Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Indiana Donor Network Foundation, a 501(c)(3) subsidiary of Indiana Donor Network, exists to support the people most impacted by organ and tissue donation: transplant recipients, patients waiting for a lifesaving transplant and the families of donor heroes.
Through both general contributions and dedicated funds — including the Angel Fund, Bryan Clauson Legacy Fund, Donor Memorial Fund and Scholarship Fund — we provide direct financial assistance, emotional support and healing opportunities to those navigating the transplant journey or grieving the loss of a loved one who gave the gift of life.
At the Donor Memorial inside Indiana Donor Network Headquarters, the family of a donor hero pauses to reflect on their loved one’s legacy — a lasting tribute to a selfless individual who gave the gift of life.
Ari, Ma’Lasijah and Vivi who have attended Donor Hero Camp together for several years, share what attending camp has meant to them with Angel Fund Gala guests.
Our mission is further advanced through the successful hosting of several key fundraising events throughout the year, including:
- Angel Fund Gala: This prestigious evening event brings together business and healthcare executives, clinicians and community partners to celebrate the lifesaving gift of organ donation and raise funds for the Angel Fund, which allows up to 100 children related to donor heroes to attend our annual Donor Hero Camp at no cost to their families. It also provides financial assistance to those waiting on a lifesaving transplant or those who have received the gift of life.
- Fore Life Open: Our annual golf tournament, at the coveted Brickyard Crossing, is where participants enjoy a day on the greens while contributing to critical funds for families of donor heroes and transplant recipients.
- Strut 2 Save Lives: This vibrant community event features a fun and energetic dog walk and aims to raise awareness about organ donation while encouraging more people to register as donors. Funds raised go toward the Bryan Clauson Legacy Fund, which provides support for families of donor heroes during the donation process.
- Walk to Save Lives: Our highest-attended event each year, the Walk to Save Lives takes place in downtown Indianapolis, where we welcome families of donor heroes, transplant recipients, living donors, healthcare partners and anyone else across the state to walk together in support of organ and tissue donation, with the goal of increasing public awareness and honoring those impacted by donation and transplantation.
Corporate sponsors are essential to our success. Your support ensures more of the funds raised go directly to the people who need them most — those living through the challenges and triumphs of donation and transplantation. In return, sponsors receive meaningful visibility, community recognition and a clear connection to a cause that saves and transforms lives.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a lasting impact. We look forward to partnering with you to extend hope and healing to more individuals and families across our state.
Kellie Tremain
President and CEO, Indiana Donor Network
George Nicolich
Board Chair, Indiana Donor Network Foundation
Angel Fund Gala
Every year, the Angel Fund Gala features an incredible silent auction, filled with unique items and unforgettable experiences donated by our generous partners and local businesses. 100% of the proceeds for the event, including those from the auction, go directly to supporting the families of donor heroes, transplant recipients, and those waiting for a life-saving transplant.
The gala features an evening of fine dining, inspiring stories and live entertainment, creating an opportunity for attendees to engage with and support a cause that makes a real difference. In 2025, the Angel Fund gave out $42,190.73 in medication assistance, $5,344.51 in parking passes and gas cards, and $46,635.15 on Donor Hero Camp.
A special highlight of the evening is the presentation of the Champions for Donation awards. These awards recognize individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the field of organ and tissue donation, celebrating their dedication and impact.
DATE: Friday, March 5, 2027
LOCATION: The Crane Bay Event Center, Indianapolis
ATTENDEES: Approximately 300 guests
| Presenting Sponsor $17,500CLAIMED | Direct Ask Matching Sponsor $15,000 | Platinum Sponsors $10,000 | Gold Sponsors $7,500 | Silver Sponsors $5,000 | Table Sponsors $3,500 | |
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| Exclusive Presenting Sponsor | X | |||||
| Exclusive Direct Ask Matching Sponsor | X | |||||
| Speaking opportunity during the program | X | X | X | |||
| Recognition on Indiana Donor Network social posts promoting the event | X | X | X | X | ||
| Verbal acknowledgement during the program | X | X | X | X | ||
| Recognition on event signage and materials | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Logo on event webpage | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Attendee gifts | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Preferential seating | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Tickets to the event (includes food, beverages and entertainment) | 16 (two tables) | 16 (two tables) | 8 (one table) | 8 (one table) | 8 (one table) | 8 (one table) |
| Organization listed in annual report | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Click the items below to view the different sponsorship levels and their offerings.
