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
Advanced Production & Design • Dimeo Construction Company • Mark & Pam Mancini • Newport Craft Brewing and Distilling Co. • Rhode Island College Athletics • Rhode Island College Student Government • WPRI Channel 12
Gold – $5,000
President John Nazarian • John J. Smith Jr. • Rhode Island Monthly
Silver – $2,500
Adler Pollock & Sheehan • Amica Insurance • Bank of America • BankRI • Community College of Rhode Island • Dr. Valerie Endress • Gilbane Construction Company • Government Strategies • Paul and Linda Harrington • Merrill Lynch • Providence Performing Arts Center • Rhode Island Health and Educational Building Corporation • Holly & Charlie Shadoian
Bronze – $1,000
American Federation of Teachers of Rhode Island College (AFT) • Antranig Avakian • Centerville Bank • Roderick DaSilva • Timothy DelGiudice • Fidelity Investments • Clark Greene • Paul Harrington • Dr. Dana and Kathy Mohler-Faria• Derek Niklas • Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP • Preston & Amelia Rogers • Saccoccio & Associates • Eric Shoen • George Nee & Anne Sliney – AFL CIO • Barbara Smith • Joyce Stevos • Donald Tencher • Alan Tenreiro • USI Insurance Services
Burgundy – $500
Bryan Baldwin • Arthur B. Campbell • CARE New England • Anne Ciresi • Dr. Carol Cummings • Dias Lapalme & Martin LLP • Dr. Justin DiLibero • Arthur Dulik • Eileen T. Farley • Kevin Fitta • Fogo De Chao • Pete Gaynor • Jenifer Giroux • Pierette Kelly • Natalie Major • Dr. Brenda Dann-Messier and Daniel Messier • Dr. Gary M. Penfield • Dr. Sara Phillips • Professional Staff Association of Rhode Island College • Dr. Marianne Raimondo • Mathies Santos • Dr. Gabriela Torres
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
