Annual Sponsorship Opportunities 2026
Your Impact
Our Sponsors change learning in Ball-Chatham Schools!!
In the 2024-2025 school year, BCEF accomplished the following:
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Donated $35,000 to the district for STEM programming, books, LED touch panels, robotics, and 3D printers.
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Financed fifty (50) What I Need Grants to teacher and staff for materials over and above what is provided through traditional district resources.
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Funded two field trips for 8th grade English students and High School honors level German students
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Funded a Leader in Me program for Glenwood Intermediate students.
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Provided a Certified Mindfulness Instructor to aid our counselors in facilitating small group instruciton on mindful listening, test taking, social emotional support, and body awareness
Inspired by the actions of the GHS Student Council following the tragedy April 2025, BCEF is starting a $2500 Scholarship to a GHS senior who has made an Impact in the Community. We are excited to announce this year's winner at our Iron Chef Gala.
We fund ALL projects through Annual Sponsorship and two signature events: Iron Chef Gala on May 8th, 2026 and Masterpieces and Melodies on November 5th, 2026.
Our needs are only growing as the work continues, and we invite you to support our mission!!!
"The Ball-Chatham School District values the continuous support of the Ball-Chatham Education Foundation. The strong partnership between the District and the Foundation provides our students with meaningful ways to thrive by supporting our students' exposure to emerging technologies that will be at the forefront of the jobs of tomorrow. BCEF support helps us broaden our students' access to and exposure to the computer science standards necessary for our students to meet the ever-changing technological landscape found in all areas of post-high school opportunities. BCEF's support for the coming year will help add technology opportunities to our fine art and computer science programming to meet the requirements of Public Act 101-0654." Dr. Becca Lamon, Superintendent.
Sponsorship Opportunities
$7,500 Title Sponsor
“...Allows student the opportunity to develop job readiness skills and independence,” Lisa Bostrom, GMS
Benefits Include:
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Premier recognition as Presenting Sponsor on ALL event materials, media and promotions
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Premier recognition on BCEF website, social media and post-event communications
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Premier recognition during event programming
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Full-page ad in event program at Iron Chef
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Two VIP tables (20 seats) with premier placement and butler service at Iron Chef
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Private VIP Preview Cocktail Hour at Iron Chef
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(12) VIP tickets to Masterpieces & Melodies
$5,000 Presenting Sponsor
“...Allows students to work with peers and interact with teachers they may not otherwise encounter,” TaraJoiner, GHS
Benefits Include:
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Prominent recognition on event materials, media and promotions
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Prominent recognition on BCEF website, social media and post-event communications
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Prominent recognition during event programming
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Half-page ad in event program at Iron Chef
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Two VIP tables (20 seats) with prominent placement at Iron Chef
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Private VIP Preview Cocktail Hour at Iron Chef
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(10) VIP tickets to Masterpieces & Melodies
$3,000 Patron Sponsor
"...Supports curriculum by strengthening literacy and language development,” Dawn Moulton, GES & CES
Benefits Include:
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Recognition on event materials
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Listing in event program at Iron Chef
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Recognition on BCEF website, social media and post-event communications
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One table (10 seats) at Iron Chef
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(8) Guest tickets to Masterpieces & Melodies
$1,500 BCEF Supporter
“...Create an inclusive classroom environment by reducing distractions for students who are need supportwith concentration,” Stephanie Wilkey, GIS
Benefits Include:
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Listing in event program at Iron Chef
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Recognition on BCEF website and post-event communications
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(6) Guest tickets to both Iron Chef and Masterpieces & Melodies
$500 Friend of BCEF
“...Allows students to stay organized and transition smoothly between subjects,” Olivia Thousand, BES
Benefits Include:
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This is your BCEF Season Pass!
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Listing on BCEF Website
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(2) Guest tickets to both Iron Chef and Masterpieces & Melodies