Sponsor the 2027 Global Volunteer Awards Gala

Sponsor the 2027 Global Volunteer Awards GalaHelp us celebrate the volunteers who make our communities stronger. The Global Volunteer Recognition Program recognizes people who give their time, energy, talent, and heart to serve others. Each year, our Annual Volunteer Awards Gala brings together volunteers, community leaders, families, and supporters to honor service, leadership, and impact. Your sponsorship helps make this recognition possible. Sponsorship support helps offset the cost of

Help us celebrate the volunteers who make our communities stronger.

The Global Volunteer Recognition Program™ recognizes people who give their time, energy, talent, and heart to serve others. Each year, our Annual Volunteer Awards Gala brings together volunteers, community leaders, families, and supporters to honor service, leadership, and impact.

Your sponsorship helps make this recognition possible. Sponsorship support helps offset the cost of volunteer awards, certificates, event materials, venue expenses, program printing, storytelling, volunteer recognition, and community impact outreach.

Sponsors and partners help GVRP continue celebrating volunteers, expanding recognition opportunities, and strengthening community impact. The Global Volunteer Recognition Program™ and founder Laurel Barrett have been recognized through awards, nominations, finalist placements, verified business credentials, and civic recognition for service, leadership, entrepreneurship, and social impact. Explore GVRP’s Awards, Nominations & Recognition page to learn more about the credibility behind our mission.

Why sponsor?

When your business sponsors the Global Volunteer Awards Gala, you are doing more than placing a logo on an event. You are helping recognize people who give back, supporting a culture of service, and showing your community that volunteerism matters.

GVRP has recognized thousands of hours of volunteer service and continues to grow a global community of changemakers through volunteer awards, leadership education, service projects, and recognition programs.

The 2026 gala recognized 47 award recipients for their volunteer work, leadership, and community impact. Your sponsorship helps us continue celebrating volunteers and inspiring more people to serve.

2026 Gala Impact

• 47 awards presented
• Volunteers recognized for service, leadership, and community impact
• Members and supporters gathered to celebrate “Radiance in Action”
• Recognition stories shared through social media, blog content, and post-event outreach
• GVRP continues to support volunteer recognition, leadership education, service tracking, and community engagement year-round

Sponsorship opportunities

Community Supporter, $100

Perfect for individuals, families, and small businesses who want to support volunteer recognition.

Includes:

• Name listed on the event sponsor section
• Thank-you mention on social media
• Name included in the event program

Award Sponsor, $250

Help sponsor recognition for an outstanding volunteer.

Includes:

• Name or business listed in the event program
• Social media thank-you
• Logo or name included in the event slideshow
• Recognition as an Award Sponsor
• Optional short message of encouragement for awardees

Bronze Sponsor, $500

A great entry-level sponsorship for businesses and community partners.

Includes:

• Logo on the event sponsor section
• Logo in the event slideshow
• Recognition in the event program
• Social media thank-you post
• Option to provide a promotional item or flyer for attendee bags

Silver Sponsor, $1,000

Support the gala while receiving expanded visibility.

Includes:

• All Bronze Sponsor benefits
• Larger logo placement in the event program
• Verbal mention during the gala
• Sponsor highlight post on social media
• Recognition in the post-event recap blog
• 1 gala ticket included, optional

Gold Sponsor, $2,500

Our recommended sponsorship level for businesses that want strong community visibility.

Includes:

• All Silver Sponsor benefits
• Premium logo placement
• Opportunity to sponsor one award category
• Sponsor spotlight in an email newsletter
• Recognition in the event recap video or awardee recap post
• 2 gala tickets included, optional

Platinum Sponsor, $5,000

A major partnership opportunity for organizations committed to service, leadership, and community impact.

Includes:

• All Gold Sponsor benefits
• Featured recognition from the stage
• Logo on select event signage
• Opportunity to include a brief welcome message in the event program
• Featured website placement
• 4 gala tickets included, optional
• Recognition as a major community impact partner

Presenting Sponsor, $10,000

One exclusive opportunity available.

Includes:

• “Presented by” naming recognition
• Top logo placement on website, slideshow, event program, and select event materials
• Speaking opportunity during the gala
• Featured sponsor announcement
• Featured blog and social media post
• 6 gala tickets included, optional
• First right of refusal for next year’s presenting sponsorship

What your sponsorship supports

Your sponsorship may help cover:

• Volunteer awards and recognition materials
• Certificates and printed programs
• Event space and production expenses
• Volunteer storytelling and impact reporting
• Recognition for outstanding community service
• Scholarships or reduced-cost participation opportunities
• Outreach that encourages more people to volunteer

Need an invoice or sponsorship packet?

We are happy to provide a sponsorship packet, W-9, invoice, or custom sponsorship option for your business or organization.

Email: [email protected]

Custom sponsorships and in-kind support

We also welcome in-kind support, photography, videography, event supplies, gift bag items, travel support for members, and professional services.

Contact us if your business would like to support the gala in a custom way.

Make an impact

Volunteers rarely serve for recognition, but meaningful recognition helps remind them that their work matters. Your sponsorship helps us celebrate service, encourage continued volunteerism, and inspire future changemakers.

Sponsor the Global Volunteer Awards Gala today and help us shine a spotlight on people making a difference.

Sponsorship deadline: TBD
Logo deadline for printed materials: TBD
Limited availability: Presenting Sponsor limited to 1, Platinum limited to 3, Gold limited to 5