Benefactor Opportunities

W&M Weekend brings together the William & Mary community for extraordinary experiences in iconic locations. Showcasing the best of William & Mary and the best of the host city, W&M Weekend offers opportunities for alumni, students, parents, family and friends to connect, discover and celebrate.

The Weekend is made possible by the generous support of alumni and friends like you. Your gift shows your pride in this remarkable institution and provides for world-class programming that brings our community together.

View Benefactor Opportunities (PDF)

Benefactor Tiers

Choose one of two options where available.

Presidential Tier: $100,000

Option 1

  • Presidential Tier recognition including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media and newsletters*.
  • Reserved table for eight at the Gala & Auction.
  • Eight tickets and reserved seating at the Kick-Off Event and Presidential Luncheon signature events.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Option 2

  • Sponsorship of the Kick-Off Event with recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media, email invitations and newsletters*.
  • Two-minute remarks at the podium during the Kick‑Off-Event.
  • Eight tickets and reserved seating at the Kick-Off Event.
  • Two tickets to the Gala & Auction and reserved seating at the W&M president’s table.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Gold Tier: $50,000

Option 1

  • Gold Tier recognition including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media and newsletters*.
  • Four tickets and reserved seating at the Kick-Off Event, Presidential Luncheon and Gala & Auction signature events.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Option 2

  • Sponsorship of the Presidential Luncheon with recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend websit, @wmalumni social media, email invitations and newsletters*.
  • Two-minute remarks at the podium during the Presidential Luncheon.
  • Four tickets and reserved seating at the Presidential Luncheon.
  • Two tickets to the Gala & Auction and reserved seating at the W&M Alumni Association president’s table.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Green Tier: $25,000

Option 1

  • Green Tier recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, in the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media and newsletters*.
  • Two tickets and reserved seating at the Kick-Off Event, Presidential Luncheon and Gala & Auction signature events.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Option 2

  • Sponsorship of the W&M Weekend Hospitality Suite with recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media, email invitations and newsletters*.
  • Table in the W&M Weekend Hospitality Suite.
  • Two tickets to the Gala & Auction and reserved seating at the W&M Alumni Association CEO’s table.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Medallion Tier: $10,000

Option 1

  • Medallion Tier recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media, email invitations and newsletters*.
  • Two tickets to your choice of Kick Off Event or Presidential Luncheon.
  • Two tickets to the Gala & Auction.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Option 2

  • Sponsorship of a W&M Weekend reception, tour or other event** with recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media, email invitations and newsletters*.
  • Two tickets to sponsored W&M Weekend reception, tour or event.
  • Two tickets to the Gala & Auction.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Signature Tier: $5,000

Option 1

  • Signature Tier recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media, email invitations and newsletters*.
  • Two tickets to your choice of Kick Off Event, Presidential Luncheon or Gala & Auction.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Option 2

  • Sponsorship of a W&M Weekend reception, tour or other event** with recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website, @wmalumni social media, email invitations and newsletters*.
  • Two tickets to sponsored W&M Weekend reception, tour or event.
  • Two tickets to the Gala & Auction.
  • Two tickets to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Legacy Tier: $2,500

Option 1

  • Legacy Tier recognition in printed materials, including Hospitality Suite signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website and @wmalumni social media.
  • Two tickets to the Presidential Luncheon.
  • One ticket to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Option 2

  • Sponsorship of a W&M Weekend reception, tour or other event** with recognition in printed materials, including event signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website and @wmalumni social media.
  • Two tickets to sponsored W&M Weekend reception, tour or event.
  • One ticket to the VIP reception on May 27.
  • Early registration.

Friend of the Alumni Association: $1,000-2,499

  • Friend Tier recognition in printed materials, including event signage, the W&M Alumni Magazine, the Weekend website and @wmalumni social media.
  • Young Guarde (2016-2025): One ticket to the VIP reception on May 27.

*Option for an ad placement in the Hark e-newsletter, subject to availability and ad guidelines.

**To be determined with staff.