Today is Monday, January 19, 2026 
Become a Sponsor of Brunch by the Sea
The Thames River Heritage Park is hosting its first-ever fundraiser! Please join us for Brunch by the Sea, a delightful gathering to benefit the Thames River Heritage Park. You will be able savor a delicious brunch catered by Stone Acres Farm and enjoy a stunning ocean view at the beautiful home of our host, Ana Stankovic. It is scheduled for Saturday, September 13 from 11AM to 2PM at 836 Pequot Avenue New London, CT 06320.
The Thames River Heritage Park Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission and purpose is to promote, support, and sustain the Thames River Heritage Park, a collection of heritage sites linked by water which capture the history and culture of life along the Thames River.
The vision of the Thames River Heritage Park is to make the heritage and culture of the Thames River region vivid and relevant to all. The Park connects people, communities, institutions, sites and stories to the historic waterfront and natural landscape
of the Thames River Estuary.
Your support of The Thames River Heritage Park Foundation provides you with the opportunity to support our mission while showcasing your organization and community-mindedness! We appreciate your consideration of this request, whether it be a financial donation or an in-kind donation to our Silent Auction.
Again, thank you for your support and feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have.
Sincerely,
Linda Mariani
President of the Board
Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Why You Should Sponsor the Brunch by the Sea Fundraiser for Thames River Heritage Park
- As a sponsor, you can expect exposure for your business. Below please find a list of our sponsor levels, with benefits outlined for each. We are sure that one of these levels will suit your needs, and hope to be able to include you in the list of distinguished event sponsors.
- The Brunch By The Sea fundraiser celebrates our community and the natural beauty of the Thames River.
- Join us in making a difference for our community enjoying a wonderful morning by the sea!
Sponsorship Levels
Legacy Sponsor – $5,000
As a Legacy Sponsor, lead the way in preserving history and creating access to our river’s stories.
• (6) Brunch by the Sea tickets
• Logo on step-and-repeat backdrop at brunch
• Verbal recognition during event
• Feature in press release & website as Presenting Sponsor
• Logo prominently displayed on social media flyers and any printed signage
• Full page for Logo in video presentation
• Recognition on website sponsor page
• Private 1-hour chartered Harbors Cruise for 10 guests in the Fall 2025 or 2026 season
Harbor Sponsor – $3,000
Be a proud supporter of access, education, and community along the Thames.
• (4) Brunch by the Sea tickets
• Full page for Logo in video presentation
• Logo displayed on social media flyers and any printed signage
• Recognition on website sponsor page
• (4) Hop On / Hop Off Harbor Cruise tickets
• (2) historic or pop-up tour tickets
Dock Sponsor – $2,000
Support those small moments that make a big impact in our shared heritage.
• (2) Brunch by the Sea tickets
• Full page for Logo in video presentation
• Logo displayed on social media flyers and any printed signage
• Social media shoutout
• (2) Hop On / Hop Off Harbor Cruise tickets for guests
• (2) historic or pop-up tour tickets
Brunch Table Sponsor – $1,000
Sponsor a table of (8) to Brunch by the Sea to include community volunteers, students or guests.
• Sign with your name/logo at table
• Mention in printed program
• (2) season passes for 2026 season
• (2) Hop On / Hop Off Harbor Cruise tickets for guests
• (2) historic or pop-up tour tickets
In-Kind Donor Sponsor
Do you have a service, product or gift
card you’d like to donate to our Silent
Auction?
Your In-Kind donor benefits include:
• Your logo/name listed as an In-
Kind Donor
• Shoutout during giveaway moment
Register to become a Sponsor
Please complete the form below to become a sponsor of our Brunch by the Sea fundraiser. You will be taken to a payment gateway on “submit”. All required fields are marked. If you prefer to complete a paper form, you may download it here.