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Celebrating
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
Message from our President and CEO:
It’s coming, Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! As part of the celebration, the Asian Pacific American Institute for
Congressional Studies will be celebrating its 21st year with our Annual Gala Awards Dinner and Leadership Academy for
Elected Officials on May – 14 and 15, 2015. These anchor events in Washington, D.C. are part of the celebratory week
of events that will draw the largest gathering of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in our Nation’s Capital. We hope
that your organization will join us in the celebration by supporting the political empowerment of the AAPI community.
Founded by former Secretary Norman Y. Mineta in 1994, APAICS is a 50l(c)(3) nonprofit, non-partisan, educational organization dedicated
to promoting AAPI participation and representation at all levels of the political process, from community service to elected office. APAICS
programs focus on leadership development and filling the political pipeline for AAPIs to pursue public office at the local, state and federal levels.
Nearly 1000 people attended last year’s Gala Awards Dinner, which was keynoted by actor George Takei. Past keynotes
and honorees have included luminaries including President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, former Secretary
Gary Locke, President Bill Clinton, the late Senator Daniel K. Inouye, Senator Daniel K. Akaka, Congressman Mike Honda,
and current CAPAC Chair Congresswoman Judy Chu. In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the
2014 Gala will be the “must attend” event of the year and our awardees and speakers will exemplify the best that our
community and nation has to offer. Please join us in celebrating the political empowerment of the AAPI community.
In addition to our Awards Dinner, APAICS will host its Annual two day National Leadership Academy, on May 14th and 15th, 2015
which consists of two days of training for state and local elected officials, as well as for prospective political leaders in the community.
Other community events the week of May 11, 2015 include National Council of Asian Pacific Americans
(NCAPA) Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander 2015 Policy Summit and Congressional Asian
Pacific American Caucus’ Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Ceremony. Also that week, we will be having
our second Military Leadership Luncheon on May 13, 2015 which was launched last year and a huge success.
This booklet provides information about sponsorship levels. There is also flexibility to build a sponsorship package that works for
your organization. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Helen Ruggiero on my development team
at [email protected]. We count on your generosity to build our future leaders, and we look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
S. Floyd Mori
President and CEO
THE
APAICS
MISSION
The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS)
is a national non-partisan, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to
promoting Asian Pacific American participation and representation to all
levels of the political process, from community service to elected office.
PAST KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:
PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA & VICE PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN
M AY 2015
S PONSORSH IP O PP O RT U N I T I E S
APAICS
21ST ANNUAL GALA AWARDS DINNER
MAY 14TH, 2015
In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month the 2015 APAICS
21st Awards Dinner will be the “must attend” event of the year and our awardees
and speakers will exemplify the best that our community and nation has to offer.
Attended by nearly 800 people last year, the Gala Awards Dinner was keynoted
by actor, George Takei. Past keynotes and honorees have included luminaries including
President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, former Secretary Gary Locke,
President Bill Clinton, the late Senator Daniel K. Inouye, Senator Daniel K. Akaka,
Congressman Mike Honda, and current CAPAC Chair Congresswoman Judy Chu.
Sponsorship Levels
Exclusive Awards Gala Host—$200,000
• 4 Diamond tables seating 10 guests at each table
• 2 Tables seating 10 guests at each table at Military Luncheon
• 10 tickets for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 40 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• 4 Foursomes at our APAICS Fifth Annual Golf Tournament (Date and Place TBA)
• Premier speaking opportunity at the Awards Dinner
• Premier placement of full page advertisement in Gala Awards Dinner program book
• Special acknowledgement from podium at beginning and end of Gala Awards Dinner
• Hyperlinked logo on the APAICS website for all Asian Pacific American Heritage
events hosted by APAICS for one year
• Press release recognition through APAICS media campaigns highlighting Asian
Pacific American Heritage Month with a quote attributed to company
CEO/representative
• Exclusive placement of corporate logo on center screen at Gala Awards Dinner
• Acknowledgements as host in all materials
• Logo featured on Step-and-Repeat
PAST KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
GEORGE TAKEI
• Photo opportunity with VIPs
Gold Sponsorship—$100,000
• 2 Gold tables seating 10 guests at each table
• 5 tickets for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 20 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• 2 Foursomes at our APAICS Fifth Annual Golf Tournament (Date TBA) recognition
in the Gala Awards Dinner press release
• Preferred placement of full page advertisement in the event program book
• Event signage
• Logo featured on Step-and-Repeat
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website
Silver Sponsorship—$50,000
• 1 Silver table seating 10 guests
• 3 ticket for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 10 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• 1 Foursome at our APAICS Fourth Annual Golf Tournament (Date TBA)
• Full page advertisement in Gala Awards Dinner program book
• Event signage
• Logo featured on Step-and-Repeat
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website
Bronze Sponsorship—$25,000
• 1 table seating 10 guests
• Half page advertisement in Gala Awards Dinner program book
• Event signage
• Logo featured on Step-and-Repeat
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website
Supporters—$10,000
• 1 table seating 10 guests
• Acknowledgement in Gala Awards Dinner program book
Build new community relationships. Connect with Washington, D.C.
APAICS
LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
MAY 14TH & 15TH, 2015
Established in 1999 the two-day APAICS Leadership Academy provides Asian
American and Pacific Islander elected officials with the skills and training needed
to excel in their current office as well as prepare them for opportunities to advance into higher
office. Over 200 elected officials have participated in the Leadership Academy since its inception.
Bringing together a bipartisan group of promising AAPI political leaders from
state legislatures, city councils, and local governing bodies across the country.
