HOUSTON (TX) — During the Houston African Community International USA (HACIUSA) annual gala, several individuals, businesses and organizations that support and provide advocacy for the African community will be awarded. Houston is home to one of the nation’s largest African communities contributing heartily to the city’s overall economic prosperity. The event takes place from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., on Friday, April 29, 2016, at the Sugar Land Marriott Hotel, 16090 City Walk, Sugar Land Town Square Plaza, Sugar Land, TX 77479.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will deliver this year’s keynote address. Among her many important committee assignments; the Congresswoman serves as co-chair of the Congressional Nigerian Caucus, and is a member of the Congressional African Partnership for Economic Growth Caucus.
“We are excited to welcome Congresswoman Lee to this year’s gala as keynote,” said Dr. Gracie G. Chukwu, president and CEO of HACIUSA. “The Congresswoman leads in providing Houston’s African community with the support needed to build and foster essential relationships here and abroad.”
During the event, awards will be presented in various categories including: Community Hero, Educational Excellence, African Heritage, Community Service, Medical Missions, Humanitarian, Life Achievement, African Businessman/Woman of the Year, MLK Jr’s Legacy, African Newspaper, Best African Magazine, Best African Fashion Designer, and Outstanding Community Leadership, to name a few. Congressman Al Green is an esteemed honoree this year and will be in attendance.
In addition to the awards program, hundreds of guests will enjoy featured entertainment, networking, an authentic African cuisine and silent auction. Pre-bidding for the silent auction is currently underway. Auction items include elegant trips and fun excursions, sporting events, and romantic getaways. You may review and bid on items here.
Proceeds from the event will fund construction of a new mixed-use development named the African International House. HACIUSA headquarters, business offices, hotel and conference center, African art gallery, and social services are among the planned purposes for the facility.
Tickets for the event are $50.00 each and $80.00 for a VIP ticket and may be purchased on the event website at www.flamingoawardsgala.com. Sponsorships are still available ranging from the Community Partner level of $300.00 to the Platinum Sponsor level of $2,000.00.
For more information, call 713-781-9992, email Info@Haciusa.org or visit www.flamingoawardsgala.com.
Leave a Reply