35th Anniversary Gala
Thursday, October 8, 2026

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Child Champion | $35,000

Volunteer Vanguard| $20,000

Book Lover | $10,000

Page Turner | $5,000

Storyteller | $3,500 (table sponsor)

35th Anniversary Gala sponsorship benefits include:

  • Helping ensure that thousands of kids across Oregon receive reading support and books to keep
  • Table seating up to 10 colleagues, friends, and SMART fans
  • Recognition in all pre, night of, and post event communications including event website
  • SMART regional and statewide e-newsletter appearances subscribed to by approximately 25,000 SMART Reading community members
  • SMART website corporate partner listing including link to your company website and SMART social media posts
  • Annual report indicating SMART’s impact to share with your employees and customers
  • Recognition as a “Founder’s Circle Member” in all event materials for sponsors who began supporting SMART in the years 1992-2000
  • An excellent return on investment: SMART Reading is a cost-effective model focused on kids, powered by volunteers, and delivering long-term benefits statewide by building literacy skills.


Also available: Single tickets for $350 | Table co-sponsorships for $1,800
Donation Price points at the Gala start at $50

 

Additional Event Information:

Getting there:

  • Parking: There is a small parking lot at the venue as well as ample street parking in the area, please be sure to verify all parking signage. There are no marked lines in the venue's lot, so be sure to navigate accordingly. 


Dress code: 

  • Think a child's birthday party! Come in your fun: Polka dots, stripes, ruffles, anything that feels fun and gives you the feeling of a nostalgic throwback.

**Allergies: To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances. 

Accessibility: 

  • The venue is fully ADA accessible and has gender-neutral restrooms.
  • Language translation available upon request. 

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to fully engage. To request an accommodation or for additional inquiries about accessibility, please contact Amy McCormick-Friesz at amccormick@smartreading.org or (971) 634-1610 by Friday September 18th, 2026

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Thank you to our generous sponsors!