2026
SPONSORSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
www.havenhousenc.org/sponsor
Our youth are battling serious challenges—
homelessness, mental health crises, and problems at
home or school—but they are also incredibly
resilient. By becoming a 2026 Haven House
Sponsor, you directly support the essential programs
and services that help our young people meet their
basic needs, build skills, and access the resources
they need to succeed. Together, we can help all
youth reach their full potential. Join us in making an
impact and changing futures.
CEO, HAVEN HOUSE SERVICES
School and community-based programs
to help youth avoid court involvement
DIVERSION
MENTAL HEALTH
Individual and family
counseling
YOUTH HOMELESSNESS
Shelter, housing, and basic needs
assistance for youth ages 10-24
OUR AREAS OF FOCUS
To help youth be safe, supported, and successful.
Founded in 1973, Haven House helped more than 2,000 local youth ages 7-24 last year overcome
challenges and find a path to success. This is a 68% increase in the number served in just the past
few years. Many of the youth we serve are experiencing homelessness and/or a crisis at home or
school. Some have a history of trauma, abuse, or neglect. Others have made mistakes and are
involved or are at high risk for involvement in the juvenile justice system.
22-year-old Mariah* recently moved from
homelessness into her first apartment. Even once she
was living in her new housing, there were a lot of
barriers to overcome — school paperwork, missing
documents, and transportation issues — and she felt
stuck. Step by step, Haven House staff helped her
work through each challenge. Within two weeks,
Mariah had turned in all her forms to obtain her
high school diploma. Now she’s fully enrolled and
attending GED classes. Our staff also coached her
through replacing her missing Medicaid card, and
made sure Mariah’s five-year-old got the health
check-up she needed to go to school. As Mariah’s
caseworker said, “It’s amazing what can happen
when a youth finally gets the support they need.”
*Name and image changed to protect youth’s privacy
WHO WE ARE
OUR IMPACT
OUR MISSION
MEET MARIAH
Haven House Services | 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
2026 SPONSORSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
BATTLE OF THE BAGS
Raleigh’s largest annual charity cornhole tournament
Last year, 70 teams played and nearly 200 people
attended the family-friendly event. (page 6)
Sunday afternoon, May 31st, 2026
MISSION SUPPORT
Help fund Haven House’s Essentials Pantry, Resource
Closet, or dental, health, & vision clinics (page 7)
ENGAGE IN OUR MISSION YEAR-ROUND
Your sponsorship makes an immediate difference: it helps provide critical resources, such as
counseling, shelter support, and outreach, to the youth and families served by Haven House.
Your brand will be featured across event materials, reaching hundreds of local attendees
and generous donors, while aligning with a mission that genuinely changes lives.
AN EVENING TO IGNITE
Hosted by The Merrimon-Wynne House
& La Fete Planning & Design
Gala & VIP dinner benefitting Haven House’s three
Crisis and Homelessness programs (pages 4-5)
Friday evening, March 20th, 2026
sponsorship opportunities
AN EVENING TO IGNITE
EXCLUSIVE TITLE
EVENT SPONSOR
4 VIP Chef’s Dinner Tickets: VIP tickets include
Chef's Dinner, full open bar with signature
cocktails, live musical performance, as well as
access to The Main Event and the after-party
6 General Admission Tickets to An Evening to
Ignite 2026, as well as access to the after-party
Large logo banner at the main event Logo
featured throughout the event in multiple
placements
Main event title sponsor recognition in all
marketing and promotions
an event experience for 10 guests
$30,000
one available
LEVEL TWO
SPONSOR
6 General Admission Tickets to An Evening
to Ignite 2026, as well as access to the
after-party
2 VIP Chef’s Dinner Tickets: VIP tickets
include Chef's Dinner, full open bar with
signature cocktails, live musical
performance, as well as access to the main
event and the after-party
24"x36" sign at main event featuring your
company logo
Logo and company information on event
website and social media stories
an event experience for 8 guests
$10,000
two available
Hosted by The Merrimon-Wynne House and produced with La Fete Planning & Design, An Evening to
Ignite isn’t your typical gala—it’s creativity with purpose.
