An Evening to Savor
Picture this: steam rising from fresh local oysters, plump shrimp, and hearty helpings of Brunswick stew and crab & corn chowder. Add in the region’s iconic Virginia peanuts, slow-smoked pork, and all the fixings that make Tidewater cuisine comfort food at its finest.
To complement the feast, we’ll be pouring a curated selection of craft beers, crisp wines, and a signature bourbon cocktail crafted especially for the evening. It’s the perfect blend of coastal tradition and modern flavor.
The fun continues with silent and live auctions, where your bids will allow you to show your support for HRA’s educational programs. We’ll cap off the evening by hitting the dancefloor to the sounds of the Tidewater Drive Band.
Whether you’re joining us for the seafood, the stew, the sip-worthy drinks, or simply the company of friends and community, this night promises to be a celebration of everything that makes the Tidewater taste like home.
Come hungry. Leave happy. Enjoy the Tidewater at its very best. More importantly, raise critical dollars for HRA and our students!
Sponsorship Opportunities
1959 Sponsor $5,000
- Admission for ten (10) with reserved seating
- Five (5) VIP parking spots
- Company name and logo on website
- Social media “Thank You” post
- Banner on athletic field for one calendar year
- Logo placement at the event
Sapphire and Gold Captain Sponsor $2,500
- Admission for eight (8) with reserved seating
- Four (4) VIP parking spots
- Company name and logo on website
- Social media “Thank You” post
- Small banner on athletic field for one calendar year
- Logo placement at the event
Mate’s Medallion Sponsor $1,500
- Admission for four (4) with reserved seating
- Logo or name placement at the event
- Social media “Thank You” post
Compass Sponsor $1,000
- Admission for two (2) with reserved seating
- Logo or name placement at the event
Individual Ticket $125
- Admission for one (1) attendee, with access to a delectable spread of Tidewater favorites, special libations, music and dancing, and our fundraiser auction
Specialty Underwriting Opportunities
Entertainment Sponsor $5,000 (limit 1 sponsor)
Put the band on your tab!
Tidewater Cuisine Sponsor $5,000 (limit 1 sponsor)
Fund the star of the show!
Bar Sponsor $2,500 (limit 1 sponsor)
Help underwrite beverages at the bar!
Invitation Sponsor $2,500 (limit 1 sponsor)
Help underwrite invitations to reach our community!
Decoration Sponsor $1,500 (limit 1 sponsor)
Help us bring the Tidewater experience to life!
Dessert and Coffee Bar Sponsor $500 (limit 1 sponsor)
Help provide sweet treats for our guests!
Friends of HRA also have the option of making a donation without attending the event.
Our Sponsors
Sapphire & Gold Captain Sponsor
Mate’s Medallion Sponsor
Compass Sponsors
Event Co-Chairs
Corinne and Franklin Bowser
Holly and Mike Jeffreys
Erin and Dr. Mark McFarland
Dr. Meredith Parks ’94 and Dr. Randy Owen
Traci and David Simons
For more information, contact Courtney Gardner ’85, Director of Advancement, by emailing cgardn@hra.org.
Charting Futures, Shaping Leaders
Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
