The Inaugural Power of the Purse
An Evening of elegance. Influence. Impact.
United Way of the Golden Triangle Region invites you to the first-ever Power of the Purse — a black-tie philanthropic experience designed to celebrate leadership, generosity, and the power of collective impact.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hill & Moor | Crawford, Mississippi
The Experience
An intimate evening where style meets purpose.
Guests will enjoy:
• Heavy hors d’oeuvres
• Hosted bar service
• Exclusive purchasing opportunities
• Recognition and an award presentation
• Meaningful networking with community leaders
Attire
Black Tie (formal evening attire requested)
Tickets
$100.00 per guest
$125.00 at the door
Ticket includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and hosted bar service.
Distinguished Recognition
All nominees will be recognized during the evening. One individual will receive the Inaugural Power of the Purse Award.
Why It Matters
Across our seven-county region, too many families are navigating challenges without knowing where to turn.
United Way GTR operates 211, a free and confidential community resource line that connects individuals to essential services — including food assistance, housing support, utility relief, and other critical resources. For many, 211 is the first step toward stability.
While some of our school districts are achieving strong performance ratings, others continue to face significant challenges. We believe every child in every community deserves the opportunity to attend an A-rated school. And food insecurity remains a persistent reality for households throughout our region.
Power of the Purse fuels United Way GTR’s ability to respond, connect, and strengthen the systems that support families in our community.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
The Signature Sponsor — $5,000 (Exclusive — 1)
• Opportunity to speak during the program
• Premium reserved seating for 8
• Premier website recognition
• Prominent acknowledgment throughout the evening
The Designer Sponsor — $3,500 (Limited — 3)
• Reserved seating for 6
• Website recognition
• Event recognition signage
• Verbal acknowledgment during event
The Runway Sponsor — $2,500 (Limited — 5)
• Reserved seating for 4
• Website recognition
• Verbal acknowledgment during event
The Statement Sponsor — $1,500 (Limited — 8)
• Reserved seating for 2
• Website recognition
• Verbal acknowledgment during event
Feature & Experience Sponsors
Premier Raffle Sponsor — $1,000 (4 available)
• Exclusive recognition for one raffle bag
• Signage displayed with raffle item
• Acknowledgment when winner is announced
• Website recognition
Bar Sponsor — $500
Culinary Sponsor — $500
Purse Sponsor — minimum retail value $500
Auction Item Sponsor — minimum value $300
Wine & Bourbon Drawdown Sponsor
100 bottles available | $20 per pull
Suggested donation value: $50–$150 (premium bottles encouraged)