BUSY BEE BAND & HONEYBEES
1968 - 1972
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The Busy Bee Band & Honeybees are currently seeking corporate sponsors for the upcoming 2026 Battle of Band Camp and our overall band program. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business while supporting student musicians and the arts in our community. We offer multiple sponsorship levels with a variety of promotional benefits, and we welcome organizations of all sizes. With over 5,000 alumni, a strong community reputation, and a large, engaged social media presence, your business will gain valuable visibility and recognition.
Partner with us and make a lasting impact while promoting your brand! Contact the Band Office at 304-366-7826 or email busy.bee.band@gmail.com for information.
2nd Battle of Band Camp
Begins August 8, 2026!
The Battle of Band Camp made an exciting debut last year at Camp Caesar, where the Sousaphones claimed a dominant victory thanks to the generosity of our supporters. Our 2025 goal was to raise $5,000 but we returned to Fairmont having raised more than $22,000! This year’s battle kicks off Thursday, August 6, 2026, and runs through Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The winning section will be announced at Band Camp and they will earn a special treat before we depart camp but ultimately everyone wins as all funds raised will benefit the entire organization.
For our 2026 Battle we are seeking 2–3 partners to sponsor the Battle of Band Camp and be prominently featured on all media involved in the venture. Last year’s campaign generated nearly 1 million impressions and interactions and attracted over 260 individual donors making this a fantastic opportunity to promote your business while supporting student musicians. Follow our social media and website for updates, and get ready to support your favorite section when the Battle of Band Camp begins!
Would you like to relive the magic moments of previous Follies performances? Many of our prior shows are available for immediate streaming from WV MotionWorks. Visit their archive and choose the shows you would like to view. Follies carries a rich tradition and we're proud to be able to offer many shows for your entertainment. And Follies 2026 will be listed soon so watch the website or social media for information! Purchase Previous Follies
The Busy Bee Band and Honeybees of East Fairmont High School in Fairmont, West Virginia is a premier high school marching band, rich in history and tradition. The unique name of the group was adopted in the summer of 1969 and has continued to be well known and respected for 57 years.
To maintain the band's rigorous performance schedule and traditional appearance, we are asking you to consider supporting the band by making a monetary donation to the Donor Recognition Wall. The Donor Recognition Wall will be displayed at the entrance hallway of East Fairmont High School.
Please see the Donor Levels below and complete the accompanying donor form and send along with your payment.
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Maestro Circle $5,000 and Up: Includes 6 Engraved Plaques on Donor wall, Full Page Follies Ad, Halftime Recognition during Home Football Games, Name displayed on banner at Home Football and Basketball Games, Name on Tag in a Uniform, Recognition on Band Social Media.
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Golden Baton Circle $2,500 - $4,999: Includes 5 Engraved Plaques on Donor wall, Follies Sponsor Ad, Name on Tag in a Uniform, Recognition on Band Social Media.
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Silver Baton Circle $1,500 - $2,499: Includes 4 Engraved Plaques on Donor Wall, Follies Contribution Ad, Name on Tag in a Uniform.
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Patron Circle $1,000 - $1,499: Includes 3 Engraved Plaques on Donor Wall, Recognition in Follies program, Name on Tag in a Uniform.
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Sponsor Circle $500 - $999: Includes 2 Engraved Plaque on Donor Wall, Recognition in Follies program, Name on Tag in a Uniform.
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Special Donors $100 - $499: Includes 1 Engraved Plaque on Donor Wall, Recognition in Follies Program.
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Honorable Mention Up to $99: Recognition in Follies Program.
Follies Ads and Public Recognitions apply to 2025 - 2026 school year. Donation Form
