• 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 Independence 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     Cocktail Reception
    7:00 pm – 10:00 pm     Silent and Live Auction
    8:00 pm – 12:00 am Dinner, Awards, Entertainment, and Dancing

    COMMITMENT FOR YOUR SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE AND TABLE PURCHASE IS APPRECIATED BY:  Thursday, JUNE 25, 2026.

    *SEE BELOW FOR:

    • Sponsorship Packages
    • Table Purchase Options
    • Journal Ad Opportunities
    • Ticket Purchases
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    • Resilient - Presenting Sponsor - USD $15,000 (90% Cash/10% In-Kind) 

    • Non-Compete / Exclusivity

      Hurricane Melissa Relief Package

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

      • Named “Presenting Sponsor”, in all marketing, from contract signing until the event.
      • Twenty (20) VIP Ball tickets at Two (2) Premium Tables, complimentary Open Bar, and Five (5) Course meal.
      • One (1) Inside Front Cover Ad or One (1) Full page Centerfold, in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal (In Print and Digital).
      • Sponsor receives 3 minutes on-stage to present products and/or services.
      • Company name displayed 1st place on opening ceremony stage.
      • Scrolling marquee of company logo and name on screen during event.
      • 30-second Digital Ad created and played on the night of the event.
      • Your company will receive a special award certificate during the ceremony.
      • Display and Exhibit space at event, organizer 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 and Social media for 4 months post the Ball event.
      • Your company Logo printed on our tickets.
      • Complimentary Parking for all guests.
    • Strong-Willed - Platinum Sponsor - USD $10,000 (90% Cash/10% In-Kind) 

    • Air, Ground Travel & Accomodation Package

      Benefits of sponsoring Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc™, at the "Strong-Willed" level include the following:

      • Named as “Platinum Sponsor”, in all marketing, from contract signing until the event.
      • Ten (10) VIP Ball Tickets- at a Premium Table.
        Company Logo and name in JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal (In
      • Print and Digital).
      • Two (2) Company Banners prominently displayed at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner).
      • Placement on JIFI~NYC website and all JIFI social media platforms (includes 30 days post event).
      • Choice of One: One (1) Page Inside Front Cover Ad, (1) Centerfold Spread, One (1) Outside Back Cover or in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal.
      • Sponsor receives 2 Minutes on stage to present products and/or services.
      • Your company Logo printed on our tickets.
      • Your company Logo on selected JIFI~NYC merchandise at the event.
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
      • Scrolling marquee of company logo and name on screen during event.
    • Tenacious - Gold Sponsor - USD $7,000 

    • Dinner Package

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

      • Named as “Gold Sponsor”, in all marketing, from contract signing until the event.
      • Ten (10) VIP Ball Tickets - at a Priority table.
      • Company Logo and name in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal (In Print and Digital).
      • One (1) Company banner prominently displayed at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner).
      • Placement on all JIFI~NYC social media platforms & Company website.
      • 1 Full Inside page Ad in the JIFI~NYC Special Edition 64th Journal.
      • Your company Logo printed on our tickets.
      • Five Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
      • Your company Logo on selected JIFI~NYC merchandise at the event.
      • Scrolling marquee of company logo and name on screen during event.
    • Persevering - Silver Sponsor - USD $5,000 

    • Audio Visual / Production Package

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

      • Named as “Silver Sponsor”, in all marketing, from contract signing until the event.
      • Eight (8) VIP Ball Tickets - at a Reserved table.
      • Your company Logo on selected JIFI~NYC merchandise at the Ball.
      • One (1) Company banner prominently displayed at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner).
      • Placement on all JIFI~NYC social media platforms and Company website.
      • 1 Full Inside page Ad in our JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal (In Print and Digital).
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
      • Scrolling marquee of company logo and name on screen during event.
    • Steadfast - Bronze Sponsor- USD $3,500 

    • Cocktail Reception Package

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

      • Named as “Bronze Sponsor”, in all marketing, from contract signing until the event.
      • Four (4) Premium Ball Tickets (guests seated together).
      • Your Company Banner display is prominently placed on JIFI~NYC website.
      • One (1) Company banner prominently displayed at the event, (feather banner and/or pop-up banner).
      • Placement on all JIFI~NYC social media platforms.
      • One (1) page Ad in the JIFI~NYC Special 64th Edition Journal (In Print and Digital).
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
      • Scrolling marquee of company logo and name on screen during event.
    • Determined - Copper Sponsor - USD $2,500 

    • Awards and Certificates Package

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

      • Named “Copper Sponsor”, in all marketing, from signing until the event.
      • 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 (In Print and Digital).
      • 5 Course Meal, Complimentary Open Bar and Parking for all guests.
      • Scrolling marquee of company logo and name on screen during event.

    • Table Purchase Options

      See below for all available Table sales for your group.
    • Corporate Table (Seat 10) - USD $5,000 
      •  Meet and Greet with our Keynote Speaker, Honorees, and Entertainers. 

      •  3 minutes presentation on stage of your company's products and/or services.

      • Company banner prominently displayed at the event.

      • One (1) Full page (inside) write up and logo about your company plus more

      • One (1) Award presented in your company's name

      • Your Company name and logo prominently displayed on our website for 60 days post the event. 

    • VIP Xperience Table (Seat 10) - USD$4,000 
      •  All guests names will be published in our Special 64th Independence edition Journal under - "Happy Birthday Jamaica" Greeting.

      • Specialized Gift bags for all guests.

      • Acknowledgement of your table by one of our hosts.

      • Members of your team will join us for the Cake cutting.

      • Two (2) Complimentary VIP Tickets to one of our upcoming events (does not include future Ball events).

      • VIP Seating nearest to the stage.

    • "Living Legend" Table (Seat 10) - USD $3,500 
      • Meet & Greet and Group photo with your favorite honoree at the Ball.

      • A member of  this group to  present in one of our award categories.

      • Gift bags for all members.

      • Your Table will lead our Toast segment

      • Company banner displayed at the event.

      • A Member of this table will help to introduce one of our Entertainers or Honoree. 

    • "1962 Independence" Table (Seat 8) - USD $2,800 

      • Table fully decorated in  a 1962 Jamaican style theme (go back in time with memorable sights of the 60's era of Jamaica). 

      • Group photo with our performers, and special invited guests.

      • Special 64th edition gifts for all guests.

      • Special acknowledgment by one of our host.

      • One (1) member of your  group to help present in one of our award categories. 

    • Advertisement Opportunities In Our Special 64th Edition Journal 

    • Premium Placement - Full Page (8.5" x 11")

      • Inside Front Cover Full page - $1,750 (Includes 2 VIP Tickets)
      • Center Fold Page (17 x 11") - $2,000 (Includes 3 VIP Tickets)
      • Outside Back Cover (8.5 x 11") Full page - $1,750 (Includes 2 VIP Tickets)
      • Non-Cover Full page (8.5 x 11") - $850 (Includes 1 VIP Ticket)

      Premium Placement - (1/2) Half Page (8.5" x 5.5")

      • Inside Front Cover  - $850 (Includes 1 VIP Ticket)
      • Inside Back Cover (8.5 x 5.5") 1/2 page - $700 
      • Outside Back Cover (8.5 x 5.5") 1/2 page - $750 
      • Non-Cover 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

       

      DISCLAIMER ABOUT AD PLACEMENT AVAILABILITY:

      Ad Placements in the JOURNAL are on a “FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE” BASIS.

    • In-Kind Sponsorship Requirements *If Applicable (Non-Monetary)* 
    • 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 Tuesday, June 30, 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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    • Payment and Submission of Sponsorship Form 

    • 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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