Makerfest - Sponsorship | UC Makerspace

At the Old Putnam County Fairgounds

SPONSORSHIP INFO

LOOK OVER THE SPONSORSHIP PACKET

Sponsorship TIERS

Presenting sponsor

$10,000

Exclusive “Presented by” naming recognition
Top logo placement on all major event materials
Largest sponsor logo on event website or landing page
Sponsor name included in primary event title where appropriate
Premium booth or display space at the event
Recognition from stage multiple times per day
Recognition during Friday sponsor/vendor mixer or VIP gathering
Opportunity for a short welcome message or remarks at the event
Logo placement on main entrance signage, if produced
Logo placement near main stage or primary gathering area
Featured sponsor spotlight on UC Makerspace social media
Inclusion in event email announcements
Opportunity to provide branded materials or giveaways
Recognition in post-event thank-you campaign
Option to sponsor one major activity area, such as the main stage, repair clinic, food court, demo area or races
Up to 12 complimentary event passes

MAIN STAGE SPONSOR

$5,000

Naming recognition for the main stage
Prominent logo placement near stage area
Logo placement on event website or landing page
Recognition in social media promotions related to music and entertainment
Stage mentions throughout the weekend
Premium booth or display space
Opportunity to place branded banners near stage area, subject to venue rules
Recognition during Friday sponsor/vendor mixer or VIP gathering
Inclusion in event email announcements
Recognition in post-event thank-you campaign
Up to 8 complimentary event passes

Be a Feature or Area Sponsor

$3,500

Inflatable
Races

Vendor
Market

Motor
Show

Hot Wheels
Racing

Power Wheels
Racing

Fix-it
Clinic

Food
Court

Maker
Demo zone

benefits include

Naming recognition for selected activity area
Sponsor signage at the activity area
Logo placement on event website or landing page
Sponsor recognition in activity-specific social media posts
Booth or display space near sponsored area when possible
Stage or PA recognition during related activity
Inclusion in event email announcements
Recognition in post-event thank-you campaign
Up to 6 complimentary event passes

OTHER Sponsorship TIERS

GOLD

$2,500

Logo placement on event website or landing page
Logo placement on shared sponsor signage where available
Social media recognition
Booth or display space
Stage or PA recognition during the weekend
Inclusion in event emails where appropriate
Post-event thank-you recognition
Up to 4 complimentary event passes

Silver

$1,000

Logo or name placement on event website or landing page
Name included on shared sponsor signage
Sponsor recognition on social media
Recognition in post-event thank-you campaign
Option to provide branded giveaways or coupons
Up to 2 complimentary event passes

Community

$500

Business or donor name listed on event website or landing page
Name included on shared sponsor signage, if produced
Recognition in group social media thank-you post
Recognition in post-event thank-you campaign

IN-KIND
SPONSORSHIPS

Possible In-Kind Needs:

Printing and signage
Sound and stage equipment
Tables, chairs, tents, and pipe/drape
Event fencing or barricades
Golf carts or utility vehicles

Volunteer meals and drinks
Bottled water

Ice
Prize packages
Tools and repair clinic supplies
Safety equipment
Kids activity supplies
Electrical support
Trash service
Portable restrooms, if needed
Marketing and media support
Photography and videography
Radio, print, or billboard advertising
Food supplies for fundraising

IN-KIND
SPONSOR BENEFITS

Want to talk more first?

If you have ideas for a custom sponsorship package that fits your business budget, goals, and vision, feel free to reach out and we can discuss tailoring a package.

This is your opportunity to market your business to families, creators, entrepreneurs, hobbyists, tradespeople, small business owners, and those who own seven drills but still buy another one when it goes on sale.