The 11th Annual Richard Allen Awards / UNCF Masquerade

January 11, 2016
Press Release:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
11TH Annual Allen University Richard Allen Awards to honor Ms. Henri E. Baskins,
Mr. Ray Conner and Rev. Solomon Jackson
Columbia SC (January 11, 2016) — Allen University will host its 11th Annual Richard Allen Awards/UNCF
fundraising event to raise critical scholarship dollars for Allen University students. The event will be held
Saturday, February 13th at the Columbia Marriott. Doors open at 11:30 am. The event includes an
extensive silent auction, live entertainment, and a Mardi Gras themed lunch.
Allen University was founded in 1870 with a mission to provide students the opportunity to obtain a
baccalaureate degree in liberal arts and professional programs. Allen offers undergraduate degrees in
Business, Math and Science, Religion and in the Humanities to both U.S. and International students.
Ninety-Eight percent of our students rely on scholarships to complete their degrees.
According to Dr. Flavia Eldemire, Director of Institutional Advancement, “Our goal this year is to raise
$250,000.00. Your attendance, monetary donations, auction items and table sponsorships will help
make this themed masquerade luncheon a success”. Attendees will have an opportunity to purchase
items from our silent auction gallery, listen to the soulful music of the Reggie Sullivan Band and enjoy a
delicious cuisine while contributing to our students’ academic goal of obtaining a college degree.
The event will also honor three community leaders that support Allen University, UNCF and the
Columbia community. The honorees are as follows:
Ms. HENRI E. BASKINS
Executive Director, Greater Columbia Community Relations Council
Mr. RAY CONNER
Vice Chairman, The Boeing Company
President and Chief Executive Officer, Boeing Commercial Airplanes
REV. SOLOMON JACKSON
Community Leader and Philanthropist
Tickets for the Luncheon are available at: http://2016scholarshipluncheon.eventbrite.com or you may
call the Office of Institutional Advancement at 803.255.4770.
Allen University is a private, coeducational institution located in Columbia, South Carolina. It is fully accredited by
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate degrees. To
learn more about Allen University, please visit www.AllenUniversity.edu.
Press Contact:
Dr. Flavia Eldemire
Executive Director
Special Programs, Career Placement & Marketing
Allen University
Phone: (803) 255-4742
Advancement@allenuniversity.edu
www.allenuniversity.edu
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11th Annual Richard Allen Awards/UNCF
Masquerade Scholarship Luncheon
Corporate
Sponsorship
Packet
GREETINGS FROM THE PRESIDENT
Dear Potential Sponsor,
Allen University will host its 11th Annual Richard Allen Award - UNCF Scholarship Fundraising
Masquerade Luncheon on Saturday, February 13, 2016, in the Grand Ballroom of the Marriot Hotel in
downtown Columbia, S.C. from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This annual fundraiser provides scholarships for
deserving students to attend Allen University. With your generous support, we can meet our target goal of
raising $250,000 for scholarship support.
Allen University was founded in 1870 with a mission to provide subtends the opportunity to obtain a
baccalaureate degree in liberal arts and professional programs. In 2015, Allen University admitted
students from 23 states and two countries. Ninety-eight percent of our students rely on scholarships
to complete their degrees. The Annual Richard Allen Award UNCF Scholarship luncheon raises critical
dollars for student scholarships.
The luncheon includes a silent auction, lunch, live entertainment and networking opportunities. Please
see the sponsorship packet included. Your sponsorship will help continue Allen University’s legacy of
leadership and service in the larger community.
Join us as we continue our mission of teaching young people to be good citizens, professionals, and
leaders in our local and global economies. Please complete the enclosed sponsorship contract and
send your tax-deductible contribution today. You can also purchase tickets and make donations online at
https://2016scholarshipluncheon.eventbrite.com. We look forward to seeing you at this wonderful
occasion.
Lady June Cole, Ph.D.
President
THE 2016 RICHARD ALLEN AWARD HONOREES
Ms. Henri E. Baskins
Executive Director
Greater Columbia Community Relations Council
Mr. Ray Conner
Vice Chairman
The Boeing Company
President and Chief Executive Officer
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
Rev. Solomon Jackson
Community Leader and Philanthropist
Entertainment by
The Reggie Sullivan Band
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Sponsorship Opportunities and Benefits
All Sponsors Will be Recognized in the Annual Report
Platinum Level ($30,000 and above)
Premier seating—Three (3) tables of 10 guests
Publicly thanked from the podium and on-screen recognition
Premium ad placement (one full-page ad—inside cover or back cover, as
determined by program) in the Event Program Booklet
Recognition as a Platinum Level sponsor on signage at the event.
Gold Level ($15,000 and above)
Premier seating—Two (2) tables of 10 guests
Publicly thanked from the podium and on-screen recognition
One half-page ad (placement determined by Program) in the Event Program
Booklet
Recognition as a Gold Level sponsor on signage at the event
Silver Level ($10,000 and above)
Two (2) tables of 10 guests
Publicly thanked from the podium and on-screen recognition
One quarter-page ad (placement determined by Program) in the Event Program
Booklet
Recognition as a Silver Level sponsor on signage at the event
Bronze Level ($5,000 and above)
One (1) table of 10 guests
One quarter-page ad (placement determined by Program) in the Event Program
Booklet
Recognition as a Bronze Level sponsor on signage at the event
ADVERTISEMENT SPONSORSHIPS
SIZE
FULL COLOR RATE
Full-Page (7.5” w x 10” h)
$500.00
Half-Page (7.5” w x 4.75” h)
$250.00
Quarter-Page (3.5” w x 4.75” h)
$125.00
FILE FORMATS
All artwork and logos must be print ready.
