2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
Website
www.goodwillches.org
2026
Sponsorship
Opportunities
Changing lives
through the power
of work.
Contact:
Jonathan Balog
410-598-7617
Goodwill Industries of
the Chesapeake, Inc.
3700 Koppers Street
Baltimore, MD, 21227
Today, Goodwill’s primary objective is to help
individuals with barriers to employment become
self-sufficient through adult education, training
and employment services. Goodwill Industries of
the Chesapeake, Inc. operates 30 retail stores
and multiple workforce development programs
in Central Maryland and the Eastern Shore.
Goodwill is constantly collaborating with
community partners to further its impact in the
community. These programs complement
Goodwill’s existing efforts including Pharmacy
Technician, Property Maintenance Pre-
Apprenticeships and CNA-GNA training.
About Us
In 1919, Reverend John S. German and a group of prominent civic leaders first
incorporated the Baltimore Goodwill Industries and opened the first factory in the
Fellowship Hall of Broadway Methodist Episcopal Church.
Proceeds from these collections would pay the workers and thereby make the
operation self-sustainable. Burlap bags and the jobs they created would come to
symbolize the origins of the new organization, the slogan of which was “Not a
charity, but a chance.”
Our Vision
Through Goodwill’s leadership, program
innovation and determination, we work to
transform our community into one in which
all individuals have the opportunity to work!
Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, Inc.
prepares people to secure and retain
employment and build successful
independent lives.
Our Mission
The Goodwill Excel
Center & Workforce
Development Program
Graduation
Invest in Impact. Celebrate Success. Elevate Futures.
Join Goodwill and The Excel Center in honoring our third graduating class on
June 26 , 2026. This monumental occasion will celebrate the achievements of
over 40 adult high school graduates, alongside 30 Goodwill Program
Certification Graduates, as they step forward into new career and
educational opportunities.
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Last year, over 400 guests—including business leaders, elected officials and
major media outlets—came together to witness the transformative power of
education and workforce training. With your support, we can make this year’s
event even more impactful, ensuring that graduates are celebrated and
empowered to shape their futures.
Title Sponsor
$15,000 - Only One Available!
Own the moment. Lead the celebration. Leave a legacy.
The Title Sponsor receives premier recognition and positioning as the exclusive
presenting partner of the event, ensuring maximum visibility across all promotional
and on-site materials.
“Presented by” designation in all event promotions
Exclusive speaking or participation opportunity and verbal recognition by the CEO
Top-tier logo placement on:
Event program (400+ guests)
Digital invitations (emails and webpage)
Signage
Graduate Save-the-Dates and Tickets (exclusive!)
High-impact branding at the venue with prominent signage
Featured in press releases
Dedicated, exclusive pre- & post-event social media spotlights (Facebook,
Instagram and LinkedIn)
Direct promotion to 160,000 Club Goodwill members via email
Top-tier acknowledgment in post-event thank-you posts
Extended post-event exposure via emails, social media tags, blog posts,
recap video and more
The Title Sponsor receives premier recognition and positioning as the exclusive
presenting partner of the event, ensuring maximum visibility across all promotional
and on-site materials.
Premier Sponsor
Recognition as the Premier Sponsor in all promotional materials
Second-tier logo placement on:
Event program (400+ guests)
Digital invitations (emails and webpage)
Signage
Featured in press materials and Club Goodwill email promotions (160,000 members)
Dedicated pre-event social media spotlight (Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn)
Second-tier acknowledgment in post-event thank-you posts
Continued post-event exposure via emails, social media tags, blog posts and more
$10,000 - Two Available!
Own the moment. Lead the celebration. Leave a legacy.
As a Premier Sponsor, your brand plays a leading role in honoring graduates and
advancing Goodwill’s mission. This tier offers elevated visibility and recognition across
event platforms, showcasing your commitment to workforce development and
community transformation.
Supporting Sponsor
$5,000 - Five Available!
Make a statement. Show your commitment. Inspire change.
