With all the education sessions, don’t forget about the fun activities and the chances to give back at IMEX America.

The MPI Foundation empowers and supports career professionals who have fallen on hard times, or who just need a little help to get where they’re going professionally, by providing grants, scholarships and educational opportunities. In 2018, the Foundation invested US$773,000 to MPI members, of which more than $420,000 was rewarded in scholarships and chapter grants. This translates to five grants and 256 scholarships whose recipients were empowered by the generosity of others. The Foundation will have several opportunities to donate during IMEX America.

• Friday, Sept. 6-Wednesday, Sept. 11 (12 p.m. PST): The final MPI Foundation Silent Auction of 2019 will be live throughout IMEX America and will feature dozens of destinations, resorts, entertainment, dining and merchandise! Visit the IMEX app for a link to bid.
• Monday, Sept. 9: The MPI Foundation is partnering with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) to bring you a limited-edition collectible pin for the upcoming Breast Cancer Awareness Month. These limited edition pins will be only $15 each, and a portion of the proceeds will go to the BCRF.
• Wednesday night, Sept.11: Rendezvous @ Drai’s Beachclub & Nightclub. Tickets available online at mpi.org/imex-america and imexamerica.com/whats-on/mpi-foundation-rendezvous. Host sponsor: Drai's Beachclub & Night Club. Sponsors: Caesars Entertainment, Encore Event Technologies, Italian National Tourist Board, MC&A, NYC & Company, Visit Dallas, Visit Houston.