Event FAQ
Thank you very much for supporting Upwardly Global’s 2013 Passport to Possibilities Awards and Gala. All funds raised will be used directly to support Upwardly Global’s programs and services.
For your information, here are a few details about the gala that we thought might be helpful in planning your evening.
1. How can I buy tickets for the gala?
2. I’m having troubles purchasing the ticket online, what should I do?
3. If I buy a group of tickets for myself and friends, will we be seated together?
4. If I buy a ticket and cannot make it, will I be refunded?
5. When do I need to purchase tickets by?
6. Can I buy a ticket onsite?
7. What time is registration?
8. When will I receive my tickets for the event?
9. Are drinks included in the ticket price?
10. Can I bring my teenager to the gala?
11. Will there be a sit-down dinner at the event?
12. What is the attire for the event?
13. How do I get to Edison Ballroom?
14. Is there a place to put my coat?
15. What portion of my donation or event ticket is tax-deductible?
16. How can I become an event sponsor?
1. How can I buy tickets for the gala?
Ticket purchases are available online. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, PayPal or check payment.
2. I’m having troubles purchasing the ticket online, what should I do?
We are sorry for your trouble. Please email Claudette at Claudette@upwardlyglobal.org and we will work with you to resolve the matter.
3. If I buy a group of tickets for myself and friends, will we be seated together?
For as long as you buy tickets with the same price level, you and your friends will be seated together.
4. If I buy a ticket and cannot make it, will I be refunded?
We would love for you to join us, but understand things happen. If you cannot attend the event, we will offer your ticket to one of our un/underemployed jobseeker clients to share with us in our celebration. We are not able to offer refunds.
5. When do I need to purchase tickets by?
All tickets must be purchased by Friday, May 31, 2013 in order for Upwardly Global to include your name to the final guest list.
6. Can I buy a ticket onsite?
If you plan on buying a ticket onsite, please email Claudette at Claudette@upwardlyglobal.org on or before 12:00PM, Monday, June 3rd so we are able to include your name in the official guest list and guarantee a seat for you.
7. What time is registration?
Gala doors open promptly at 6:00PM with a networking cocktail reception. Dinner follows at 7:00PM.
8. When will I receive my tickets for the event?
No tickets will be distributed for the event. Instead, a guest list will be created for admission to the gala. Just provide your name or the name of your party when you arrive on June 5th.
9. Are drinks included in the ticket price?
Yes, there will be soft drinks, beer, wine, soda and mixed drinks. Please drink responsibly.
10. Can I bring my teenager to the gala?
Yes, you may bring your teenager to the gala. However, please be mindful that there will be an open bar. Anyone who appears to be under the age of 21 will be carded.
11. Will there be a sit-down dinner at the event?
Yes, there will be dinner served at the event.
12. What is the attire for the event?
Cocktail attire is encouraged but business formal is appropriate.
13. How do I get to Edison Ballroom?
Edison Ballroom is located at 240 West 47th Street, between 7th and 8th Avenues. It is right in the heart of Manhattan so there is easy subway or cab access.
Please be aware, directions are subject to change due to detours, road/track work, etc.
Subways:
A - To 42nd Street, walk North to appropriate street.
C, E - To 50th Street, walk North or South to appropriate street.
N, R, W - To 49th Street, walk North or South to appropriate street.
Q - To 42nd Street, walk North to appropriate street.
B, D, F - To 47th-50th Street (at 6th Ave), walk West, and then North or South to appropriate street.
1 - To 49th Street, walk North or South to appropriate street.
2, 3 - To 42nd Street/Times Square and walk North to appropriate street.
4, 5, 6 - To 42nd Street, transfer to shuttle to Times Square and walk North. 7 - To Times Square and walk North to appropriate street.
Trains:
Long Island Rail Road to Penn Station (Under Madison Square Garden at 34th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues.) On foot, walk North (Uptown) where 7th Ave merges with Broadway at Times Square. Theatre district is above 42nd Street.
New Jersey Transit to Penn Station (see above for walking directions)
Metro North (Harlem, Hudson & New Haven lines) and other Northern lines to Grand Central on 42nd Street between Lexington & Madison Aves. By foot or car, travel west on 42nd Street or any West bound cross street 5 or 6 blocks to the theatre district. By subway, take the subway shuttle to Times Square and walk North to appropriate street.
Ferry Service:
For NY/NJ call 212-225-5368 for information.
Car:
Queens Mid-town Tunnel into Manhattan, bear right and exit off uptown exit which will let you off @ 37th Street and 3rd Avenue. Head west on 37th to 6th Avenue, take a right onto 6th Avenue North to 45th or 47th Streets and head left to Times Square area.
Queensboro 59th Street Bridge into Manhattan, exit bridge @ 59th Street and 2nd Avenue or onto 60th Street heading East if the upper roadway is taken. Head South (downtown) on 2nd Avenue to any West bound street from 52nd Street down to 42nd Street. Head West about 6-8 blocks into the theatre district.
Holland Tunnel into Manhattan empties onto Canal Street. Stay to the right and follow directions to Hudson Street. Follow Hudson Street North which becomes 8th Avenue. Stay on 8th Avenue to 42nd Street or above for Broadway theatre district.
George Washington Bridge On upper level, first right hand exit off bridge. On lower level, exit is 175th Street/9A, North Henry Hudson Parkway. Go right where exit forks towards the Henry Hudson. Make a left at second fork and follow onto Henry Hudson Parkway South (becomes Westside Highway). Westside Highway ends at 57th Street or any eastbound cross Street ( 5 to 6 blocks).
Lincoln Tunnel Take the New Jersey Turnpike to the Lincoln Tunnel. Exit in Manhattan. Follow the signs for 42nd Street & make a right onto 42nd Street. Follow to 8th Avenue (second light) making a left onto 8th Avenue heading North.
The Brooklyn Bridge Take the FDR North exit. Stay on FDR Drive to 42nd Street, go straight for about 6 to 8 blocks until you reach Times Square.
Brooklyn Battery Tunnel Gowanus Parkway from Brooklyn. Exit from the tunnel and bear left. Make a right hand turn onto West Street (Old Westside Highway) and follow to 42nd. Make a right onto 42nd Street and follow 8th Avenue. Make a left onto 8th Avenue and head North. A majority of the theatres are situated on the side streets between 8th Avenue and Broadway (to the right) from 44th to 53rd Streets.
14. Is there a place to put my coat?
Yes, a coat check will be available.
15. What portion of my donation or event ticket is tax-deductible?
IRS regulations state that certain items received as part of your donation are considered goods and services received and may not be included in your tax-deductible donation. As an Upwardly Global donor, the value of the tickets to the gala ($150 per ticket) is not considered to be a part of your donation. Please note the entire gift amount benefits Upwardly Global’s programs and services regardless of the tax deductible portion of your gift.
16. How can I become an event sponsor?
We offer different levels of sponsorship on both local and national level that drive sales, increase brand awareness, and present opportunities that tap into our enormous network of immigrant professionals from 94 developing countries that create global economic impact through our work. Please contact Claudette at 212.219.8828 or Claudette@upwardlyglobal.org for more details.