Commissioning Week Sponsorships

I hope this message finds you well.

On behalf of the USS PIERRE Commissioning Committee, I am honored to announce the upcoming commissioning ceremony for the USS PIERRE (LCS 38), scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Port Panama City, Panama City, FL. This prestigious event marks the official entry of the ship into active service in the United States Navy and will be held with the dignity, tradition, and pride befitting such a significant occasion.

We are reaching out to valued community and corporate partners to request your support as a sponsor for this historic event. Sponsorships are essential to funding the ceremonial activities, hospitality for crew and families, commemorative materials, and community outreach efforts that surround the commissioning.

As a sponsor, your organization will be recognized in official programs, signage, and media associated with the commissioning, and will have the opportunity to participate in a milestone that connects your name to the Navy, our service members, and the city of Pierre, South Dakota — the ship’s namesake.

Attached are several sponsorship tiers, each with varying levels of recognition and engagement. Contributions of any amount are sincerely appreciated and will directly support our Sailors and their families during this important transition.

If you would be willing to partner with us or would like additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact me. We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you further and explore how your organization can play a visible and lasting role in this proud moment for our Navy and our nation.

Thank you for your time, your consideration, and for supporting those who serve.

With sincere appreciation,


Christopher Moore
CAPT, USN (ret)
President, Panama City/Bay County Council
Navy League of the United States

Commissioning Week Sponsors

FLEET ADMIRAL

ADMIRAL

COMMODORE

CAPTAIN

COMMANDER & WARDROOM MEMBER

Cadence Bank

Pam Henderson

MidSouth Bank

USS South Dakota Commissioning Committee

System Service & Eng.

Gulf Legacy Law, PA

The Westmoreland Group

Merrill Lynch

Stefanie Gall

Kristopher Hatcher

Anderson Construction

Ann & Tom Klomps

Eldore, Inc.

Wes Overton

Vittles Companies

Ginn Financial Consulting

Liza R Galindo, P.A.

Daniel Gall

Moke O’Connor

USS PIERRE LCS-38 Commissioning

PERSONAL / CORPORATE
RECOGNITION LEVELS

Wardroom Member

$100

Honorary Plank Owner Certificate
Listing in Commemorative Program
Attend Post-Ceremony Reception

Inquiry

Commander

$500

Honorary Plank Owner Certificate
Listing in Commemorative Program
1 Ticket to Chairman/CO’s Reception
1 Ticket to Commanding Officer’s Reception
Attend Post-Ceremony Reception
1 Pierre Ball Caps

Inquiry

Captain

$1,000

Honorary Plank Owner Plaque
Listing in Commemorative Program
2 Tickets to Chairman/CO’s Reception
1 Ticket to Pre-Ceremony VIP Breakfast
2 Tickets to Commanding Officer’s Reception
Attend Post-Ceremony Reception
2 Pierre Ball Caps

Inquiry

Commodore

$5,000

Honorary Plank Owner Plaque
Listing in Commemorative Program
4 Tickets to Chairman/CO’s Reception
2 Tickets to Pre-Ceremony VIP Breakfast
2 Tickets to Commanding Officer’s Reception
Attend Post-Ceremony Reception
4 Pierre Ball Caps

Inquiry

Admiral

$10,000

Honorary Plank Owner Plaque
Listing in Commemorative Program
5 Tickets to Chairman/CO’s Reception
2 Tickets to Pre-Ceremony VIP Breakfast
2 Tickets to Commanding Officer’s Reception
Attend Post-Ceremony Reception
5 Pierre Ball Caps

Inquiry

Fleet Admiral

$25,000

Honorary Plank Owner Plaque
Two VIP Tickets to all Commissioning Events
Listing in Commemorative Program
6 Tickets to Chairman/CO’s Reception
4 Tickets to Pre-Ceremony VIP Breakfast
4 Tickets to Commanding Officer’s Reception
Attend Post-Ceremony Reception
6 Pierre Ball Caps

Inquiry
Sponsorship

Online Payment

For Commodore, Admiral and Fleet Admiral sponsorships, please call/text/e-mail: Joey Ginn 850-624-1077 / joeywginn@gmail.com

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We accept personal or corporate contributions.
The Navy League in Panama City is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization
Donations are tax deductible to the extent provided by law.
Questions? Please call/text/e-mail: Joey Ginn 850-624-1077 / joeywginn@gmail.com

Checks are payable to:
NLUS, Panama City/Bay County Council, Inc.
Post Office Box 16091
Panama City, FL 32406-6091