Roaring ’20s
GALA
An Evening of Impact
An evening of jazz, champagne towers, and mystery vaults — hosted on the tarmac at the FLY USA MRO Hangar, Tampa International Airport (TPA), in support of the Foundation’s mission.
An Evening Worth Dressing Up For
Think back to the days of the roaring 20s—fedoras, feathers, and fringe are all highly encouraged. For one night, guests will have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the Prohibition Era from the tarmac to the dance floor.
We bring people and community partners together to create opportunity, belonging, and practical support for neurodivergent children, children with special needs, veterans, first responders, and their families. We believe every person has a story, every person has gifts worth recognizing, and kindness is most powerful when we put it into action.
Our Initiatives
Our Mission In Action.
Kind Camp
Rooted in inclusion, Kind Camp welcomes every child exactly as they are. Neurodivergent youth, children with special needs, and children from all walks of life gather together as equals, because belonging is not earned. It is given.
The Kind Campus Initiative
Bringing the spirit of Kind Camp into schools year-round through educator support, conflict resolution, and everyday acts of kindness.
Emma Booth Kind Ambassador Scholarship
Scholarships and sponsorships. for individuals who best personify the mission’s values and vision.
The Hessel House
A place of welcome and a community that stands with and supports homeless U.S. Veterans and their families.
Community Kind Key
The Community Kind Key recognizes individuals and businesses that champion our mission by supporting veterans, individuals with autism, and those with special needs through advocacy, service, and community impact.
The Hessel Family Foundation Resource Hub
Connecting the community to come together to provide people with resources, support, and opportunities that move the mission forward.
Be Part of the Legacy
Sponsorship
Elevate your brand and make a difference — multiple corporate levels and custom activations.
Donations
Every gift fuels life-changing programs. All donations are tax deductible.
Tickets
Individual are available now — Tampa Bay’s most elegant night out.
Get Involved
Join an extraordinary team creating an unforgettable night while giving back.
Corporate Impact Partnership Portfolio
Every partnership helps create opportunities, foster inclusion, and strengthen the lives of those we serve. Each level includes guest access, program recognition, digital visibility, and on-site branding, scaled to reflect its impact on our mission.
The Great Gatsby
- Guest Access: 20 guest tickets with three premium VIP seating areas reserved for top-level guests.
- Program Placement: Premier inside front cover digital advertisement with the highest sponsor visibility in the program.
- Signature Experience: Custom-named signature cocktail or chef-inspired hors d’oeuvre developed as an elegant touchpoint.
- Digital Visibility: Flagship campaign coverage, dedicated brand storytelling, and top-tier logo placement across gala marketing assets.
- Event Branding: Exclusive main stage naming rights with “Presented by [Your Company Name]” recognition throughout the evening.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Golden Age
- Guest Access: 16 guest tickets with two premium VIP seating areas.
- Program Placement: Premium back cover digital advertisement for high-impact sponsor visibility.
- Signature Experience: Custom-named signature cocktail or chef-inspired hors d’oeuvre developed as an elegant touchpoint.
- Digital Visibility: Elevated campaign coverage, dedicated sponsor announcement, and prominent logo placement across digital promotions.
- Event Branding: Premier brand presence within a featured gala experience area and select VIP guest touchpoints.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Speakeasy
- Guest Access: 14 guest tickets with two premium VIP seating areas.
- Program Placement: Premium full-page digital advertisement with stage sponsor recognition.
- Signature Experience: Custom-named signature cocktail or chef-inspired hors d’oeuvre aligned with the energy of the stage experience.
- Digital Visibility: Dedicated sponsor spotlight campaign and elevated inclusion across promotional rollouts.
- Event Branding: Premium logo placement on or near the main stage, with podium recognition and integration into key entertainment moments.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Grand Cabaret
- Guest Access: 12 guest tickets with two premium VIP seating areas.
- Program Placement: Premium inside back cover digital advertisement for distinguished sponsor placement.
- Signature Experience: Custom-named signature cocktail or chef-inspired hors d’oeuvre developed as an elegant touchpoint.
- Digital Visibility: Dedicated spotlight feature, prominent campaign inclusion, and regular event promotional mentions.
- Event Branding: Immersive brand placement across major event spaces, entranceways, and private lounge locations.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Bootlegger
- Guest Access: 10 guest tickets with private VIP seating.
- Program Placement: Quarter-page digital advertisement or prominent corporate logo feature.
- Signature Experience: Naming rights for a curated signature drink or chef-inspired hors d’oeuvre developed as an elegant touchpoint.
