SPECIAL GUESTS
Meet this year's special guests and honorees
WHY WE GALA?
This year, our focus is investing in futures. Funds raised will provide $5,000 scholarships to Philadelphia-area seniors who demonstrate excellence, need, and promise. Our scholarships don’t stop at financial support — we maintain mentorship and community connection throughout each student’s college journey.
By attending or sponsoring this year’s gala, you're making an immediate and long-term impact.
THIS YEAR'S GALA
Together, we will:
–Announce our Legends & Legacy Award recipients
– Experience impactful speakers and leaders
– Engage in an exclusive live auction and giving moment
– Enjoy an evening of dancing and entertainment
– Delight in a gourmet culinary experience and open bar
Join us for a powerful evening of celebration, storytelling, and solidarity at the Urban League of Greater Philadelphia’s 2025 Empowerment Gala. This year’s theme, “Our Mission, Your Future,” highlights the transformative power of community investment in the next generation.
Every moment of the night supports our mission and directly fuels our Community Scholarship Program, which provides $5,000 scholarships to in-need and deserving high school seniors heading to college.
BECOME A SPONSOR
The Empowerment Gala is a signature celebration of progress — and we invite your company to stand alongside us as a champion of equity, education, and opportunity. This year’s theme, “Our Mission. Your Future.”, affirms our unwavering commitment to creating pathways for the next generation — and we cannot do it without visionary partners like you.
By becoming a sponsor, your organization receives high-visibility recognition while directly supporting the Urban League of Greater Philadelphia’s Community Scholarship Program. These scholarships provide $5,000 awards to exceptional, in-need students—empowering them to pursue higher education and thrive throughout their college journey.
$50,000 Sponsorship
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Premier recognition “Powered by (your company name)” 20 reserved premier VIP event tickets with Company executive listed as honorary event co-chair.
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Digital ad displayed on screens
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Professionally produced company commercial to play during cocktail hour (provided by sponsor)
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Company name in all publicity and press materials
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Company logo recognition on all event materials and digital displays
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Social media recognition on Urban League PHL platforms
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Speaking Opportunities
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Company logo recognition on website for 1 year (event specific placement) Company logo recognition in dedicated event email blasts “Powered by”
$30,000 Sponsorship
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10 premier event tickets at a reserved VIP table and 5 premier event tickets at a shared VIP table with Company exclusive listed as honorary event co-chair with Digital ad displayed on screens.
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Company name in all publicity and press materials
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Company logo recognition on all event materials and digital displays
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Social media recognition on Urban League PHL platforms
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Speaking Opportunities
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Company logo recognition on website for 1 year (event specific placement)
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Company logo recognition in a dedicated event email blast “Sponsored by”
$20,000 Sponsorship
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10 premier event tickets at a reserved VIP table
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Digital ad displayed on screens
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Company logo recognition on all event materials and digital displays
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Social media recognition on Urban League PHL platforms
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Company logo recognition on website for 1 year (event specific placement)
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Company logo recognition in a dedicated event email blast “Sponsored by”
$15,000 Sponsorship
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10 premier event tickets at a reserved table
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Digital ad displayed on screens
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Company logo recognition on all event materials and digital displays
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Social media recognition on Urban League PHL platforms
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Company logo recognition on website for 1 year (event specific placement)
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Company logo recognition in a dedicated event email blast “Sponsored by”
$10,000 Sponsorship
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10 premier event tickets at a reserved table
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Digital ad displayed on screens
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Company logo recognition on all event materials and digital displays
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Social media recognition on Urban League PHL platforms
$5,000 Sponsorship
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10 reserved premier event tickets* (VIP table not included)
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Digital ad displayed on screens
