Sponsorship Opportunities — Boards by the Bay · MarMo Innovation
Signature Nonprofit Event · 2026
Boards by the Bay

Sponsorship Opportunities

Partner with Galveston's premier nonprofit leadership summit and help build better boards, stronger nonprofits, and a more connected community.

Brought to you by
Happy Town Community
Hosted by
MarMo Innovation
Why Sponsor

Invest in Galveston's nonprofit future.

Sponsoring Boards by the Bay puts your organization at the center of Galveston's nonprofit ecosystem — in front of the board members, executive directors, foundations, and community leaders who shape the future of our island.

Every sponsorship dollar directly supports the education, connection, and leadership development that makes local nonprofits stronger — and strengthens the communities they serve. Choose the level that fits your organization, or contribute goods and services as an in-kind Community Partner.

Sponsorship Tiers

Five ways to partner with us.

From presenting sponsor to community friend — every tier includes recognition, exhibitor opportunities, and event registrations.

Premium Sponsor
Anchor Partner
"Providing stability and support for nonprofit leadership."
$5,000
Investment
What's Included
  • Sponsor a keynote or signature session
  • Introduce a keynote speaker
  • Prominent logo placement on event materials
  • Premium exhibitor table
  • Six conference registrations
  • Recognition during the event
  • Featured sponsor on website and social media
Signature Sponsor
Lighthouse Partner
"Guiding organizations toward stronger governance and greater impact."
$2,500
Investment
What's Included
  • Sponsor lunch, networking reception, or breakout session
  • Medium logo placement on event materials
  • Exhibitor table
  • Four conference registrations
  • Social media recognition
  • Stage acknowledgment during sponsored session
Supporting Sponsor
Seagrass Partner
"Supporting the healthy ecosystem that allows nonprofits to thrive."
$1,000
Investment
What's Included
  • Logo in event materials
  • Two conference registrations
  • Exhibitor opportunity
  • Recognition on event signage
Community Friend
Sand Dollar Friend
"Helping strengthen our island community, one board at a time."
$500
Investment
What's Included
  • Listing in event materials
  • One conference registration
  • Recognition on event signage
Community Partners

In-Kind Sponsorships.

Organizations that contribute goods or services will be recognized at the sponsorship level that reflects the fair market value of their contribution.

Hospitality Partner
Fuel the day with food, drink, and warmth — from morning coffee to the closing happy hour.
Contribution Examples
Breakfast Lunch Coffee Happy Hour Catering
Technology Partner
Bring the summit to life through sound, image, and story — the technical backbone of a great event.
Contribution Examples
Audio / Visual Photography Videography
Scholarship Application

Apply for a scholarship.

Thanks to the generous support of Mary Moody Northen Endowment, a limited number of scholarships are available to attend Boards by the Bay.

If the registration fee would prevent you from participating, please share your name and organization below and we'll be in touch.

Scholarship Application

Just tell us who you are and where you serve — takes less than a minute.

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Scholarships are sponsored by Mary Moody Northen Endowment and are available while funding remains.
Become a Sponsor

Complete your sponsorship application.

Tell us about your organization and which sponsorship level fits your goals. Our team will reach out to confirm details and next steps.

Sponsorship Application

All fields help us tailor the partnership to your organization.

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Together, we sail forward.

Happy Boards.
Happy Town.

Thank you for considering a partnership with Boards by the Bay. Every sponsor makes it possible for nonprofit leaders across Galveston to gather, learn, and build stronger boards together.

— The Boards by the Bay Planning Committee
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