1st Annual Fundraiser Brunch — Honoring Waverly's Unsung Heroes | 2026

An elegant fundraiser brunch Honoring Waverly's Unsung Heroes — celebrating community leaders who have shaped the Historic Waverly Community
About this Event

The Greater Historic Waverly Development Corporation

proudly presents its 1st Annual Fundraiser Brunch: Honoring Waverly's Unsung Heroes — a heartfelt celebration honoring the individuals whose dedication, service, leadership, and sacrifice have strengthened, enriched, and shaped the Historic Waverly Community in Columbia, SC.

Please join us for an elegant morning of community, culture, and recognition as we shine a spotlight on those who have given so much to make Waverly the vibrant, historic community it is today.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Venue: The Granary Event Center, 2638 Two Notch Road, Suite 218, Columbia, SC 29204

Suggested Attire: Dressy brunch. Please join us in your end-of-summer best- comfortable, polished, and photo-ready! (Sunday best, church lady hats, summer dresses, jumpsuits, slacks with a blazer or button down.)

INDIVIDUAL TICKET OPTIONS:

• Early Bird Tickets: $50.00/person (Available now through July 5, 2026)

• Regular Tickets: $55.00/person (Available July 6, 2026 onward)

• VIP Tickets: $75.00/person — Includes elevated service, reserved seating, and an exclusive swag bag

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

We invite and request that businesses and community partners support this historic event through our corporate sponsorship tiers:

• LEGACY SPONSOR — $5,000

Premium recognition as the exclusive Legacy Sponsor. Includes: company name/logo prominently displayed on all event materials and digital signage, a reserved VIP table for 8 guests, a full-page ad in the digital event program, verbal recognition during the program, a social media spotlight, and a commemorative plaque.

• GOLD SPONSOR — $2,500

Includes: company name/logo on event materials and digital signage, reserved table for 6 guests, half-page ad in the digital event program, verbal recognition during the program, and social media recognition.

• SILVER SPONSOR — $1,000

Includes: company name/logo on event digital signage, 4 complimentary tickets, quarter-page ad in the digital event program, and social media recognition.

• BRONZE SPONSOR — $500

Includes: company name listed in the event program, 2 complimentary tickets, and social media recognition.

• FRIEND OF WAVERLY — $250

Includes: company name listed in the event program and 1 complimentary ticket.

For sponsorship inquiries, please contact the Greater Historic Waverly Development Corporation or call 803-466-0289 and speak with Dr. Sybil Rosado, Esq.

Checks for sponsorship can be made out and mailed to:

The Greater Historic Waverly Development Corporation at PO Box 5057

Columbia, SC 29250

Detailed Sponsorship Packets will be provided to those who choose to sponsor, upon payment of the sponsorship fees.

​ ABOUT THE ORGANIZER:

The Greater Historic Waverly Development Corporation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, revitalization, and empowerment of the Historic Waverly Community in Columbia, SC. All donations made to the Greater Historic Waverly Development Corporation are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Preserving History • Celebrating Legacy • Building Community