- Digital Visibility: Shared digital partner promotions across corporate outreach networks.
- Event Branding: Exclusive specialty cocktail bar integration with custom sponsor-branded bar signage.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
Our Little Stars
- Guest Access: 8 guest tickets with private VIP seating.
- Program Placement: Half-page color display advertisement with venue sponsor recognition.
- Digital Visibility: Dedicated venue recognition across promotional posts, event reminders, and post-event appreciation coverage.
- Event Branding: Premier venue naming recognition at the entrance, guest check-in area, and key signage throughout the gala space.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Bee’s Knees
- Guest Access: 6 guest tickets with private VIP seating.
- Program Placement: Half-page color display advertisement.
- Digital Visibility: Group partner thank-you campaigns and corporate recognition posts.
- Event Branding: Title branding rights over the Mystery Vault Raffle Station, with logo placement on the interactive “Bank Vault” display and raffle grand prize naming rights.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The After-Hours Society
- Guest Access: VIP after-party access for up to 4 guests.
- Program Placement: Corporate name listing in the main sponsor index.
- Digital Visibility: Dedicated after-party sponsor recognition in event recap and thank-you posts.
- Event Branding: Exclusive naming recognition for the post-gala after party, with branded signage at the entrance and featured lounge area.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Jazz Age
- Guest Access: 2 guest tickets with VIP seating.
- Program Placement: Quarter-page color display advertisement.
- Digital Visibility: Dedicated stage performance promotional features.
- Event Branding: Underwriting and branding rights for the entertainment lineup, with corporate placement on the main music stage and recognition during professional dance showcases.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Flashbulb Lounge
- Guest Access: 2 general admission guest tickets.
- Program Placement: Corporate name listing in the main sponsor index.
- Digital Visibility: Dedicated photo booth sponsor recognition in event recap and thank-you posts.
- Event Branding: Sponsor logo or name featured on photo booth signage and printed or digital photo booth frames.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Ritz & Glitz Runway
- Guest Access: 2 general admission guest tickets.
- Program Placement: Corporate name listing in the main sponsor index.
- Digital Visibility: Dedicated media story profile highlighting support of the youth segment.
- Event Branding: Title naming rights over the main fashion runway, with prominent branding along the youth and professional mentor walk.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Bubbly Pour
- Guest Access: 2 general admission guest tickets.
- Program Placement: Corporate name listing in the main sponsor index.
- Digital Visibility: Group sponsor appreciation post across all media platforms.
- Event Branding: Dedicated branding at the champagne fountain hub during the opening toast, featuring specialized tableside signage.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Cigar Room
- Guest Access: 2 guest tickets.
- Program Placement: Name listing in the main sponsor index.
- Digital Visibility: Shared partner listing in collective updates.
- Event Branding: Dedicated lounge signage and branding wrap at the live artisan cigar-rolling station.
- Recognition: Sponsor name included in rolling credits between silent vintage movie presentations.
The Golden Key Society
- Venue & Event Support: Event space, staging, lounge areas, valet support, rentals, or guest enhancements.
- Food & Beverage: Catering, desserts, champagne, wine, spirits, mocktails, coffee service, bar staffing, or specialty ingredients.
- Entertainment & Guest Experience: Live music, performers, photo booth services, cigar rolling, décor, lighting, florals, or themed activations.
- Auction, Vault & Raffle Items: Travel packages, luxury experiences, gift cards, jewelry, artwork, memorabilia, baskets, or local experiences.
- Printing, Marketing & Production: Invitations, signage, sponsor displays, digital program design, printing, photography, videography, lighting, or AV support.
- Recognition:Official Golden Key Society recognition, Logo placement where appropriate, Recognition in event materials and signage, Social media acknowledgment.
$200
One guest admission to The Hessel Foundation Roaring ’20s Gala Benefit,
an elegant evening celebrating generosity, community, and impact.
Access to the gala reception, dinner experience, live entertainment, program presentation,
and signature Roaring ’20s-inspired guest activations throughout the evening.
Opportunity to enjoy the event atmosphere, connect with community partners, and take part
in memorable fundraising moments including the Unlock the Vault experience, The Midnight Soirée, and other mission-driven giving moments.
Individual ticket availability is limited and will be released based on total event capacity
after sponsor-included guest tickets are accounted for.
Already confirmed as a sponsor? Send us your logo files and brand assets so we can place you on printed materials, venue signage, and digital rollouts.
An Evening of Impact, an Evening Worth Dressing Up For
Be Part of the Legacy