MMS 2022 Annual Spring Gala

Join us for an evening of fun, friendship and fundraising for education 

that creates the future for our students and our world! 

  "The child is both the hope and the promise for mankind." Maria Montessori 

Mountaineer Montessori began its 45th year of excellence and innovation in education this fall.

While many things have changed over the years--including program expansions and a new campus--our mission remains the same: creating a better tomorrow through service to the child today.

Founded in 1976, Mountaineer Montessori is West Virginia's original and largest Montessori school, offering a premier, child-centered educational experience to 180 students ages Toddler-Middle School right here in the heart of Appalachia.

"Creating the Future, One Child at a Time," the 2022 MMS Annual Spring Gala, provides essential funding that enables us to lead, adapt and meet the growing demand for superior academic options in our community and inspire the next generation of innovative thinkers, problem solvers, community builders and visionary leaders.

We invite you to join us on Friday, May 13, 7:00-9:00 p.m., at Edgewood Country Club for an uplifting celebration of our special school community.

The evening will feature entertainment by Vinyl Village, Minor Swing and Sonji Byers-Baldwin; passed hors d'oeuvres, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages; and auctions of student art works and other exclusive prizes, hosted by Jim Strawn, master of ceremonies. 

At MMS, potential is empowered and the future is inspired. With your support, we can continue to elevate education and community by nurturing what the world needs now.

SPONSORSHIP INVITATION

MMS is pleased to offer a wide range of exclusive education investment opportunities to sponsors. Your partnership in this high-profile, unique event will showcase your commitment to West Virginia's children to thousands throughout our region  and provide critical support to MMS.

Sponsorship/Donation Documents (donations may also be made online)

MMS 2022 Spring Gala Sponsor Menu

MMS 2022 Spring Gala Sponsor RSVP Form

MMS 2022 Spring Gala Auction Letter

MMS In-Kind Donation Receipt

Leadership Sponsor: $5,000

• Above the title recognition as the event presenter
• Two premier tables (16 VIP tickets)
• Top billing in major sponsor recognition rotation on event platform 
• Logo on invitation mailing (commitment deadline: March 31)
• Continuing recognition from the podium by event announcer
• Above the title logo inclusion in all event communication and marketing materials (deadlines apply)
• Sponsor logo and link to company site on MMS website for one year
• Sponsor profile/photo/video salute on MMS Facebook (3,000 combined followers), Instagram (5,800 followers) and Twitter (1,500 followers) feeds.
• Feature in MMS newsletter
• Prominent mention in news releases and a sustained social media campaign
• Opportunity to provide branded favor for guest gift bags
• Other mutually beneficial amenities to be discussed     

Innovation: $2,500

• One premier table  (8 VIP tickets)
• Prominent billing in major sponsor recognition rotation on event platform (mmsgala.givesmart.com)
• Logo recognition on invitation mailing (deadline: March 31 )
• Recognition from the podium by event announcers
• Logo inclusion in event communication and marketing materials (deadlines apply)
• Sponsor logo and link to company site on MMS website for one year
• Sponsor profile/photo/video salute on MMS Facebook (3,000 combined followers), Instagram (5,800 followers) and Twitter (1,500 followers) feeds.
• Recognition in MMS newsletter
• Prominent mention in news releases and a sustained social media campaign
• Opportunity to provide branded favor for guest gift bags
• Other mutually beneficial amenities to be discussed

Creativity: $1,000

• Four VIP tickets
• Inclusion in major sponsor recognition rotation on event platform (mmsgala.givesmart.com)
• Recognition from the podium by event announcers
• Listing in all event communication and marketing materials (deadlines apply)
• Listing on MMS website for one year
• Inclusion in sponsor salute on MMS Facebook (2,400 combined followers), Instagram (5,780 followers) and Twitter (1,500 followers) feeds.
• Recognition in MMS newsletter
• Recognition in news releases and a sustained social media campaign

 Invitation recognition deadline: March 31, 2022 / Event brochure deadline: May 6, 2022

Kindness: $500

• Four VIP tickets
• Recognition on invitations (commitment deadline: March 31)
• Recognition from the podium by event announcers
• Listing in event communication and marketing materials (deadlines apply)
• Listing on MMS website for one year
• Inclusion in sponsor salute on MMS Facebook (3,000 combined followers), Instagram (5,800 followers) and Twitter (1,500

followers) feeds. 

• Recognition in MMS newsletter
• Recognition in news releases and a sustained social media campaign

Community Sponsor: $250

• Two VIP tickets
• Recognition on invitations (commitment deadline: March 31)
• Recognition from the podium by event announcers
• Listing in all event communication and marketing materials (deadlines apply)
• Listing on MMS website for one year
• Inclusion in sponsor salute on MMS Facebook (3,000 combined followers), Instagram (5,800 followers) and Twitter (1,500 followers) feed
• Recognition in MMS newsletter
• Recognition in news releases and a sustained social media campaign

 Invitation recognition deadline: March 31, 2022 / Event brochure deadline: May 6, 2022