50th Anniversary CelebrationBruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center

SPONSORSHIP BROCHUREOctober 4-6, 2019 I 1212 W. Nevada I Urbana, IL

The 50th anniversary celebration is to recognize the Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center (BNAACC) leadership, staff, students, alumni, and organizational affiliates, to the Illinois campus and broader Urbana-Champaign community. This weekend-long celebration will provide attendees with a glimpse of the past and hope for the future of the BNAACC. The event will begin with the official Grand Re-Opening Ceremony and 50th Celebration Welcome Banquet. The remainder of the weekend will be a focus on student and alumni engagement activities.

Thank you for reviewing our sponsorship brochure, which highlights a range of opportunities and outlines the benefits of each level of support. As we rely on organizations that are truly committed to encouraging Black students to succeed in higher education, we urge your company to participate at the highest level you can.

The BNAACC was opened in the fall of 1969 in response to calls from African American students. The former Afro-American Cultural Program at Illinois was rededicated in 2004 to honor the late Bruce Delmar Nesbitt, the longest serving director in the history of the program. This year, the BNAACC completed construction of a new building and returned services to its previous location on the corner of Matthews and Nevada streets.

The BNAACC 50th Anniversary Celebration committee supports a variety of objectives through its preparation of a weekend-long event, including: • Recognize contributions of the Nesbitt family, former and current directors, staff, alumni, and affiliated campus and community organizations. • Empower current students to plan, implement, and participate in all anniversary weekend activities. • Demonstrate the historical significance, current contributions, and future of Black student life and culture at Illinois. • Engage alumni as fiscal supporters of the BNAACC.

Today more than ever, we must combat the hate against cultural difference that is being expressed in our Nation. We would like to use this as a unique opportunity to come together as a community to demonstrate the value of each student who attends our campus.

While the BNAACC has committed seed money devoted to its 50th celebration, the center continues to be challenged with limited resources to host an anniversary celebration and conduct its annual programming.

Please know that organizations like yours provide the critical resources needed to carry out this important event. We trust this material will address any initial questions, and we look forward to discussing the Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center 50th Anniversary Celebration sponsorship opportunities with you further.

Nathan Stephens, Nameka R. Bates, Ph.D.,BNAACC Director Chair, BNAACC 50th Anniversary Celebration

ACTIVITIES

Friday, October 4 • Building Dedication

• Welcome Celebration

Saturday, October 5

• Golf Outing • Mentoring Illini Football Watch • Welcome B.L.A.C.K. to the Block Party

Sunday, October 6

• Affinity Breakfast • Black Chorus Concert

Legacy Level Sponsor $5,000Provide the highest level of financial commitment, professional guidance, and support to the BNAACC. In turn, you will receive the most exposure and access to our anniversary celebration participants.

• Recognition at all events, on website, and in all printed materials as NLLS • 10 tickets to the Welcome Reception (Can be donated to students)• 10 tickets to the Illini Football Watch Party (Can be donated to students)• 10 tickets to the Black Chorus Concert (Can be donated to students)• Digital display before and during the welcome celebration • 1 guest of BNAACC staff member to Golf Outing• Signage at the Welcome B.L.A.C.K. to the Block Party• One promotional item to distributed throughout the weekend• Special priority in presenting remarks during a selected activity

Ambassador Level Sponsor $2,500• Recognition at all events, on website, and in all printed materials as NLLS • 10 tickets to the Welcome Reception (Can be donated to students)• 10 tickets to the Illini Football Watch Party (Can be donated to students)• 10 tickets to the Black Chorus Concert (Can be donated to students)• Digital display before and during the welcome celebration • 1 guest of BNAACC staff member to Golf Outing• Signage at the Welcome B.L.A.C.K. to the Block Party

Leadership Level Sponsor $1,000• Recognition at all events, on website, and in all printed materials as NLLS • 10 tickets to the Welcome Reception (Can be donated to students)• 10 tickets to the Illini Football Watch Party (Can be donated to students)• 10 tickets to the Black Chorus Concert (Can be donated to students)

Table Level Sponsor $500• Recognition at all events, on website, and in all printed materials as NLLS • 10 tickets to the Welcome Reception (Can be donated to students)

Affinity Level Sponsor $250• 10 Tickets to the Welcome Reception (Can be for current or alumni members)• Priority selection of meeting space at the BNAACC for Sunday’s affinity breakfast. • Free meeting space at the BNAACC for Sunday’s affinity breakfast.

Other SponsorshipOpportunities$5,000Former Director’s Lodging/Travel/Expenses

$1,000Nesbitt Family Complimentary Tickets $10,000Block Party Entertainment $3,000Mentoring Program Brunch $1,000Administrative Costs (Printing, Advertising, etc)

BNAACC 50th Anniversary CelebrationEvent Information

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Conference Advertisement Registration Form

Contact Name: ______________________________________

Company/University: _________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________ Street or P.O. Box.

________________________________________________________________ City State Zip

Email: ___________________________________________________

Telephone: _________________________________________

Fax: _______________________________________________

Affiliated group? _____Yes _____No

Would you like information about becoming an official sponsor? _____Yes _____No

Advertisement Fees:Digital Display before and during welcome reception ________ $100Link to your company Facebook page as event sponsor ________ $50

Payment Method: Advertisement payment can be made by university, company, chapter, cashiers, or certified check, or by money order. You can also offer a CFOPAL number to be billed.

ADVERTISEMENT DEADLINE:Sept. 13, 2019

BNAACC 50th Anniversary Celebration Commitment Form

Company Name: _______________________________________________________________

Primary Contact: ____________________________Title: ______________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________

Email: _______________________________________________________________

Telephone: _________________________Fax: ______________________

General Sponsorship Level and Amount: (Check the appropriate box.) Legacy Ambassador Leadership

Table Affinity

Event Activities Sponsorship: (Check the appropriate box). Dedication Welcome Golf Outing

Watch Block Party Black Chorus

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities: (Check the appropriate box).Former Directors Nesbitt Family Block Party

Mentoring Administrative

Please call Nameka Bates (217-265-4692) or Byron Clark (217-244-8060) for availability of sponsorship items or to discuss creative sponsorship ideas and advertising opportunities.

TOTAL 50TH BNAACC ANNIVERSARY SPONSORSHIP COMMITMENT: $_____________

Payment Option: (Check the appropriate box.) Invoice Check Credit (circle one) Visa/Mastercard

Name on Credit Card: _____________________________________________________

Credit Card #: ___________________ Exp. Date ___________ 3-4 Digit Security Code _____

Signature: _______________________________________________________________

Please make checks payable to: “University of Illinois” Mail to: Student Affairs Advancement, 100 Swanlund AdministrationBuilding, 601 E. John, Champaign, IL 61820