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Thursday, November 14, 2024

Union Station | Washington, DC

A gala to celebrate the future of children's health

What

This signature fundraiser brings together local business leaders, partners and friends to network and raise critical support for Children’s National Hospital.

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Why

Your support funds exceptional pediatric care and research that leads to new treatments and cures. U.S. News & World Report ranked Children’s National the nation’s No. 5 children’s hospital.

Where

Union Station, Washington, DC

How

Become a sponsor of White Hat Gala 2024 to support Children’s National!

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Event Details

The White Hat Gala, hosted by experts in cybersecurity, technology and AI, supports Children’s National Hospital. This signature event unites innovators and philanthropists to advance pediatric healthcare. It also attracts leaders from finance, legal and federal government sectors. The event has raised more than $3.7 million for Children’s National patients and families since 2013.

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Date & Time

Thursday, November 14, 2024

Location

Union Station in Washington, DC

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Keynote Speaker

General Paul M. Nakasone (USA, Ret.), former Commander of U.S. Cyber Command and Director, National Security Agency

Contact Us

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301-565-8500

Event Schedule

6:30 p.m.	Networking Reception with Cocktails and Hors d’Oeuvres
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.	Dinner and Program with Keynote Speaker General Paul M. Nakasone (USA, Ret.)
9:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.	Dessert Reception with Networking and Entertainment

Committee

Thank you White Hat Gala 2024 Leadership Committee for your dedication to children’s health and service to our community. To learn more about 2024 committee opportunities, please contact Megan Harbold.

Gala Chair

John Martinez, Maximus

Co-Chairs

Nate Lesser, Children’s National Hospital
Joe Schramm, Saviynt

Leadership Committee

Mike Baker, DXC
Joanna Baltes, Exelon
Andrew Blair, Blair Advisory
Phil D’Angio, Delinea
Rick Hannah, Presidio
Paul Innella, TDI
Jacy Kent
John Loughner, Children's National Hospital Foundation
Brian Morrison, General Dynamics Mission Systems and Mary-Leigh Morrison
Rob Nichols, American Bankers Association
Mohana Opesh, EY
Jayesh Panchal, Mckinley Chase LLC
Monica Patel, Children's National Hospital
Sunita Patel, Micron
Tim Sandage, AWS
Mark Schamel, Venable
Chad Sweet, Chertoff Capital
Max Timko, Cisco - Potomac Select
Dave Trout, Secure IT
Aaron Wajsgras, Nightwing
Eric Wenger, Cisco
Jen Zucker, Greenberg Traurig

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Sponsor Opportunties

There are many ways to support the White Hat Gala – the most impactful way is to sponsor the event. To learn more about 2024 opportunities and benefits, please contact Samantha Frankel (Senior Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships).

PREMIER SPONSOR | $150,000 (1 Opportunity Available)

Event Benefits:

Three (3) tables of ten (10) seats, with front row VIP seating
Opportunity for a Children’s National executive to join your host table
Main stage acknowledgement by Children’s National executive or event leadership
Highest logo or name placement on all digital and printed materials, as available (including invitation, program and signage)*
Full-screen tribute ad in event digital slideshow
Premier Sponsor signage throughout the welcome and reception areas
Logo or name recognition on the Gala website with a link to your organization, if applicable
Tabletop logo or name recognition on sponsored table at the Gala
Opportunity to distribute premium company giveaway of your choice or branding opportunity on pre-selected favor
Opportunity to brand a signature cocktail
Recognition in post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal

Additional Benefits:

One (1) seat on the Children’s National Hospital Foundation’s Corporate Advisory Council
Opportunity for a behind-the-scenes experience at Children’s National, such as shadowing a physician or research scientist for a day, a customized hospital tour or a patient play date for your employees (tailored to your interests and area of focus)
Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

DIAMOND SPONSOR | $75,000

Event Benefits:

Two (2) tables of ten (10) seats with premium seating
Opportunity for a Children’s National executive to join your host table
Main stage acknowledgement by Children’s National executive or event leadership
Full-screen tribute ad in event digital slideshow
Tabletop logo or name recognition on sponsored table at the Gala
Logo or name recognition on the digital invitation and in the event program*
Logo or name recognition on sponsor signage during the cocktail reception*
Logo or name recognition on the Gala website with a link to your organization, if applicable
Opportunity to distribute a premium company giveaway to Gala attendees
Opportunity to brand a signature cocktail
Recognition in post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal

Additional Benefits:

Opportunity for a behind-the-scenes experience at Children’s National, such as shadowing a physician or research scientist for a day, a customized hospital tour or a patient play date for your employees (tailored to your interests and area of focus)
Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

BOND SPONSOR | $50,000

Event Benefits:

Two (2) tables of ten (10) seats with prime seating
Full-screen tribute ad in event digital slideshow
Main stage acknowledgement by Children’s National executive or event leadership
Tabletop logo or name recognition on sponsored table at the Gala
Logo or name recognition on the digital invitation and in the event program*
Logo or name recognition on sponsor signage during the cocktail reception*
Logo or name recognition on the Gala website with a link to your organization, if applicable
Opportunity to distribute a premium company giveaway to Gala attendees
Opportunity to brand a signature cocktail
Recognition in post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal

Additional Benefits:

Opportunity for a customized hospital tour tailored for your interests and area of focus
Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

SKYFALL SPONSOR | $25,000

Event Benefits:

One (1) table of ten (10) seats with priority seating
Main stage acknowledgement by Children’s National executive or event leadership
Full-screen tribute ad in event digital slideshow
Tabletop logo or name recognition on sponsored table at the Gala
Logo or name recognition on the digital invitation and in the event program*
Logo or name recognition on sponsor signage during the cocktail reception*
Logo or name recognition on the Gala website with link to your organization, if applicable
Recognition in post-event advertisement in Washington Business Journal

Additional Benefits:

Membership as a leadership donor in the Champions for Every Child annual corporate
recognition program or the Children’s Circle of Care annual individual recognition program

GOLDENEYE SPONSOR | $15,000

Event Benefits:

One (1) table of ten (10) seats
Tabletop logo or name recognition on sponsored table at the Gala
Logo or name recognition in the event digital slideshow
Logo or name recognition on the digital invitation and in the event program*
Logo or name recognition on sponsor signage during the cocktail reception*
Logo or name recognition on the Gala website with a link to your organization, if applicable
Recognition in post-event advertisement in the Washington Business Journal

Additional Benefits:

For individuals: Membership as a leadership donor in Children’s Circle of Care with all included benefits

MOONRAKER SPONSOR | $10,000

QUANTUM SPONSOR | $5,000

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Purchase your sponsorship level. You can make this payment online by clicking the link below or downloading the Sponsor Commitment Form to complete and mail.

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This signature fundraiser brings together local business leaders, partners and friends to network and raise critical support for Children’s National Hospital.

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Your support funds exceptional pediatric care and research that leads to new treatments and cures. U.S. News & World Report ranked Children’s National the nation’s No. 5 children's hospital.

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