Sponsorship Levels
Exclusive Leadership Academy Host—$100,000
• 2 Diamond tables seating 10 guests at each table for Gala Awards Dinner
• 3 tickets for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 20 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• 2 Foursomes at APAICS Fourth Annual Golf Tournament (Date TBA)
• Premier speaking opportunity at Leadership Academy (both days).
• Logo on event signage for the Leadership Academy
• Logo at event program for Leadership Academy
• Full page color advertisement in Leadership Academy and Gala Program books.
• Acknowledgement as host in all materials.
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website.
• Aggressive media outreach to national outlets
• Welcome sign at hotel and other banners.
• Verbal acknowledgement at Gala Awards Dinner.
Gold Sponsorship—$25,000
Silver Sponsorship—$10,000
• 1 Gold table seating 10 guests for Gala Awards Dinner
• Half table seating 5 guests
• 1 ticket for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• Logo and event signage for Leadership Academy
• 10 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• Logo in event program booklet for Leadership Academy
• Logo and event signage for Leadership Academy
• Acknowledgement at podium
• Greeting opportunity at either breakfast or lunch (one day only)
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website.
• Logo in event programs for Leadership Academy
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website
APAICS
VIP APPRECIATION DINNER
MAY 13TH, 2015
Join members of the Congressional Asian Pacific Caucus, key stakeholders,
and strong supporters of APAICS in an intimate invitation-only dinner.
This is an exclusive opportunity for a sponsor.
Exclusive VIP Appreciation Dinner Host
Gold Sponsor
—$30,000—
—$15,000—
• 1 table seating 10 guests for Gala Awards Dinner
• Half table seating 5 guests for Gala Awards Dinner
• 5 tickets for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 2 tickets for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 10 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• 5 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• Premier speaking opportunity
• Acknowledgement at VIP Appreciation Dinner
at VIP Appreciation Dinner
• Logo and host acknowledgement on dinner menus
• Acknowledgement as host on all materials
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website
APAICS
ALUMNI AWARDS BREAKFAST
MAY 13TH, 2015
Rise and shine for the APAICS Alumni Association Awards Breakfast. APAICS
will honor two alumni: one who has advanced in the pipeline, and another
who has made significant contributions to further build the pipeline.
Exclusive Alumni Awards Breakfast Host—$20,000
• 1 table seating 10 guests for Gala Awards Dinner
• 1 ticket for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 10 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• Premier speaking opportunity at Alumni Awards Breakfast
• Preferred seating at Alumni Awards Breakfast
• Logo on event signage
• Acknowledgement as host in all materials
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website
Gold Sponsor—$10,000
• 2 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner
• Acknowledgement at podium
• Preferred seating at Alumni Awards Breakfast
• Logo on event signage
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website
Supporter—$5,000
• 2 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner
• Acknowledgement at podium
• Logo on event signage
APAICS
OTHER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Program Book Advertisements
Full Page:
Half Page:
$2,500
$1,000
APAICS
MILITARY LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON
MAY 13TH, 2015
Join Members of the Armed Forces and the Pan-Pacific American Leaders and
Mentors organization to honor a top level officer and inspire our young military.
This is an exclusive opportunity for a sponsor.
Exclusive Luncheon Host—$25,000
Gold Sponsor—$10,000
• 1 table seating 10 guests for Luncheon
• Half table seating 5 guests for Luncheon
• 1 table seating 10 guests for Gala Awards Dinner
• Half table seating 5 guests for Gala Awards Dinner
• 5 tickets for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 2 tickets for VIP Appreciation Dinner
• 10 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• 5 tickets for Gala Awards Dinner VIP Reception
• Premier speaking opportunity at Military Luncheon
• Acknowledgement at Military Luncheon
• Logo and host acknowledgement on luncheon menus
• Acknowledgement as host on all materials
• Logo with hyperlink on APAICS website
“I am living proof of how APAICS has helped to open the
doors of possibilities and made them a reality. Since my
selection as the first Anheuser-Busch/Frank Horton Fellow
in 1997, I have worked in U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye’s office,
graduated from law school, and been elected at age 28
to the State House of Representatives in Hawaii.
Just as APAICS has provided me with the encouragement and
support, I hope that what I’ve accomplished ignites the same
spark for other APIAs, especially among the younger generation,
to run for office or participate in public service.”
“APAICS is a vital component of our community’s efforts to play
a role in determining the future political and social landscape
of the United States. By bringing together Asian Pacific Islander
American community leaders from across the country and the
political spectrum, APAICS serves as a forum for energizing
our community around the goal that all of us share: building a
full and equal presence for Asian Pacific Islander Americans
in the public life of this Nation.”
Hon. Norman Y. Mineta
Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce and Transportation
Co-founder and former Chair of APAICS
Rep. Scott Nishimoto
Hawai’i State House of Representatives
1997 Anheuser-Busch/Frank Horton Fellow
“APAICS is the premier “go to” national organization for leadership
and pipeline development for the API community. I am proud of
the work that APAICS has accomplished and honored to be part
of an organization that continues to foster civil engagement in
one of the fastest growing communities in the country.”
Evan Low
“APAICS has served individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander descent
and has encouraged AAP is to engage in the political process as
students, community leaders, and elected officials. As the first
Chinese-American woman elected to Congress, I fully recognize
the importance of building a strong AAPI community within the
political arena, and APAICS is at the forefront of that pursuit.”
Rep. Judy Chu
U.S. House of Representatives
Mayor, City of Campbell, California
Chairwoman, Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus
President, National League of Cities Asian Pacific American Municipal Officials
Board Member, APAICS
APAICS
1001 CONNECTICUT AVENUE NW
SUITE 320, WASHINGTON DC 20036
Phone: 202 296 9200
Fax: 202 296 9236
[email protected]
www.apaics.org