Events
Annual Gala
Each fall, the Spirit of Construction Foundation hosts a black-tie optional dinner and gala, known as the “Celebration of Construction Gala,” which celebrates the construction industry and recognizes individuals for their lifetime contributions to the industry and the civic, aesthetic, and economic well-being of the Greater Cincinnati region. At this event, the Spirit of Construction Foundation also recognizes college and military scholarship award recipients and education-based grant recipients. It is an event to remember!
Save the Date!
Mark your calendars and plan to join us for the 2024 Celebration of Construction Gala on October 19, 2024! The event will be held at a new location this year – the Northern Kentucky Convention Center.
Watch this page for additional information surrounding the 2024 Celebration of Construction Gala.
The Annual Celebration of Construction Gala
TICKET OPTIONS
INDIVIDUAL: $450
TABLE OF EIGHT: $3,500
READY TO PURCHASE?
Call Tony Brunsman today at (513) 382-4315.
Sponsorships
GOLD SPONSOR
$12,500
- Two reserved tables for eight each (16 total guests) with priority placement
- 8 VIP Parking Passes
- Prominent recognition in invitation
- Company logo displayed in video
- Recognized in event print program
- Incorporated into relevant media releases and SOC website
- Annual Spirit Membership
BAND SPONSOR
$10,000
- Recognized in invitation
- Recognized in event print program
- Annual Spirit Membership
- Signage identifying the sponsor
- Company logo displayed
- 4 Patron tickets
SILVER SPONSOR
$7,500
- One reserved table for eight guests with priority placement
- Recognized in invitation
- Recognized in the video display
- Recognized in event print program
- Annual Spirit Membership
DESSERT SPONSOR
$5,000
(Two Available)
- Sponsor the reception’s always-tasty dessert
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage and logo identifying the sponsor
- Two Patron tickets
WELCOME GALA SPONSOR
$5,000
- Photos of Guests
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage and logo identifying the sponsor
- 4 Patron tickets
AFTER DINNER FESTIVITIES SPONSOR
(SOLD)
- Sponsor the best party in town
- Sponsorship provides guests with Skyline Cheese Coneys and White Castle Sliders
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage and logo identifying the sponsor
- 4 Patron tickets
PAINTED T-SHIRT SPONSOR
(SOLD)
- Sponsorship provides guests with gala-painted T-shirts at the event
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage and logo identifying the sponsor
- 4 Patron tickets
PHOTO BOOTH SPONSOR
$5,000
- Photo Booth with corporate logo in the background
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage and logo identifying the sponsor
- 4 Patron tickets
PHOTO CUBE SPONSOR
$4,500
- Photo Booth with corporate logo in the background
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage and logo identifying the sponsor
- 4 Patron tickets
GALA SIGNATURE DRINK SPONSOR
$3,500
- Sponsor the reception’s flamboyant signature cocktail (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage and logo identifying the sponsor
- 4 Patron tickets
PARKING SPONSOR
$8,000
- Will pay for all event parking
- Garage will be re-named in your honor (for one day)
- Recognized in invitation
- Recognized in event print program
- Annual Spirit Membership
- Signage identifying the sponsor/company logo displayed
- 4 Patron tickets
PATRON TABLE SPONSOR
$3,500
- One reserved table for eight
- Recognized in invitation
- Recognized in event print program
- Annual Spirit Membership
TABLE WINE SPONSOR
$3,000
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage identifying the sponsor
- Company logo displayed at the display
- 2 Patron tickets
BOURBON BAR SIGNATURE SPONSOR
$3,000
(2 available)
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage and logo identifying the sponsors
- 2 Patron tickets
BAR SPONSOR
$2,000
(10 available)
- Recognized in event print program
- Signage identifying the sponsor
- Company logo displayed at the designated station
- 2 Patron tickets
HORS D'OEUVRE SPONSOR
$2,500
(6 available)
- Recognized in invitation
- Recognized in event print program
- Annual Spirit membership
- Signage identifying the sponsor
- Company logo displayed
- 2 Patron tickets
Spring Fling
We support local community outreach initiatives that educate young people about the benefits of a career in construction. The programs serve a range of ages, from grade-school students to adults. We provide more than just funds — we also deploy volunteers who share collective insights about the industry and make introductions for those interested in entering the field.
In 2023, Spirit of Construction proudly distributed a combined $80,000 to 15 local, education-based organizations that provided Greater Cincinnati’s youth with the training and skills they need to begin successful careers in construction.
This year, we had the honor of distributing $105,000 to 16 education-based organizations! We’ll be learning more about their exciting educational programs in the coming weeks.
Other Events
Networking Events
Spirit of Construction hosts regular networking events throughout the year as part of our goal to connect the future of construction with the women and men who are so integral to the industry today.
Over the past 5 years, we have contributed over $1.2 million to the programs we support. Last year alone, we raised over $500,000. This year, our goal is $1.3 million.
Why Spirit of Construction?
We focus on encouraging growth, education, and community enhancement projects. Because of this, The Spirit of Construction Foundation is a friend to many local organizations.
Over the past 5 years (in addition to scholarship funding), the SOC Foundation has contributed over $760,000 towards outreach and $1.2 Million since its founding.