The Starlight Gala • Saturday, October 24, 2026
Become a Sponsor of the 2026 Heroes in the Community Gala
Put your organization at the center of Nassau County’s most meaningful night of community recognition — and power a full year of programs for Uniondale families.
Why Sponsor the Byrne Center Gala
- A community institution since 1986, honoring community heroes since 2009 — delivering youth, senior, wellness, arts, and workforce programs year-round.
- An audience of decision-makers. The Gala gathers business owners, elected officials, civic and faith leaders, and educators from across Nassau County and Long Island.
- Year-round visibility, not just one night. Sponsor recognition lives on this gala web page and in Center communications all year — your support keeps working long after October 24.
- A room worth being in. Since 2009, our honorees have included Governor David A. Paterson (55th Governor of New York), Arthur A. Gianelli (President & CEO, Nassau Health Care Corp.), Arthur M. Katz (Uniondale Chamber of Commerce), Larry I. Slatky (NuHealth Systems), Frank A. Cordano (Nassau Financial Federal Credit Union), Monsignor Francis J. Caldwell, Uniondale Schools Superintendent Dr. William K. Lloyd, Bishop J. Raymond Mackey, Sr., George Siberón of the Hempstead Hispanic Civic Association, Hofstra Law Clinic director and Fulbright Fellow Prof. Serge Martinez, and hip-hop icon Chuck D of Public Enemy. Your brand shares the stage with the community’s most respected names.
- Real impact. Uniondale is a designated Nassau County health-disparity community; your sponsorship directly funds education, health and wellness, workforce development, and youth leadership where it matters most.
Sponsor logos featured on this page are reserved for this year’s committed partners — secure your place among them.
Sponsorship Levels
Signature Underwriting Sponsor — $25,000 (exclusive)
Two reserved tables (20 guests) in premier seating; exclusive naming rights to your chosen gala element; year-round presenting sponsor of one Center program; opportunity to nominate an honoree; outside back cover of the souvenir journal (first committed); a speaking moment tied to your named element; premier logo on the stage screen, step-and-repeat, and signage; a dedicated social media campaign; logo and link on the gala web page year-round; inclusion in press outreach and post-event acknowledgments.
Platinum Sponsor — $15,000
Reserved premium table for 10 near the stage; prominent logo on stage screen and event signage; full-page journal ad; recognition from the podium; feature mention on social media; logo and link on the gala web page year-round; a year as supporting sponsor of one Center program.
Gold Sponsor — $10,000
Reserved table for 10; logo on stage screen and signage; full-page journal ad; group recognition from the podium; social media mention; listing with link on the gala web page; a year as supporting sponsor of one Center program.
Journal Underwriter — $7,500
Credited on the journal cover as exclusive Journal Sponsor; inside front cover full-page placement; reserved table for 10; podium recognition; logo on event signage; social media mention; recognition on the gala web page.
Silver Sponsor — $5,000
Six reserved seats; logo on event signage; half-page journal ad; group recognition from the podium; listing on the gala web page; social media mention.
Bronze Sponsor — $2,500
Four reserved seats; name on event signage; quarter-page journal ad; listing on the gala web page.
Patron — $1,000
Two reserved seats; name listing in the souvenir journal; listing on the gala web page.
Friend of the Center — $500
Name listing in the journal as a Friend of the Center; recognition on the gala web page; invitation to attend the gala reception.
Ready to Sponsor?
Choose your level and submit the pledge form — you’ll receive a formal invoice with payment options. Deadlines apply for journal and signage placement, so early commitments secure the best visibility.
Questions? Contact David Greaves, President, at or (516) 554-8124.