Be Seen. Be Valued. Be Part of Something Bigger.
Becoming a sponsor of Cigars, Bourbon & Benefactors is an investment in sustained visibility, meaningful connection, and community impact.
Sponsors receive months of regional exposure through coordinated newspaper advertising, digital visibility, and event-night recognition — placing their brand in front of an engaged audience of business owners, professionals, and community leaders across the Lake Norman and Charlotte areas.
Beyond visibility, Cigars, Bourbon & Benefactors is built on conversation, shared experience, and trust. Guests remember who supported the event and associate participating brands with leadership, generosity, and credibility.
PRESENTING PARTNER
PRESENTING PARTNER
PRESENTING PARTNER
SOLD
“Presented by” attribution on the official event logo featured across all pre-event marketing, social media, the official event website, and on-screen looping throughout the evening. Includes premium on-site branding and marketing opportunities, the opportunity to address guests from the stage, and eight tickets with exclusive access to Oak & Ember.
PREMIER PARTNER
PRESENTING PARTNER
PRESENTING PARTNER
SOLD
Premier recognition across pre-event marketing, social media, the official event website, and on-screen looping during the event. Includes elevated on-site branding opportunities, the opportunity to address guests, and eight tickets with access to Oak & Ember, along with consideration for industry exclusivity.
CHAMPION SPONSOR
PRESENTING PARTNER
PROTECTOR SPONSOR
$5,000 - Nonexclusive
Prominent logo placement across event materials and on-site signage, ensuring high visibility throughout the evening. Includes four tickets with access to Oak & Ember and the opportunity to address the crowd, showcasing your leadership in supporting children in need. Multiple Champion Sponsorships are available.
PROTECTOR SPONSOR
BESPOKE PARTNERSHIP
PROTECTOR SPONSOR
$2,500 - Nonexclusive
Logo placement on event materials with secondary prominence and a verbal acknowledgment from the emcee during the event. Includes four standard event tickets (no Oak & Ember access), offering a meaningful way to support children while being part of the celebration. Multiple Protector Sponsorships are available.
GUARDIAN SPONSOR
BESPOKE PARTNERSHIP
BESPOKE PARTNERSHIP
$1,000 - Nonexclusive
Name recognition on the official event website and on looping digital signage during the event. Includes two standard event tickets (no Oak & Ember access), providing a simple and impactful way to support children in need. Multiple Guardian Sponsorships are available.
BESPOKE PARTNERSHIP
BESPOKE PARTNERSHIP
BESPOKE PARTNERSHIP
Custom Investment
A fully customized sponsorship designed in collaboration with your team. Together, we will create a tailored experience, activation, or recognition that aligns with your brand and maximizes impact for the event. Ticket allocation and investment level will be determined based on the scope of the opportunity.
House Bar Sponsor – The Horse Trailer Bar
Serve as the official House Bar Partner for our signature converted horse-trailer bar, pouring top-shelf spirits, featured bourbons, mixers, and soft drinks throughout the evening. Your name or logo will be prominently displayed on the trailer, featured on event-day digital signage, and listed on the official event website. Includes four tickets with Oak & Ember access and verbal acknowledgment from the emcee.
Music Sponsor
From relaxed conversations under the lights to lively moments shared among guests, music plays an essential role in creating the distinctive ambiance that defines Cigars, Bourbon & Benefactors. Your logo will be featured near the performance area, on event-day digital signage, and on the official event website. Includes four standard event tickets (no Oak & Ember access).
Oak & Ember Lounge Tent Sponsor
As the Oak & Ember Lounge Partner, your brand is associated with an elevated, refined enclave reserved for top patrons and partners. Your name or logo will appear on signage within the tent, on event-day digital displays, and on the official event website. Includes four tickets with access to Oak & Ember and verbal acknowledgment from the emcee.
Culinary Sponsors
As a Culinary Sponsor, you help elevate the evening through chef-attended stations and premium culinary offerings throughout the grounds. Your name or logo will be featured at sponsored stations, included on event-day digital signage, and listed on the official event website. Includes two standard event tickets (no Oak & Ember access). Sponsors interested in expanded visibility or upgraded Oak & Ember access are welcome to discuss additional sponsorship opportunities.
Beer & Wine Trailer Bar
Serve as the official Beer & Wine Trailer Bar Partner, providing a fully stocked mobile bar featuring curated selections throughout the evening. Your name or logo will be displayed on the trailer, featured on event-day digital signage, and listed on the official event website. Includes two standard event tickets (no Oak & Ember access).
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