2009 Annual Benefit: American Heritage Awards

6:30pm Reception
7:30pm Dinner
8:30pm Awards Presentation
Las Vegas, Nevada

Each year, the Council salutes a diverse immigrant group at its Annual Benefit for the major contributions they have made to America. Honorees are chosen from a wide spectrum of fields, including the arts, sciences, business and education. This year’s gala highlights the outstanding achievements of immigrants to the arts and in entertainment.

2009 Honorees

Carlos Santana

Internationally acclaimed recording artist and founder of the Milagro Foundation

Cirque du Soleil

Acclaimed performance artists

2009 5^th Grade Creative Writing Contest Winner

Master of Ceremonies

Alex Reymundo

Winner of the 2008 ALMA Award

with a dynamic performance by

Jean Francois Detaille

The American Immigration Council is:

• The Legal Action Center, fighting for fundamental fairness in United States immigration law

• The Immigration Policy Center, conducting research and producing on point and timely analysis about the impact of immigrants on America

• The Curriculum Center, educating America’s children of the importance of immigration and providing invaluable resources to educators

• The Exchange Visitor Program, creating opportunities for immigrants to succeed and providing important training for businesses and government officials.