Dear <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for becoming a sponsor of Light the Way: Charity Dinner &amp; Fundraiser 2026. Your sponsorship is more than a contribution &mdash; it is a statement of solidarity, leadership, and commitment to a stronger community. Because of your support, this event can reach further, welcome more people, and increase its impact for Ukrainians rebuilding their lives in West Michigan and for people affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine. Together, we are turning crisis into stability &mdash; and resilience into lasting community strength. A member of the event planning team will follow up with more details about your sponsorship recognition, included benefits, and any materials we may need from you, such as your logo or preferred recognition name. In the meantime, we are inviting you to learn more about the organizing partners: <a fr-original-style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" href="http://uasmi.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" target="_blank">Ukrainian Society of Michigan (UASMI</a>) and <a fr-original-style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" href="https://www.grsistercities.org/dnipro-ukraine/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" target="_blank">GR Sister Cities International &ndash; Dnipro Committee</a> Thank you for standing with Ukraine and helping us light the way forward. For questions and more information, contact Anna Kovalenko at <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:contact@uasmi.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">contact@uasmi.org</a> or (224) 518-4717. With gratitude, The Light the Way Event Planning TeamUkrainian Society of MichiganDnipro, Ukraine Committee of Grand Rapids Sister Cities International

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Sponsorship OpportunitiesThank you for considering sponsorship of Light the Way: Charity Fundraiser 2026. This year marks our second Light the Way fundraiser, following a powerful first year of community generosity and impact. Last year, supporters helped fund three portable, life-saving ultrasound devices that were sent to Ukraine to support urgent medical care in emergency and frontline conditions. Funds also supported essential UASMI programs, individual support services, and emergency needs for Ukrainians displaced by war as they worked to rebuild stability here in West Michigan. This year, we are continuing that spirit of solidarity while expanding support for Ukrainians rebuilding their lives locally and those facing the ongoing impact of russian war in Ukraine. Light the Way is a collaborative fundraiser organized by two Grand Rapids-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations: the Ukrainian Society of Michigan (UASMI) and the Dnipro, Ukraine Committee of Grand Rapids Sister Cities International (GRSCI). Together, we are mobilizing support for urgent humanitarian needs in Ukraine and critical community programs for Ukrainians in West Michigan. One Fundraiser. Two Connected Causes. Cause 1: Supporting Humanitarian Relief in UkraineA portion of proceeds will support humanitarian needs in Ukraine through our ongoing partnership connected to Dnipro, Ukraine, the official Friendship City and soon-to-be Sister City of Grand Rapids and a frontline hub for relief efforts. Last year, this community helped raise funds for portable, life-saving ultrasound devices that were sent to Ukraine to support urgent medical care and help providers assess injuries quickly in emergency and frontline conditions. This year, we will continue directing support toward practical, high-impact humanitarian needs identified with our partners in Ukraine. As the situation continues to evolve, specific priorities will be shared as they are confirmed. Cause 2: Strengthening Ukrainian Lives in West MichiganSponsorships help strengthen UASMI’s work with Ukrainians in West Michigan as they build stability, share their talents, and contribute to a more connected and thriving region.Your support helps provide:<ul><li>Pathways to stability and self-sufficiency through language support, workforce readiness, youth and children’s programs, and economic resilience initiatives developed with local partners.</li><li>Healing-centered mental health and wellness support that reduces isolation and helps Ukrainians rebuild strength amid war, displacement, and uncertainty.</li><li>Practical one-on-one support that helps families navigate employment, housing, transportation, interpretation, referrals, and the systems they need to move forward.</li><li>A welcoming community home where Ukrainians and neighbors across West Michigan can connect, share culture, build belonging, and strengthen our region together.