Become a Sponsor
AIA Hawai‘i Celebrates its 100th Anniversary in 2026!
Start Planning for 2026 Today!
AIA Honolulu’s 800-strong membership wants to get to know you! Sponsors are vital to AIA Honolulu’s sustainability as a resource and core service provider to the architecture and design community. Each year, AIA Honolulu promotes a broad calendar of programming and events.
We offer learning, networking, and gathering opportunities for the architecture community that you’ll want to attend. Our annual sponsorship program builds strategic connections between our members and sponsors to showcase industry innovations.
Here’s a glimpse of what’s ahead in 2026:
- Signature Events & Visibility Design Awards, Canstruction, Architecture Month, and more.
- Expanded Programming Emerging Professionals Development, Youth Outreach, and Podcast Series.
- Centennial Celebrations From a “Let’s Talk Story” episode with Francis Oda, FAIA, to a Past Presidents’ Panel and a special Book Club – it will be a year to remember!.
- Exclusive Recognition Centennial Club sponsors will be recognized at all centennial events and receive commemorative merchandise and invitations to exclusive gatherings.
As an annual sponsor, you’ll receive great benefits outlined on our prospectus, including recognition in our member communications and the opportunity to customize messages at our various events. Make sure you select the programs you want to align your firm with and kick off the next year with maximum visibility and networking opportunities. Sign up now for great benefits!
FIVE key reasons why YOU should be a Sponsor
The benefits of partnership are many and sponsors have exclusive opportunities to reach and be recognized by over 800 recognized professionals as leaders in the industry.
- Give more and get more! Become a sponsor early and choose a level with maximum visibility.
- Exposure: Opportunities to promote your business to the architectural community.
- Positioning: Demonstrate engagement while positioning your company as a leader & trusted source.
- Relationships: Gain access to AIA Honolulu members and develop key relationships.
- Deductible Business Expense: Consult with your tax advisor to list sponsorship as a marketing expense.
Annual Sponsorship - A Three-Step Process
STEP 1: Determine Your Annual Sponsorship Level
The first step is to decide on your overall sponsorship level. All levels come with its own specific benefits.
STEP 2: Choose Programs/Events to Support
The next step is to select programs to support based on Annual Level. For example, Ossipoff Sponsor can make up to two program selections. This is an opportunity to make sure the programs you choose align with your firm's focus and interest.
opportunities for members, sponsors and friends
their academic studies up until the point of licensure or up to ten years after completion of academic studies
combining contractors, architects and engineers) compete to create giant sculptures made entirely of canned goods
Hundreds of attendees and participantsSTEP 3: Join Our Exclusive Centennial Club (Optional Add-On)
Celebrate a century of design excellence with us by joining the AIA Hawai‘i Centennial Club, an exclusive add-on opportunity available to annual sponsors in honor of our 100th anniversary in 2026. Our Centennial Club members will receive enhanced recognition and access to unique centennial-themed programs and events.
Your Centennial Club contribution helps bring our milestone programs to life — from a Past Presidents’ Panel, to a new “Let’s Talk Story” podcast episode with Francis Oda, FAIA, an exciting keynote speaker, and book club discussions. Centennial Club sponsors will also support the creation of custom centennial merchandise and community engagement events throughout the year
Centennial Club: $1,000
As a Centennial Club sponsor, you’ll receive:
- Special Recognition at all centennial events
- Your company logo and website link featured on the Centennial Club webpage on aiahonolulu.org
- Recognition in monthly New Member welcome emails
- A complimentary AIA Hawai‘i Centennial polo or t-shirt
- An invitation to our exclusive Partner & Sponsor Thank-You Party
Join us in marking this once-in-a-century celebration, and help us honor the legacy, community, and future of architecture in Hawai‘i.
FINAL STEP: Fill Out the Sponsorship Form & Join Us!
Finally, download the Sponsorship Prospectus, fill out our Sponsorship Form, and forward it to AIA Honolulu together with payment.
Act Now to Secure Your Sponsorship Spot!
Questions? Email Camilla Nicholas, Assistant Director, at camilla@aiahonolulu.org or call (808) 628-7245.
AIA Honolulu is a 501(c) 6 professional organization that supports the architectural profession and serves the community through good design. Sponsorship and contributions are not charitable deductions but may be tax-deductible as a business expense per IRS regulation. Please consult your tax advisor for further information.
