Corporate and Foundation Relations

View from the front door of Montpelier.
Photograph by Philip Beaurline

James Madison's Montpelier has created many opportunities to build strong and lasting relationships between Montpelier, its supporting foundations, and the business community. Through sponsorship opportunities, James Madison's American Legacy Campaign, and the Montpelier Business Partnership, Montpelier recognizes and is honored by these very special friends.

Montpelier Business Partnership

The Montpelier Business Partnership builds a meaningful relationship between Montpelier and our area's corporate community. It provides an effective and visible opportunity for your giving that enriches the region, enhances tourism, and provides benefits to you, your employees, and clients. At the same time, it raises awareness of Montpelier and provides important financial support to Montpelier's preservation and its educational initiatives.

Why should your business join the business partnership?

• A partnership is meaningful philanthropy.
  The rich history of central Virginia is unique in America, and one of our region's most valued attributes as well as the foundation of its growing tourism business. Through the Partnership, you will help preserve and protect our heritage for future generations, and you will be investing in the health of the region's tourism economy.


• A partnership benefits your employees and clients.
  The privileges of a Partnership can held you accomplish your goals - a morale-boosting employee picnic on Montpelier's beautiful grounds, an overnight retreat for your board and staff at the unique Constitutional Village, or an elegant reception and tour for clients at the Madison home. Other benefits include complimentary admission passes, programs that give you a deeper knowledge of the area's history, and special events that introduce you to fellow Business Partners and others throughout the community.


• A partnership is recognized philanthropy.
  The Business Partnership directly supports critical initiatives now underway at Montpelier. Your gift will support the restoration of the mansion, helping to return the presence of James Madison to his lifelong home and underwrite the activities of the Center for the Constitution, which enhances the ability of area teachers to present the lessons of the U.S. Constitution and citizenship. The Partnership provides financial support immediately and benefits the operations of Montpelier.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship opportunities are also available, linking your business with an important social event, a publication, or a brochure at Montpelier. Sponsors are prominently recogniszed not only in Montpelier's newsletter and annual report, but also in the sponsored publication or as part of the promotion of the sponsored event. A wide range of sponsorship opportunities exist, including the Montpelier Hunt Races, membership events, tourism brochures, site maps and special events. Sponsors are also listed as Business Partners.

Contact the Director of Corporate and Foundation support directly at (540) 672-2728 x113, or through the use of our contact form for the Department of Development, to discuss the Business Partnership or sponsorship opportunities.