On Friday, October 3rd, the Oregon Native American Chamber (ONAC) invites you to join us as we celebrate “10 Years of Honoring Our Past & Building A Brighter Future” during the 10th Annual Gathering at the Oregon Zoo’s Cascade Crest Ballroom. The Annual Gathering, ONAC’s signature event, is a unique opportunity for members, partners, and the Native business community to network, celebrate, and support the work of ONAC and its scholarship program.
Each year, the Gathering brings together Tribal representatives, corporate partners, city, county, and state government agencies and community leaders to celebrate the contributions of ONAC members and the Native American business community.
A highlight each year is the awarding of scholarships to exceptional Native American students seeking their undergraduate degree. The 2nd Annual “Warrior Awards” will also recognize outstanding, Native and non-Native, business leaders and partners that have made significant contributions to the business and economic development efforts in Native American communities in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Each year ONAC leverages the financial and in-kind support of small businesses, nonprofit organizations, corporate partners, members, and individuals to host the Annual Gathering. We would not be able to host this event without the ongoing support of our partners and sponsors that help advance ONAC’s mission and provide the resources to support outstanding Native American college students.
Please direct all questions, materials to:
Mr. Eddie Sherman, Executive Director
Oregon Native American Chamber
P.O. Box 69563
Portland, Oregon 97239
Phone: 503.894.4525
Presenting - $10,000
Presenting – $10,000 (Only One Opportunity Available)
Prominent Logo & Name Recognition as Presenting Sponsor
• Recognition as Presenting Sponsor in all printed and electronic materials leading up to and at the 10th Annual Gathering
• Full page color ad in our program
• Named scholarship to a Native American student
• Multiple recognition announcements of Presenting Sponsorship during event
• Prominent recognition of Presenting Sponsorship in event program slideshow and on the ONAC website
• Press release and sponsor profiled in ONAC’s Chamber Chatter (electronic newsletter)
• Speaking opportunity at podium during gathering
• Reserved VIP table for ten (10)
• Complimentary ONAC Annual Premier Membership
• Host a special pre-gathering reception to meet ONAC’s Scholarship and Warrior Award recipients
Platinum - $5,000
Gold – $2,500
Silver – $1,000
Bronze – $500
Table – $850
How Can You Help?
In addition to the sponsorship opportunities outlined in this document, you can also support the 10th Annual Gathering in the following ways:
Scholarship Sponsorship. Every year ONAC works with the community to identify, select and award up to 10 scholarships. Each year individuals, businesses, and corporations step up to sponsor the $1,000 scholarships we award to outstanding Native American college students that represent the next generation of leaders.
Volunteer. As a small organization with a staff of one, ONAC’s relies on the time and energy of volunteers to help with planning, coordination, and day of event details for the Annual Gathering. Our volunteers play a critical role in:
• greeting guests, sponsors, and dignitaries
• collecting tickets & contributions at the event
• staging and assisting with the Silent Auction and event coordination tasks.
All volunteers are greatly appreciated and will be recognized in our program for their contribution.
If you would like to volunteer please contact James Parker, Support Specialist, via e-mail at support@onacc.org.
Advertising
Promote your business, organization, and/or products in the 9th Annual Gathering program. All artwork needs to be submitted and print ready (jpeg format) by the end of business on Friday, September 13.
Due to printing and production deadlines for the programs, any logos, artwork, or ads received after this date will not be included in our program.
If you would like to advertise, please contact James Parker, Support Specialist, via e-mail at support@onacc.org.
In-Kind Donations
Each year, the silent auction helps raise critical funds for ONAC and helps support the scholarship program. You can also help by donating:
If you would like to donate items/services, please contact James Parker, Support Specialist, via e-mail at support@onacc.org.