We invite you to support the 2026 Seattle Bon Odori through sponsorships, a meaningful expression of dana—our practice of generosity.
*Donations of $1,000 or more may chose a dedication with “in memory of” or “in honor of”.
Sponsorship Order | Seattle Bon Odori Home
Obon Photo Memorial
During the Obon season, we remember our loved ones who passed away, by dancing in joy and gratitude. We invite all to celebrate and remember our loved ones together, by taking part in our Obon slideshow memorial.
To participate, click the link below and upload a photo of your loved one(s). Photos will be displayed in the Hondo (Main Temple Hall) during Bon Odori weekend.
This is free and open to all! Donations are gratefully accepted. To make a donation, please select a sponsorship option below.
Hasu – Lotus* | $3,000 +
- Recognition in Wheel of Sangha (newsletter) and the Seattle Bon Odori sponsorship page
- Video acknowledgement posted on event social media pages
- Recognition by hosts during event
- Acknowledgement in the Seattle Bon Odori program, and 4 Bon Odori merchandise items
Ajisai – Hydrangea* | $2,000-$2,999
- Recognition in Wheel of Sangha (newsletter) and the Seattle Bon Odori sponsorship page
- Recognition by hosts during event
- Acknowledgement in the Seattle Bon Odori program, and 2 Bon Odori merchandise items
Ayame – Iris* | $1,000-$1,999
- Recognition in Wheel of Sangha (newsletter) and the Seattle Bon Odori sponsorship page
- Recognition by hosts during event
Asago – Morning glory | $25-$999
- Recognition in Wheel of Sangha (newsletter) and the Seattle Bon Odori sponsorship page
Music & Dance Sponsor* | $1,200
- Recognition in Wheel of Sangha (newsletter) and the Seattle Bon Odori sponsorship page
- Recognition by hosts during event
Thank you to our 2026 Seattle Bon Odori sponsors!
Hasu – Lotus Sponsors
Gary & Debbie Shibata
In memory of Albert Shintaku & Kunio Shibata
Ajisai – Hydrangea Sponsors
Henry Nose
In memory of George & Shizuko Nose
Kemi Nakabayashi & Jim Norton
In memory of Hideo & Misao Kaneko
& Marion Dumont
Susanne Umeda
In memory of Sam Isamu & Kazuko Kay Umeda
Ayame – Iris Sponsors
Nancy Yee
In memory of Fukuyo Kay Yee
Ron Hamakawa
In Memory of the Hamakawa & Mimaki Ohana & Dad Elkins
Tetsuden & Kanako Kashima
In memory of Kuniko & Sherri Takamura
Nakamura Sisters
In memory of Jimmie & Ruby Nakamura
Marlene Okada
Asago – Morning Glory Sponsors
Anonymous
Sara Umeda
Ellen Sugita & Rick Hardy
Karen Narasaki
Sheri Mizumori
Music & Dance Sponsors