The Welcoming Center invites you to join us on April 29th for our 2025 Solas Awards, an anticipated evening dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary achievements of immigrants who are shaping the future of our city and beyond.
Each year, we come together to shine a light on the resilience, innovation, and leadership that immigrants bring to our communities. Set against the iconic backdrop of the National Constitution Center, this event reflects our organization’s growth, unity, and drive that are critical during this pivotal moment for our country.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
2025 Solas Honoree:
Hamdi Ulukaya, Founder & CEO of Chobani and Founder of The Tent Partnership for Refugees
2025 Anne O’Callaghan Honoree:
Luc-Henri Fortune, A Participant of The Welcoming Center
Luminary Sponsor
Hao-Li & Evan Loh
John Chou & Teresa Wallace
Champion Plus
Citizens Bank
Champion
Nina Chen & Eric Langenmayr
Susan Hollenstein & Howard Ross
Shirin & Rudy Karsan
Knight Foundation
Bill & Mary Stock
Weinberg Foundation
Sustainers
The Lopez Family Fund
The Philadelphia Foundation
Trilogy Talent Advisors
WES Global Talent Bridge
Supporters
Bob & Pat Aglira
Archer & Greiner, P.C
Armstrong World Industries
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Comcast
Klasko Immigration Law
Patrick Mahanger & Kevin Baumlin
Anne O’Callaghan
The O’Connor Group
E. Rhoda Shaten Charitable Foundation
John Touey & Jin Hee Cho
Friend Plus
Kristy Leong and Micah James
Friends
Ballard Spahr LLP
Miya Choi & Leo Chang
Community College of Philadelphia
Higher Ground Financial Services
Gavin & Cindy Kerr
Marshall Dennehey
David Murphy & Rebecca Rathje
PA Department of Community and Economic Development
Nicole and Anthony Pumphrey
Rivers Casino
Santander
SHG Immigration Lawyers
The Chamber of Commerce or Greater Philadelphia
Vince Willis
Fans
Breakwater
Department of Aviation/PHL Airport
Diane & Michael Chow
EnGen
Katayun Jaffari
Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO
PIDC
Schultz & Williams
Ukranian Selfreliance Federal Credit Union (UKRFCU)
Visit Philadelphia
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