Diamond – $25,000
The Rhode Island College Foundation
Inaugural Gala for Dr. Jack R. Warner
Friday, November 15, 2024
Rhode Island College and the Presidential Inaugural Committee cordially invite you to attend the Inaugural Gala celebrating Dr. Jack R. Warner, eleventh President of Rhode Island College.
Support President Warner, Support RIC's Momentum
Celebrate the inauguration of RIC’s eleventh president, Dr. Jack R. Warner, at the Inaugural Gala on November 15, 2024. Gala guests will enjoy a special evening that includes signature cocktails, sit-down dinner, live entertainment, dancing, and much more.
Event Details
Join us on Friday, November 15 for this joyous celebration. Individual gala tickets are $150 and the attire is formal, with black tie optional. Please RSVP by October 21.
- 5:30 pm Cocktail Hour
- 6:45 pm Dinner
- Rhode Island College Recreation Center
The Hilton Providence is offering exclusive rates to guests attending inaugural events at RIC. Please reference “RIC Inauguration Block rates” if calling to reserve.
Gala accommodations for disabilities are available upon request, with 72 hours’ notice. Please call 401-456-8460 to make a request.
We invite individuals, corporations, foundations, organizations and others to help celebrate the inauguration of Dr. Jack R. Warner as Rhode Island College’s eleventh president by serving as sponsors for our inaugural events. A heartfelt thank you to our current sponsors!
Available Sponsorship Packages
Your contribution to the gala will receive the following benefits:
For more information about becoming a sponsor or the benefits associated with underwriting portions of our inaugural events, please contact us about sponsorship or call Development Officer Chloe Finn directly.
- Recognition on the Gala Brochure
- Small gift of Appreciation
- 2 tickets
- Recognition on Gala website, on social media, and at event
- 2 tickets
- Recognition on Gala website, on social media, and at event
- 5 tickets (half of a table)
- Recognition on event signage
- Recognition during event as a Silver Level Sponsor
- Recognition on Gala website, on social media, and at event
- 5 tickets (half of a table)
- 5 tickets to VIP Reception before event with opportunity to engage with keynote speaker
- Recognition on event signage
- Recognition during event as a Gold Level Sponsor
- Recognition on Gala website, on social media, and at event
- 10 tickets (1 full table) (preferred seating)
- 10 tickets to VIP Reception before event with opportunity to engage with keynote speaker
- Recognition on event signage
- Recognition during event as a Platinum Level Sponsor
- Recognition on Gala website, on social media, and at event
- 20 tickets (2 full tables) (preferred seating)
- 20 tickets to VIP Reception before event with opportunity to engage with keynote speaker
- Recognition on event signage
- Recognition during event as a Diamond Level Sponsor
- Name/logo on the invitation (depending on printing deadlines)
- Level includes admittance to all Inaugural Events
- Recognition on Gala website, on social media, and at event
- Opportunity to speak for up to 3 minutes at event
- Company’s marketing materials on each table
- 20 tickets (2 full tables) (preferred seating)
- 20 tickets to VIP Reception before event with opportunity to engage with keynote speaker
- Recognition on event signage
- Recognition during event as an Elite Level Sponsor
- Name/logo on the invitation (depending on printing deadlines)
- Luncheon and college tour for 2 guests with President Warner
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Your generosity means opportunity and hope for our students, our institution, and our state. Thank You!
Platinum – $10,000
Dimeo Construction • Rhode Island College Athletics • Rhode Island College Student Community Government
Gold – $5,000
Adler Pollock & Sheehan • John Nazarian • John J. Smith Jr.
Silver – $2,500
Amica • Valerie Endress • Government Strategies • Providence Performing Arts Center • Rhode Island Health and Educational Building Corporation
Bronze – $1,000
Centerville Bank • Roderick DaSilva • Clark Greene • Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP • Preston & Amelia Rogers • Saccoccio & Associates • Eric Shoen • Alan & Anne Sliney – AFL CIO • Donald Tencher • Alan Tenreiro • USI Insurance Services
Contact Us
Rhode Island College Foundation
The Rhode Island College Foundation is an independent organization dedicated to raising funds solely for the institution. It is the primary source of private support to the college.
- emailfoundation@ric.edu
- phone401-456-8460
- placeKauffman Center
College Events and Engagement
College Events and Engagement is a team of experienced event professionals available as a resource to on-campus and community event organizers.
- emailevents@ric.edu
- phone401-456-8900
- placeAlumni & Visitor Center
