A Jekyll Island Foundation
Annual Getaway & Gala
May 2 – 4, 2025 | Jekyll Island
A getaway with a greater cause
The Jekyll Island Foundation invites you to be part of something special: Jekyll Island | Gilded & Wild – a celebration of the stewardship of Georgia’s most intriguing barrier island. Gilded & Wild highlights conservation, preservation, and education, supporting Jekyll Island Foundation’s mission to help preserve and enhance the island’s natural and historic treasures for future generations.
a weekend of discovery
Friday – Sunday, May 2 – 4
Friday
- Arrive at your leisure early Friday, check in at registration, and browse the auction while connecting with friends old and new
- Sponsors gather for a private reception in the Grand Dining Room at the Jekyll Island Club Resort
- Attendees enjoy a progressive cocktail reception through the Historic District while reliving the Gilded Age
Saturday
- Attendees choose from an array of private, curated island excursions for the day
- Relax and refresh as you prepare for Saturday evening’s cocktail reception
- Enjoy a gilded black-tie gala, with silent and live auction at the oceanfront Jekyll Island Convention Center
Sunday
- Enjoy a casual breakfast at your leisure. Be sure to pick up your auction wins!
Join us as an event sponsor
We’re seeking exceptional partners to help create a legendary event! Join us as a Founding Sponsor and play a crucial role in fostering a vibrant atmosphere while also championing Jekyll Island’s natural and cultural history.
| Sponsorship Opportunities | Sustainer $25,000 | Steward $15,000 | Guardian $10,000 | Advocate $5,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invitation to Private Sponsor Reception – Friday | 4 | 2 | 2 | – |
| Invitation to Millionaire’s Mixer – Friday | 4 | 2 | – | 2 |
| Invitation to a VIP Excursion – Saturday | 2 | 2 | – | – |
| Complimentary Excursions – Saturday | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Table Seating for Evening Gala – Saturday | 2 | – | – | – |
| Invitation to Evening Gala – Saturday | 6 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 2 Night Accommodations at Jekyll Island Club Resort* | 4 rooms | 2 rooms | 1 room | – |
| Print Ad in the Official Event Program | full page | 1/2 page | 1/4 page | – |
| Company Recognition on Event Sponsor Signage | logo | logo | logo | name |
| Company Recognition on Event Promotional Ads | logo | logo | logo | name |
| Company Information on Event Website | logo & link | logo & link | logo & link | name |
| Recognition on Jekyll Island Foundation Social Media Channels | 6 posts | 4 posts | 2 posts | 1 post |
| Recognition in Jekyll Island Foundation Newsletter | 2 dedicated mentions & 1 direct mention | 1 dedicated mention & 1 direct mention | 2 dedicated mentions | 1 direct mention |
| Special Recognition during Friday & Saturday Receptions | Verbal | Verbal | ||
| VIP Commemorative Welcome Bag | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
To sponsor, please contact the Jekyll Island Foundation.
(912) 635-4100 info@jekyllislandfoundation.org
Gilded & Wild Live Auction
Auction item registration coming soon!
We invite you to contribute to our silent and live auctions—where every donation matters, from items or a trip to unique experiences. Silent auction items will be on display and open for bidding throughout the weekend, with bidding closing just before the gala on Saturday evening. The live auction will take place during the gala.