Join us for Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County’s third annual Building Hope Gala—an uplifting evening dedicated to advancing our mission through community, generosity, and shared vision.

Building Hope Gala 2026

Presented by Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County
Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Eatonton, GA – Barrel 118

Click here to download our Sponsorship Packet

Join Us for an Evening of Impact

The Building Hope Gala is Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County’s signature annual fundraising event. This elegant evening brings together local leaders, generous donors, and community champions to support affordable homeownership in Putnam County.

Together, we’ll celebrate the transformative power of safe, stable housing—and raise critical funds to build homes, communities, and hope.

What to Expect

  • A festive evening of delicious food and drinks, live music, and great company

  • Exciting keynote speaker, Rev. Natosha Reid Rice, will be sharing stories of impact and hope

  • Recognition of community honorees and celebration of the people who make our mission possible

  • A lively fundraising program to support new home construction and property development in Putnam County

  • 200+ guests from across Putnam County and the Lake Country region, coming together to build a stronger, more hopeful future

Sponsor the Event to Secure a Table

Put your mission-driven values into action by sponsoring and hosting a table at the 2025 Building Hope Gala.

Tickets are currently available through event sponsorships only.

Your support powers Habitat Putnam’s work to build and repair homes for hardworking families. Every sponsorship helps us move closer to a Putnam County where everyone has a safe, decent place to live.

Download the 2026 Sponsorship Deck
Click here to download our Sponsorship Packet

Table displaying sponsorship levels, investments, and benefits for Habitat for Humanity event, including Building Hope Gala Presenting Sponsor, Foundation Sponsor, Framework Sponsor, Blueprint Sponsor, and Cornerstone Sponsor.

Questions?

For sponsorship opportunities, media inquiries, or additional information about the Building Hope Gala, please reach out:

Sponsorships & Event Inquiries
Trinity Carter | Communications & Marketing Specialist
tcarter@putnamcountyhabitat.org

404-859-2617

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Join us at Barrel 118!

This elegant evening at Barrel 118 in downtown Eatonton will feature a cocktail reception, dinner, live entertainment, and an opportunity to hear from keynote speaker, Rev. Natosha Reid Rice, Vice President of Global Housing Opportunities at Habitat for Humanity International, about the lives that have been changed by your support.

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026

Time: 5:30pm

Location: Barrel 118, 118 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton, GA 30124

Attire: Formal Attire

Thank You 2024 Sponsors!

MASTER BUILDER SPONSORS

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CRAFTSMAN SPONSORS

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HANDYMAN SPONSORS

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FRIEND OF HABITAT SPONSORS

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