Visuality 2025 Gala
Date: October 11, 2025
Time: 6:00PM - 11:00 PM
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Bell Tower Shoppes, Fort Myers
We are excited to invite you to Visuality's Annual Coming Out Gala! This highly-anticipated event will bring together community members, supporters, business partners, and most notably our beloved allies in the wake of what has been an incredibly challenging year for our community. We intentionally chose October 11 in observation of National Coming Out Day, and whether you're gay, straight, transgender, bisexual, gender non-conforming, a straight ally, or everything in between, we invite you to "Come Out" with us and show your support for our community!
Meal Options: Hors D’Oeuvres | Spring Green Salad | Prime Beef Tenderloin and Choice of Florida Grouper or Chicken * | Sides | Circus Themed Desserts
*Vegan and Gluten Free Options Available
Please include your entree selection with your RSVP
Attire: Cocktail Attire (whatever this means to you)
Auctions: LIVE AUCTION “Dinner with a Director” | SILENT AUCTION Items and Packages from Community Partners
Arcade: Plinko | Ring-a-Bat | Tin Can Alley | Balloon Pop!
VIP Services: Exclusive Pre-Event Access to The Illusionists’ Lounge with Designated Cocktail and Hors D’Oeuvres Service, Premium Seating, Two Bottles of Wine and a Bottle of Bubbly!
2025
Event Highlights
Our annual fundraising gala aims to mobilize vital resources for The Goldberg LGBTQ+ Center and sustain programs delivering wellness services and life changing support to so many.
Marc Collins
Honorary Chair, Philanthropist, Community Advocate
Executive Director of the Uncommon Friends Foundation
Alyssa Lemay
Emcee, Visuality Vanguard,
Community Leader & Advocate
Community Partners
Sponsorship Opportunities
Join us in making this year’s gala an unforgettable evening of impact and celebration! Your support directly fuels our mission and allows us to continue offering vital programs and services to the community. Below is an outline of the various sponsorship opportunities available. Each level includes exclusive benefits designed to maximize your exposure before, during, and after the event. Contact Us if you are interested in sponsorship opportunities.
Ring Master
As the presenting sponsor, your brand takes center stage with top-tier exposure across all event platforms, materials, and marketing. Enjoy naming rights, VIP perks, and a premier table for 10 while leading the show “Under the Big Top.”
Big Top
Your business will shine with major visibility across signage, marketing, and social media, plus naming rights to a carnival game. Includes VIP seating for 10 and exclusive recognition during the event.
Lion Tamer
Roar into the spotlight with featured logo placement, multiple social media shout-outs, and premium seating for 10. Be recognized throughout the night as a bold supporter of the cause.
Carnival Business Sponsorship
Get noticed with logo placement, social media recognition, and a shout-out at the Gala. Includes a discount toward chamber membership and ongoing exposure as a community supporter.
Friend
Perfect for individuals or small businesses, this level includes your name on the website and in the program, plus a newsletter mention. A simple, heartfelt way to show your support.
Popcorn Patron
Enjoy flexible sponsorship with logo visibility, social media mentions, and event program listing. A sweet way to get involved and boost your brand.
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