Recognition in all promotional materials as a Supporting Sponsor
Logo placement on:
Event program (400+ guests)
Digital invitations (emails and webpage)
Signage
Featured in press materials, website and Club Goodwill promotions (160,000
members)
Social media exposure (group thank-you to 65,000+ followers)
Inclusion in post-event thank-you posts
Continued post-event exposure via emails, social media tags, blog posts and more
Support Goodwill’s mission by aligning your brand with a life-changing event. As a
Supporting Sponsor, you receive valuable exposure while uplifting the next generation
of skilled professionals.
This high-profile event, covered by Baltimore’s
major television stations and attended by local
leaders and politicians, is more than a meal—it’s a
moment of dignity, connection and opportunity.
Beyond the dinner, the Resource Fair provides
guests with job training guidance and access to
community organizations offering adult education,
employment and social services support.
69th Annual
Thanksgiving Dinner
& Resource Fair
For 69 years, Goodwill has brought Baltimore together for a Thanksgiving
celebration that changes lives. On Wednesday, November 25, 2026, we will gather at
the Baltimore Convention Center (Halls A & B) to serve a warm, traditional turkey
dinner to over 2,000 disadvantaged residents—many of whom might not otherwise
experience the holiday in this way.
Nourishing Hope. Empowering Change.
Strengthening Community.
“Presented by” designation in all event promotions
Direct recognition during opening remarks and throughout the event
Top-tier logo placement on:
All marketing materials and event signage
Event T-shirts
Event webpage and Eventbrite
Email campaigns (60,000+ subscribers)
Exclusive branded signage at the ticket check point
Co-branded signage at the volunteer check-in table
Featured in press releases and social media spotlights (pre & post) to 65,000+
followers
Direct promotion to 80,000 Club Goodwill members
Prominent inclusion in post-event materials, including:
Social media posts
Recap video
Blog content
Email communications
Title Sponsor
$25,000 - Only One Available!
Be the driving force behind Baltimore’s most impactful
holiday event.
As the Title Sponsor, your brand will receive premier visibility and recognition, aligning
your company with compassion, community leadership and real change.
Premier Sponsor
$15,000 - Only One Available!
Elevate your brand as a key supporter of one of
Baltimore’s most cherished holiday events.
Recognition in all promotional materials as a Premier Sponsor
Second-tier logo placement on:
All marketing materials and event signage
Event T-shirts
Event webpage and Eventbrite
Email campaigns (60,000+ subscribers)
Verbal recognition during opening remarks
Co-Branded signage at the volunteer check-in table
Featured in press releases and a post-event social media spotlight post (Facebook
& Instagram)
Direct promotion to 80,000 Club Goodwill members
Continued post-event exposure via emails, social media tags, blog posts and more
As a Premier Sponsor, your company will enjoy significant visibility and recognition,
showcasing your dedication to community impact, leadership and meaningful
change.
Supporting Sponsors
Recognition in all promotional materials as a Supporting Sponsor
Third-tier logo placement on:
All Event signage and t-shirts
Event webpage, Eventbrite, and email campaigns (60,000+ subscribers)
Promotion to 80,000 Club Goodwill members
Social media exposure to 65,000+ followers (group thank-you)
Continued post-event visibility via emails, social media tags, blog posts and
more
$5,000 - Five Available!
Show your commitment to Baltimore’s families and
workforce future.
Supporting Sponsors receive valuable exposure while directly contributing to an event
that fosters community strength and economic opportunity.
Support A Meal-
Give the Gift of
Thanksgiving
Pick Your Price!
Every dollar makes a difference. Every meal brings hope.
Your contribution ensures that Baltimore’s most vulnerable residents can experience
the warmth and joy of Thanksgiving.
$100 – Feeds 5 individuals
$500 – Feeds 25 individuals
$1,000 – Feeds 50 individuals
$1,500 – Feeds 75 individuals
$2,000 – Feeds 100 individuals
$2,500 – Feeds 125 individuals
Your sponsorship fuels transformation.
By supporting this event, you’re not just providing a meal—you’re helping individuals
access training, employment and the tools they need to build a brighter future.
Let’s make an impact, together.
Please contact Jonathan Balog at
jbalog@goodwillches.org or 410-598-7617 if you are
interested in supporting Goodwill Industries of the
Chesapeake, Inc.
Thank you
for your
consideration!
Together,
let's break
barriers &
build brighter
futures.
