The Oaks Legacy Ranch is a flagship initiative of The N.I.C.E. Foundation, built to preserve rural heritage, create hands-on workforce pathways, and develop a durable community asset that strengthens local identity and long-term resilience.

Sponsorship funding accelerates early-stage work that turns vision into visible progress, including site preparation, safety and structural stabilization, permitting and compliance, and the tools/materials needed to begin restoration and community programming.

Sponsorship Levels (The Oaks)

— Founding Supporter

Fuels early momentum: supplies, materials, and immediate on-the-ground needs

Recognition on our website (name/logo), unless you prefer to remain anonymous

Sponsor updates as milestones are achieved

— Site Readiness Partner

Supports early readiness work such as assessments, safety measures, and launch needs

Website recognition + inclusion in a sponsor thank-you post/update

Invitation to a virtual project briefing

— Community Builder

Helps fund stabilization steps and compliance/permitting activities that unlock the next phase

Enhanced recognition on website and select public-facing materials

Impact summary tied to the milestone(s) your sponsorship supports

— Legacy Partner

Accelerates major milestones: readiness + stabilization + launch of early programming

Prominent recognition (website + key public-facing materials)

Dedicated partner impact report and acknowledgement tied to measurable outcomes

Optional on-site visit / leadership briefing (virtual available)

— Anchor Sponsor

Underwrites a significant phase of project activation and community-facing readiness

Premier recognition and featured sponsor spotlight (if desired)

Customized impact reporting aligned to outcomes that matter to your organization

Option to explore structured employee engagement and/or in-kind participation

— Visionary Sponsor

Catalyzes transformational progress toward acquisition-readiness and long-term sustainability

Top-tier recognition as a leading sponsor (unless anonymity requested)

High-touch reporting and partner alignment planning

Opportunity to be closely associated with a legacy-building rural revitalization effort

Custom & In-Kind Sponsorships

We are not just asking for money.

We are offering:

✔️ Rural Revitalization

✔️ Mental Health Support (equine therapy)

✔️ Historic Preservation

✔️ Workforce Development

Important Note (Tax-Exempt Status)

EIN 41-4838456 (The New Initiative Community Enhancement Foundation)

Tax-exempt status is currently pending. We can provide documentation of your support and, once determination is received, we will share updated guidance on tax-deductibility based on applicable rules. (We encourage sponsors to consult their tax professional for advice specific to their organization.)