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VIVADear Sponsors,On behalf of the Vietnamese Association –Toronto (VAT), United Vietnamese StudentAssociation (UVSA) and the VietnameseCulture and Science Association (VCSA),it is with great pleasure that we invite you toparticipate as a sponsor at the 2012 VietnameseInnovators and Visionaries Awards (VIVA)Gala. The VIVA Gala will be held on Saturday, June 2nd at Apollo ConventionCentre.2012 marks an exciting and eventful year for VAT as we celebrate the 40thAnniversary of VAT’s inception. However, as we celebrate the past, we mustalso look forward to the future. This year, the VIVA Gala aims to raise fundsfor the Len Duong Leadership Camp and the First Step Camp, which areVietnamese youth development camps for Vietnamese youth. The First StepCamp will provide an opportunity for Vietnamese high school students withgreat potential and from all walks of life including underprivileged youth, toattend the summer camp.Last year, more than 300 of the finest Vietnamese entrepreneurs andprofessionals attended the VIVA Gala. This year, we anticipate a more than30% increase in attendees because of the 40th Anniversary of VAT. This isa rare opportunity where businesses can network, introduce their product orservices or solidify their brand with Toronto’s most influential individuals.We would like to thank our sponsors, community and business leaders, andvolunteers for their support. The existence of programs like the Len DuongCamp and the First Step Camp, and their success is only possible due to thepassion and efforts of individuals like you.We strongly encourage you to speak to members of our sponsorship team tolearn more about how your business can benefit from sponsoring VIVA. Inaddition to increasing your company’s brand awareness, your company willalign itself as supporters of both the Len Duong Camp and First Step Camp aswell as celebrate the 40th Anniversary with the Vietnamese community.On behalf of the VAT, UVSA and VCSA, we thank you for your considerationof sponsoring VIVA. We look forward to your participation and support of thismomentous evening!Sincerely,Jaime DiepVAT PresidentAnna DoVIVA ChairMai NguyenSponsorship Committee Chair

About UsVietnamese Association, Toronto (VAT)Established in 1979 as a non-profit and charitable organization, VAT is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors whose members are elected from membership of an annual general assembly.VAT’s Mission: To provide settlement and adaptation services to newcomers and help them integrate and participate successfully in Canadian society.To promote mutual understanding, tolerance, and racial harmony among ethno-cultural communities.To work for the promotion and preservation of the Vietnamese heritage and culture, and for the enrichmentof multiculturalism in Canada.Vietnamese Culture and Science Association, Toronto ChapterThe Vietnamese Culture and Science Association (VCSA), is a non-profit Vietnamese American organizationfounded in 1990. It has over 400 members, mostly young Vietnamese professionals across the USA and Canada.Founded in Houston, Texas, VCSA has chapters in Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Memphis, San Diego, WashingtonDC, Minnesota, and in Canada: Toronto and London, Ontario.The Toronto Chapter of the Vietnamese Culture and Science Association of Toronto (VCSA Toronto) was established in July 2005. Its membership consists of young and dedicated Vietnamese-Canadian professionals,students, and active members of the community. The VCSA of Toronto is proud to be the first Canadian chapterof the VCSA.The United Vietnamese Students Association, Ontario (UVSA)Established in September of 1996, the United Vietnamese Students Association (UVSA) is a leading non-profit,Vietnamese community organization in Ontario run by a board of dedicated post-secondary students and alumnus.The primary focus of the UVSA is the preservation and promotion of the Vietnamese culture and heritage: By understanding the Vietnamese culture; by trying to speak and write using the Vietnamese language whenever possible.To lead, promote unity and harmony among the various Vietnamese Student Associations (VSAs) in Ontario.To organize social, cultural and charitable activities in partnership with other Vietnamese community organizations in Canada and in the world, as well as other Canadian mainstream community wherever possible.

wwwVIVA2011 VIVA AWARD RECIPIENTSDR. LE DUY CANLifetime Community Achievement AwardCo-founded a number of social and culturalorganizations in the Vietnamese community inCanada.MAX VO NGOC THACHOutstanding Community Achievement AwardHelped found SOS Viet-Phi, and led the lobbyingefforts with the Canadian Government resulting inthe resettlement of 275 stateless Vietnamese anddependants in the Philippines to Canada.DR. NGUYEN DUY SANOutstanding Community Achievement AwardOutstanding Achievement Award from the OntarioGovernment (1992) and the Commemorative Medalfor the 125th Anniversary of the confederationof Canada (1993) from the Governor General ofCanada.THIEN LE – Thien Le StudioOutstanding Community Achievement AwardLaunched his own label in 1999, and since then hisdesigns have taken centre stage nationally as wellas globally.DONALD DUONG - Dessert TrendsOutstanding Community Achievement AwardRecipient of the top Gold Medal at the prestigious2004 Culinary Olympics.

Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsorship OpportunityRecognized as Title SponsorTitle 5,000*Gold 2,500Bronze 1,500Greet opportunity*Media interview about event sponsorship*Opportunity to present VIVA award to an outstanding Vietnamese pioneerOpportunity to present VIVA award to one youngprofessional under the age of 40Exhibit booth opportunity***Logo signage by the front entrance**Opportunity to place promotional items on tables**One yearSix months3 months***Logo and link from VIVA website for:Logo recognition on VIVA posterAd on multi-media projectionAcknowledgement and thank you by MCVIVA tickets*30 sec ad - 2 times 30 sec ad - 1 time Logo placementper program rota- per program rota- - 1 time per protiontiongram rotation***1 VIP table(10 tickets)1 VIP table(10 tickets)1 VIP table(10 tickets)

wwwVIVAWHY YOUR SUPPORT IS IMPORTANTYour support will assist us in achieving the following goals: Raise 20,000 to ensure underprivileged high school students will be able toattend the First Step Camp. To create a camp that high school students feel will be beneficial to themlearning about themselves, relationships and life. To foster discussions amongst youth and other generations.Many businesses engage their employees and win customers by partnering withleading non-profit organizations. Through this unique branding opportunity created in accordance with your businesses’ unique needs, goals, values, and vision,The Vietnamese Association, Toronto can help you join the growing number ofcompanies who are improving the community while still boosting their bottomline. Statistics show that: Corporate philanthropy improves employee relations, morale, and productivity in addition to fostering pride amongst staff. 80% of customers/clients have a more positive image of companies that support community causes. 81% of Canadians state they’re more likely to frequent businesses that benefit their community.GET INVOLVED TODAY!TITLE SPONSOR 5,000GOLD SPONSOR 2,500BRONZE SPONSOR 1,500

Sponsorship Application ProcessStep 1.Step 2.Step 3.Step 4.Complete the application.Submit application and payment. Please make payable to The Vietnamese Association, Toronto.A member of our sponsorship team will contact you to confirm receipt of your application and payment.Sign contract and select exhibit space.ApplicationCompany NameRepresentative’sNameMailing AddressRepresentative’sTitleCityProvincePostal CodeCountryTelephoneFaxEmailCompany’sWebsiteI am enclosing a cheque for the following amount. Please make cheque payable to the Vietnamese Association,Toronto:Name of the VIVA Gala member with whom you were in contact with:Please indicate how you or your company would like to be recognized on all materials:AuthorizedSignature:Date:SponsorshipYes, I am thrilled to support VIVA Gala.Please sign me up!Title Sponsor( 5,000)Gold( ,2500)Bronze( 1,500)Please submit your "Sponsorship Application Form" along with full payment to Lucy Nguyen at:Mail: Lucy Nguyen Fax: 416-636-8178Vietnamese Association, Toronto Tel: 416-636-88873585 Keele Street, Unit 13 Email: lucy@vatoronto.caNorth York, ON, M3J 3H5Please address all questions about sponsorship opportunities to Ms. Mai Nguyen, ngocmai.nguyen@gmail.com

TERMS AND CONDITIONS1.The sponsorship will only be deemed official once payments havebeen received and processed by VAT (All media recognitionpromised to the sponsor will not be printed until payment isprocessed and received).2.It is the sponsor’s responsibility to send VAT an electronic copyof their Advertisement, Company logo, and website link no laterthan two weeks after their pledge, or prior to print deadlinewhichever comes first.3.It is the sponsor’s responsibility to deliver their banners ready tohang or display to VAT Head Office no later than May 25, 2012.4.It is the sponsor’s responsibility to place promotional items ontables if applicable prior to event opening.5.It is the sponsor’s responsibility to pick up their banners after theevent at VAT Head Office no later than June 31, 2012.6.Each exhibit booth will be provided tables as per sponsorship,with two chairs per table. VAT is not responsible for lost or stolenitems at exhibit booths.VIVA GALA"The foundation of every great communityis the education of its youth."VIVA

for the Len Duong Leadership Camp and the First Step Camp, which are Vietnamese youth development camps for Vietnamese youth. The First Step Camp will provide an opportunity for Vietnamese high school students with great potential and from all walks of life including underprivileged youth, to attend the summer camp.