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  • The Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™

  • "The Official People's Ball" Sponsorship Opportunities

    Celebrating Jamaica's 64th Independence

  • The JAMAICA INDEPENDENCE FOUNDATION, INC.™, (JIFI~NYC)  is a 501(c)(3) accredited not-for-profit /NGO entity. 

    On August 6, 2026, Jamaica will produly celebrate its' 64th Independnece. On Saturday, August 8, 2026, the Jamaica Indpendence Foundation, Inc.™, will host its' 5th annual celebration of the "The Official People's Ball" to commemorate this occasion. This celebration and awards gala is our primary fundraising event to support our charity fund for (a) underserved communitites, (b) women and families in crisis, and (c) amateur youth atheles from Jamaica playing sports in the U.S.A.

    We invite you to join us, and partner with us for this amazing Grand Black-Tie Gala.

    Event Particulars:

    Event: The Official People’s Ball – Celebrating Jamaica's 64th Independence
    Date: Saturday, 8 August 2026
     "Terrace On The Park", Corona (Queens), New York 11368     (near LaGuardia Airport)
    7:00 pm – 7:45 pm     Reception and Fashion Show
    7:00 pm – 10:00 pm     Silent and Live Auction
    8:00 pm – 12:00 am Awards, Dinner, and Danicing

    COMMITMENT FOR YOUR SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE AND TABLE PURCHASE IS APPRECIATED BY:  Monday, March 2, 2026.

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    • Presenting Sponsor Benefits $15,000 (90% Cash/10% In-Kind) 

    • Benefits of sponsoring Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc™, at the Presenting level include the following:

      • Named as Presenting Sponsor in all marketing.
      • One (1) Full page Centerfold, Inside/Outside Back Cover or One (1) Page Outside Front Cover Ad in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal.
      • Fifteen (15) VIP Ball tickets - at Priority Tables, for your guests, complimentary Open Bar, and Five (5) Course meal.
      • The VVIP Reception Hosted By Your Company.
      • 3 minutes on-stage to present Sponsor's products and/or services.
      • Name displayed 1st place on opening ceremony stage.
      • Scrolling marquee company logo/name on screen during event.
      • Live stream on JIFI~NYC social media platforms on night of engagement to a wider audience.
      • 45-second Digital Ad created to be played on the night of the event.
      • Your company will receive a special award certificate during JIFI~NYC VVIP Reception.
      • Display/Exhibit space at event, organziaer to select space.
      • Placement of 3 company banners at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner.)
      • One award category will be named in Sponsor’s honor (selected by organizer).
      • Opportunity to sample, test and introduce company products to guests (no sales conducted at the event).
      • Logo prominently displayed on JIFI~NYC Website for 6 Months following the event.
      • Your company Logo printed on our tickets.
      • Complimentary Parking for all guests, plus more.
    • Irie Reggae Benefits - Platinum Sponsor - $10,000 (90% Cash/10% In-Kind) 

    • Benefits of sponsoring Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc™, at the "Irie Reggae" level include the following:

      • Named as Platinum Sponsor in all marketing.
      • Twelve (12) VIP Ball Tickets- at Priority Table.
      • Seven (7) VVIP Tickets to VIP Reception.
      • Company Logo/name in JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal.
      • Two (2) Company banners at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner).
      • Placement on website and all JIFI~NYC social media platforms (includes 60 days post event).
      • Choice of one (1) Non-Cover Page, Inside/Outside Back Cover or One (1) Page Outside Front Cover Ad in the JIFI~NYC Special 64thEdition Journal.
      • 1 Minute on-stage to present Sponsor's products and/or services.
      • Your company Logo printed on our tickets.
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests, plus more.
    • Sweetsop Benefits - Gold Sponsor - $7,500 

    • Benefits of sponsoring Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc™, at the "Sweetsop" level include the following:

      • Named as Gold Sponsor in all marketing.
      • Ten (10) VIP Ball Tickets - at Premium table.
      • Five (5) VVIP Tickets to VIP Reception.
      • Company Logo/name in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal.
      • One (1) Company banner at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner).
      • Placement on all JIFI~NYC social media platforms & website.
      • 1 Full Inside page Ad in the JIFI~NYC Special Edition 64th Journal.
      • Live Stream to global audience during Silent Auction.
      • Your company Logo printed on our tickets.
      • Five Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests, plus more.
    • Jerk Fest Benefits - Silver Sponsor - $6,000 

    • Benefits of sponsoring Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc™, at the Jerk Fest level include the following:

      • Named as Silver Sponsor.
      • Seven (7) Premium Ball Tickets - at a Reserved table.
      • Three (3) VVIP Tickets to VIP Reception.
      • Company AD banner prominently placed on JIFI~NYC website.
      • Your company Logo on selected JIFI~NYC merchandise at the Ball.
      • One (1) Company banner at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner).
      • Placement on all JIFI~NYC social media platforms and website.
      • 1 Full Inside page Ad in our JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal.
      • Live Stream to global audience during Silent Auction.
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
    • Star Apple Benefits - Bronze Sponsor- $4,500 

