Thursday, November 2, 2023 | Charlotte Convention Center
Verse & Vino is the signature literary event in the Charlotte region. It engages readers, community leaders and Library supporters for an entertaining evening of books, wine, and great company to benefit an educational pillar in our community: the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
A MESSAGE FROM
Foundation Board Chair Gene Cochrane and
Board of Trustees Chair Charles Thomas
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation welcomes the partnership of Charlotte’s philanthropic community as we continue to expand one of our region’s most popular fundraising events: Verse & Vino.
Verse & Vino has become one of Charlotte’s most anticipated fundraising events. New York Times bestselling authors share their books, their process, and most of all the joy of libraries with readers and Library supporters. The evening features a seated dinner, program, book sales, signing, and mingling with authors over vino in vignettes straight from the pages of each featured title.
Last year’s event attracted over 1,100 live viewers locally and around the country, and netted over $250,000 which directly supported Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s mission to improve lives and build a stronger community. This year goals include:
Attract five major New York Times best-selling authors
Attract 1,300 attendees
Raised more than $500,000 for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
Verse & Vino is possible with the generous support of our philanthropic community. There is information below on how you can join the Library Foundation as a sponsor of Verse & Vino and provide an entertaining evening for your clients, friends and family members. Each sponsorship package offers noteworthy levels of recognition, and packages can be customized to meet your specific marketing and philanthropic goals. Thank you for your consideration and your support, we hope you will join our Verse & Vino family.
SOLD
Presenting
$75,000
Naming Rights, representative speaks at eventPrivate authors reception5 tables (10 seats per table)Seating with 3 authorsAutographed book bundlesLogo on book bagsLogo in event ads in printed and digital publicationsRecognized on website and social media platformsDistribute branded takeaway to event attendeesLogo on event signage and programName on event signage and programInvitation to annual donor appreciation event, Carnegie Circle
SOLD
Author
$50,000
Representative introduces first authorPrivate authors reception – 2 guests • 4 tables (10 seats per table)Autographed book bundlesCustom branded bookmarkLogo on book bagsLogo in event ads in printed and digital publicationsRecognized on website and social media platforms •Distribute branded takeaway to event attendeesLogo on event signage and programInvitation to annual donor appreciation event, Carnegie CircleLimit of 1 sponsor
First Edition
$25,000
- Private authors reception – 2 guests
- 3 tables (10 seats per table)
- Seating with an author
- Logo on book bags
- Logo in event ads in printed and digital publications
- Recognized on website and social media platforms
- Distribute branded takeaway to event attendees
- Logo on event signage and program
- Invitation to annual donor appreciation event, Carnegie Circle
- Limit of 2 sponsors
SOLD
Technology
$20,000
Private authors reception – 2 guests3 tables (10 seats per table)Welcome video on platformLogo on book bagsLogo in event ads in printed and digital publicationsRecognized on website and social media platformsDistribute branded takeaway to event attendeesLogo on event signage and programInvitation to annual donor appreciation event, Carnegie CircleLimit of 1 sponsor
SOLD
Wine
$17,500
Private authors reception – 2 guests2 tables (10 seats per table)Logo on 600+ wine bottlesLogo on book bagsLogo in event ads in printed and digital publicationsRecognized on website and social media platformsDistribute branded takeaway to event attendeesLogo on event signage and programInvitation to annual donor appreciation event, Carnegie CircleLimit of 1 sponsor
Bestseller
$10,000
- Private authors reception – 2 guests
- 2 tables (10 seats per table)
- Logo in event ads in printed and digital publications
- Recognized on website and social media platforms
- Distribute branded takeaway to event attendees
- Logo on event signage and program
- Invitation to annual donor appreciation event, Carnegie Circle
Collector
$5,000
- 1 table (10 seats per table)
- Recognized on website and social media platforms
- Distribute branded takeaway to event attendees
- Logo on event signage and program
- Invitation to annual donor appreciation event, Carnegie Circle
Celebration
$3,000
- 1 table (10 seats per table)
- Recognized on website and social media platforms
- Distribute branded takeaway to event attendees
- Name on event signage and program
- Invitation to annual donor appreciation event, Carnegie Circle
Secure your sponsorship online
Event Details
Book Sales Partner
Park Road Books, a local independent and New York Times reporting bookstore
Emcee
Sheri Lynch, co-host of nationally syndicated morning radio show Bob & Sheri, a St. Martin’s Press published author, and genuine bookworm who helps make Verse & Vino a success.
Event Format: November 2, 2023
VIP reception with presenting sponsor’s guests
5:30-6:00 pm
Cocktail reception, book sales and signings
6:00-7:00 pm
Seated dinner
7:15-8:00 pm
Author Remarks (5 authors; 12 min each)
8:00-9:00 pm
Last Signing
9:00-9:30 pm
Guests
1,300 attendees expected; 2023 marks the Library Foundation’s 10th Verse & Vino event.
Marketing
Print and electronic direct marketing; major print, digital and radio outlets; social media and local influencers
Logistics Timeline
Early promotion and advance ticket sales begin in July.
For more information
Teleia White Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation
office: +1 704.416.0803
cell: +1 980.417.3040
email: twhite@cmlibrary.org