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An Evening of
Celebration
and Connection
Join us for our annual "Connections to Success" gala dinner. We look forward to spending the evening celebrating our vibrant African community, business networks and culture.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: DoubleTree St. Paul East
2201 Burns Ave, St. Paul, MN 55119
The evening will feature traditional African performances, storytelling, guest speakers and recognition awards presented to distinguished community leaders. Guests will have the opportunity to learn more about MAU's programs, hear success stories from African entrepreneurs and celebrate the long lasting impact in the community.
Celebrating Success
Sponsorship Opportunities
Your sponsorship will help us expand our programs supporting African-owned businesses and workforce development while gaining visibility across our diverse African diaspora community and network. All sponsors will have the opportunity to have a booth in our exhibitor area, logo on gala marketing promotion, listed in our annual report, invitations to VIP pre and post events, and tickets to the dinner and program.
Platinum
$15,000
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Main Stage Sponsor
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Opportunity to speak at dinner
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(3) tables (24 tickets)
Diamond
$10,000
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Silent Auction Sponsor
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(2) tables (16 tickets)
Gold
$5,000
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(1.5) tables (12 tickets)
Silver
$2,500
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(1) tables (8 tickets)
Bronze
$1,000
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(2) tickets
Questions? Contact Maureen Acosta at macosta@mnafricansunited.org
2025 Gala Sponsors
ACER
Hair Studio 763
International Festival of Minnesota
Lema Energy
Leone Tax & Accounting
Metro Care Human Services
Metro State University
Minnesota Council of Black Heritage
Progressive Individual Resources
Restoration for All
Seeding the Future Foundation
Shining Lights Care, LLC
Stearns Bank
U.S. Bank
Value Foods African Market & Grill
Other Ways to Support
Do you have an item to donate to our silent or live auction?
Are you interested in volunteering?
If you would like to get involved with our annual gala,
contact Maureen at macosta@mnafricansunited.org
