Join us on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Dorchester Bay’s annual fundraiser as we celebrate 43 years of building strong neighborhoods!
The Reunion Gala
After several years of social distancing and isolation, the Dorchester Bay EDC board, staff, and community are excited to resume our live annual fundraising event! Please join us for a night of celebration, recognition, and renewal of the bonds that tie us to our mission.
The Reunion Gala will be MC’d by NBC10 Boston anchor Melody Mendez, and we’ll have the tremendous 9-piece band Soul of Boston to get you up dancing! It will be a night to remember!
Dorchester Bay EDC:
The Reunion Gala
Venezia Restaurant
20 Ericsson St, Boston, MA 02122
6-7pm: VIP Cocktail Hour (for VIP ticket holders only)
7-9:30pm: Main Event
A limited number of individual tickets will be available
for purchase.
Individual Tickets
VIP (Includes VIP Cocktail Hour): $250
General Admission: $150
Seniors/Students: $75
Secure your tickets today using the button below!
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Can’t make it to the big event?
Please support DBEDC by donating today!
Sponsor The Reunion Gala!
Sponsorship of our event is a commitment to the community we serve. But sponsorship also comes with amazing benefits! In addition to enjoying the perks outlined in the Sponsorship Levels section below, you may qualify for significant tax benefits. Through the CITC program, Dorchester Bay can facilitate tax credits of up to 50% of contribution amounts of $1,000 or more.** Be sure to take advantage of this incredible incentive for community betterment, while furthering the work of Dorchester Bay EDC!
Contact Joe Regan at [email protected] to sponsor The Reunion Gala Today
Sponsorship Levels
Presenting Sponsor $50,000*
Benefits:
- A refundable Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) up to $25,000**
- Full page ad in event program with priority cover space
- Prime recognition in Dorchester Bay marketing materials including event invitation, website, and social media
- Recognition from the podium
- Company name prominently displayed throughout the event space
- 10 event tickets
- Access to VIP Cocktail Hour
- Lunch and tour of Dorchester Bay EDC properties with Chief Executive Officer
2022 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsors
Premier Sponsor $25,000*
Benefits:
- A refundable Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) up to $12,500**
- Full page ad in event program with priority cover space if available
- Prime recognition in Dorchester Bay marketing materials including event invitation, website, and social media
- Recognition from the podium
- Company name prominently displayed throughout the event space
- 8 event tickets
- Access to VIP Cocktail Hour
Premier Sponsors
Cottage Brook Champion $15,000*
Benefits:
- A refundable Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) up to $7,500**
- Full page ad at front of event program
- Prime recognition in Dorchester Bay marketing materials including event invitation, website, and social media
- Company name prominently displayed throughout the event space
- 6 event tickets
- Access to VIP Cocktail Hour
Cottage Brook Champion Sponsors
Quincy Heights Champion $10,000*
Benefits:
- A refundable Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) up to $5,000**
- Three-quarter page ad
- Prime recognition in Dorchester Bay marketing materials including event invitation, website, social media, and event program
- Company name prominently displayed throughout the event space
- 6 event tickets
- Access to VIP Cocktail Hour
Quincy Heights Champion Sponsors
Community Champion $5,000*
Benefits:
- A refundable Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) up to $2,500**
- Half-page ad in event program
- Recognition in Dorchester Bay marketing materials including event invitation, website, social media, and event program
- Company name displayed at the event
- 4 event tickets
- Access to VIP Cocktail Hour
Community Champion Sponsors
Advocate $2,500*
Benefits:
- A refundable Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) up to $1,250**
- Quarter page ad in the event program
- Recognition on the Dorchester Bay website and social media
- 3 event tickets
Advocate Sponsors
Good Neighbor $1,000*
Benefits:
- A refundable Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) up to $500*
- One-eighth page ad
- Recognition on the Dorchester Bay website and social media
- 2 event tickets
Good Neighbor Sponsors
Benefits:
- Name listed in event program
- 2 event tickets
Friend of Dorchester Bay
In-kind Donation
Columbia Circle Giving Society
Make an enduring commitment to the communities we serve! Join the Columbia Circle Giving Society, a dedicated group of donors who have pledged lasting support for Dorchester Bay EDC.
- Members make a commitment of $5,000- $10,000 per year for five consecutive years. Each contribution is eligible for the Massachusetts Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC)**
- Recognition in printed invitations
- Company name displayed at the dinner table
- Sponsor name/logo prominently displayed on signage at the event
- Recognition of all Columbia Circle members from the podium
- Recognition in Dorchester Bay marketing materials including website, newsletter, social media and 2022 annual report
- Invitations to exclusive Columbia Circle events
- Invitations for you and your guests to attend Dorchester Bay special events
The Community Investment Tax Credit
The Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) is a refundable tax credit that supports community-led development initiatives and strong local partnerships by leveraging private contributions. All contributions over $1,000 are eligible for a tax credit up to 50% of the contribution amount. Credits are based on availability.
Please contact Joe Regan [email protected] to learn more about CITC donations.
CITC Donation Example:
Your donation to DBEDC : $10,000
CITC Credit : $5,000
Your out of pocket spend: $5,000
*We are enthusiastically planning for an in-person event. However, in light of the ongoing pandemic, we must remain open to a potential move to a virtual platform if circumstances warrant it. In the case of a move to a virtual event, we will make every effort to provide comparable sponsorship benefits.
**Contributions are eligible for a Massachusetts Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) of up to 50% of the contribution amount based on credit availability. Please consult your tax advisor for specific tax guidance. Credits are subject to availability. To inquire about making a CITC eligible donation, please contact Joe Regan, Donor Relations Manager at [email protected]