Inaugural Richard D. McLellan Prizes Award Gala

Thu Dec 05 2024 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-05:00

Amway Grand Plaza Hotel | Grand Rapids

The Russell Kirk Center
Publisher/HostThe Russell Kirk Center
Inaugural Richard D. McLellan Prizes Award Gala
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Join the Russell Kirk Center as we celebrate the first recipient of the McLellan Prizes for freedom of speech and expression.
About this Event

We're pleased to invite you to join the Russell Kirk Center as we celebrate the awarding of the inaugural Richard D. McLellan Prizes for Freedom of Speech and Expression.


Through the generous support of Richard D. McLellan, the Kirk Center will award a $50,000 prize that recognizes and encourages the best writing, creative works, actions, and new media communications in the area of Freedom of Speech and Expression. In addition, two outstanding writers will be awarded $12,500 summer research grants to pursue projects that enhance our understanding and advocacy of Free Speech rights.


Together these prizes will support those making an exceptional case for the perennial wisdom and ongoing necessity of the American tradition of free speech.

Tickets:

$125 - couples

$75 - individuals

$25 - students



Schedule

  • Reception at 6:00 p.m. – Center Concourse
  • Program begins at 7:00 p.m. – Ambassador Ballroom
  • Afterglow – Center Concourse - Drinks and Hors d’oeuvres


Please dress in business attire.


Event Photos

Sponsorship Opportunities


For those wishing to attend the event and help underwrite its associated costs, we're also offering a number of sponsorship opportunities. To discuss becoming an event sponsor, please contact Emily Corwin: [email protected].


First Amendment Event Sponsor ($50,000)

  • Prominent recognition in the event program and on signage
  • Recognition from the podium
  • Premium seating for up to 10 for the program
  • VIP reception (up to 6 guests)

James Madison Sponsor ($25,000)

  • Prominent recognition in the event program and on signage
  • Recognition from the podium
  • Premium seating for up to 10 for the program
  • VIP reception (up to 5 guests)

George Mason Sponsor ($15,000)

  • Recognition in the event program and on signage
  • Recognition from the podium
  • Priority seating for up to 8 for the program
  • VIP reception (up to 4 guests)

Frederick Douglass Sponsor ($10,000)

  • Recognition in the event program and on signage
  • Recognition from the podium
  • Preferred seating for up to 6 for the program
  • VIP reception (up to 3 guests)

Patrick Henry Sponsor ($5,000)

  • Recognition in the event program and on signage
  • Recognition from the podium
  • Preferred seating for up to 6 for the program
  • VIP reception (up to 2 guests)

Alexander Hamilton Sponsor ($1,000)

  • Recognition in the event program and on signage
  • Preferred seating for up to 2 for the program
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, 187 Monroe Avenue Northwest, Grand Rapids, United States

Tickets

USD 28.52 to USD 81.88

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