We are committed to sustaining our programs.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit we are asking for your support to achieve these goals.
FOUNDER'S DAY GALA
One Night. Countless Stories. An Unforgettable Legacy.
Featuring Sirius Company
November 10th, 2026 | 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Dress to impress! Join us for a spectacular evening as we celebrate a milestone like no other - the 76th birthday of our visionary founder and 47 incredible years of
O Museum in the Mansion.
• Dance the night away to local go-go and soulful R&B sounds with DC's own, Sirius Company
• Savory bites and decadent desserts
• Silent and live auction of unique one of a kind items!
• Hidden Doors & Historic Treasures — Explore the most magical museum in DC
• Dancing, Discovery & Toasts to the Future
This is more than a party — it’s a celebration of a legacy built on creativity, courage, and impact. Every ticket helps sustain our arts and education programs, empowering individuals through the universal language of music, storytelling, and discovery.
Space is limited — reserve your spot today and be part of history in the making.
SPONSORSHIPS
Sponsors are among the museum's leading supporters, providing the necessary funds to share and preserve our programs.
Sponsor Level: Platinum
$15,000/year
Premium table + premier visibility for 6 months
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Premium table for 10, includes premium open bar and event hospitality*
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Premier logo placement on gala materials and event signage
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Recognition on the O Museum website and gala page
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Featured placement on Museum digital displays for 6 months
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Recognition across O Museum social media channels
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Premium logo placement in our monthly newsletter for 6 months
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Verbal recognition during the event
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Premium recognition on signage at the event
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Inclusion in sponsor recognition for all museum special events for 6 months
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Opportunity to include branded materials supplied by sponsor in event gift bags
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Invitations to select museum events and concerts
Sponsor Level: Diamond
$25,000/year
Two-Event Sponsorship: Founder's Day Gala + O Museum Rosa Parks Awards
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Premium table for 10 at the Founder's Day Gala
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Premium table for 10 at the O Museum Rosa Parks Awards
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Premium open bar and event hospitality* at both events
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Premier logo placement on materials and signage for both events
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Recognition as a Diamond Sponsor on the O Museum website and both event pages
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Featured placement on O Museum digital displays for 12 months
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Recognition across O Museum social media channels throughout the year
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Premium logo placement in the O Museum monthly newsletter for 12 months
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Verbal recognition during both events
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Premium sponsor recognition at both events
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Inclusion in sponsor recognition for O Museum special events throughout the year
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Opportunity to include branded materials in guest gift bags at both events
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Invitations to select O Museum events and concerts
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Recognition as an annual leadership supporter of O Museum
*Event Hospitality: Founder's Day Gala: Desserts / Rosa Parks Awards: Seated Dinner
Support both signature events and receive year-round recognition as a leading O Museum partner.
The highest-level sponsorship for one signature event, with six months of visibility.
$10,000/year
Preferred table + stronger visibility for 3 months
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Preferred table for 8, included premium open bar and event hospitality*
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Logo placement on gala materials and event signage
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Recognition on the O Museum website and gala page
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Placement on Museum digital displays for 3 months
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Recognition across O Museum social media channels
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Logo placement in our monthly newsletter for 3 months
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Recognition on signage at the event
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Inclusion in sponsor recognition for all museum special events events for 3 months
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Invitations to select museum events and concerts
A strong corporate sponsorship with preferred seating and three months of visibility.
Sponsor Level: Gold
Sponsor Level: Silver
$5,000/year
Hosted table + visibility for one month
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Table for 6
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Premium open bar and event hospitality*
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Logo placement on gala/event materials and event signage
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Recognition on the O Museum website and event page
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Placement on O Museum digital displays for 1 month
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Recognition across O Museum social media channels
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Logo placement in the O Museum monthly newsletter for 1 month
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Recognition on sponsor signage at the event
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Invitations to select O Museum events and concerts
Meaningful business sponsorship with a hosted table and public recognition
Sponsor Level: Supporting
$2,500/year
Hosted guests + recognition at the event
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Table for 6
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Premium open bar and event hospitality*
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Logo placement on gala/event materials and event signage
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Recognition on the O Museum website and event page
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Placement on O Museum digital displays for 1 month
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Recognition across O Museum social media channels
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Logo placement in the O Museum monthly newsletter for 1 month
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Recognition on sponsor signage at the event
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Invitations to select O Museum events and concerts
An accessible way to support O Museum and host guests at the event
OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
We are grateful to our sponsors, whose support helps us preserve history, celebrate creativity, and ensure O Museum continues to inspire and welcome generations to come.
$80,000+
$30,000+
Anonymous
Rebecca Bentzinger
DCAH
PIR Marketing
Susie Markland
Paul Cohn
James Towne
Alvin Stenzel
Nicolas Demidio
Sitar Arts Center
20/20 O Street Corporation
Kingdom of Kush
PNC Foundation
Girl Scouts Nation's Capital
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$10,000+
MGM National Harbor
Vital Services Contractors
The Economic Club of DC
Events DC
Morris Family Foundation
Ralph-Joerg Wezorke
Monument Sports & Entertainment
The Kerry S. Pearson LLC
J.P. Clark, Partner, Square, Patton, Boggs
A Scott Bolden esq., Reed Smith
Skoll Foundation
DC Commision on the Arts and Humanities
DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, & Entertainment
$5,000+
Mark Bryan
Reston Limousine
Carol Reubel
Heaven's Door
Anonymous
Karen Feld
OCTFME
Coca-Cola Consolidated
USA for Africa
Z Stein Law
Gregg Casten, ProFish
Arlene Gimovsky
Catherine Chapin
Kalle
James Towne
Nancy Aikin
$2,500+
Open Water
Michael Scher
Dave Copps
Heather Gerum
James Coplestone
Diane Darling
Papalonia Jewelers
Jim LeBlanc
Christopher Dupuis
Bicast