Saturday, December 5, 2026 · Garden Grove, California

American DreamBuilding a Better OC

Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Present, Building Our Future

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Sheraton Hotel · 12221 Harbor Boulevard, Garden Grove, CA 92840

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Saturday, December 5 · Free admission

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About Us

Many roots. One American dream.

USBG Special Services, Inc. brings together people from every background who call Orange County home. We believe the American dream is built the same way it always has been: by working hard, getting an education, starting businesses, raising families and serving our communities.

We help people along that path, and we partner with schools, healthcare providers, employers and community leaders so that every family can create a lasting legacy.

Guests from many backgrounds greeting each other at a community gala

Opportunity

Opening doors to education, careers and enterprise for the next generation.

Community

Connecting the many cultures that make Orange County what it is.

Legacy

Helping families build something that lasts for generations.

Event Schedule

One day, two gatherings

Saturday, December 5, 2026 at the Sheraton Hotel in Garden Grove. Leaders meet at midday to plan how we build a better OC together, and the whole community comes together in the evening for a multicultural celebration.

Schedule is subject to change.

Leadership Luncheon

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

How can we build a better OC together?

By invitation
  1. Arrival and check-inPhotos and networking before the program begins.
  2. WelcomeOpening remarks from our Co-Chairs, presentation of the colors and the national anthem.
  3. Opening film“The Many Journeys to America.”
  4. Keynote addressA leader who speaks for all of Orange County.
  5. Lunch and roundtable conversationsEach table takes up three questions: What did America give us? What have we contributed? What will we build?
  6. Cross-community panelLeaders from different communities in education, healthcare, employment and business.
  7. Introducing VOLAFEDA healthcare education, scholarship and workforce initiative, and how partners can take part.
  8. Leadership Legacy CommitmentEach leader shares a commitment to a better OC.
  9. ClosingThanks, and an invitation to the evening Gala.

Community Gala

5:00 – 10:00 PM

A multicultural celebration of the American dream

Free admission · RSVP required
  1. Doors open and receptionCheck in, enjoy the reception and take photos at the event backdrop.
  2. OpeningWelcome from our MCs, the presentation of colors and the national anthem.
  3. Remarks from the organizersThe purpose of the evening and a welcome to our honored guests.
  4. Dinner and performancesLive cultural performances between courses.
  5. Keynote addressRemarks on the American Dream.
  6. Recognition and sponsor thanksHonoring the partners and sponsors who make the evening possible.
  7. Performances, part twoA second set of live performances.
  8. ClosingThanks, a group photo and farewells.

Times are approximate and the program may change. RSVP to receive updates.

Speakers & Performers

The voices of the evening

Our speakers and performers will be announced soon. Check back for photos and short biographies.

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Keynote speaker

[KEYNOTE SPEAKER]

Remarks on the American Dream at the Community Gala.

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Masters of ceremonies

[MC NAMES]

Hosting the evening program in English and Vietnamese.

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Cultural performers

[PERFORMERS]

Live performances from communities across Orange County.

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

Saturday, December 5, 2026 at the Sheraton Hotel in Garden Grove.

Directions by freeway

The hotel is on Harbor Boulevard, just south of Chapman Avenue. These routes skip the busy stretch of Harbor by Disneyland. Saturday traffic in the area can be heavy, so allow extra time.

I-5
Northbound
From San Diego, Irvine and Santa Ana
  1. Exit at Chapman Avenue and turn left (west).
  2. Follow Chapman to Harbor Boulevard and turn left.
  3. The hotel is just ahead on the right.

On I-405 North or SR-55 North? Take SR-55 North to I-5 North first.

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Venue

Sheraton Hotel, 12221 Harbor Boulevard, Garden Grove, CA 92840
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Parking

Complimentary parking is provided on the hotel premises.

Dress code

Luncheon: business formal.
Gala: business casual.

Contact

Questions about the event? Email [email protected].

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