Your company is known for its civic mindedness. You look for opportunities to support organizations that promote civic engagement and works toward social change. For 85 years, the Springfield Public Forum has hosted thought-provoking speakers who share their insights on pressing topics of the day. These programs are free and open to all.
We rely on the support of generous sponsors to underwrite our programs. Each year, speakers’ fees and facility rentals continue to rise as does our resolve to keep the Forum free. We hope we can count on you to join us as a sponsor. Please consider the following levels and choose one that works for you.
All Sponsors will receive:
- Full page color ad in season program booklet
- Recognition on print or electronic marketing materials
- Recognition on Forum website
- Recognition on print or electronic signage at Forum events
| Level | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Season Sponsor | Customized to meet sponsor goals. Example benefits: • Exclusive opportunity to present custom slideshow, PSA, or commercial during seating at Forum events • Logo in Forum's print and electronic marketing materials • Prominent logo placement on Forum website and link to sponsor's site • 20 free tickets to VIP dinners with our speakers with option to invite additional guests • Opportunity to collaborate with Forum partners on community outreach initiatives |
| Platinum Sponsor | • Exclusive opportunity to introduce the speaker, moderate the audience Q&A, or other roles • Sponsor mentions on Forum Facebook page and/or Twitter before or during the event • Sponsor profile in our pre-event e-blast • 10 free tickets to the VIP dinner with the speaker with option to invite additional guests • Logo on screen during speaker introduction |
| Gold Sponsor | • Shared opportunity to introduce the speaker at dinner or event and other roles • Logo on screen during speaker introduction • 5 free tickets to the VIP dinner with the speaker with option to invite additional guests |
| Silver Sponsor | • Logo on screen during speaker introduction • 2 free tickets to one VIP dinner with a speaker with option to invite additional guests |
| Season Underwriter | • 2 free tickets to one VIP dinner with our speakers with option to invite additional guests |
| Fundraiser Sponsor | • Sponsorship of post-event fundraising dinner. Logo or name on dinner invitation • 6 free tickets to fundraising dinner, with discounted tickets for additional guests • Exclusive opportunity to welcome dinner guests |
| Community Program Sponsor: Forum Thinks | Extend the impact of our speakers by allowing us to create partnerships with local organizations who can offer related programming and dialogue around each speaker and their topics. • 2 free tickets to one VIP dinner with our speakers with option to invite additional guests • Company logo included in our Forum Thinks promotional materials |
| Community Program Sponsor: Forum Scholars | Designed to engage the city’s most intellectually curious high school students, your support provides students with private Q&A access to visiting speakers, discussion groups, dinner with the speakers, and more. • 2 free tickets to one VIP dinner with our speakers with option to invite additional guests • Company logo included in our Forum Scholars promotional materials |
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
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