2026 UNCF Mayors’ Masked Ball – Upstate
The 8th Annual UNCF Upstate Mayors’ Masked Ball is the region’s premier fundraising gala, bringing together business, civic, community, educational leaders, alumni, dignitaries, volunteers and friends of UNCF, for an unforgettable evening of elegance and impact.
The event focuses on raising awareness of the need and benefits of a college education, the students UNCF serves and the contributions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU’s).
Hosted by UNCF and mayors from throughout Upstate South Carolina, this year’s theme, “A Legacy of Excellence: Advancing Education, Empowering Generations” celebrates UNCF’s longstanding commitment to educational access for all students. As a sponsor, your company will join a distinguished circle of partners investing in the future of deserving students and helping to cultivate the next generation of talent and leadership.
This is more than a gala – it’s a powerful opportunity to honor legacy, champion excellence and make a lasting difference in our community.
Private and General Receptions
The Masked Ball
Hyatt Regency Greenville
220 N. Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Title Sponsor – $50,000
- Eighteen (18) guest tickets to Mayors’ Masked Ball
- Fourteen (14) VIP Tickets to Private Sponsor Reception
- Organization may have a representative speak on program and :60 Second PSA during event
- Prominent brand placement in Private Reception and Pre-Function Area
- Brand recognition on UNCF website, social media, and print and electronic media
- Full-screen ad on event video loop
- Organization’s logo displayed on one of event’s welcome screens on video loop throughout the evening
- Large logo in digital program booklet
Presenting Sponsor – $25,000
- Sixteen (16) guest tickets to Mayors’ Masked Ball
- Twelve (12) VIP Tickets to Private Sponsor Reception
- Organization may have representative speak on program or :30 Second PSA during event
- Prominent brand placement in Private Reception and Pre-Function Area
- Brand recognition on UNCF website, social media, and print and electronic media
- Full-screen ad on event video loop
- Large logo in digital program booklet
Marquis Sponsor – $15,000
- Fourteen (14) guest tickets for Mayors’ Masked Ball
- Eight (8) VIP tickets to Private Sponsor Reception
- Prominent brand placement in Pre-Function Area
- Brand recognition on UNCF website and in all print and electronic media
- Full-screen ad on event video loop
- Large logo in digital program booklet
Royal Court Sponsor – $10,000
- Twelve (12) guest tickets for Mayor’s Masked Ball
- Six (6) VIP tickets to Private Sponsor Reception
- Prominent brand placement in Pre-Function Area
- Brand recognition on UNCF website and in all print and electronic media
- Half-screen ad on event video loop
- Medium logo in digital program booklet
Mayors’ Royal Court – $5,000
- Ten (10) guest tickets for Mayor’s Masked Ball
- Four (4) VIP tickets to Private Sponsor Reception
- Brand recognition in all print and electronic media
- Half-screen ad on event video loop
- Small logo in digital program booklet
Mayors’ Court Sponsor – $2,500
- Ten (10) guest tickets for Mayor’s Masked Ball
- Two (2) VIP tickets to Private Sponsor Reception
- Brand recognition in select print and electronic media
- Name listed on event video loop
- Name listed in digital program booklet
“A Mind Is…”® (AMI) Sponsor – $1,000
- Two (2) tickets to the Mayor’s Masked Ball
- Access for Two (2) guests to the VIP sponsor reception
- Listed as an “A Mind Is…”® (AMI) Sponsor
- “A Mind Is…”® (AMI) Sponsor recognition on event digital program
Scholar’s Ticket – (Individual) – $175
- One in-person ticket to the Mayors’ Masked Ball