Preserve Their Legacy

Honor your family's pioneer story with a lasting tribute at the Becoming American Museum

All sponsorships are tax-deductible donations to our

501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Understanding Your Investment

Why Professional Documentation Requires Significant Investment

Creating a lasting, professional tribute to your family's pioneer story involves extensive research, production, and ongoing promotion. Here's what goes into preserving each story:

📝 Story Creation Costs

Professional Writer/Researcher

$1,500 - $3,000

Research, interviews, writing 2,000+ word story

Photo Restoration & Digitization

$500 - $800

Scanning, color correction, archival quality

Video Production (5-10 min)

$2,000 - $4,000

Interview, filming, editing, post-production

Web Development & Design

$800 - $1,200

Custom page layout, interactive timeline, gallery

Historical Research & Verification

$500 - $1,000

Fact-checking, historical context, citations

Project Management

$300 - $500

Coordination, reviews, revisions

Total Range: $5,600 - $10,500

📢 Monthly Promotion Costs

Facebook & Instagram

$500 - $1,500

• Targeted ads to Punjabi-American communities
• Sponsored posts in cultural groups
• Story carousel ads
• Event promotion

YouTube Video Marketing

$1,000 - $3,000

• Pre-roll ads on Punjabi content
• Sponsored content with influencers
• Documentary-style promotional videos
• Channel management

Content Creation

$800 - $2,000

• Professional photography
• Video editing and production
• Graphic design for social media
• Story highlight reels

Community Outreach

$300 - $800

• Gurdwara presentations
• Cultural event booths
• Print materials
• Community newsletter ads

Monthly Total: $2,600 - $7,300

Your Sponsorship's Impact

100%

Tax Deductible

Forever

Permanent Digital Archive

10,000+

Annual Story Views

Choose Your Sponsorship Package

Every contribution preserves a piece of history

🏆

LEGACY SPONSOR

$10,000

Perfect for established businesses, foundations, or families honoring multiple generations

Full-Page Dedicated Story (2,000+ words)
Photo Gallery (up to 10 photos)
5-10 minute professional video interview
Interactive Timeline
Premium 'Distinguished Pioneers' placement
Company/family logo with 'Presented by' credit
6 social media campaign posts
Annual event recognition
Commemorative plaque at museum
Full-page annual report recognition

HERITAGE SPONSOR

$5,000

Ideal for local businesses or families wanting to preserve their unique story

Complete Story Page (1,500 words)
Photo Collection (up to 6 photos)
Prominent category placement
Heritage Sponsor recognition badge
3 social media feature posts
VIP donor reception invitation
Annual report & newsletter features

🤝

COMMUNITY SPONSOR

$2,500

For individuals and small businesses supporting community history

Profile Page (750 words)
Photo Display (up to 4 photos)
Sponsor directory listing
Social media mention
Community event invitations

📖

PIONEER SUPPORTER

$1,000

For individuals contributing family stories to our collective history

Basic Profile (500 words)
2 photos with story
Supporter recognition listing

Special Sponsorship Opportunities

🌾 Industry Pioneer Packages

$7,500 each

Sponsor collections of stories highlighting pioneers in your industry:

• Agricultural Pioneer Sponsor
• Medical Pioneer Sponsor
• Education Pioneer Sponsor
• Business Pioneer Sponsor
• Legal Pioneer Sponsor

📅 Annual Story Series Sponsor

$25,000

Premier sponsorship for major donors:

• Sponsor 12 monthly featured stories
• Series named after sponsor
• Logo on all story pages for the year
• Major recognition at all events
• Executive invitations to functions

Ready to Preserve a Pioneer Story?

Join us in documenting the remarkable journey of Punjabi-Americans who helped build this nation