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Saturday, October 18, 2025

Join us and support an enchanting evening of purpose, passion, and connection. Global Kinship Center’s 1st Annual Masquerade Ball supports programs that empower youth and adults through transformational leadership, community-building, and healing-centered growth. 


We will celebrate transformation, honor leadership, and light up the dance floor!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of connection and fun.


Semi-formal attire + a masquerade mask to bring the magic to life.

ABOUT THE GALA

Step into an evening of elegance, empowerment, and transformation at Global Kinship Center’s 1st Annual Masquerade Ball taking place on October 18, 2025, at The Venue Fort Lauderdale. This unforgettable night brings together change makers, community leaders, and kindred spirits committed to creating a more connected and compassionate world. 


With a celebration of our community, honorees and meaningful connection, the Masquerade Ball is more than a fundraiser, it’s a representation of the 2% who dare to lead with heart. 


LOCATION:
The Venue Fort Lauderdale

2345 Wilton Dr
Wilton Manors, FL 33305

United States


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All proceeds support Global Kinship Center’s programs that uplift youth and adults through transformational leadership, healing-centered work, and community-driven impact.

This Year's Honorees

Ms. Bettie J. Spruill

Transformational Leadership Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree

About Ms. Bettie

Dr. Ray Blanchard

Transformational Leadership Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree

About Dr. Blanchard

Tyona L. McCoy-Jennette

Student Leader of The Year

About Tyona

OUR SPONSORS

Event Coordinator: Kara Solomon

Sponsorship Packet:  Download PDF

A Note From Our Event Coordinator:

Please join us in celebrating the continued growth and transformational impact of the Global Kinship Center at our annual Masquerade Gala, taking place on Saturday, October 18, 2025. This evening will bring together graduates, business leaders, community members, and allies who believe in our mission of cultivating leadership, agency, and kinship for lasting personal and collective change. 



"We are proud to honor a group of distinguished individuals whose leadership, service, and lived commitment to the 2% have made a profound impact in their families, communities, and industries. Their stories reflect the power of reclaiming personal worth and leading from within—a ripple effect our organization is committed to expanding."



As a sponsor, your support helps us raise essential funds to expand access to our training, offer scholarships, and sustain the ongoing development of programs designed to support individuals and families in living empowered, connected lives. Your business can support in several ways: 


  • Become a corporate sponsor of the Masquerade Ball 
  • Donate an item or experience to our curated Silent Auction 
  • Purchase a table or individual tickets to celebrate alongside our honorees and community 
  • Recognize an honoree or advertise in our Masquerade Ball Journal 


Your sponsorship not only uplifts this powerful work—it aligns your brand with purpose, transformation, and social impact. Sponsors receive recognition in event materials, online presence, and acknowledgment throughout the evening. Custom sponsorship packages are available upon request. 



SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

Catalyst Sponsor

$15,000

  • Exclusive name placement as “Masquerade Ball presented by [Your Company]
  • Recognition from the stage during the event
  • Logo prominently featured on all event signage and promotional materials
  • Full-page ad in event program
  • Eight (8) VIP tickets with reserved seating area
  • Recognition in all media and press materials
  • Featured placement on Global Kinship Center’s website and social media
  • Two (2) Full Journey Scholarships (Designate or Donate)

Visionary Sponsor

$10,000

  • Logo on select event signage and promotional materials
  • Half-page ad in event program
  • Six (6) VIP tickets with reserved seating area
  • Recognition on Global Kinship Center’s website and social media
  • One (1) Full Journey Scholarships (Designate or Donate)

Empowerment Sponsor

$5,000

ONLY 3 LEFT!

  • Quarter-page ad in event program
  • Four (4) VIP event tickets with reserved seating area
  • Logo featured on event signage
  • Recognition on Global Kinship Center’s website and social media
  • Two (2) Part 1 & Part 2 Training Scholarships (Designate or Donate)

Community Champion

$2,500

  • Name or logo listed in program and signage
  • Two (2) VIP event tickets
  • Recognition on Global Kinship Center’s social media and listing on website
  • One (1) Part 1 & Part 2 Training Scholarships (Designate or Donate)

Entertainment Sponsor

$5,000

  • Your brand will be linked with the magic of the night and dance floor energy.
  • Recognition on stage as Entertainment Sponsor throughout the evening Quarter-page ad in event program
  • Logo placement in the Gala program and on event signage
  • Four (4) VIP tickets
  • Social media spotlight

Bar Sponsor

$3,000

  • Guests will see your logo at the bar throughout the evening, and you will be recognized during announcements as the official Bar Sponsor of the Masquerade Ball.
  • Prominent signage at the bar
  • Logo placement and quarter page ad in the Gala program Two (2) VIP tickets
  • Social media spotlight

Décor Sponsor

$2,500

  • You set the stage for a night of transformation and connection. Logo placement on décor signage and in Gala program Recognition on social mediaQ
  • Two (2) VIP tickets

A portion of the proceeds will support a Scholarship Endowment Fund for our Transformation Leadership Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees.

Event Coordinator: Kara Solomon

Sponsorship Packet: Download PDF