Help Us Celebrate Local Heros!

As our nation celebrates 250 years of American history, we invite you to join the Northwest Institute of Research, Inc. and JAM Team Foundation, LLC as a sponsor of the Red, White, & Blue Gala on Friday, November 6th, 2026, at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel from 6:00 to 10:00 PM.

This special evening will celebrate the individuals, businesses, and community organizations whose dedication has strengthened the lives of children and families throughout Northwestern Pennsylvania. During the Gala, we will present community awards recognizing exceptional leadership, service, advocacy, resilience, and partnership while raising critical funds to support children and families served through regulated childcare programs across Early Learning Resource Center Regions 1 & 2.

Your sponsorship is more than support for an event—it is an investment in safe, high-quality early learning opportunities and the children and families who depend on them. Together, we can celebrate those making a lasting difference while ensuring these vital services remain available throughout our community.

We hope you will consider partnering with us for this meaningful celebration. If you have any questions or would like to discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Steve Krivonak, Development Director, at  (814) 722-5214 or stephen.krivonak@jamteam.org.