For the past 150 years, Shaw University has remained an anchor in Raleigh’s ever changing downtown community. Rich in history, the true wealth of the institution lies in its thriving spirit and longstanding commitment to educating our leaders of tomorrow. The 150th Anniversary Gala will celebrate the many milestones and accomplishments that have played an important role in our rich history. You can take your place at the table among philanthropists, alumni, community leaders, and friends as a sponsor. Your sponsorship of this event will help provide scholarships for need-based and first-generation college students. As an event sponsor, you will receive special event access designed to fit your interests while philanthropically supporting future generations of Shaw University students. For more information about the 150th Anniversary Gala, contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 919.546.8260 or visit www.shawu.edu/150.
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The Avant-garde era of Shaw University’s journey has begun. We are charting a course that is innovative and technologically sound. Forging ahead into the next 150 years, we focus not only on Shaw’s accomplishments, but also on how much is yet to be done. Join our journey.” ~ Dr. Tashni Dubroy, President, Shaw University
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»» When Shaw’s Leonard Medical School graduated its first class in 1886, three of the six graduates, Manassa Thomas Pope, Lawson Andrew Scruggs, and John Taylor Williams became the first African American physicians to be licensed in North Carolina.
»» On March 24, 2012, Shaw’s women’s basketball team won its first-ever NCAA Division II national championship; the first national championship in school history.
»» In 2009, the University was awarded a $4.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health - National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NCMHD) to implement a coordinated, comprehensive, university-wide research infrastructure enhancement program.
»» Started in 1972, Shaw was one of the first universities to institute a distance education program. Today, Shaw’s distance education program is now the CAPE Adult Degree program. Since 1994, more than 4,000 students have graduated from the program. »» The Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) was established on Shaw’s campus in 1960 by alumna Ella Baker. SNCC played a major role in the sit-ins and freedom rides, and a leading role in the 1963 March on Washington.
»» In 2014, University leadership committed to using analyzed data to drive its decision making. The Office of Process Optimization was developed to drive down costs and improve efficiency. Over $2 million in cost savings and investments have been achieved thus far. »» The University received a $500,000 grant from the Lilly Endowment in 2014 to establish a development office and support student scholarships within its divinity school.
Photo Credit: The Estate of James Karales, Courtesy Howard Greenberg Gallery, New York.
»» Shaw University students Cassandra Cook and Jessica Turner won first place in the Donna Jackson Trailblazer video public service announcement (PSA) awards. Part of the 2015 Environmental Awards presented by The City of Raleigh, the public service announcements focused on water efficiency and conservation. »» The University is actively seeking to enhance service to Raleigh and regional industries through the development of innovative academic programs and customized training initiatives tailored to fit immediate and future local business needs.
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ANNIVERSARY
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PRESENTING $50,000
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
PRESIDENTIAL Benefits Plus: • Industry exclusivity • Naming right to President’s Reception and tickets for six guests • Front row, center seating at two tables of 8 • Special recognition during opening and closing remarks at Gala • Opportunity to place branded products in gift bags for VIPs • A special full-page feature in our award winning magazine
PRESIDENTIAL $25,000
PLATINUM Benefits Plus: • Official Gala sponsor • Logo placed on official Gala banner • Front row seating at one table of 8 • Tickets for four guests to President’s Reception before Gala • A special half-page feature in our award winning magazine • Social media customization
PLATINUM $15,000
GOLD Benefits Plus: • Premier seating at one table of 8 • Bi-weekly social media recognition
GOLD $10,000
BEAR Benefits Plus: • Prominent seating at one table of 8 • Audio-visual display of company during event • Special recognition during Gala • Tickets for two guests President’s Reception before Gala • Meet Blount Street muralist • Social media recognition
BEAR $5,000 • • • •
Reserved seating at one table of 8 Special recognition during Gala Print and website acknowledgment Annual report listing
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Presenting Sponsor - $50,000 Presidential Sponsor - $25,000 Platinum Sponsor - $15,000 Gold Sponsor - $10,000 Bear Sponsor - $5,000 I have questions about these opportunities.
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*Customizable sponsorship packages are available
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PAYMENT
Please send me an invoice Enclosed is my payment Please make checks payable to Shaw University and include “150th Gala” in the memo line.
Please mail completed forms to: Shaw University - Office of Institutional Advancement 118 E. South Street | Raleigh, NC 27601
For more information about our sponsorship opportunites, please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 919.546.8260.
www.shawu.edu/150
Office of Institutional Advancement 118 E. South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 | 919.546.8260