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Crate to Plate

Crate to Plate is one of the Thomasville History Center’s most important annual fundraisers, providing vital support for the programs, collections, historic buildings, and community experiences that help us preserve and share the history of Thomas County.

C2P 2026 Save the Date

October 1, 2026

Red, White, & Blueberry

In a year marking both America’s 250th and Thomasville’s 200th anniversaries, Crate to Plate 2026 celebrates the people, places, and plates that define our community. Join us for an unforgettable evening of local flavor, live music, and shared table fellowship – supporting the Thomasville History Center and the businesses that make our region thrive.

Guests may pick up their crates to enjoy at home or stay for an evening on the History Center grounds featuring a VIP seating area, open bar, silent auction, and fun surprises — all in support of the Thomasville History Center.

Crates will be available for public purchase beginning Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorships are now available for Crate to Plate 2026. Your support helps make this event possible while providing meaningful visibility for your business, organization, or family.

Sponsors should reserve their spot by Friday, August 14, 2026. 

Crates will be available for public purchase beginning Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Available sponsorship levels include:

Title Sponsor — $7,500
Premier presenting sponsorship with top event recognition, leading logo or name placement, and first opportunity to renew as title sponsor in 2027.

Bicentennial Sponsor — $5,000
VIP table for 10, five crates, prominent print and digital recognition, verbal recognition, crate inclusion opportunity, and complimentary business membership.

Heritage Sponsor — $2,500
Reserved table for 8, four crates, logo or name recognition on print and digital media, verbal recognition, and post-event recognition.

Preservation Sponsor — $1,000
Reserved seating for 4, two crates, logo or name recognition on print and digital media, and grouped social media recognition.

Patron Sponsor — $500
One crate for 2, open seating with bar access, logo or name recognition on print and digital media, and grouped social media recognition.

Sponsorships may be tax-deductible, less the fair market value of food, beverages, and event benefits received.

For questions about sponsorships or event details, please contact the Thomasville History Center at (229) 226-7664.

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Sponsorship Pledge Form

Not ready to pay online today? You may use the form (right) to pledge your sponsorship and reserve your spot for Crate to Plate 2026.

Sponsors should submit their pledge or payment by Friday, August 14, 2026. A member of our staff will follow up to confirm your sponsorship details, payment preference, and recognition information.

Complete the form below to pledge your sponsorship, reserve your spot, and let us know how you would prefer to complete payment.

2025 Crate to Plate Sponsors

$1500 Level

Dr. & Mrs. Douglas McPherson

Mary Jo S. Beverly

Mr. & Mrs. C. Martin Wood III 

$1000 Level

Leiann & David Orr

Jack Allen

Kim and Jay Flowers

Mary & Joe Beverly

Sherriee & Steve Kinsey

$750 Level

Paul Woody

Peggy & Scott Rich

Rosamond C. Davis

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$500 Level

Douglas F. Johnson & Brett S. Copeland

Connie & John Wood

Alston & Philip Watt

Mrs. J.V. Shields Jr.

Jackie & Matt Johnson

$250 Level

Anne & Steve Avera

Pat & Mike Beaty

Bruce Summer

Charnie & Max Beverly

Carina & Mark Blackmoor

Kim & Chip Bragg

Emily & Ryan Bradburn

Rhonda & Sammy Davis

Melissa & Fondren Rigsby

Bill & Mary Davis

Lisa Clements

Clint & Alane Kadel

Austin & Erin Wolfe Bell

Woodleaf Senior Living Center

McCollum, Rawlins, & Cauley, LLC

Nancy Tillinghast

Lequita LeGette

Ginny & Bob LeGette

Melissa & Gareth Leonard

Anonymous

Nancy & Paul McCollum

Ann S. McCrickard

Tom L. Rankin

Dr. Annie Laurie McElroy

Connie Middleton

Sabrina & John Higgins

Margaret & Tim Sanders

Burton Brambles

B Powered Electric, LLC

Hurst Welding & Fabrication

Mills & Fran Herndon

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