Gratitude Gala 2025

Join us for the 2025 Gratitude Gala & Awards, an inspiring evening celebrating the individuals, businesses, and organizations that uplift the Midlands African Chamber, Inc. through leadership, mentorship, and community support. We’ll honor those who champion diversity, promote inclusion, and help build a vibrant and inclusive business community. Come be part of a night that recognizes the people making a lasting impact.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025

Time: 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm 

Location: Metropolitan Community College Institute for the Culinary Arts

 5370 N 30th St, Omaha, NE 68111

Honorary Co-Chairs

Your Support, Their Future

Sponsoring the Gratitude Gala is more than an act of generosity - it’s a bold commitment to equity, empowerment, and progress. Your partnership with the Midlands African Chamber directly supports programs that uplift underserved entrepreneurs and emerging leaders across our community.

Through your sponsorship, you help fund transformative initiatives like Suit Up, Rising CEOs, the MAC Scholarships, MAC-Xcelerator, UMOJA Forum, and other essential resources that provide mentorship, access to capital, and opportunities for growth.

Together, we’ll celebrate excellence, inspire innovation, and open doors for the next generation of changemakers. Join us in shaping a more inclusive and prosperous future - starting now.

Support the 2025 Gratitude Gala as a Sponsor

Click the button below to become an event sponsor. To learn more about event sponsorship, contact the Midlands African Chamber, Inc at [email protected]

Accelerator - Platinum $ 25,000
  • Premium branding on event materials
  • Employee engagement opportunities (award presentations, volunteering, etc.)
  • Media mentions in press releases and social media
  • Name on six (06) MAC Foundation Scholarship Awards
  • Full page ad in digital program - 5.5" wide x 8.5" deep
  • Reserved table of 10 with VIP seating
  • Branded table tent with your company name/logo displayed on your sponsored table
  • Midlands African Chamber, Inc’s website listing with logo
Gold Sponsor $ 15,000
  • Employee engagement opportunities
  • Logo placement on event materials and digital marketing
  • Media mentions in press releases and social media
  • 1/2 page ad in digital program - 5.5" wide x 4.25" deep
  • Table for 10 at Gratitude Gala
  • Branded table tent with your company name/logo displayed on your sponsored table
  • MAC Foundation, Inc’s website listing with logo
Silver Sponsor $ 10,000
  • Logo placement on event materials and digital marketing
  • Employee engagement opportunities (volunteering, etc.)
  • 1/2 page ad in digital program - 5.5" wide x 4.25" deep
  • Table for 10 at Gratitude Gala
  • Branded table tent with your company name/logo displayed on your sponsored table
  • Midlands African Chamber, Inc’s website listing with logo
Bronze Sponsor $ 5,000
  • Bronze Sponsor for Gratitude Gala
  • Logo placement on event materials and digital marketing
  • Employee engagement opportunities (volunteers)
  • 1/4 page ad in digital program - 2.75" wide x 4.25" deep
  • 6 registrations Gratitude Gala
  • Branded table tent with your company name/logo displayed on your sponsored table
  • Midlands African Chamber, Inc’s website listing with logo
Copper Sponsor $2,500
  • Logo placement on event materials and digital marketing
  • Employee engagement opportunities (volunteers)
  • Premium seating for 10 for Gratitude Gala
  • Branded table tent with your company name/logo displayed on your sponsored table
  • Midlands African Chamber, Inc’s website listing with logo
Table Sponsor $1500
  • Premium Seating for 10 people at the Gratitude Gala
  • Branded table tent with your company name/logo displayed on your sponsored table
Scholarship Sponsor $1,200

Make a direct impact by investing in the future of a rising leader.

Your sponsorship includes:

  • $1,000 directly awarded as a scholarship to a deserving recipient
  • $200 allocated to support scholarship program administration
  • Recognition from the podium during the Gratitude Gala
  • Company name featured on the official scholarship certificate.

Support education. Empower dreams.

Make a Scholarship Pledge

A la Carte Partnership Opportunities

Beverage Sponsor – $2,500

  • Exclusive branding on the beverage station
  • Recognition as the official Beverage Sponsor during the Gratitude Gala
  • Company logo prominently displayed on beverage table signage

Auctions Sponsor – $1,000

  • Recognition as the official Auctions Sponsor
  • Company logo featured on all auction-related signage at the event

Donate Auction Items such as gift certificates for the following:

  • Luxury Travel & Getaways
  • Dining & Culinary Experiences
  • Health, Wellness & Spa
  • Arts, Culture & Entertainment
  • Family & Kids Experiences
  • Fashion & Lifestyle
  • Business & Professional Development
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Wine Beverages

Support our Mission

By supporting the Midlands African Chamber, you’re investing in inclusive entrepreneurship and economic growth. Your contribution helps us provide programs, mentorship, and opportunities that empower underrepresented communities and build a stronger, more equitable future.

Our 2025 Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Copper Sponsors