Just Say YAYA 2024

Presented by Hancock Whitney

Friday, November 22, 2024

Chairs: Angélique Roche, Mandi Creduer, Nik Richard, DC Paul

Patron Party: 6pm | Celebration: 7-10pm

YAYA Arts Center, 3322 LaSalle St.

Just Say YAYA supports YAYA’s tuition-free arts and entrepreneurship training programs for local youth. YAYA is training the next generation of New Orleans culture-bearers, while also offering life skills and career development to benefit creative young people on their individual paths to success. Please join us as we celebrate YAYA’s young artists!

Patron Party from 6-7pm

Exclusive Cocktail Party

Celebration from 7-10pm

General Admission

Tickets can be purchased online by clicking any of the icons above or by mailing a check to:
3322 LaSalle St., New Orleans, Louisiana, 70115.

Please direct any questions to YAYA by calling 504.529.3306 or email jsy@yayainc.com.

Please confirm your sponsorship by September 15, 2024 to be included on the printed invitation.

Featured
Trailblazer
Trailblazer
$10,000.00

Underwrites a full year of YAYA’s free Teen Program for one artist, including intensive training in multiple artistic media, entrepreneurial training, opportunities for apprenticeships and commissions, fully-funded travel to learn from artists in other cities, and exhibition opportunities at YAYA and throughout New Orleans. 

  • 25 patron tickets and one reserved parking spot at the event ($3,750 value)

  • Invitation to a special artwork preview and shopping event before the gala 

  • Premium logo placement on all printed and online event materials. 

  • A private glass demonstration at YAYA for up to 30 people (includes facility rental, materials and staff, valued at $1,500) 

  • Listing as a lead sponsor for our Spring 2025 showcase

Sponsorships at this level may be customized to provide the best possible experience for you and your guests.


Visionary
Visionary
$5,000.00

Underwrites an opportunity for a YAYA artist to design and execute an exhibition of their original artwork, including one-on-one mentorship from YAYA Teaching Artists, all art supplies, installation and marketing mentorship, and an exhibition with an opening event at the YAYA Arts Center. 

  • 15 patron tickets to event ($2,250 value)

  • Invitation to a special artwork preview and shopping event before the gala 

  • Special logo placement on all printed and online event materials, including reusable event cups.

  • A private glass demonstration at YAYA for up to 30 people (includes facility rental, materials and staff, valued at $1,200) OR Sponsor status for our Spring 2025 showcase.

Sponsorships at this level may be customized to provide the best possible experience for you and your guests.


Innovator
Innovator
$3,000.00

Provides an opportunity for a YAYA Artist to work with a professional artist outside of New Orleans on a collaborative project.

• 10 patron tickets

• Invitation to a special artwork preview and shopping event before the gala

• Logo recognition on all printed and online event materials, including invitation, program, signage, and YAYA website

Creator
Creator
$1,000.00

Underwrites a paid internship for one YAYA Artist to build their professional skills 

  • 6 patron tickets ($900 value) 

  • Invitation to a special artwork preview and shopping event before the gala 

  • Name recognition in select marketing and communications materials, including invitation, program, and YAYA website

Dreamer
Dreamer
$500.00

Underwrites a workshop for YAYA Teen Artists with a professional visiting artist.  

  • 4 patron tickets  ($600 value)

  • Name recognition in select marketing and communications materials

Patron Party Ticket
Patron Party Ticket
$150.00

Enjoy early entry and special Patron Party refreshments and entertainment 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

General Admission Ticket
General Admission Ticket
$50.00

Join the Celebration from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

YAYA Gift Card
YAYA Gift Card
from $50.00