We’re so thankful for our generous sponsors and the community for their support of the Goochland Education Foundation. This year we raised over $80,000 to help our children develop critical 21st century and STEM skills for a constantly changing workforce.Â
We had a great crowd, and enjoyed delicious food, lively music, and dancing. Our new addition this year: an ice bucket of raffle and 50/50 tickets (a $400 value for only $250) was a hit!
A heart-felt thank you for your support of Goochland County Public Schools students.
Thank You to our 2024 Sponsors
It’s time for the best party in Goochland! Our Annual Gala is Friday, March 15, 2024 from 6-10pm at Dover Hall and you’re invited.
Our Master of Ceremonies will be the inimitable Larry Proffitt.
Individual tickets are now on sale! $150 per person / $245 per couple.
- Heavy Hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar (two complimentary drink tickets per guest)
- Dancing by Blue Tips Rhythm Revue
- Live Auction
- Raffle and 50/50
- New this year! Purchase an ice bucket of raffle and 50/50 tickets. Value $400, purchase for $250. Only 20 available!
- Valet Parking
Luxe Tropical Getaway for Two: Five-night all-inclusive retreat for two, offering a choice among six breathtaking destinations: Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, Guanacaste in Costa Rica, Puerto Morelos, Cancún, Mazatlán, or Cozumel in Mexico. All meals & beverages included. ($1,600 value)
The Long Weekender: This is a winner choice package meaning winner(s) get to select their destination, selecting from six different destinations around the US and Canada. Each property is a private vacation home that is two bedrooms and two bathrooms, making this great for families, couples, or small groups. Each property is a private luxury residence. ($3,000 value)
Wheelbarrow of Cheer: A brand new wheelbarrow, filled to the brim with assorted liquors Stock your bar with this fabulous auction item. It has everything for hosting a great party – except the guests! ($600 value)
Steppin’ Out in Style: New this year! The craftsmen at 707 Fine Clothing will partner with a man or a woman to design and create a men’s sportcoat or women’s blazer that expresses your own unique style and personality. You will have a garment individually crafted from Dormeuil fabric, considered the finest fabric in the world, paying close attention to every detail. ($2,000 value)
Taylor Swift Autographed Album Cover Collage: Certified and Authenticated. ($1,500 value)
More coming soon!
With an anticipated sold-out attendance and a fundraising goal of $90,000, we’re very excited to announce that Howard Shockey & Sons, Inc. is our 2024 Gala Presenting Sponsor! We believe you’ll be pleased to see the updated sponsorship options, and we look forward to hearing from you when you’re ready to commit. We cannot provide all the support we do for Goochland County Public Schools students without your help, so we hope you’ll join Howard Shockey & Sons in sponsoring our 2024 gala. We’ve made some exciting changes to make everyone’s experience even more fun as we look forward to a fabulous and lively time gathering with friends while enjoying great food and fabulous music.
As always, your sponsorship of our Annual Gala each year positively and significantly impacts the educational practices the GEF can fund. Together, we are helping our children develop critical 21st century and STEM skills for a constantly changing workforce. While we champion innovative ways to learn, we also ensure students have the fundamentals to succeed in all areas of their school career. A particular focus is the ever-essential literacy skills.
We’re very excited about our Annual Gala on March 15, 2024, at Dover Hall. We look forward to seeing you there! Thank you so much for your consideration and generosity.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Please consider joining us as a sponsor for our Annual Gala, one of the best parties in town! As a sponsor, you will receive pre-event, on-site and post-event recognition in print, on our website and social media. This high-impact fundraising event includes:
- Heavy Hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar (two complimentary drink tickets per guest)
- Dancing by Blue Tips Rhythm Revue
- Live Auction
- Valet Parking
diamond
$5,000
Eight event tickets with valet parking
Full page program ad
Name and logo on sponsor signage
Website recognition with logo
Social media recognition
Email recognition
Event press release recognition
Invitation for two people to a GEF VIP reception during the year
platinum
$1,000
Four event tickets with valet parking
1/2 page program ad
Name and logo on sponsor signage
Website recognition
Social media recognition
Email recognition
Event press release recognition
gold
$500
Two event tickets with valet parking
1/4 page program ad
Website recognition
Social media recognition
Email recognition
ruby
$2,500
Six event tickets with valet parking
3/4 page program ad
Name and logo on sponsor signage
Website recognition with logo
Social media recognition
Email recognition
Event press release recognition
silver
$300
Two event tickets with valet parking
Listed in program
Website recognition
Email recognition
emerald
$1,500
Four event tickets with valet parking
1/2 page program ad
Name and logo on sponsor signage
Website recognition with logo
Social media recognition
Email recognition
Event press release recognition