Each year, a local nonprofit is selected as the beneficiary, with 100% of proceeds supporting their
mission. Guests enjoy immersive themes, casino games, live entertainment, and unforgettable food and
drink—all set against the charm of The Merrimon-Wynne House.
In 2026, Haven House Services will be the beneficiary, with a goal of raising $250,000+ to support
our three Crisis and Homelessness programs: Wrenn House (youth shelter), Street Outreach, and
Transition in Place (apartment program).
Learn more about this exciting event at: https://www.merrimonwynne.com/an-evening-to-ignite
MARCH 20,2026
Haven House Services | 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
LEVEL THREE SPONSOR
4 VIP Chef’s Dinner Tickets: VIP tickets include Chef's
Dinner, full open bar with signature cocktails, live musical
performance, as well as access to the main event and the
after-party
Large logo banner at the VIP Chef Dinner
Logo and company information on event website and
social media stories
an event experience for 4 guests
$7,500
two available
LEVEL FOUR SPONSOR
4 General Admission Tickets to An Evening to Ignite 2026
(ability to purchase after-party access)
8"x10" sign at main event featuring your company logo
Logo and company information on event website and
social media stories
an event experience for 4 guests
$5,000
six available
LEVEL FIVE SPONSOR
2 General Admission Tickets to An Evening to Ignite 2026
(ability to purchase after-party access)
5"x7" sign at main event featuring your company logo
Logo and company information on event website and
social media stories
an event experience for 2 guests
$2,500
unlimited available
sponsor benefits
Haven House Services | 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
Listed as Presenting Sponsor of event
Exclusive sponsorship of registration tent, kids’ activity area, or
event silent auction
Logo on event invitation, bracket & signage
Option for company logo on sleeve of event t-shirt
Recognition in e-newsletter spotlight, website, and social media
Entry for up to 6 teams (12 players)
Listed as Tournament Sponsor at event
Logo exclusively displayed on signage where finals are played
Logo on bracket & signage
Top positioning of logo on event t-shirt
Recognition in e-newsletter spotlight, website, and social media
Entry for up to 5 teams (10 players)
$5,000
BRACKET
SPONSOR
Listed as Bracket Sponsor at event
Logo exclusively displayed on signage for
one court
Logo on event t-shirt, bracket, & signage
Recognition in e-newsletter spotlight,
website, and social media
Entry for up to 4 teams (8 players)
$2,500
COURT
SPONSOR
Listed as Court Sponsor at event
Logo displayed on shared court signage
Logo on event t-shirt
Recognized in e-newsletter, website, and
social media
Entry for up to 3 teams (6 players)
$1,000
BOARD
SPONSOR
Listed as Board Sponsor at event
Logo displayed on event signage
Logo on event t-shirt
Recognized in e-newsletter, website, and
social media
Entry for up to 2 teams (4 players)
*Sponsors may decline cornhole team slots if they do not
want to receive any goods/services for their contribution
Be a part of Raleigh’s biggest charity cornhole tournament
on the afternoon of Sunday, May 31 , 2026 at Haven
House’s headquarters at 1008 Bullard Court in Raleigh.
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Last year, 70 teams played and more than 200 people
attended the event. The event includes a DJ, silent auction,
kids’ activity tent, a food truck, a beer truck, and more.
The tournament starts as pool play with the top teams from
each group advancing to a single elimination bracket.
BATTLE OF THE BAGS
MAY 31, 2026
$25,000
PRESENTING SPONSOR
$10,000
TOURNAMENT SPONSOR
sponsor benefits
More than 90% of youth served by Haven House live in poverty or low-income households.
The Mission Support resources we provide—food and household essentials, clothing and
personal care, and access to health, vision, and dental care—meet critical needs that help
youth and families focus on stability and growth. Your sponsorship sustains these vital supports,
ensuring that every young person we serve has the basic resources they need to thrive.
