For one night only, the storied gates of Historic Valley Forge Military College will open for a celebration where past and future collide. This exclusive sneak peek is reserved for the Delco community, offering a festive evening of discovery, where we will unveil a special sampler of the 2026 events and programs. Consider this your exclusive first look at a milestone celebration.


  • Date:01/09/2026 06:00 PM
  • Location 1001 Eagle Rd, Wayne, PA 19087, USA (Map)
  • More Info:Valley Forge Military Academy & College, Mellon Hall, 1001 Eagle Rd, Wayne, PA 19087

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Please join us for the party of the year benefitting

We the People of Delco.

America's 250th Birthday Kick-Off Event in Delaware County

For one night only, the storied gates of Historic Valley Forge Military College will open for a celebration where past and future collide. 
This exclusive sneak peek is reserved for the Delco community, offering a festive evening of discovery, where we will unveil a special sampler of the 2026 events and programs. You will be among the first to experience the historic culinary delights, music, and commemorative memorabilia designed to honor America's 250th Birthday in each of our Heritage themes:

Agricultural Bounty – Fruitful Farms to Great Gardens
Colonial America & Revolution – Philadelphia Campaign
Path to Freedom – Underground Railroad through Civil Rights
Industry – Mills to the Main Line
Delco Rocks American Pop & Patriotism

Consider this your exclusive first look at a milestone celebration.


Friday, January 9, 2026, 6 PM to 9 PM

Valley Forge Military College, Mellon Hall
1001 Eagle Rd, Wayne, PA 19087

Dress: Red, White & Blue Cocktail or Historical Costume Attire

Ticket Options

VIP Experience - $250

  • Early access to the VIP reception with special guests at 5:30 PM
  • Premium seating and exclusive access to select exhibits
  • Commemorative America250 memorabilia package
  • Recognition as a member of the Semiquin Club on our website
  • $125 of your ticket is tax-deductible

General Admission - $150

  • Access to the main event from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Commemorative America250 items
  • $75 of your ticket is tax-deductible

<<PURCHASE TICKETS NOW>> 


Become a Sponsor

All year long you will enjoy event tickets, print and digital recognition, commemorative memorabilia, and optional volunteer opportunities at civic and historic sites. Leave a legacy and know that your sponsorship is making free educational and community programs possible for everyone in Delaware County throughout 2026, making our nation's 250th birthday a celebration for all! 

Sponsorship Levels

Founding Partner - $100,000

  • Industry exclusivity with recognition across all America250PADelco activities
  • Title recognition with one of our signature programs
  • 8 tickets to the Kick-Off Celebration and 2026 Close-Out event
  • Comprehensive brand visibility in all communications and media partnerships
  • Commemorative memorabilia package valued at $2,500
  • $97,000 is tax-deductible

Revolutionary Rebel - $50,000

  • Premium brand position on homepage, advertisements, and donor communications
  • Speaking opportunity at Kick-Off and Closing Ceremony events
  • Digital display ads highlighting your sponsorship
  • 8 tickets to the Kick-Off Celebration and 2026 Close-Out event
  • Commemorative memorabilia package valued at $1,500
  • $48,000 is tax-deductible

Delco Proud - $25,000

  • Recognition in event signage, digital platforms, and remarks
  • Logo placement on newsletters and email campaigns
  • Promoted Social media recognition and campaign participation
  • 8 tickets to the Kick-Off Celebration and 2026 Close-Out event
  • Commemorative memorabilia package valued at $1,000
  • $23,500 is tax-deductible

Liberty Leader - $10,000

  • Logo placement on newsletters and email campaigns
  • Recognition at events through 2026 Independence Day
  • Social media recognition and campaign participation
  • 8 tickets to the Kick-Off Celebration and 2026 Close-Out event
  • Commemorative memorabilia package valued at $500
  • $9,000 is tax-deductible

American Eagle Circle - $5,000

  • Recognition at events through 2026 Independence Day
  • Social media recognition and campaign participation
  • 4 tickets to the Kick-Off Celebration and 2026 Close-Out event
  • Commemorative memorabilia package valued at $500
  • $4,000 is tax-deductible

Stars & Stripes Society - $2,500

  • Recognition at Kick-Off and Closing events
  • Social media campaign participation
  • 2 tickets to the Kick-Off Celebration and 2026 Close-Out event
  • Commemorative memorabilia package valued at $250
  • $2,000 is tax-deductible

Democracy Champion - $1,000

  • Recognition at Kick-Off and Closing events
  • 2 tickets to the Kick-Off Celebration and 2026 Close-Out event
  • Commemorative memorabilia package valued at $100
  • $650 is tax-deductible

[BECOME A SPONSOR]


Your Support Makes History

Proceeds from the We the People Party support free educational and community programs and Delco Volunteers 250 in Delaware County in 2026, making our nation's 250th birthday a celebration for all!


Thank You to the Development & We the People Party Committee

Rebecca Cain. Main Line School Night
Jannie K. Lau Esq.
Hon. Bryan Lentz, Bochetto & Lentz, P.C.
Kevin Madden, Delaware County Council
Theresa Murtagh, Murtagh Bros. Construction
Tony Shahan, T-C Historical Consulting | Flavors of History
Dave White, DWD Mechanical
Tom Gill, OMEGA Commercial Real Estate, Inc.
Zach Hurst, The Henderson Group
Suzy Pratowski, PI Insurance, LLC
Ryan Cassidy, Philly Goat 
Kait Paez, Penns Woods Winery
Cindi Mallon-Sutera, Adaptive Marketing Solutions, LLC