</li></ul>Why Sponsor Light the Way?Sponsorships make this event possible — and help every ticket, donation, and partnership go further. Your sponsorship helps underwrite event costs, expand community participation, and increase the funds available for Ukrainian community programs in West Michigan and humanitarian relief in Ukraine. Sponsoring Light the Way is also a meaningful opportunity to demonstrate your company’s values, stand with Ukraine, and be recognized among community members, professionals, business leaders, partners, and supporters across West Michigan. Your sponsorship sends a clear message: Ukrainians are welcome here, Ukraine is not forgotten, and our communities are stronger when we stand together. How to SponsorPlease review the sponsorship levels and their benefits below, and select the level that best reflects your desired support. Fastest option:Enter the amount corresponding to your desired sponsorship level in the donation field on this page. You will receive an automatically generated tax receipt, and a member of the event planning team will follow up with you regarding sponsorship recognition details. Checks are also accepted:Please make checks payable to Ukrainian Society of Michigan with “Light the Way Sponsorship” in the memo line and mail to: Ukrainian Society of Michigan4246 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Ste 203Grand Rapids, MI 49508 After mailing your check, please email <a href="mailto:contact@uasmi.org" target="_blank">contact@uasmi.org</a> with your contact information, sponsorship level, logo, and preferred recognition name so our team can confirm your sponsorship and coordinate recognition benefits. To ensure full recognition benefits, including printed and event-day materials, please submit sponsorship information and payment at least 14 days before the event. Sponsorships received after that date will be gratefully accepted, but full recognition benefits may not be guaranteed due to production timelines. For questions about sponsorships, recognition, or custom sponsorship opportunities, please contact Anna Kovalenko - <a href="mailto:contact@uasmi.org" target="_blank">contact@uasmi.org</a> Thank you for helping us turn crisis into stability — and resilience into lasting community strength. Sponsorship LevelsPlease note: Sponsorship benefits build by level. Ticket counts shown are the total tickets included at each level and are not cumulative. Title Sponsor — $5,000+Only one Title Sponsor will be accepted. Please email <a href="mailto:contact@uasmi.org" target="_blank">contact@uasmi.org</a> before submitting payment.Includes all Peacekeeper Sponsor recognition benefits, plus:<ul><li>Exclusive recognition as the Title Sponsor of Light the Way</li><li>Opportunity to display a banner and host a resource table at the event</li><li>5-minute speaking opportunity during the program</li><li>Custom social media spotlight post</li><li>Premium recognition on event materials, digital promotion, and event-day acknowledgments</li><li>Total complimentary tickets included: 10</li><li>Reserved private table with signage</li></ul>Peacekeeper Sponsor — $2,500+Includes all Heritage Sponsor recognition benefits, plus:<ul><li>Branded materials placement at the event</li><li>Opportunity to host a resource table at the event</li><li>Verbal acknowledgment during the program</li><li>Reserved premium seating</li><li>Recognition as a leading sponsor of the fundraiser</li><li>Total complimentary tickets included: 8</li><li>Option for a reserved private table with signage</li></ul>Heritage Sponsor — $1,000+Includes all Bridge Sponsor recognition benefits, plus:<ul><li>Logo recognition on printed event materials</li><li>Sponsor feature in a UASMI newsletter</li><li>Recognition as a major supporter of Ukrainian community programs and humanitarian relief</li><li>Total complimentary tickets included: 6</li></ul>Bridge Sponsor — $500+Includes all Sunflower Sponsor recognition benefits, plus:<ul><li>Logo recognition on digital event slides</li><li>Verbal recognition during the event</li><li>Recognition as a community partner helping make the event possible</li><li>Total complimentary tickets included: 4</li></ul>Sunflower Sponsor — $250+Includes:<ul><li>Name listed in the event program and Facebook event</li><li>Social media thank-you mention</li><li>Recognition as a supporter of Light the Way</li><li>Total complimentary tickets included: 2</li></ul>Thank you for helping make Light the Way possible. Your sponsorship helps turn crisis into stability — and resilience into lasting community strength. Event DetailsLight the Way: Ukrainian Dinner &amp; Charity FundraiserDate: June 25Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PMLocation: The 1530 Events at1530 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 Additional event information and tickets for the general public: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/light-the-way-charity-fundraiser--2026" target="_blank">https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/light-the-way-charity-fundraiser--2026</a>    Thank you for standing with Ukraine and lighting the way forward! Sincerely,The Fundraiser Planning CommitteeQuestions: please email <a href="mailto:contact@uasmi.org" target="_blank">contact@uasmi.org</a>

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