- Exclusive Presenting Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on Indiana Donor Network social posts promoting the event
- Verbal acknowledgement during the program
- Recognition on event signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- Attendee gift
- Preferential seating
- 16 (two tables) tickets to the event (includes food, beverages and entertainment)
- Organization listed in annual report
- Exclusive Direct Ask Matching Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on Indiana Donor Network social posts promoting the event
- Verbal acknowledgement during the program
- Recognition on event signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- Attendee gift
- Preferential seating
- 16 (two tables) tickets to the event (includes food, beverages and entertainment)
- Organization listed in annual report
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on Indiana Donor Network social posts promoting the event
- Verbal acknowledgement during the program
- Recognition on event signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- Attendee gift
- Preferential seating
- 8 (one table) tickets to the event (includes food, beverages and entertainment)
- Organization listed in annual report
- Recognition on Indiana Donor Network social posts promoting the event
- Verbal acknowledgement during the program
- Recognition on event signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- Attendee gift
- Preferential seating
- 8 (one table) tickets to the event (includes food, beverages and entertainment)
- Organization listed in annual report
- Recognition on event signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- Attendee gift
- Preferential seating
- 8 (one table) tickets to the event (includes food, beverages and entertainment)
- Organization listed in annual report
- Attendee gift
- Preferential seating
- 8 (one table) tickets to the event (includes food, beverages and entertainment)
- Organization listed in annual report
Other ways to get involved:
- Purchase an individual ticket: $400
- Sponsors interested in enhancing their partnership by sponsoring additional event activities, such as a photo booth or coat check, can arrange these options with us.
- Unable to contribute financially but still want to support the Angel Fund Gala? We are also grateful for contributions such as those listed below that can be used in our silent auction to benefit the event.
- Experiences
- Tickets (sporting event, movie, theater, etc.)
- Food or beverage donations
- Gift cards
- Gift baskets
- Memorabilia
Fore Life Open
Funds raised at this event allowed us to award $25,000 in scholarships.
This highly anticipated, sure to sell-out event unites golf enthusiasts, community leaders and supporters for a day of friendly competition on the course, complemented by a post-tournament reception. Participants enjoy a challenging round of golf at the one and only Brickyard Crossing, valuable networking opportunities and the chance to engage with others passionate about advancing organ donation and transplantation.
DATE: Tuesday, May 11, 2027
LOCATION: Brickyard Crossing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
ATTENDEES: 144 guests
| Presenting Sponsor $12,500 CLAIMED | Eagle Sponsors $10,000 | Birdie Sponsors $7,500 | Par Sponsors $5,000 | Beverage Cart $2,500 | Hole Sponsors $500 | |
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| Exclusive Presenting Sponsor | X | |||||
| Speaking opportunity during the program | X | X | ||||
| Recognition on event-related marketing materials | X | X | X | |||
| Registrations to play (includes food and beverages) | 2 teams of 4 players | 1 team of 4 players | 1 team of 4 players | 1 team of 4 players | ||
| Recognition on event-day signage and materials | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Logo on event webpage | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Event signage at designated hole(s) | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Organization listed in annual report | X | X | X | X | X | X |
- Exclusive Presenting Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Registrations to play for 2 teams of 4 players (includes food and beverages)
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Logo on event webpage
- Event signage at 4 designated holes
- Organization listed in annual report
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Registrations to play for 1 team of 4 players (includes food and beverages)
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Logo on event webpage
- Event signage at 2 designated holes
- Organization listed in annual report
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Registrations to play for 1 team of 4 players (includes food and beverages)
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Logo on event webpage
- Event signage at 2 designated holes
- Organization listed in annual report
- Registrations to play for 1 team of 4 players (includes food and beverages)
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Logo on event webpage
- Event signage at 1 designated hole
- Organization listed in annual report
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Logo on event webpage
- Event signage at 1 designated hole
- Organization listed in annual report
- Event signage at 1 designated hole
- Organization listed in annual report
Other ways to get involved:
- Purchase an individual registration: $500
- Purchase a team registration: $2,000
- Sponsors interested in enhancing their partnership by sponsoring additional event activities, such as the beverage cart or
players gifts, can arrange these options with us.
