The Circle of Stars is DEF’s core community of donors - sponsoring businesses - whose generosity lights the way for Decatur’s students.
From the stellar beginnings of a Nebula to the steady brilliance of a North Star, every level of giving represents a deep commitment to helping our children overcome obstacles and reach their fullest potential.
All Circle of Stars businesses regardless of giving level, are eligible to receive:
Recognition on DEF’s website (with logo and link), in our Decatur Focus annual report, and at DEF events as a Circle of Stars business donor.
Social media acknowledgement and tag.
Invitation to a Star Social, a private donor event.
DEF Merch.
All Circle of Stars donors, regardless of giving level, are eligible to receive these perks as a thank you. These benefits follow the school year.
Pledge early. Give flexibly.
We offer 4 levels of giving (with associated perks) and accept pledges and partial donations throughout the year. As long as your pledge is fulfilled by the end of June each year, you can give in any amount and frequency you like.
$1,500 - $2,999
When you donate at this level, you’ll receive:
All benefits listed above
Name Recognition
DEF Merch
Invitation to a Star Social
Social Media Advertising
2 Supper & Sips tickets
Supper & Sips will be on November 19th, 2026.
You’ll receive two tickets valued at $100 each. At the event you’ll receive a special name tag indicating your support as a member of the Circle of Stars.
Tour deCatur Race bibs
The Tour deCatur will be on March 13th, 2027.
You’ll receive five (5) race bibs for whichever races you desire to participate in (Tot trot, Fun run, 1 mile, 5k, or none run).
Tour deCatur Promos
At this donor level we allow your business to include a promo item or flyer in all Tour deCatur race packets - advertising your business in front of hundreds of engaged Decaturites!
OR - If you’re not ready to make a donation today, you can submit a pledge for a later date.
$3,000 - $4,999
When you donate at this level, you’ll receive:
All benefits listed above
Name Recognition
DEF Merch
Invitation to a Star Social
Social Media Advertising
4 Supper & Sips tickets
Supper & Sips will be on November 19th, 2026.
You’ll receive four (4) tickets valued at $100 each. At the event you’ll receive a special name tag indicating your support as a member of the Circle of Stars.
Tour deCatur Race bibs
The Tour deCatur will be on March 13th, 2027.
You’ll receive five (5) race bibs for whichever races you desire to participate in (Tot trot, Fun run, 1 mile, 5k, or none run).
Tour deCatur Promos:
At this donor level we allow your business to include a promo item or flyer in all Tour deCatur race packets - advertising your business in front of hundreds of engaged Decaturites!
Tour deCatur Table Presence:
At this level of giving your business earns a table-/tent- presence at the Tour deCatur.
OR - If you’re not ready to make a donation today, you can submit a pledge for a later date.
$5,000 - $9,999
When you donate at this level, you’ll receive:
All benefits listed above
Name Recognition
DEF Merch
Invitation to a Star Social
Social Media Advertising
6 Supper & Sips tickets
Supper & Sips will be on November 19th, 2026.
You’ll receive six (6) tickets valued at $100 each
Tour deCatur Race bibs
The Tour deCatur will be on March 13th, 2027.
You’ll receive five (5) race bibs for whichever races you desire to participate in (Tot trot, Fun run, 1 mile, 5k, or none run).
Tour deCatur Promos:
At this donor level we allow your business to include a promo item or flyer in all Tour deCatur race packets - advertising your business in front of hundreds of engaged Decaturites!
Tour deCatur Table Presence:
At this level of giving your business earns a table-/tent- presence at the Tour deCatur.
Additional Social Media
Our Supernova business sponsors will receive additional individual social media thank you posts on DEF’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
OR - If you’re not ready to make a donation today, you can submit a pledge for a later date.
$10,000 +
When you donate at this level, you’ll receive:
All benefits listed above
Name Recognition
DEF Merch
Invitation to a Star Social
Social Media Advertising
Supper & Sips table
Supper & Sips will be on November 19th, 2026.
You’ll receive a designated VIP table at the event with 8-10 tickets for you and your guests valued at $100 each.
At the event your table will be at the front in the VIP section.
Tour deCatur Race bibs
The Tour deCatur will be on March 13th, 2027
You’ll receive five (5) race bibs for whichever races you desire to participate in (Tot trot, Fun run, 1 mile, 5k, or none run).
Tour deCatur Promos:
At this donor level we allow your business to include a promo item or flyer in all Tour deCatur race packets - advertising your business in front of hundreds of engaged Decaturites!
Tour deCatur Table Presence:
At this level of giving your business earns a table-/tent- presence at the Tour deCatur.
Additional Social Media:
Our North Star business sponsors will receive additional individual social media thank you posts on DEF’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
Exclusive Presenting Sponsorship:
North Star sponsors are given the opportunity to be the sole presenting sponsor of one of DEF’s three main events: Supper & Sips (Nov), Tour deCatur (March), No Ordinary Joe (April)
While Rising Star and Supernova level donors may have a table presence at Tour deCatur (our largest event), there is no other commercial sponsorship available at No Ordinary Joe.
Each of our events has a difference audience, so please feel free to contact us to discuss which event may work best for your business.
OR - If you’re not ready to make a donation today, you can submit a pledge for a later date.
Questions?
Reach out to our team