Upcoming Events at Barber National Institute

Interested in learning more about our major event sponsorships? Check out our 2024 Sponsorship Packet.

 

Ladies Only Luncheon

November 23, 2024 | The Kahkwa Club

The Ladies Only Luncheon is held annually on the Saturday before Thanksgiving to support educational and therapeutic services for children at the Barber National Institute.

Guests are treated to a scrumptious lunch, time for socializing, and opportunities to win bountiful gift baskets as well as the Premier and Diva Prizes.

Diamond Sponsor - $5,000 and up

Emerald Sponsor - $3,000 - $4,999

Garnet Sponsor - $1,000 - $2,999

These sponsorships receive:

  • Guest admissions (Diamond 5, Emerald 3, Garnet 2)
  • Recognition and logo on invitation, program and all printed materials
  • Your logo and sponsorship published on our webpage and social media with a link to your website
  • A photo opportunity following the luncheon
  • Signage with logo at the event
  • Framed student artwork for display in your business

Business Donations - $250 - $999

  • One guest admission ($75 value)
  • Acknowledgment in the program book
  • Your name listed on our webpage

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Barber Christmas Ball

December 14, 2024 |  Bayfront Convention Center

Ring in the holiday season with family and friends at the 60th annual Barber Christmas Ball. Join us for a night that glitters with the spirit of the season as we come together to make this holiday season truly shine!

The event features live music, delicious food, and spectacular decorations in a beautiful setting on Erie’s bayfront.  Plan now to celebrate with friends, family, and neighbors to ring in the holiday season for a great cause.

The Barber Christmas Ball is a community event open to all!  You do not need a formal invitation to attend, but if you would like to receive one, please send your name and address to events@barberni.org

Reservations include an array of heavy hors d’oeuvres, desserts, two cocktails, and complimentary valet parking (cash bar also provided.)

Many sponsorship opportunities are available for this longstanding Erie event tradition.

Diamond Sponsor - $10,000
A table of ten at the event, website promotion, inclusion in the program, recognition at the event, and  featured sponsorship (choice of band, centerpieces, food, dessert table) .

Gold Sponsor - $5,000
A table of ten at the event, website promotion, inclusion in program, and recognition at the event.

Emerald Sponsor - $2,500
Includes four reservations, website promotion, inclusion in the program, and recognition at the event.

Garnet Sponsor - $1,000 
Includes two reservations, website promotion, inclusion in the program and recognition at the event.

Make a Reservation Make a Donation 2023 Ball Highlights

 

Art Show & Sale

April 24-28, 2025 | Online & In Person

The region’s largest and most diverse Art Show is a hybrid experience of in-person & virtual art. The show opens with an in-person Donor Debut for donors and participating artists, and will be open in-person and online to the public. The exhibit features a wide variety of artwork from adult and youth artists from throughout the region.

Call for Artists: March 13-15  

Naming Rights Sponsor - $7,500 

Brand this event with your company name! Prominent recognition at the top of every page on our sale platform and all other marketing.

Donor Debut Sponsor - $5,000 
Brand the in-person event, when artists and supporters enjoy a sneak peek before the galleries open to the public. Prominent recognition at the event.

Call for Entries Sponsor - $3,000
Prominent recognition as the Call for Entries sponsor prior to the show on all entry forms - online and in print! Sponsor must be committed by January 16.

Awards Sponsor - $2,000
Your company’s logo will take the main stage as artists are recognized and presented with their awards.

 Past Art Show Highlights Make a Donation Learn More

 

Shillelagh Golf Tournament

June 12, 2025 | Whispering Woods Golf Course

The Shillelagh Golf Tournament has been an Erie tradition for more than 25 years and provides an enjoyable day on the links in support of a good cause. The event includes lunch, dinner and a round of golf on one of the area's most versatile and scenic courses.   

Whether you're an expert or novice golfer, you can support the Barber National Institute through the Shillelagh Golf Tournament at Whispering Woods Golf Course by bringing your foursome or becoming a sponsor.

Sponsorships that include a foursome:
Dinner Sponsor - $6,000 
Lunch Sponsor - $3,000 
Dinner Raffle Sponsor - $2,500 
Super Raffle Sponsor - $2,500 
Coffee Kick-Off Sponsor - $2,000
Snack Sponsor - $2,000
Driving Range Sponsor - $1,500 
Putting Green Sponsor - $1,500

Cart Sponsor - $1,500 
Par 3 Challenge Sponsor - $1,500 
Team Sponsor - $850 


Sponsorships that do not include a foursome:
Hole Sponsor - $300 - 2’ x 1.5’ course sign
Shillelagh Sponsor - $500 - 3’ x 2’ course sign

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Barber Beast on the Bay

September 6, 2025 | Presque Isle State Park

Barber Beast on the Bay is an obstacle course challenge at Presque Isle State Park (USA Today’s ‘Best Pennsylvania Attraction’) in Erie, PA.  The event covers 10 miles of sand, water, and trails – it’s the nature of the Beast! 

Participants run, jump, climb and crawl across more than 30 natural and manmade obstacles on the shores of Lake Erie at the biggest obstacle course race in Erie, PA.  While they are tackling their own challenges during the Beast, they are also helping children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral health challenges at the  Barber National Institute who take on their own obstacles every day, as the event supports the non-profit and the more than 6,300 individuals it serves annually.

one-mile adapted course is also offered for those ages 12+ with physical or intellectual disabilities at Waldameer, a theme park in Erie, PA next to Presque Isle State Park. The 10-Mile Course and Adapted Course come together for the final obstacles and all participants cross the finish line together!

Includes team of 10:
Participant Medal Sponsor - $10,000
10-Mile Course Map Sponsor - $10,000
Participant Shirt Sponsor - $10,000

Includes team of 7:
Adapted Course - $7,500
Beast Crew Sponsor - $7,500 (2 AVAILABLE)

Includes team of 5:
Cheer Zone Sponsor - $5,000
Power Up Electrolyte Sponsor - $5,000
Photo Booth Sponsor - $5,000 
‘The Beast’ Sponsor - $5,000 

General Sponsorship:
Supporting Sponsor - $2,500
Refueling + Water Station - $2,000 -  6 available
Friends of the Beast- $1,000


These must be committed by August 1st.

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