Logos must be original vector artwork in JPEG or PDF format.
Ads must be CMYK files with a resolution of 300 dpi in either JPEG or PDF format.
Ads must have crop marks for positioning.
FILE SUBMISSION: Submit all files to feldemire@allenuniversity.edu.
All artwork must be received no later than February 3, 2016.
For ad information call (803) 255- 4770 or (803) 255- 4742
SPONSORSHIP CONTRACT
Contact Information
MR/MRS/MS/DR
FIRST NAME
MI
LAST NAME
ADDRESS (For credit card charges, address listed must be your billing address.)
CITY
ST
EMAIL ADDRESS
PERSONAL
JR/SR/II/etc.
APT
ZIP CODE
PHONE
HOME
SUITE
WORK
CELL
WORK
Please list the name(s) as follows for recognition:
Sponsorship Information
Check all that apply:
Platinum Level Sponsor – $30,000
Gold Level Sponsor – $15,000
Silver Level Sponsor – $10,000
Bronze Sponsor – $5,000
Advertisements
Check all that apply:
Full Page – $500
Half Page – $250
Quarter Page – $125
Method of Payment
Cash
Check
$
Check number ____________
Make check payable to: Allen University - Luncheon 2016
$
Charge my Credit Card in the amount of $____________
Name as it appears on card: ___________________________________________________________
Card #___________________________________
Expiration Date_______/_______
CVV Number __________
Money Order
$
$
Total Amount Enclosed: $
Submission Method
Email:
advancement@allenuniversity.edu
Fax:
(803) 376-5733
Mail:
Allen University
Institutional Advancement
1530 Harden Street
Columbia, SC 29204
________________________________________________________________
____________________________
Signature
Date
For more information about sponsorship opportunities contact:
Dr. Flavia Eldemire, Executive Director - Special Programs, Career Placement & Marketing
Phone: (803) 255-4770 | Email: feldemire@allenuniversity.edu
The Allen University Board of Trustees
Right Reverend Dr. Richard F. Norris, Chairman
Rev. Dr. Norvel Goff, Sr.
Mr. Alfred R. Berkeley III
Rev. Dr. Ronnie E. Brailsford, Sr.
The Honorable James E. Clyburn
Rev. Robert B. Cooper, Sr.
The Honorable Tamara C. Curry
Mr. Norman L. Deas
Mr. Sy Holt
Mr. Willie F. Johnson
Rev. Dr. Juenarrl Keith
Mrs. Bobra Bright McAdams
Rev. Robert L. McCants, Sr.
Rev. Dr. Allen W. Parrott
Rev. Dr. Caesar R. Richburg
Mr. David Rivers
Mr. Fred R. Sheheen
Rev. Dr. William Smith, Jr.
1530 HARDEN STREET COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA 29204
(803) 376-5700
WWW.ALLENUNIVERSITY.EDU
“We teach the mind to THINK, the hands to WORK, and the heart to LOVE.”
PRESIDENT LADY JUNE COLE AND ALLEN UNIVERSITY
CORDIALLY INVITE YOU TO
THE ELEVENTH ANNUAL
Richard Allen Awards / uncf
Saturday, February 13, 2016
MARRIOTT HOTEL
1200 Hampton Street • Columbia, SC 29201
Silent Auction: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Luncheon: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Individual Tickets $180.00
Tables Starting at $2,000.00
R.S.V.P.
(803) 255-4770 or
http://2016scholarshipluncheon.eventbrite.com
R.S.V.P.
THE ELEVENTH ANNUAL
RICHARD ALLEN AWARDS / UNCF
Saturday, February 13, 2016
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS $180.00 | TABLES STARTING AT $2,000.00
Name___________________________________________________
Phone ____________ Email _______________________________
________ Accept with pleasure. I plan to reserve:
________ Ticket(s) or _______ Table(s)
Menu Selection: Select 1 per ticket or 10 per table
______ Shrimp & Grits
______ Grilled Chicken with Maple Glaze
______ Jambalaya
I would like to make a donation. $___________________
PAYMENT OPTIONS
________Check
________Phone (Make payable to Allen University & mail to:
Allen University -­Office of Institutional Advancement
1530 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29204)
(via Credit Card) at (803) 255-4770
________Onlineat http://2016scholarshipluncheon.eventbrite.com
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS
All Sponsors Will be Recognized in the Annual Report
Platinum Level ($30,000 and above)
1.Premier seating—three (3) tables of 10 guests
2.Publicly thanked from the podium and on-screen recognition
3.Premium ad placement (one full-page ad—inside cover or back
cover, as determined by program) in the Event Program Booklet
4.Recognition as a Platinum Level sponsor on signage at the event.
Gold Level ($15,000 and above)
1.Premier seating—two (2) tables of 10 guests
2.Publicly thanked from the podium and on-screen recognition
3.One half-page ad (placement determined by Program) in the Event
Program Booklet
4.Recognition as a Gold Level sponsor on signage at the event
Silver Level ($10,000 and above)
1.Two (2) tables of 10 guests
2.Publicly thanked from the podium and on-screen recognition
3.One quarter-page ad (placement determined by Program) in the
Event Program Booklet
4.Recognition as a Silver Level sponsor on signage at the event
Bronze Level ($5,000 and above)
1.One (1) table of 10 guests
2.One (1) quarter-page ad (placement determined by Program) in the
Event Program Booklet
3.Recognition as a Bronze Level sponsor on signage at the event
Table Sponsor ($2,000 and above)
1.One (1) table of 10 guests
2.Table signage and recognition in the program
** If you are interested in purchasing an ad separately contact Dr. Flavia Eldemire
at Feldemire@allenuniversity.edu or (803) 255-4770