A smiling woman with dreadlocks in the foreground is featured in a poster for a celebratory performance honoring Kelly Burgét, with a blurred image of a dancer in the background.

UZIMA! Drum and Dance Company, Inc.

LXCL:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Exclusive recognition as the Presenting Sponsor of the Tribute Concert</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Written remarks from sponsor in the program</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Premier logo placement on website, social media, and promotional communications</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Full-page tribute advertisement in the commemorative program</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Reserved VIP seating for ten guests</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Special on-stage recognition during the event</li></ul>

Visionary Sponsor

LXCL:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Prominent logo placement on promotional communications</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Half-page tribute advertisement in the commemorative program</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Reserved seating for eight guests</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Recognition from the stage during the program</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Recognition on the UZIMA! website and social media platforms</li></ul>

Legacy Sponsor

LXCL:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Recognition in the commemorative program</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Quarter-page tribute commemorative advertisement</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Reserved seating for six guests</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Recognition on social media</li></ul>

Community Sponsor

LXCL:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Name recognition in the commemorative program</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Quarter-page tribute commemorative advertisement</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Reserved seating for four guests</li></ul>

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UZIMA! Drum and Dance Company
3903 Portage Road
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South Bend, IN 46628

UZIMA! Drum and Dance Company invites you to partner with us as a sponsor of Nydio ya Milele, our tribute concert honoring our founder, mentor, visionary artist, and beloved friend, the late Kelly Burg&eacute;t on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Founded in 2012, UZIMA! was Kelly&#39;s vision brought to life as a vibrant performing arts organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating the dance, drumming, storytelling, and cultural traditions of the African diaspora.&nbsp; Today, UZIMA! continues to serve as a cultural anchor in the Michiana community, inspiring audiences through performances, educational programming, and community engagement.This special tribute concert will celebrate Kelly&#39;s extraordinary legacy and the lasting impact she has had on countless lives.&nbsp; Your sponsorship will help make this meaningful event possible while supporting UZIMA!&#39;s mission to expand access to culturally authentic arts programming, support local artists, and strengthen our community through the power of the arts. Complete this form to choose your sponsorship level, share how you&rsquo;d like to be recognized, and help our volunteer performers keep this powerful celebration of creativity and connection thriving ❤️.

UZIMA! Drum and Dance Company invites you to partner with us as a sponsor of Nydio ya Milele, our tribute concert honoring our founder, mentor, visionary artist, and beloved friend, the late Kelly Burgét on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Founded in 2012, UZIMA! was Kelly's vision brought to life as a vibrant performing arts organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating the dance, drumming, storytelling, and cultural traditions of the African diaspora.  Today, UZIMA! continues to serve as a cultural anchor in the Michiana community, inspiring audiences through performances, educational programming, and community engagement.This special tribute concert will celebrate Kelly's extraordinary legacy and the lasting impact she has had on countless lives.  Your sponsorship will help make this meaningful event possible while supporting UZIMA!'s mission to expand access to culturally authentic arts programming, support local artists, and strengthen our community through the power of the arts. Complete this form to choose your sponsorship level, share how you’d like to be recognized, and help our volunteer performers keep this powerful celebration of creativity and connection thriving ❤️.

UZIMA! Drum and Dance Company, Inc.

Become a Sponsor for Ndyio ya Milele - Tribute Concert for Kelly Burgét

DeBartolo Performing Arts Center

Visionary Sponsor

$10,000

Legacy Sponsor

$5,000

Community Sponsor

$2,500

Friend of UZIMA! Sponsor

$1,000

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