    • Benefits of sponsoring Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc™, at the "Star Apple" level include the following:

      • Named as Bronze Sponsor, in all marketing.
      • Four (4) Premium Ball Tickets (guests seated together).
      • Two (2) VVIP Tickets to VIP Reception.
      • Company display banner prominently placed on JIFI~NYC website.
      • One (1) Company banner at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner).
      • Live Stream to global audience during Silent Auction.
      • Placement on all JIFI~NYC social media platforms.
      • Half (1/2) page Ad in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal.
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
    • Friend of Jamaica Sponsor Benefits - $3,000 

    • Benefits of sponsoring Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc™, at the Friend/Supporter level include the following:

      • Two (2) VIP Ball Tickets. 
      • Company display AD banner placed on JIFI~NYC social media and website.
      • Guest names displayed in the Special 64th Edition Ball Journal under ‘Happy Birthday Jamaica' Greeting.
      • Half (1/2) page Ad in our JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal.
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.

    • Table Purchase Options

      See below for all available Table sales for your group.
    • Corporate Table (Seat 10) - $5,000 

    • Investment for the Corporate Table level of Sponsorship is US$5,000.00 (plus product giveaway).

      • Meet and Greet with our Honorary Patron, Guest Speakers, and Entertainers.
      • 2 minutes presentation on stage of your company's products and/or services.
      • Two (2) Company banners prominently displayed at the event, (feather Banner or pop-up Banner).
      • One (1) full page Ad in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal.
      • Special mention in opening ceremony.
      • Marketing and promotional opportunity from sign on to the conclusion of the event. 
      • Company name and Logo prominently displayed on JIFI~NYC website for 60 days post this event. 
      • Your company Logo printed on our tickets.
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests, plus more.
    • The VIP Xperience Table (Seat 10) - $4,200 - "Be The Envy Of The Ballroom"  

    • Investment for this level of Sponsorship is US$4,200.00 (plus product giveaway).

      • Table decorated in lavish VIP style.
      • All the names of the Guests seated at this table will be published in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal, under ‘Happy Birthday Jamaica' greeting.
      • Gift bags for all Guests; acknowledgement of your table by one of our Hosts.
      • Group photo with our performers, and special invited guests.
      • Special 64th edition gifts for all guests.
      • VIP seating near the stage.
      • One (1) member of your group to present in one of our award categories.
      • Acknowledgement of guests names at this table in opening ceremony.
      • One (1) Company banner prominently displayed at the event, (feather Banner or pop-up Banner). *if applicable*
      • Additional marketing and promotional opportunity.
      • Your company Logo printed on our tickets.
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests, plus more.
    • "1962 Independence" Table (Seat 8) $3,500 

    • Investment for this level of sponsorship is US$3,500.00 (plus product giveaway).

      • Table fully decorated in a 1962 theme (go back in time with memorable sights of Jamaica in 1962).
      • A member from this table will lead our Independence Toast.
      • Additional marketing and promotional opportunity.
      • One (1) Company Banner displayed at the event (feather Banner or pop-up Banner). *if applicable*
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
    • "Living Legend" Table (Seat 5) $2,500 

    • Investment for this level of sponsorship is US$2,500.00 (plus product giveaway).

      • One of our 'Living Legend' Honorees will be seated at this table.
      • Group photo with our performers, and special invited guests.
      • Special 64th edition gifts for all guests at this table.
      • VIP seating near the stage.
      • Marketing and promotional opportunity.
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
    • Advertisement Opportunities In Our Special 64th Edition Journal 
      • Inside Front Cover Full page - $2,500 Early Sale (Includes 3 VIP Tickets)
      • Center Fold Spread (17 x 11") - $2,000 (Includes 3 VIP Tickets)
      • Outside Back Cover (8.5 x 11") Full page - $1,600 (Includes 3 VIP Tickets)
      • Full page (8.5 x 11") - $850 (includes 2 VIP Tickets)
      • Inside Back Cover (8.5 x 5.5") 1/2 page - $850 (Incldues 2 VIP Tickets)
      • Half (1/2) page (8.5 x 5.5") - $500

      The Journal will be printed and distributed at the event, and a digital version will be displayed on our website www.Jifinyc.org. For more information, please email us at: info@Jifinyc.org

    • In-Kind Sponsorship Requirements *If Applicable* 
    • Contact Information 

    • Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ would like to know who to thank for the sponsorship to "The Official People's Ball" Fundarising Event. Please enter the name of the person we should address in a thank you letter below.

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    • For Sponsors promised logo recognition, the logo submission deadline is Wednesday, July 1, 2026. If company logo is not submitted by the deadline, JIFI~NYC will print the name of the Sponsor in our Special 64thEdition Journal. Please upload a high-resolution and transparent PNG or JPG image of your logo below for JIFI~NYC marketing materials.

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    • Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ Planning Committee Members are asked to secure sponsorships for "The Official People's Ball" Fundraising Gala, please enter the name of the Planning Committee member who reached out for this sponsorship committment, if known.

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