Vines for Vision – Sponsorship Opportunities

Welcome to the Sponsorship page for Vines for Vision 2026, the second annual fundraising gala supporting Eye Surgeons International (ESI).

Below you’ll find information about the event, sponsorship opportunities, and a form to indicate your interest.

If you have questions or would like assistance, please contact:
Sean Dempsey at 707-888-3332 or sean@seandempseynv.com

Thank you for your interest in sponsoring Vines for Vision and supporting the work of Eye Surgeons International.

— The Vines for Vision Committee

Vines for Vision is an annual fundraising gala benefiting Eye Surgeons International’s work to eliminate avoidable blindness through high-volume surgical care and hands-on training of local doctors and nurses in Zambia.

The 2026 Vines for Vision Gala will take place on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at V. Sattui Winery in Napa Valley.

Sponsorship of Vines for Vision plays a critical role in making the work of Eye Surgeons International possible. Sponsorship support helps underwrite the event itself, allowing funds raised through ticket sales, the silent and live auctions, and the fund-a-need appeal to go directly toward patient care, medical equipment, surgical supplies, and the continued development of a teaching eye hospital and clinic in Zambia.

To learn more about the mission behind Vines for Vision and why eliminating avoidable blindness in Africa matters, visit our Why We Care / About ESI page.
For additional information about Eye Surgeons International’s programs and ongoing work, you may also visit the ESI website at www.eyesi.org.

Sponsors are recognized as essential partners in this work and are invited to a special summer evening under the stars at V. Sattui Winery, featuring a Michelin-chef-prepared dinner, exceptional wine, and the opportunity to hear directly from physicians serving patients and training colleagues in Zambia.

Attendance at the event is optional.
Guest invitations associated with sponsorship levels may be used in full, in part, or declined. We ask for an estimate only to assist with seating and event planning, and plans may be updated as the event approaches.

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting Visionary – $25,000

Premier event sponsorship with prominent recognition throughout the evening and in event materials. Includes up to 10 guest invitations (optional), premier website placement, full-page program acknowledgment, inclusion in press materials, and special recognition from the stage.

Supporting Visionary – $15,000

High-visibility sponsorship with strong event recognition. Includes up to 10 guest invitations (optional), full-page program acknowledgment, website recognition, and acknowledgment from the stage.

Partner Visionary – $10,000

Meaningful sponsorship supporting the success of the event. Includes up to 6 guest invitations (optional), half-page program acknowledgment, website recognition, and acknowledgment from the stage.

Helping Visionary – $5,000

Supporting sponsorship level that helps make the evening possible. Includes up to 4 guest invitations (optional), quarter-page program acknowledgment, website recognition, and acknowledgment from the stage.

Custom and in-kind sponsorship opportunities may also be available.