Sportable Tailgate Powered by Dominion Energy
Founded in 2005, Sportable makes sports accessible and inclusive for athletes with physical disabilities, visual impairments, and those requiring an accommodation. This fall, we’re rallying our community to support Tailgate Season, our biggest peer-to-peer fundraiser of the year!
This annual, month-long, peer-to-peer fundraiser unites athletes, families, and supporters to raise critical funds for adaptive sports. Sportable fans engage their networks online and by hosting their own “Tailgates,” creating dozens of touchpoints that celebrate Sportable’s mission. The campaign culminates with our signature Tailgate celebration, bringing the community together in a high-energy event to honor the impact of sport.
You can join the fun by donating, hosting your own Tailgate fundraiser, sponsoring, or attending the Tailgate celebration on October 22!
Whether you go all out or keep it low-key, your support helps power the future of Sportable. Learn more below!
TAILGATE SEASON
Tailgate season kicks off on September 18! Help Sportable raise critical funds by:
- Starting an online peer-to-peer fundraising page as an individual or team
- Donate to someone else’s fundraising campaign
- Sign up to host your own Tailgate fundraiser event
- A backyard cookout
- Meet-up at a brewery or dog park
- Game night with friends
Our Tailgate Toolkit includes tools, ideas, and support to help you fundraise for Sportable's mission in a way that works for you!
ATTEND THE TAILGATE
SAVE THE DATE: Our signature Tailgate event is making a comeback on October 22!
This casual and festive evening will feature athlete stories, music, games, a high-energy raffle, and Sportable merch for sale — all in support of Sportable’s mission to create opportunities and transform lives. Together, we will raise crucial funds and resources to support our adaptive athletes in Central Virginia. Guests, start your engines and get ready to celebrate the power of adaptive sports!
Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
Venue: Torque Club at the Richmond Raceway Complex
Attire: Casual! Your best orange and/or blue attire highly encouraged.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Fundraising
Sponsorship Opportunities
To discuss sponsorships, contact Forrest Lodge, forrest@sportable.org.
IMPACT SPONSOR – $10,000
MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES
- Premier logo placement on signage, website, and digital displays at the Tailgate event;
- Verbal recognition during program and “paddle raise”;
- Spotlight during live program at Tailgate; Social media spotlight;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program;
- 8 complimentary tickets to Tailgate event.
TRADITION SPONSOR – $7,500
SOLD OUT
- Designated as official sponsor of the iconic Tailgate cup;
- Logo included on 400 insulated solo cups (16oz);
- Logo included on event website and signage;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 4 complimentary tickets to the Sportable Tailgate event.
ASSIST SPONSOR – $10,000
SINGLE OPPORTUNITY
- Designated as the official sponsor of our Tailgate Season peer-to-peer fundraising campaign;
- Logo included on website, signage, campaign page, and in digital program;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 8 complimentary tickets to the Sportable Tailgate event.
CHEERS SPONSOR – $7,500
SINGLE OPPORTUNITY
- Designated as the official bar sponsor of the Sportable Tailgate event;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program;
- Logo featured prominently on signage at (2) bar locations;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 4 complimentary tickets to the Sportable Tailgate event.
SPIRIT SPONSOR – $7,500
SINGLE OPPORTUNITY
- Designated as official sponsor of the iconic Sportable Tailgate signature drink;
- Logo included on official recipe card featured at the Tailgate bar(s)/drink stations;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 4 complimentary tickets to Sportable Tailgate event.
ATHLETE SPONSOR – $5,000
SOLD OUT
- Designated as official athlete ticket sponsor for Sportable athletes;
- Recognized at the Tailgate for helping make event attendance accessible for Sportable athletes;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 4 complimentary tickets to Sportable Tailgate event.
AMPLIFY SPONSOR – $5,000
SOLD OUT
- Designated as the official sponsor of the music at the Tailgate;
- Logo featured prominently on signage at the DJ booth and during DJ announcements;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 4 complimentary tickets to the Sportable Tailgate event.
MOMENTUM SPONSOR – $5,000
MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES
- Designated as a Momentum Level Tailgate sponsor;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 4 complimentary tickets to Sportable Tailgate Event.
CONNECTION SPONSOR – $2,500
MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES
- Designated as a Connection Level Tailgate sponsor;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 2 complimentary tickets to Sportable Tailgate Event.
COMMUNITY SPONSOR – $1,000
MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES
- Designated as a Community Level Tailgate sponsor;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels;
- 2 complimentary tickets to Sportable Tailgate Event.
ACTION SPONSOR – $1,500
TWO OPPORTUNITIES
- Designated as the official sponsor of the Official Raffle or "Heads or Tails" game;
- Recognition by the emcee before the fundraising activity occurs;
- Logo included on website, signage, and in digital program and all fundraising activity signage;
- Promotion on all Sportable social media channels; 2 complimentary tickets to Sportable Tailgate Event.