Strut 2 Save Lives
Funded by the Bryan Clauson Legacy Fund, the Bryan Clauson Legacy Suite is a one-of-a-kind intensive care room at Indiana Donor Network. The suite provides a private space for families to spend time with their loved one as preparations are made for them to become a donor hero.
This dynamic community event is inspired by the legacy of Bryan Clauson, a beloved Indiana native racecar driver, donor hero, brother and son. In 2016, Bryan saved five lives as an organ donor and healed countless others as a tissue donor.
This vibrant event features a spirited dog walk in Noblesville, bringing together participants to celebrate Bryan’s legacy, advocate for organ donor registration and support the Bryan Clauson Legacy Fund.
The Bryan Clauson Legacy Fund provides critical support to families affected by organ donation and transplantation. It offers financial assistance for medical expenses, travel and other essential needs, ensuring that families can focus on their loved ones’ donation and their own grief without added stress. In 2025, the BC Legacy Fund utilized $20,724 to assist donor families. Through this support, 59 donor hero families received assistance with essential expenses, including hotel accommodations, transportation, and meals.
DATE: Sunday, September 20, 2026
LOCATION: Dillon Park Events Lawn
ATTENDEES: 250+ guests and 175+ pups
| Great Dane Sponsor $5,000 | Saint Bernard Sponsor $2,500 | Golden Retriever Sponsors $1,000 | Beagle Sponsors $500 | Chihuahua Sponsors $250 | |
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| Exclusive Presenting Sponsor | X | ||||
| Speaking opportunity during the program | X | X | |||
| Recognition on event-related marketing materials | X | X | X | ||
| Recognition on event-day signage and materials | X | X | X | X | |
| Logo on event webpage | X | X | X | X | X |
| Registrations for the event | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event | X | X | X | X | X |
- Exclusive Presenting Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- 20 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- 15 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- 10 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- 5 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Logo on event webpage
- 2 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
Other ways to get involved:
- Sponsors interested in enhancing their partnership by sponsoring additional event activities, such as the DJ or attendee
giveaways, can arrange these options with us. - Unable to contribute financially but still want to support the Strut 2 Save Lives? We are also grateful for contributions such
as those listed below that can be used in our silent auction to benefit the event.- Experiences
- Tickets (sporting event, movie, theater, etc.)
- Food or beverage donations
- Gift cards
- Gift baskets
- Memorabilia
Walk to Save Lives
At the Walk to Save Lives, families of donor heroes and transplant recipients share their personal stories and reflect on the profound impact that donation has had on their lives. Their experiences highlight the hope, healing, and second chances made possible through the gift of donation.
This powerful state-wide event unites organizations and individuals impacted by organ and tissue donation and transplantation. The walk provides a meaningful platform for those affected by donation and transplantation to connect, share their stories and support a shared mission.
DATE: Saturday, October 10, 2026
LOCATION: Celebration Plaza White River State Park
ATTENDEES: 650+ guests
| Presenting Sponsor $5,000 | Champion Sponsors $2,500 | Hero Sponsors $1,000 | Advocate Sponsors $500 | Supporting Sponsors $250 | |
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| Exclusive Presenting Sponsor | X | ||||
| Speaking opportunity during the program | X | X | |||
| Recognition on event-related marketing materials | X | X | X | ||
| Recognition on event-day signage and materials | X | X | X | X | |
| Logo on event webpage | X | X | X | X | X |
| Registrations for the event | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event | X | X | X | X | X |
- Exclusive Presenting Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- 20 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Speaking opportunity during the program
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- 15 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Recognition on event-related marketing materials
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- 10 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Recognition on event-day signage and materials
- Logo on event webpage
- 5 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
- Logo on event webpage
- 2 registrations for the event
- Opportunity to display products, services or company marketing materials at event
Other ways to get involved:
- Sponsors interested in enhancing their partnership by sponsoring additional event activities, such as the DJ or attendee
giveaways, can arrange these options with us.
Your partnership as a sponsor would significantly enhance the impact of these events. It would not only provide crucial resources but also offer your organization prominent recognition and the chance to demonstrate a strong commitment to a cause that truly changes lives.
We deeply value your consideration and are excited about the possibility of collaborating with you. Please complete the form below or reach out directly if you have any questions or need additional information. We would be delighted to discuss how we can tailor our partnership to best align with your goals and maximize the impact of your support.
Warmest regards,
Savannah Gaddy
Event and Fundraising Lead
Lynn Gagel
Legal Affairs and Outreach Coordinator
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