Surpassing $1 Million raised
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An Evening Where Charity and Camaraderie Blend Seamlessly
"The event, which has grown exponentially, is more than a fundraiser; it’s a social gathering that blends the upscale with the relaxed and rustic. Attendees enjoy cigars, live music, gourmet food and tastings of bourbon and other spirits while mingling on the grounds of Mission Farm in Iron Station. People gather around fire pits and cocktail tables to enjoy the amenities and each other’s company. In addition to the ticket sales and sponsorships, funds are raised through a silent auction, raffle and live auction." - Lindsay Krone, Lake Norman Citizen
Safeguarding the innocent
In Lincoln County, over 2,000 children face abuse or neglect annually. The Lincoln County Coalition Against Child Abuse & Child Advocacy Center (CAC) steps in to handle the most severe cases, typically those involving sexual abuse. The CAC provides critical services — such as forensic interviews, child-friendly medical exams, trauma-focused therapy, and victim advocacy — at no cost to the children or their families. These services are delivered in a safe, supportive environment, ensuring each child receives the care they need.
Say goodbye to fancy dinners where the main course is staring at strangers and seeing who can fake boredom best.
Be Seen. Be Celebrated. Be Part of Something Bigger.
Unlock unmatched visibility, credibility, and year-round exposure.
Becoming a sponsor of "Cigars, Bourbon & Benefactors" isn’t just a one-night branding opportunity—it’s a strategic investment in long-term visibility and community impact. Our event has earned national recognition for its success, its atmosphere, and its mission, drawing influential business leaders and decision-makers from across the region.
As a sponsor, your name is woven into the story from the moment you join us. That means 14 months of consistent, high-value exposure through monthly Lake Norman Publications advertising, event-night visibility, and a post-event “thank you” feature—all reaching more than 80,000 readers across Iredell, Lincoln, Davidson, Catawba, and Mecklenburg Counties. Those readers are guided directly to our website, where thousands of visitors learn about our event and discover the sponsors who make it possible. Altogether, that adds up to well over 1.3 million impressions for the event and significant traffic to the sponsor listings.
And the reach doesn’t stop there. Word-of-mouth around this event travels fast. Attendees talk, post, share, and celebrate the businesses that stand behind the cause. Partners routinely tell us that the relationships they build and the goodwill they gain are every bit as valuable as the advertising itself.
If your goal is to reach an engaged audience, elevate your brand, and align with a mission that truly matters, "Cigars, Bourbon & Benefactors" is where your message will resonate and where your support will be remembered.
Mission Farm
Mission Farm is a beautiful venue with a casual, rustic feel and just the right amount of charm. The 90-acre property with breathtaking views is conveniently located just outside of Charlotte, in the small town of Iron Station, North Carolina. This venue provides ample parking, a large covered pavilion, open-air patios, lawn space, a silo bar, outdoor woodburning fireplace, and fully enclosed barn, in the event of inclement weather. Of course, the converted horse trailer bar and exotic cars will remain centerpieces of the event.
Mission Farm is located at 2702 Devine Rd., Iron Station, NC 28080.