The Listen. Think. Act. Presenting Sponsor
“Support our efforts to connect underrepresented students in the U.S. with life-changing education experiences in East Africa through immersive, community-based learning."
Includes:
12 event invitations
Premier recognition at the event (stage + screen)
Largest logo on GLI website and social media
Verbal recognition at the event
Year-round recognition as a lead GLI sponsor
The Entusi Sponsor
"Help sustain Entusi, GLI's innovation hub in Uganda, where East African leaders and U.S. partners come together to collaborate, rest, and spark big ideas."
Includes:
10 event invitations
Recognition from stage and on screen
Large logo on GLI website and social media
The Global Classroom Sponsor
"Invest in cultural exchange opportunities that bring African and American students, artists, and changemakers together to learn from each other and build lasting partnerships."
Includes:
8 event invitations
On-screen recognition at event
Logo on GLI social media
The East Africa Scholars Sponsor
"Support African students in accessing GLI’s immersive programs and exchanges that build leadership, creativity, and global networks."
Includes:
6 event invitations
On-screen recognition at event
The Swim Lessons Sponsor
"Provide lifesaving swim lessons for children living at Lake Bunyonyi, where water safety is essential for daily life."
Includes:
5 event invitations
Grouped on-screen recognition by sponsorship level
The School Boat Sponsor
"Ensure students living on Lake Bunyonyi’s remote islands have safe, daily transportation to access education on the mainland."
Includes:
4 event invitations
Grouped on-screen recognition by sponsorship level
The Global Health Sponsor
"Support GLI’s efforts to increase capacity of frontline health workers and providers delivering essential care in rural communities throughout Uganda."
Includes:
3 event invitations
Grouped on-screen recognition by sponsorship level
The Model Farm Roots Supporter
"Support the farmers and students at GLI’s model farm on Lake Bunyonyi, where hands-on agriculture training and community collaboration take root and grow."
Includes:
2 event invitations
Name included on donor scroll
Individual Ticket Option
Suggested Contribution: $100 or Pay What You Can
For more information or to sponsor the event at any level, please e-mail Ryan Grundy at ryan@globallivingston.org!
2024
Uganda looks a little different since my first trip there in 2007 – when you had to find an internet café to send a message and you had an AT&T calling card with 20 numbers to punch in to call home for about $5 a minute. GLI also looks a little different since my first imaginings in 2007. We now employ over 40 highly qualified individuals in Uganda and Rwanda who support our best practices community development work through the lens of Listen. Think. Act.
Empathy & Cultural Sensitivity
Actively listen and learn from diverse communities to ensure culturally respectful interventions with local support.
Equity, Inclusion, Authenticity
Ensuring everyone has equal opportunities in a diverse and welcoming environment.
Education & Empowerment
Prioritizing knowledge and skills development to enable individuals to uplift their own communities.
Innovation & Changemaking
Championing pioneering approaches and creative solutions to drive meaningful change in the world.