Bayou Place – 500 Texas Avenue

2021 Gala Chairs: Lindsay Bowerman and Jennifer Rayburn

The Crystal Bat Award was created to recognize individuals who have demonstrated exemplary commitment to philanthropy and to the mission of The Joe Niekro Foundation.

The recipient is selected by The Joe Niekro Foundation’s Leadership Committee; the criteria for nomination are as follows:

• A record of service to The Joe Niekro Foundation
• A leadership commitment to the practice of philanthropy for the foundation’s Houston Knuckle Ball

The Joe Niekro Foundation proudly acknowledges the philanthropy of Angela and John “Bo” Nichols who have distinguished themselves through their extraordinary investment in the mission of the Joe Niekro Foundation. We are extremely pleased to honor them with the Crystal Bat Award that acknowledges their generosity and their efforts.

Sponsors

Sponsorship Levels

“Hall of Fame” SPONSOR – $40,000 – (One Available) Two 10 Seat Tables

• Twenty (20) guest seats at the premiere head tables
• Twenty (20) passes to our VIP Meet & Greet Reception
• “Presented By” sponsorship mention in all print materials, media, interviews and promotional pieces
• Red Carpet and Photo Booth recognition as Presenting Sponsor
• Company logo displayed on main screen during the evening
• Sponsorship recognition and link on Joe Niekro Foundation website
• Full page color ad in front OR back inside cover of the event program and company logo featured in program
• Sponsorship mention during gala
• Speaking Segment During Event
• Media Sponsor

“World Series” SPONSOR – $25,000 – 12 Seat Table

• Twelve (12) guest seats at premiere table
• Twelve (12) passes to our VIP Meet & Greet Reception
• Company logo displayed on main screen during the evening
• Sponsorship recognition and link on Joe Niekro Foundation website
• Full page color ad inside event program and company logo featured in program
• Sponsorship mention during gala
• Two Activation options during Event

“All-Star” SPONSOR – $15,000 – 10 Seat Table

• Ten (10) guest seats at premiere table
• Eight (8) passes to our VIP Meet & Greet Reception
• Company logo displayed on main screen during the evening
• Full page color ad inside event program and company logo featured in program
• Sponsorship recognition and link on Joe Niekro Foundation website
• One Activation option during Event

“Gold Glove” SPONSOR – $10,000 – 10 Seat Table

• Ten (10) guest seats at premiere table
• Six (6) passes to our VIP Meet & Greet Reception
• Company logo displayed on main screen during the evening
• Full page black and white ad or half page color ad inside event program and company logo featured in program
• Sponsorship recognition and link on Joe Niekro Foundation website
• Activation option at Gala

“Silver Slugger” SPONSOR – $7,500 – 10 Seat Table

• Ten (10) guest seats at premiere table
• Four (4) passes to our VIP Meet & Greet Reception
• Sponsorship recognition and link on Joe Niekro Foundation website
• ½ page black and white ad inside event program and company logo featured in program

“Rookie of The Year” SPONSOR – $ 5,000 – 10 Seat Table

• Ten (10) guest seats at premiere table
• Two (2) passes to our VIP Meet & Greet Reception
• Sponsorship recognition and link on Joe Niekro Foundation website

MVP TICKET – $500

• One (1) seat at premiere table
• One (1) pass to VIP Meet & Greet Reception

TICKET – $400

• One Ticket to The Knuckle Ball