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Next Generation Scholarship finalists on stage at the 2019 NRF Foundation Gala
NRF Foundation Honors

Join us

Since the inaugural gala in 2015, the NRF Foundation Honors has united leaders in the retail industry to make a big impact. Millions of dollars have been raised to support NRF Foundation programs and initiatives that connect a growing and diverse industry to people looking for opportunities to start and grow their career.    

Invest in retail's future

The sixth annual NRF Foundation Honors on Jan. 12, 2020 in New York City will bring together the most influential people in retail to support the next generation of talent and recognize the innovators who are changing the industry. Make an impact with your sponsorship. View our 2020 Commitment Form for sponsorship details. 

How to get involved:

 

1. Host a Table

Bring your executive team to this must-attend event with your purchase of a table. You can also purchase a table for our student scholarship recipients.

Inspiring Future Leaders $100,000
Two tables of 10 - Sponsor 10 NRF Foundation students - Your company logo on event website - Full screen tribute during event - Logo on Times Square reader board (night of) - Full page tribute in program guide
Igniting Innovation $75,000
Two tables of 10 - Your company logo on event website - Full screen tribute during event - Listing on Times Square reader board (night of) - Full page tribute in program guide
Creating Opportunities $50,000
One table of 12 - Your company listing on event website - Full screen tribute during event - Full page tribute in program guide
Sparking Imagination $25,000
One table of 10 - Your company listing on event website - Full screen tribute during event - Listing in program guide

2. Buy a tribute

Show that you believe in the retail industry even if you can’t attend the event. Opportunities are available at the following levels:

$50,000

Company listing on event website

Listing in the program

Full page in program

Full screen tribute during event

Full screen tribute on Times Square reader board (night of)

$25,000

Company listing on event website

Listing in the program

Full page in program

Full screen tribute during event

Logo listing on Times Square reader board (night of)

$15,000

Company listing on event website

Listing in the program

Listing on screen during event

Half page in program

$10,000

Company listing on event website

Listing in the program

Listing on screen during event

Quarter page in program

3. Contribute to the gift bag

Showcase your company’s product in the guest gift bags (quantity of 1,200 required; submissions are subject to approval).