateral including program, press release, media coverage and e-newsletter
    • Logo included on the Step and Repeat
    • Logo recognition digitally on screens through the evening
    • Logo included on all printed material
    • Full color 1/2 page ad in the event program
    • Prominently placed on all WPDI’s social media plan surrounding the event
    • Special support recognition in WPDI Annual report
  • Hope Raiser Level - $ 50,000

     

    You will be distinguished for your standout support:

    • 1 prominently placed table of 10 with name or company branding
    • Up to 4 additional tickets

     

    Corporate visibility :

    • Onstage recognition during the program
    • Recognition in gala marketing collateral including program and e-newsletter
    • Integration on WPDI’s social media plan surrounding the event
    • Full color 1/4 page ad in the event program
    • Recognition in WPDI Annual report
  • Care Giver level - $ 25,000

     

    You will be celebrated for helping us:

    • 1 gala table of 10 with name recognition

     

    Corporate visibility:

    • Logo included in the program

    Reserve your sponsorship

    $ 150,000$ 100,000$ 50,000$ 25,000





    Buy an individual ticket
    $2,500

    You can pay with Paypal or credit card
    Take a look at our 2019 Gala recap