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KASSOUMAII GALA
We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming event, KASSOUMAII (CASS-SU-MAI), a gala dinner performance presented by Kofago Dance Ensemble. This event will take place on June 11th, 2023, at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center, and will feature the newest choreography by our talented artists.
An evening of networking, performance and excellence!
As an organization with five years of programming in the dance and arts community, Kofago Dance Ensemble recognizes the challenges faced by many organizations like ours. We, too, have encountered a lack of operational funding, organizational capacity, and resources. The rising costs of inflation has made it even more difficult to sustain our mission of promoting the power of self-expression and healing through dance.
Not only do we face financial barriers, but we also recognize the importance of creative capital and institutional knowledge of how to secure funding for programming initiatives from city government. These obstacles can often hinder progress and limit our impact on the community we strive to serve.
However, we do not let these challenges discourage us. Instead, we are inspired to find innovative solutions and seek out assistance from like-minded individuals and organizations who share our vision.
We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming event, KASSOUMAII (CASS-SU-MAI), a gala dinner performance presented by Kofago Dance Ensemble. This event will take place on June 11th, 2023, at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center, and will feature the newest choreography by our talented artists.
Kofago Dance Ensemble is supported by Rhythm N Dance Incorporated, a non-profit organization that has been serving the southeast Queens community for the past five years. Our mission is to promote African Diaspora culture through dance and other artistic expressions, while providing a safe space for individuals to heal and connect with their community. We are proud to announce that we are opening the Kofago School of Dance and Culture in September 2023, which will further our mission and allow us to reach more members of our community.
We are reaching out to you because we believe that your organization shares our commitment to community empowerment and cultural preservation. By sponsoring our event, you will not only support our mission, but also gain visibility and recognition among our audience of educators, small business owners, community members, and local Queens politicians.
Our sponsorship packages offer a range of benefits, including complimentary tickets, program acknowledgments, and social media promotions. We also welcome the opportunity to tailor a package to meet your specific needs and interests.
Here are some of the sponsorship opportunities available:
Sponsorship Levels
OHENE ANOKUM - Diamond Sponsorship ($10,000)
"Ohene Anokum" is an Akan phrase that translates to "King Advisor". In Akan culture, the king or "Ohene" is highly respected and regarded as the paramount ruler of the community. The role of the "Ohene Anokum" is to provide counsel and advice to the king on important matters that affect the kingdom.
NGUVU - Platinum Sponsorship ($5,000)
The word "NGUVU" is often used in Swahili to describe physical, mental, or emotional strength, as well as the ability to influence or control others.
ZAHARA - Gold Sponsorship ($2,500)
In North African cultures, "ZAHARA" is a popular given name for girls, and it is often associated with qualities such as beauty, grace, and elegance. The name is derived from the Arabic word "Zahara" which means "to shine", "to blossom" or "to flower".
TUMAINI - Silver Sponsorship ($1,000)
"TUMAINI" is a Swahili word that means "hope" in English. In Swahili culture, the concept of "TUMAINI" is associated with optimism, positivity, and the belief that things will get better in the future.
UJAMAA - Bronze Sponsorship ($500)
The concept of "UJAMAA" emphasizes the importance of social harmony, collective responsibility, and the sharing of resources and wealth within the community. It is based on the belief that people are better off working together to achieve common goals rather than competing against each other for individual gain.