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2020 Legal Citizen of the Year Award Dinner Sponsorships

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Sponsorships are available for the premier annual gathering for the Oregon legal community. Nearly 500 judges, attorneys, educators and community leaders gather to celebrate, network and socialize, and all funds raised directly support Civics Learning Project’s programs throughout the state.

Our 2020 honoree will be Oregon Supreme Court Chief Justice Martha Walters — the first woman elected to the position of Chief Justice — who has promoted the values of civic education and engagement throughout her career.

Select the right level for you to join our current sponsors.

Presenting Sponsor — $25,000

  • “Presented by” recognition in all communications, promotions, and materials.
  • Distinctive signage throughout the event including banquet hall, reception hall, and registration.
  • Customized recognition slide in event presentation.
  • Opportunity to speak during introductory time at the dinner.
  • Recognition in all event materials both print and online.
  • Half-page thank you ad in the Oregon State Bar Bulletin or equivalent.

Dinner Sponsor — $10,000

  • Distinctive signage in the banquet hall.
  • Customized recognition slide in event presentation.
  • Recognition from podium and in all event materials both print and online.
  • Quarter-page thank you ad in the Oregon State Bar Bulletin or equivalent.

Reception Sponsor — $5,000

  • Distinctive signage in the reception hall.
  • Customized recognition slide in event presentation.
  • Recognition from podium and in all event materials both print and online.

Eugene-Portland Shuttle Sponsor — $2,500

  • Distinctive signage on shuttle bus.
  • Customized recognition slide in event presentation.
  • Recognition from podium and in all event materials both print and online.

Supporting Sponsor — $1,000

  • Customized recognition slide in event presentation.
  • Recognition from podium and in all event materials both print and online.

Choose your own level of sponsorship – all sponsorships of $500 or more will be recognized during the event and on the Civics Learning Project website.


The Jonathan U. Newman Legal Citizen of the Year Award recognizes the late Judge Newman for his leadership in encouraging and instilling respect for civic education in Oregon. Each year, a leader is honored for demonstrating a commitment to the mission and principles of Civics Learning Project including advancing the ideals of civic education and inspiring future citizens.

As part of Legal Citizen of the Year Award Dinner, Civics Learning Project also honors an exemplary educator in Oregon with the Civic Educator of the Year Award. The 2019-20 honoree, announced at the annual Oregon Civics Conference for Teachers, is Courtney Wertz of Paisley Middle / High School.

If you have any questions, please contact Robert Hulshof-Schmidt, Development Director, at [email protected].