MISSION SUPPORT SPONSORSHIP
$10,000
MISSION CHAMPION
Year-long sponsorship of any of the
opportunities listed below
Signage on the pantry or resource closet
or logo in promotion for clinics
Invitation and Recognition at a Quarterly
Impact Lunch
Recognition in e-newsletter, website, and
social media
Customized group volunteer outing
Last year the Essentials Pantry allowed Haven House staff to
distribute nearly 1,900 bags of essential items such as food,
personal care products, and household goods to youth in our
programs and their families.
ESSENTIALS PANTRY
Many youth arriving at Wrenn House come with very few, if
any, possessions. The Wrenn House Resource closet allows
youth to select clothing, shoes, and personal care items for use
during their stay and beyond.
WRENN HOUSE RESOURCE CLOSET
In conjunction with community partners, Haven House offers
several free clinics each year. Dental clinics provide exams and
basic repair work. Vision clinics allow youth and siblings to have
an eye exam and, if needed, a free pair of eyeglasses. Health
clinics give youth and families an opportunity to get a physical
and basic immunizations, regardless of insurance status.
HEALTH, DENTAL & VISION CLINICS
MISSION SUPPORT RESOURCES
SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS:
$5,000
MISSION
PARTNER
6-month sponsorship of any of the
available opportunities listed below
Signage on the pantry or resource closet
or logo in promotion for clinics
Recognition in e-newsletter, website, and
social media
$1,000
MISSION
ADVOCATE
1-month sponsorship of the pantry or
resource closet
Signage on the pantry or resource closet
Recognition on website and social media
Another story?
Board Members
Pete Alberse
Michael Bollini
Abha Bowers
Barry Cooper
Russell Carter
Kim Freeman
Lennie Friedman
Hugh Harris
Caroline Ives
Kim Keith
Carman Liuzzo
Nina Long
Lanier McRee
Jill Walters
havenhouseservices
Haven House Services
havenhousenc
919.833.3312
1008 Bullard Court
Raleigh, NC 27615
To see how you can support Haven House, visit
havenhousenc.org or call 919.833.3312
Tax ID: 56-1073632 NC Charitable Solicitation License:SL000906
Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State
Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-814-5400. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU HELP MAKE
OUR PROGRAMS HELP YOUNG PEOPLE FIND A PATH TO SUCCESS
82%
of youth had an increase in
the safety, stability and
supportiveness of their
home/living environment
85%
of youth improved
their school
performance
97%
of youth increased
their independent
living success/skills
97%
of youth were prevented
from or decreased
their involvement in
the court system
- Data from FY25
Name:
Company:
Signature:
Date:
Check is enclosed in the amount of: $
(Please make checks payable to Haven House Services)
You may expect payment on: (date)
TOTAL SPONSORSHIP PLEDGE FOR 2026:
AN EVENING TO IGNITE
EXCLUSIVE
TITLE EVENT
SPONSOR
$30,000
LEVEL
THREE
SPONSOR
$7,500
LEVEL
TWO
SPONSOR
$10,000
LEVEL
FOUR
SPONSOR
$5,000
LEVEL
FIVE
SPONSOR
$2,500
MISSION
CHAMPION
$10,000
MISSION SUPPORT
Essentials Pantry
Wrenn House Resource Closet
Health, Dental & Vision Clinics
MISSION
PARTNER
$5,000
MISSION
ADVOCATE
$1,000
BATTLE OF THE BAGS
PRESENTING
SPONSOR
COURT
SPONSOR
TOURNAMENT
SPONSOR
BOARD
SPONSOR
BRACKET
SPONSOR
$25,000
$2,500
$10,000
$1,000
$5,000
Please invoice me on: (date)
Email:
Phone:
Print Name:
I have submitted payment
online for my sponsorship
PAYMENT DETAILS
CONTACT INFORMATION
I, the undersigned, am an authorized representative of
the above-named company and give Haven House
Services permission to use the company name I print
and promotional materials as appropriate, based on
the amount of the donation and agreement of benefits.
Questions: Contact Shannon Walters,
Chief Development Officer, at
swalters@havenhousenc.org
I/WE WOULD LIKE TO SPONSOR THE FOLLOWING:
(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)