1. 2017 Sponsorship Opportunities

2. Your Sponsorship Elevates Philanthropy in the St. Louis Area.
The St. Louis chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) with nearly 400 members representing 103 organizations is the premier professional association for individuals and organizations responsible for generating philanthropic support for nonprofits.
In 2016, over 900 individuals benefitted from the education, training, and networking opportunities provided by the St. Louis AFP Chapter.

3. AFP Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsoring organizations can choose the sponsorship package that best fits their needs and goals. Sponsor packages include:
Monthly Education Program Sponsorships
Gateway Conference on Philanthropy Sponsorships
National Philanthropy Day Sponsorships
“Create Your Own” Sponsorships

4. AFP Monthly Education Programs
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In 2016, the St. Louis AFP Chapter offered over 20 educational programs. Attendance varied from 15 to 25 for webinars and 50 to 75 for seminars and monthly workshops.
The 2017 schedule for monthly seminars, webinars and workshops will include both local and national experts sharing their knowledge and experience on subjects such as Major Gift Fundraising, Emerging Priorities for Funders, Donor Stewardship, Leadership Development and Diversity.

5. All Monthly Luncheons and Seminars
Monthly Education Programs Sponsorship
Levels & Business
$1,500
$1,000
$750
Benefits
All Education
Programs
All Monthly Luncheons and Seminars
Monthly Luncheons
Only
Delivery of Personal Message During Program X
Signage at Session
Logo and Website Link on AFP Homepage
12 months
6 months
2 months
Booth to share promotional materials
Complimentary Luncheon Registrations 4 2

6. Gateway Conference on Philanthropy August 30, 2017
St. Charles Convention Center
Over 200 people attended the Conference in 2016 and we anticipate an even larger crowd in The Conference will include a full day of world-class, professional learning opportunities for Fundraising Professionals, Executive Directors and Board Volunteers.

7. Presenting $5,000 (Exclusive)
Gateway Conference on Philanthropy
Sponsorship Levels & Benefits
Benefits
Presenting $5, (Exclusive)
Leadership $2,500
Big Idea Sponsor $1,250
Pacesetter $1,000
Exhibitor $500
Delivery of personal message during Conference Welcome X
Recognition in event remarks from AFP Chapter President
*New* 30-second Sponsor Video shown during luncheon
Sponsorship of Keynote Speaker
Sponsorship of Morning Opening Session
Opportunity to be a speaker on a mutually agreed upon topic
Recognition on event and breakout room signage
Logo on electronic invitations
Logo on sponsor video loop
Logo on 2017 AFP Conference Webpage
Program ad/listing
Full Page
1/2 Page
1/4 Page
Listing
Exhibit Booth
Conference Registrations 10 6 4 2
VIP Seating Reserved for Luncheon

8. The National Philanthropy Day Luncheon
The National Philanthropy Day Luncheon is a day to celebrate the time, passion, and dedication of our region’s most inspiring fundraisers and philanthropists.
A cocktail hour precedes the luncheon and awards ceremony, which is attended by more than 400 nonprofit executives, philanthropists, honorees, and their families.
Awards are given for Outstanding Volunteer, Philanthropist, Corporate Philanthropic Program, Fundraising Executive, and Young Professional, as well as the Spirit of Philanthropy Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award.

9. National Philanthropy Day Sponsorship Levels and Benefits
Presenting
Sponsor
Award Sponsor (Seven Available)
Platinum Sponsor
Diamond Sponsor
Patron Sponsor
Benefits
$10,000
$5,000
$3,000
$1,500
$750
Invitation to Private Reception with Awardees X
Recognition in Event Welcome
Premium Event Sign Recognition
Introduce Award Recipient
Recognition in ads and media exposure in
all press releases
Logo on electronic invitations
Logo on looping video prior to luncheon
Logo and website link on AFP event site
Program Ad
Full Page
1/2 Page
1/4 Page
Table Signage
Complimentary Tickets (Tables of 10) 10 2

10. Create Your Own Sponsor Package
Opt for one or more of the opportunities listed below:
Monthly Education Programs ($750, $1000, $1500)
Gateway Conference ($500, $1,000, $1,250, $2,500, $5,000)
National Philanthropy Day ($750, $1,500, $3,000, $5,000, $10,000)

11. To secure your sponsorship, or for any questions, please contact
Ellen Howe
Chair, Sponsorship Committee
(314)