Events

118th Anniversary Event featuring David Rubenstein

Investing in Democracy: Patriotic Philanthropy & the Business Case for Civic Participation

 

Watch the livestream from 6pm – 7pm on November 21.

David Rubenstein is a Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest and most successful private investment firms. He is the host of his own talk show, a board member for multiple cultural and educational institutions and a signer of the Giving Pledge. His most recent book, “The American Experiment” explores the inspiring story of America as a grand experiment in democracy. 

Mr. Rubenstein joins the Committee of Seventy live at the National Constitution Center to discuss why a strong economy requires a strong democracy, what business leaders can do to strengthen democracy, and why he believes giving back to one’s community and nation is essential. 

This year, the live conversation at the National Constitution Center will also live-streamed, bringing together the fascinating program and networking you expect, in the format you prefer.

Ticket and Sponsorship Information

Visionary Sponsor $30,000 
(Value of goods/services in exchange for gift = $1,000)

  • Ten (10) Tickets to attend the live program and cocktail reception
  • Prominent recognition and link to the sponsor’s site from event webpage
  • Sponsor recognition during the program
  • Unlimited access to the virtual event

Champion Sponsor $20,000
(Value of goods/services in exchange for gift = $1,000)

  • Ten (10) Tickets to attend the live program and cocktail reception
  • Prominent recognition and link to the sponsor’s site from event webpage
  • Sponsor recognition during the program
  • Unlimited access to the virtual event

Advocate Sponsor $10,000
(Value of goods/services in exchange for gift = $800)

  • Eight (8) Tickets to attend the live program and cocktail reception
  • Prominent recognition and link to the sponsor’s site from event webpage
  • Sponsor recognition during the program
  • Unlimited access to the virtual event

Citizen Sponsor $5,000
(Value of goods/services in exchange for gift = $600)

  • Six (6) Tickets to attend the live program and cocktail reception
  • Prominent recognition and link to the sponsor’s site from event webpage
  • Sponsor recognition during the program
  • Unlimited access to the virtual event

Individual Ticket $1,000
(Value of goods/services in exchange for gift = $100)

  • One (1) Ticket to attend the live program and cocktail reception

Virtual Ticket $70

  •  One admission to the virtual program
  • Members receive free access

To secure your sponsorship, please contact Lauren Cristella at lcristella@seventy.org and submit your contribution here.

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