INVITES YOU TO CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF

CARING FOR THE HEART AND SOUL OF MUSIC

EVENING OF STORIES

PRESENTED BY

 
 

A MAGICAL NIGHT OF PORTER'S CALL STORIES AND SONGS

HONORING AMY GRANT

FEATURING: Hillary Scott (of Lady A), Ellie Holcomb, and Natalie Hemby

HOSTED BY: Dave Barnes and Melinda Doolittle

Additional artists and special guests to be announced soon


Tuesday September 1, 2026

Location: Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum

Cocktail reception and silent auction at 6pm, dinner and program begin at 7pm

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The Porter’s Call Founder’s Award

We are thrilled to present our 2026 Founder’s Award to

Amy Grant

an artist whose life and legacy beautifully reflect the heart, hospitality, and quiet generosity that inspired Porter’s Call from the beginning.

The Founder’s Award was first presented to Porter’s Call founder, Al Andrews, in 2023 and recognizes individuals whose lives reflect the organization's spirit and mission.


Amy Grant's career spans more than 40 years and stretches from her roots in gospel into becoming an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality and philanthropist. With three multi-platinum albums, six platinum albums and four gold albums, her total career album sales have exceeded 30 million and over 1 billion global streams. Grant’s chart success has been consistent throughout her career with six No. 1 hits, 10 Top 40 pop singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary tracks and multiple Contemporary Christian chart-toppers. In addition to her six GRAMMY® Awards, Grant has earned 26 GMA Dove Awards (including four Artist of the Year Awards) and has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as well as the Music City Walk of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

 
 

 

WHAT IS EVENING OF STORIES?

Evening of Stories is a heartwarming and inspiring night where artists share their journeys through both words and songs. This year’s event will feature artists who have personally benefited from Porter’s Call, telling their stories and performing their music, offering a rare and intimate glimpse into the lives of those navigating the challenges of life on the road.

For 2026, we’re excited to present the evening in a dinner format, with opportunities to meaningfully support Porter’s Call through live and silent auctions. The evening offers a close-knit celebration of hope, healing, and belonging for the artists we serve — many of whom face burnout, loneliness, and mental health challenges with little support.

With a more intimate setting this year, sponsorship opportunities are limited and expected to sell out quickly. 

 
 
 
 
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EOS 2026 SPONSORSHIPS

 
 

$30,000 | RECEPTION SPONSOR (1 Available)

Key Benefits

  • Prime positioning as reception sponsor on stand-alone signage at reception

  • One VIP table in a prime location (10 seats)

  • Private pre-show VIP reception

  • Podium acknowledgement from the stage

  • Prominent logo placement on event signage, invitations, and program

  • Recognition in pre- and post-event marketing + sponsor thank-you email

  • Private, half-day customized Porter-led session (virtual or in-person, as available) 

  • Website recognition for one year

  • One-year rights to use the Porter’s Call logo and “Partner of Porter’s Call” designation

 

$30,000 | ARTIST SPONSOR

Key Benefits

  • Prime positioning as artist sponsor on signage during artist performances

  • One VIP table in a prime location (10 seats)

  • Private pre-show VIP reception

  • Podium acknowledgement from the stage

  • Prominent logo placement on event signage, invitations, and program

  • Recognition in pre- and post-event marketing + sponsor thank-you email

  • Private, half-day customized Porter-led session (virtual or in-person, as available)

  • Website recognition for one year

  • One-year rights to use the Porter’s Call logo and “Partner of Porter’s Call” designation

 

$20,000 | GOLD SPONSOR

Key Benefits

  • One premium table (10 seats)

  • Verbal recognition from the stage

  • Logo placement on event signage and in the event program

  • Inclusion in sponsor marketing and thank-you communications

  • Private, Porter-lead lunch session (virtual or in-person, as available)

  • Website recognition for one year

  • One-year rights to use the Porter’s Call logo

 

$15,000 | SILVER SPONSOR

Key Benefits

  • One reserved table (10 seats)

  • Logo placement on event signage and in the event program

  • Inclusion in sponsor thank-you communications

  • Website recognition for one year

 

$10,000 | BRONZE SPONSOR

Key Benefits

  • One reserved table (10 seats)

  • Listed in event program only

  • Inclusion in sponsor thank-you communications

  • Website recognition for one year

 

*Please submit your sponsorship payment by August 1 to secure your table and ensure recognition in all event materials and on our website.

*Donor-Advised Fund grants can be used for the charitable portion of a sponsorship, but IRS guidelines do not allow DAF funds to be used for event tickets or other tangible benefits. If you plan to use a DAF, we’re happy to help split the payment so the deductible portion can come from your fund.

 

For questions regarding sponsorship tiers for Evening of Stories contact:

ASHLEY HOLLAND

ashley@porterscall.com

615-414-6291


 
 
 

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