The 2026 National Writers Series Summer Gala
Your support of the gala directly fuels NWS educational programming and makes Traverse City one of America’s great literary towns.
You are invited to the National Writers Series Summer Gala for an evening spent looking into the future with biophysicist and futurist Dr. Gregory Stock, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Questions. His new book, Generation AI and The Transformation of Human Being, optimistically predicts how AI will alter future generations — from personal relationships to our cognitive abilities.
But will AI help us? Or become us?
Come find out. Join us for an entertaining night, cocktails, dinner, and a keynote speech by Gregory Stock with his big questions and bold ideas. Together, we’ll imagine what lies ahead.
NWS Gala Sponsorship Opportunities
If you love the National Writers Series, please become a gala sponsor. All wallet sizes are welcome! Sponsors will receive LOTS of recognition, free tickets, and the joy that comes with supporting a small but mighty nonprofit that brings so much to the region.
BRONZE SPONSOR – $1,250
- 2 tickets to the NWS Summer Gala (face value $400)
- Your name featured in the pre-event slideshow
- Social media acknowledgment
- A copy of “Generation AI” by Dr. Gregory Stock
SILVER SPONSOR – $2,500
- 4 tickets to the NWS Summer Gala (face value $800)
- Your name featured in the pre-event slideshow
- Social media and e-newsletter acknowledgment
- A copy of “Generation AI” by Dr. Gregory Stock
GOLD SPONSOR – $5,000
- 4 tickets to the NWS Summer Gala and 4 tickets to the August 7 Gregory Stock City Opera House event (face value $1,000)
- Recognition from the stage during the gala
- Your name featured in the pre-event slideshow
- Your business logo on the gala event poster
- Inclusion in social media and e-newsletter promotions
- A copy of “Generation AI” by Gregory Stock
PRESENTING SPONSOR – $10,000
- A reserved table for 8 guests at the August 7th NWS Summer Gala and 8 tickets to the August 9 event with Gregory Stock and eight tickets at the City Opera House (face value $2,000)
- Full-page ad in both the gala program and fall season program guide
- Premier recognition as the Presenting Sponsor in all gala promotional materials
- Podium recognition at the gala during opening remarks
- Lead feature in pre-event slideshow
- Your name or business logo on the gala event poster and signage
- Your name or business logo featured across social media and e-newsletter promotions
- A copy of “Generation AI and the Transformation of Human Being” by Gregory Stock
Your donation is tax-deductible, less the value of “Generation AI” hardcover ($13.99), if applicable, and dinner cost ($100 per person).
The National Writers Series is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID #: EIN: 27-2470925
Event & Tickets Details
August 7, 2025 | 5:00 p.m.
Jacob’s Farm
7100 E. Traverse Highway
Traverse City, MI 49684
Cocktail Attire
$250 tickets include:
- Hor d’oeuvres and dinner
- An open bar and live music
- Student reading
- All the exciting news and updates at National Writers Series
- A signed copy of “Generation AI and The Transformation of Human Being” by Dr. Gregory Stock
Buy a table of eight for $1800 (discount of $200)