300th Birthday Sponsorship
HAPPY 300th BIRTHDAY TO OUR GRAND LADY!.
In 2026, the French Castle, the oldest building on the Great Lakes, will celebrate its 300th birthday. This iconic structure has witnessed three centuries of history and we are planning a celebration worthy of her legacy. We kindly ask for your support as we wish this grand lady a Happy 300th birthday.
Sponsorship opportunities:
Presenting Sponsor: $10,000
Commander’s Society Sponsor: $5,000
Loyal Defender Sponsor: $2,500
French Castle Guardian Sponsor: $1,500
French Castle Companion Sponsor: $500 or (AutoPay: $50/mo for 10 months)
Friend of the French Castle Sponsor: $300 or (AutoPay: $30/mo for 10 months or $20/mo for 15 months)
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Prefer to mail a check? Please send your contribution to the address below. Make sure to include "Fort 300, or French Castle 300" in the memo!
Old Fort Niagara Association
Memo: Fort 300, or French Castle 300
PO Box 169, Youngstown, NY 14174
For more information or questions, please contact: Bob Emerson, Executive Director 716-745-7611 ext 228 remerson@oldfortniagara.org
Friend of the French Castle Sponsor
SPONSOR TODAYYour company will be featured with the following exposure and benefits:
(2) complimentary tickets to a special sponsors & media only "French Castle by Candlelight" event & dessert reception - December 2026
(4) anytime tickets to Old Fort Niagara - valid for 2026
Special acknowledgement on Old Fort Niagara's website - www.oldfortniagara.org
Special "thank you" acknowledgement in social media posts
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French Castle Companion Sponsor
SPONSOR TODAYYour company will be featured with the following exposure and benefits:
(4) complimentary tickets to a special sponsors & media only "French Castle by Candlelight" event & dessert reception - December 2026
(6) anytime tickets to Old Fort Niagara valid for 2026
Special acknowledgement on Old Fort Niagara's website - www.oldfortniagara.org
Special "thank you" acknowledgement in social media posts
French Castle Guardian Sponsor
SPONSOR TODAYYour company will be featured with the following exposure and benefits:
(4) VIP tickets & preferred parking for the Rededication Ceremony of the French Castle 300 event on June 6, 2026
(4) complimentary tickets to a special sponsors & media only "French Castle by Candlelight" event & dessert reception - December 2026
(10) anytime tickets to Old Fort Niagara valid for 2026
Special acknowledgement on Old Fort Niagara's website - www.oldfortniagara.org
Special "thank you" acknowledgement in social media posts
Summer-long recognition on signage at the Old Fort Niagara Visitor Center June - August
Loyal Defender Sponsor
SPONSOR TODAYYour company will be featured with the following exposure and benefits:
(6) VIP tickets & preferred parking for the Rededication Ceremony of the French Castle 300 event on June 6, 2026
(6) complimentary tickets to a special sponsors & media only "French Castle by Candlelight" event & dessert reception - December 2026
(20) anytime tickets to Old Fort Niagara valid for 2026
Special acknowledgement on Old Fort Niagara's website - www.oldfortniagara.org
Special "thank you" acknowledgement in social media posts
Summer-long recognition on signage at the Old Fort Niagara Visitor Center June - August
Commander's Society
SPONSOR TODAYYour company will be featured with the following exposure and benefits:
(12) VIP tickets & preferred parking for the Rededication Ceremony of the French Castle 300 event on June 6, 2026
(12) complimentary tickets to a special sponsors & media only "French Castle by Candlelight" event & dessert reception - December 2026
(40) anytime tickets to Old Fort Niagara - valid for 2026
(12) VIP Seats for a soon to be announced exciting "After Dark" event on August 1, 2026
Recognition in over $30,000 of media exposure primarily broadcast & streaming television
Special acknowledgement on Old Fort Niagara's website - www.oldfortniagara.org
Special "thank you" acknowledgement in social media posts
Summer-long recognition on signage at the Old Fort Niagara Visitor Center June - August 2026
Presenting Sponsor
SPONSOR TODAYYour company will be featured with the following exposure and benefits:
(18) VIP tickets & preferred parking for the Rededication Ceremony of the French Castle 300 event on June 6, 2026
(18) complimentary tickets to a special sponsors & media only "French Castle by Candlelight" event & dessert reception - December 2026
(60) anytime tickets to Old Fort Niagara valid for 2026
(18) VIP Seats for a soon to be announced exciting "After Dark" event on August 1, 2026
Prominent inclusion in over $30,000 of media exposure - primarily broadcast & streaming television
Special acknowledgement in extensive regional press outreach
Special acknowledgement on Old Fort Niagara's website - www.oldfortniagara.org
Special acknowledgement in a minimum of 6 social media posts
Summer-long recognition on signage at the Old Fort Niagara Visitor Center June - August 2026
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS
Richard W and Irene Rooker Family Foundation
VIYU Foundation
John Roffo Oishei II Charitable Trust
Old Fort Niagara's programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
GIVE A GIFT TODAY
Your generous donation ensures the continued preservation of Old Fort Niagara and supports vital educational programs and events.
Make your secure online donation today to help protect this national treasure
