This year’s event will take place at the Lethbridge Coast Hotel and Conference Centre. Exhibitors will need to be set up by 4 p.m. on Thursday, November 4, 2010. Take-down time is 4 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 2010. Please contact the office if you will be unable to meet these times.
Benefits of Participation
- The goal of the conference is to promote individual contact between exhibitors and charities. The design of the Conference Centre allows open and free networking opportunities throughout the 9,000 square feet of open space.
- The set-up for this funding conference will be somewhat unique compared to other conference venues. The funders/exhibitors will be placed around the perimeter of the room allowing for adequate spacing so that individual exhibitors will be able to complete presentations at their display area. Each main funder/exhibitor will have access to seating for 15 to 20 participants to sit in on their presentations.
- All exhibitors are encouraged to schedule a mini presentation at their booth. You will be contacted to set this up.
- Networking, refreshment breaks and meals are held on the exhibit floor to ensure high traffic to exhibits.
- There will be keynote speakers addressing all delegates at various times throughout the day. A reception beginning at 4 pm on Thursday, November 4 will feature keynote speaker Andrea McManus, while delegates visit the exhibits in the Conference Centre.
- The goal is to promote intimate small group contact for as many funders/exhibitors as possible. Our overall goal is to encourage funding process learning wherever possible. We will encourage registrants to bring copies of their projects requiring funding with them to this funding forum.
Exhibitor Fee: $150
- Includes continental breakfast, lunch & refreshment breaks during conference hours for 1-2 people.
- All exhibitor tables must be manned during the conference.
- Exhibitors will also have the opportunity to announce their own door prize draw winners at the conference.
- Special requests will be considered but are not guaranteed.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Deadline for Sponsorship: has been extended
LUNCH SPONSORSHIP (Friday, November 5, 2010) Value: $750
Description: A number of refreshment stations will be situated throughout Conference Hall.
There will be two breaks on Friday November 4.
Benefits:
- Verbal acknowledgement to all delegates before & after break
- Recognition within conference program
- An opportunity to distribute promotional material at the designated “Sponsor Table”
- Recognition via signage at refreshment tables
REFRESHMENT BREAKS SPONSORSHIP (2 on Friday, November 5, 2010) Value: $250 for each break
Description: A number of refreshment stations will be situated throughout Conference Hall.
Benefits:
- Verbal acknowledgement to all delegates before & after break
- An opportunity to distribute promotional material at the designated “Sponsor Table”
- Recognition within conference program
- Recognition via signage at refreshment tables
DOOR PRIZES (unlimited) Value: To be determined by donor
Description: Prizes to give away during the course of the conference
Benefits:
- Recognition of donation of door prize with every draw
- Draws will be held throughout the two days
- Recognition in the Conference Program
OPENING RECEPTION SPONSOR (Thursday, November 4, 2010) Value: SPONSORED [$1000]
Description: Appetizers and no host bar.
Benefits:
- A 5 minute opportunity for a sponsor presentation
- An opportunity to distribute promotional material at the designated “Sponsor Table”
- Recognition via signage at food tables
- Recognition within conference program
- Verbal acknowledgements at the reception
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST SPONSOR (Friday, November 5, 2010) Value: SPONSORED [$500]
Description: Continental Breakfast Buffet: Chilled Fruit Juice, Muffins, Danish, Pastries, Yogurt and Granola Bars, Fresh Fruit Platter, Coffee & Tea
Benefits:
- A 5 minute opportunity for a sponsor presentation
- An opportunity to distribute promotional material
- Recognition via signage at Breakfast serving tables
- An opportunity to distribute promotional material at the designated “Sponsor Table”
- Recognition within conference program
- Verbal acknowledgements at the breakfast
Fill in the form on you computer and email to office@lethbridgecommunityfoundation.ca,
or print and fax to 403-328-6061
Conference Venue: Lethbridge Coast Hotel and Conference Centre
Lethbridge Coast Hotel & Conference Centre
526 mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge Alberta
Exhibit Facilities
- Includes one 6’ table draped, 2 chairs, 2 exhibitor ID badges
- Wireless internet access
- Company name & logo in printed conference materials
- Company name and logo on conference signage
- Live link to your company website from the conference webpage.
- Limited availability (first come first served) access to electrical outlets.
OF LETHBRIDGE AND SOUTHWESTERN ALBERTA
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Speaker Powerpoints
Tradeshow Presentations
The opening reception & continental breakfast have been sponsored but other opportunities are still available.
Downloads & Links
The organizing committee of the Buck Starts Here Funding Conference 2010 invites you to participate as an exhibitor or sponsor in this unique conference. The format of the conference offers you the chance to build relationships by meeting face-to-face with nonprofit organizations from across southern Alberta. Care has been taken in preparing the conference to ensure the maximum opportunity for interaction between delegates and exhibitors.
The attached information provides you with an overview of
this year’s sponsorship/exhibitor opportunities. We would be
happy to be of assistance in working with you to create a
sponsorship and/or exhibitor package that meets your objectives. Please call the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta at 403-328-5297.
Buck Starts Here 2010: Exhibitor Information
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www.cflsa.ca
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Updated June 2011
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office@cflsa.ca 403.328.5297 404 8th St South
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