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Don't miss the ATS Research Program Benefit! Every dollar advances lifesaving research to prevent, treat, and cure respiratory disease.
The Benefit will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Orlando Hotel. Each ticket includes a tax-deductible donation to the ATS Research Program.
You can purchase tickets to the Benefit when you register for ATS 2026, and you can even use a different credit card than the card you use to pay for registration.
Corporate and Institutional packages which include logo recognition and other benefits can be purchased through ATS 2026 registration OR by contacting Delia Naughton, LMSW at dnaughton@thoracic.org.
If you’d like to make a gift to the ATS Research Program directly, you can do so here.
Ticket Information
Founder Tickets - $1,000 ($700 tax deductible)
2 general admission tickets to the event
Invitation to VIP Donor Reception at ATS 2026
Use of the Donor Cafe during ATS 2026
Acknowledgement for one year on the ATS Website
General Admission Supporter Ticket - $350 ($200 tax deductible)
1 general admission ticket
Use of Donor Cafe during ATS 2026
Institution Packages
ATS 2026 Benefit - Institution Packages | Visionary Package | Champion Package | Patron Package |
| Cost | $25,000 | $10,000 | $5,000 |
| Tax Deductible Amount | $21,250 | $7,750 | $3,500 |
| Number of Tickets | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Reserved Seating | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo placement on event signage and Donor Lounge signage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Attribution in key ATS media before and after the event | ✓ | ||
| Dedicated meterboard from Sponsor Institution at event and moved to poster hall post-event | 2 | 1 | |
| Banner ad on AJRCCM site linking to sponsoring institution home page or career opening page | ✓ | ||
| Table Captain use of Donor Lounge at ATS 2026 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Corporate Sponsorship Information
We’d love to have our friends in industry sponsor and attend this important event. Proceeds from this event support the ATS Research Program, and your leadership means more than ever before. For questions, please email Meredith Smalstig, Associate Director, Sponsorships and Industry Programs, at msmalstag@thoracic.org.
ATS 2026 Benefit - Corporate Sponsorship |
Sapphire Level |
Crystal Level |
Gold Level |
Silver Level |
| Cost | $100,000 | $50,000 | $25,000 | $10,000 |
| Number of Tickets | 40 | 20 | 15 | 10 |
| Reserved Seating | Lounge Seating | Lounge Seating | Reserved Tables | Reserved Tables |
| Recognition on stage at the ATS 2026 Opening Ceremony on Saturday afternoon with a member of the ATS Executive Committee and Industry sponsor senior leadership | ✓ | |||
| Invitation to ATS President's Reception on Tuesday evening | 4 | 2 | ||
| Invitation to ATS Donor Reception with ATS Officers, Executive Staff, Research Awardees, and KOLs | 10 | 5 | 2 | |
| Professional photo with ATS Leadership during Donor Reception | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Corporate logo placement on program materials (tiered)** | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Corporate logo placement on event signage and ATS Donor Cafe signage (tiered)** | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Attribution in key ATS media before and after the event | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Priority Points | 10 | 5 | 2.5 | 1 |
| Use of Donor Lounge at ATS 2026 | 10 | 5 |
** Inclusion is dependent on confirmed support prior to print deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where and when is the benefit?
> The ATS Research Program Benefit is held Saturday evening, May 16, 2026 during the conference, just after the Opening Ceremony, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Orlando Hotel.
How do I register for the benefit?
> You can purchase your ticket or table package with logo recognition as part of your registration for the ATS 2026 International Conference. You can even use a different credit card if you'd like. Decide to come at the last minute? Our staff onsite will be able to help.
What should I expect?
> ATS members consider the ATS their professional home! Benefit guests consider the event to be a great opportunity to interact with leaders in the field. Hors-d’oeuvres, beer and wine are served.
Where do I pick up my ticket?
> For faster check-in, your ATS 2026 conference badge will have a symbol on it that will identify you as a Benefit guest. Otherwise, our event staff can confirm your name on the guest list.
Is there a dress code?
> There is no required dress code, most attendees are in business attire.
What if I still have questions?
> Email us at philanthropy@thoracic.org. We’re happy to help.