Celebration of Wilma Dykeman's 106th Birthday Anniversary
Our annual fundraiser
Honoring a Legacy of Change
Wilma Dykeman was a native of these mountains, an author, and an activist for the people and places of Appalachia. The Wilma Dykeman Legacy continues her work by protecting natural resources, advancing social justice, and uplifting Appalachian culture through education, advocacy, and the arts.
Doors open at 5:00 P.M. Program begins at 5:30 P.M.
Free parking in the spacious parking deck connected to the A-B Tech Conference Center.
Each ticket holder will receive a copy of the Digital Keepsake.
Heavy hors d'oeuvres from Kente Kitchen, birthday cake and cupcakes.
PROGRAM:
Asheville singer-songwriter Lyric - a perennial Best of WNC winner.\
Storyteller Becky Stone offering a tribute to photographer and theater artist Andrea Clark.
Wilma Dykeman Legacy President Jim Stokely reflecting on his mother's life and legacy.
Line dancing led by Asheville's own Brenda Mills.
Become a Sponsor by clicking on the Eventbrite link.
Your sponsorship directly supports the Wilma Dykeman Legacy’s ongoing work while giving your organization visibility among our dedicated supporters.
We offer several sponsorship levels:
Personal Birthday Greeting – $75
• Birthday greeting (Up to 10 words) in the Digital Keepsake
• Two tickets to the Wilma Dykeman Birthday Celebration
• Subscription to the Wilma Dykeman Legacy Newsletter
Friends’ Level – $125
• ¼ page ad in the Digital Keepsake (Digital-ready ads required. Dimensions on the Eventbrite site)
• Four tickets to the celebration
• Wilma Dykeman Legacy Newsletter
BUY A TABLE
- Eight tickets to the celebration
Advocates’ Level – $250
• ½ page ad in the Digital Keepsake (Digital-ready ads required. Dimensions on the Eventbrite site)
• Six tickets to the celebration
• Wilma Dykeman Legacy Newsletter
Motivators’ Level – $500
• Full-page ad in the Digital Keepsake (Digital-ready ads required. Dimensions on the Eventbrite site)
• Eight tickets to the celebration
• Wilma Dykeman Legacy Newsletter
Inspirers’ Level – $1,000+
• Full-page ad in the Digital Keepsake (Digital-ready ads required. Dimensions on the Eventbrite site)
• Eight tickets to the celebration
• Recognition at all 2025 Wilma Dykeman Legacy events
• Logo placement on the Wilma Dykeman Legacy website for one year
• Wilma Dykeman Legacy Newsletter