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TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT

But you can still be a part of this important occasion by participating in the silent auction leading up to the gala (details coming soon!) or by making a donation in support of AAPI Montclair's on-going efforts.

DONATE NOW

Join us for our First Annual Luminary Gala on October 6th, 2023, and help light the way forward for AAPI Montclair's work creating generational change for New Jersey's 1+ million strong Asian American and Pacific Islander community. 


Meet our honored guests and inspiring leaders from diverse sectors, try your luck in the live and silent auctions, and enjoy delicious food, festive drinks, and special surprises! Invest in our rapidly expanding work to fight racism and create more caring, inclusive communities through educational initiatives such as Teach Asian American Stories, while dancing the night away at our biggest, most spectacular party yet.


Date and Time

Friday, October 6, 2023


7pm Cocktails and Hors d’Oeuvres 

8pm Dinner and Auction

10pm After-Hours Party


Location 

The Brookside Banquets

41 Broughton Avenue

Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Valet parking provided. Ridesharing encouraged.


Dress Code

Black Tie or Cultural Attire


Luminary award honorees

Kathleen Kim

Philippine Nurses Association of New Jersey

Dr. Sayantani DasGupta

Kathleen Kim is the trailblazing producer and puppeteer behind Ji-Young, Sesame Street's first Asian American Muppet.

Dr. Sayantani DasGupta

Philippine Nurses Association of New Jersey

Dr. Sayantani DasGupta

Dr. Sayantani DasGupta is the New York Times bestselling author of the critically acclaimed, Bengali folktale inspired Kiranmala and the Kingdom Beyond books. She has helped to build a world where all children can recognize themselves as heroes.

Philippine Nurses Association of New Jersey

Philippine Nurses Association of New Jersey

Philippine Nurses Association of New Jersey

The Philippine Nurses Association of New Jersey includes leaders in the nursing field who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the people of New Jersey and the Filipino community.

Star Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Sponsorship opportunities

Showcase your support for our shared commitment to Asian American advocacy and power-building in New Jersey by becoming a sponsor. Together we can raise funds for impactful initiatives that can transform our schools and communities, including Teach Asian American Stories, cultural events, youth and mental health programs, and civic engagement.


For more information, click the button below or visit https://onecau.se/2023luminarygala

View Sponsorship Details

STAR

silver

STAR

$10,000


10 Gala Tickets


PREFERRED RECOGNITION


Pre, during and post event gala marketing assets & mentions, double page ad in the event program & more!

gold

silver

STAR

$5,000


5 Gala Tickets


PROMINENT RECOGNITION


Pre, during and post event gala marketing assets & mentions, full page ad in the event program & more!

silver

silver

silver

$2,500


2 Gala Tickets


RECOGNITION


Pre, during and post event gala marketing assets & mentions, half page ad in the event program & more!

contribute to the auction

Help us build a fabulous auction! We are seeking a wide range of items and experiences to captivate our attendees. Possibilities include exclusive travel packages, luxury vacation homes, unique dining experiences, spa retreats, beauty products, home goods, jewelry, and more. Your donation will play a vital role in making our auction a success!


Contributors will receive: 

  • Prominent Display and Recognition: Your donation will be showcased during the auction event, allowing attendees to appreciate your generosity and support.
  • Acknowledgment in Event Materials: You will receive recognition in our event program and promotional materials.


Contact: gala@aapimontclair.org 

event committee

Event Co-Chairs

Julie Kim • Soo Najarian


Event Committee

Susan Andersen • Chathurani Bandara • Amy Bethards • Sneha Bhatia • Lisa Bull • Jeffrey Chang • Alyssa Chu • Varsha Hathiramani • Danielle Iwata • Saiful Khan • Deepa Khosla • Linda Kow • Angela Larkin • Billy Liu • Manisha Mehta • Meredith Nahra • Ritesh Patel • Toral Patel • JoAnh Pitts • Lavi Raghavan • Amber Reed • Ruth Ro • Lily Sei • Mona Shah • Neha Shah • Iris Shih • Dawn Siciliani • Josie Wiliams • Winnie Wu

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