ISLA Leadership Retreat 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

December 4–6, 2026 | Diyanet Center – Lanham, Maryland

Support one of the premier leadership gatherings for Islamic school leaders in North America.

The ISLA Leadership Retreat brings together heads of school, principals, executive directors, board members, and educational leaders for two days of professional development, strategic planning, collaboration, and networking focused on strengthening Islamic education.

In addition, the ISLA Pre-Retreat Workshop brings together a close-knit group of school educators to learn from nationally recognized leaders.  This event precedes the main Leadership Retreat and focuses on research, thought-provoking discussions, and data to frame important conversations on the future of Islam-centered education policies.

2025 Impact

• 100 attendees
• 42 educational institutions
• Participants from 17 states and provinces across North America
• Who You'll Reach: Decision Makers

Heads of School • Principals • Executive Directors • Board Members • Academic Leaders • School Business Officers • Curriculum Leaders • Emerging School Leaders • Community Leaders

Why Partner with ISLA?

• Connect with leaders and decision-makers from Islamic schools across North America.
• Increase your organization's visibility before, during, and after the Leadership Retreat.
• Build meaningful relationships with school leaders, educators, and administrators.
• Demonstrate your commitment to strengthening Islamic education.
• Extend your reach through ISLA's digital communications and professional network.

Your sponsorship helps keep registration affordable while investing in the future of Islamic education. Sponsorship benefits apply to the Leadership Retreat and associated event marketing unless otherwise noted.

Limited Sponsorship Opportunities

• 1 Presenting Partner (Exclusive)
• 1 School Host Sponsors (Exclusive)
• Gold Sponsors
• Silver and Bronze Sponsorships available

Bronze Sponsor — $750

A meaningful way to support Islamic education and increase your organization's visibility—no travel or on-site participation required.

Benefits

• Logo on digital marketing materials
• Logo in the digital program booklet
• Recognition on the ISLA event webpage
• Inclusion in a group sponsor recognition on ISLA social media
• Opportunity to provide one branded promotional item for attendee gift bags*

*Registration and transportation not included.

Silver Sponsor — $1,500

Expand your organization's visibility while supporting leadership development across North America's Islamic schools—without needing to attend in person.

Includes all Bronze Sponsor benefits, plus:

• Half-page advertisement in the digital program booklet
• Enhanced logo placement on digital marketing materials
• Recognition during opening remarks
• Two social media posts
• Featured listing in the digital sponsor directory with a brief organization description, logo, website, and contact information
• Opportunity to provide brochures or promotional materials for attendees
• *Registration not included.

Gold Sponsor — $3,000

Build relationships with school leaders and decision-makers through meaningful in-person engagement while showcasing your organization's commitment to advancing Islamic education.

Includes all Silver Sponsor benefits, plus the following perks:

• One (1) complimentary registration for Retreat daytime programming and meals*
• Sponsor exhibit table
• Opportunity to deliver up to 5 minutes of remarks (live or pre-recorded)
• Full-page advertisement in the digital program booklet
• Dedicated sponsor spotlight on ISLA social media
• Recognition from the podium during the Leadership Retreat
• Featured listing in the digital sponsor directory with a brief organization description, logo, website, and contact information
• Opportunity to display one retractable banner in the main meeting space (provided by sponsor)

School Host Sponsorship - In-Kind + $5,000 (Limited to 1)

Support one of the signature experiences of the Leadership Retreat & Pre-Retreat Workshop as a host, providing opportunities to directly engage with school leaders from across North America. 

Sponsor provides:

• Morning refreshments and grab-and-go lunch for a School Visit on the morning of December 4th
• Welcome participants with 10-15 minutes opening remarks at the school visit
• Provide a tour of school to attendees along with time for Q & A with a school leader
• A 2-3 hours experience in total on the morning of December 4th
• Support with transportation appreciated, but not required

Benefits include Gold sponsor benefits, plus:

• Exclusive recognition as a Premiere School Host Sponsorship
• Premier logo placement on all related marketing materials
• Sponsor exhibit table at the Retreat in prime location
• Two (2) complimentary registrations for Retreat daytime programming and meals*
• Prime marketing - Video SM post encouraging attendees to join
• Guest Speaker at November ISLA School Admin meeting to invite and encourage attendance

Presenting Partner — $7,500 (Exclusive)

Our premier partnership opportunity for organizations seeking the highest level of visibility, relationship-building, and engagement with leaders shaping the future of Islamic education.

Includes all Gold Sponsor benefits, plus:

• Exclusive recognition as the Presenting Partner of the ISLA Leadership Retreat 2026
• Premier logo placement on all event marketing, registration, and promotional materials
• Recognition on the ISLA website and event registration page
• Two (2) complimentary registrations for Retreat programming and meals*
• Priority sponsor exhibit location
• Opportunity to deliver opening remarks (up to 5 minutes)
• Dedicated sponsor spotlights before and after the Retreat across ISLA's digital platforms
• Opportunity to display up to two retractable banners in the main meeting space (provided by sponsor)
• Opportunity to include a welcome letter or premium branded promotional item in attendee registration packets
• Prime marketing - Video SM post encouraging attendees to join
• Option to attend an ISLA School Admin meeting as a guest speaker to speak about 
• institution and encourage attendance
• Speaking opportunity at the Retreat (30 minutes) on a topic mutually agreed upon

Sponsorship Information

Sponsorship opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are confirmed upon receipt of payment.

Organizations interested in customizing a sponsorship package are welcome to contact ISLA to discuss partnership opportunities.

All sponsors have the option of providing a branded, promotional item for attendee gift bags.  Items must be scheduled to be received by Monday, November 30th (address provided in the confirmation email).

Important: Sponsorships are non-refundable, and are subject to ISLA review.