Introducing the Everyone Under the Stars Campaign
The exciting new artistic lighting on the 17th Street Causeway Bridge will dramatically transform this iconic gateway to Fort Lauderdale Beach, making it a must-see destination for residents and visitors alike.
The Broward County Commission approved this $6 million project in late 2023 and committed $2 million in funding. We are proud to introduce the Everyone Under the Stars Campaign, a unifying endeavor for the whole community that will raise the additional $4 million.
When the project is completed in 2027, the bridge will be lit each night from sunset to sunrise, illuminating our region as a welcoming cultural destination for all. Once each hour, there will be a five-minute “light symphony” of changing colors and patterns. Holidays and special occasions will also be commemorated with special lighting designs.
PARTNERSHIP LEVELS
We are proud to honor the generosity of our “Causeway Visionaries,” those individuals, companies, and foundations that are making this project possible:
- Presenting Partner: $1 million
- Anchor Sponsor: $500,000
- Harbor Sponsor: $250,000
- Gateway Sponsor: $150,000
- Marina Sponsor: $100,000
- Seafarer Sponsor: $50,000
Financial commitments are payable over a period of up to five years. For those businesses or individuals needing a tax deduction, gifts will be processed by the Community Foundation of Broward.
BENEFITS
Various customizable benefits are available based on the partnership level.
- Opportunity to underwrite various lighting schemes throughout the year (per investment level)
- Various promotional rights in partner-based advertising, promotion, and themed merchandise (with approval by the Broward County Cultural Division)
- Logo or name placement on digital signage located at the base of the bridge, in the new Convention Center and Plaza (subject to approvals)
- Website and electronic recognition (logo or name) on the website
- Invitations to project-related events including the grand unveiling of the project
Special note: As this is a public artwork, we are unable to incorporate donor branding into any of the designs.
If you are interested in learning more about becoming involved in the project, please contact: Phillip Dunlap, Director of the Broward County Cultural Division at pdunlap@broward.org or Glenn Kaufhold, campaign counsel, at glenn@gkollaborative.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Lead funding provided by Broward County Board of County Commissioners
