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AFP DC Advocate (support $1,000–$5,999)

AFP DC Advocates are fixtures in the DC fundraising community, whether as a consultant working with hundreds of nonprofits in the DC metro area, as a vendor to charitable organizations, or as a donor who understands the value of the sector. The DC Chapter Advocates program offers year-long exposure, and opportunities to make meaningful connections with our members at our programs and events.

AFP DC AVOCATE BENEFITS

⌟ Company name and link included in one (1) dedicated email promoting AFP DC’s top supporters sent to full member and non-member list

⌟ Two (2) tickets to National Capital Philanthropy Celebration luncheon in November

⌟ One (1) invitation to AFP DC’s summer Sunset Social and Holiday Reception

⌟ One (1) complimentary registration to three education sessions

⌟ Recognition at Annual Meeting/Holiday Reception (logo projected on screen)

⌟ Opportunity to serve as guest blogger in one issue of AFP

⌟ Recognition in one month’s issue of AFP DConnection

⌟ Company name on AFP DC website “Support” page

Chapter Program Sponsorship Opportunities

EDUCATION SESSIONS
$6,000 for Series of Six Programs or $2,000 Per Session

The six annual core education programs offered each year form the bulk of AFP DC’s educational outreach to the fundraising community, and are part of our core mission. Session topics are carefully chosen by the Education Committee from among numerous proposals submitted for review. Each session offers an opportunity to hear from one or more expert speakers, on average, draw 40+ people, and are open to members and non-members alike. Speakers range from nationally known best-practice experts in the field of fundraising, to local practitioners from member organizations who share their ideas and first-hand knowledge.

⌟ Logo and link on all electronic communications promoting programs
⌟ Logo on event materials
⌟ One complimentary registration per session
⌟ Acknowledgement from the podium at each session
⌟ Opportunity for company representative to make welcoming remarks at each session

ADVANCED EXECUTIVES PROGRAM
$6,000 (Reserved for 2019)

The three annual Advanced Executives programs are open to members and non-members who have been in the philanthropy field for 10+ years, and many in attendance are C-suite level executives with 20+ years of experience. The topics are chosen by the Advanced Executives committee, which is made up of individuals at the pinnacle of their fundraising careers, to be relevant to those with budgetary authority, provide strategic guidance and direction to their organizations, and those who manage other fundraisers, fundraising programs, and operations. Average attendance at each session is 40 people.

⌟ Logo and link on all electronic communications promoting programs

⌟ One complimentary registration per program

⌟ Acknowledgement from the podium at each program

⌟ Opportunity for company representative to make welcoming remarks at each session

WEBINAR SERIES
$5,000 (Reserved for 2019)

To provide greater access to educational opportunities, the DC Chapter offers three webinars each year. These sessions are free to our members, and offer key insights on fundraising best-practices and typically cover topics including board development, prospecting, relationship building and more.

⌟ Assistance in content creation

⌟ Content creation and ability to present (pending AFP DC education committee content approval)

⌟ Logo and link on all electronic communications promoting webinars and sent following the session

⌟ Logo on webinar during session

DIVERSITY DIALOGUES PROGRAM
$3,000 Exclusive Sponsor (Reserved for 2019)

AFP DC is committed to diversity as a core value, and makes every effort to present a variety of learning and engagement opportunities to meet the needs of our diverse and growing membership. To this end, the Chapter is proud to host two annual Diversity Dialogues events that are designed to help fundraisers learn about and master issues related to diversity in the field of nonprofit organizational resource development. Diversity Dialogues speakers and panelists address issues such as inclusiveness in the workforce, how to build board, donor and prospect diversity, and management’s role in encouraging inclusivity.

⌟ Logo and link on all electronic communications promoting program

⌟ Logo on event materials and signage at event

⌟ One complimentary registration

⌟ Acknowledgement from the podium at the event

⌟ Opportunity for company representative to make welcoming remarks at each session

Networking/Event Sponsorship Opportunities

ANNUAL MEMBER MEETING & HOLIDAY RECEPTION
$7,500

AFP DC’s December Annual Member Meeting & Holiday Reception is also our main volunteer recognition event of the year. With well over 100 attendees, this event combines networking, recognition and a short business meeting.

⌟ Logo and link on all electronic communications promoting reception

⌟ Logo on event flyer and signage at event

⌟ Acknowledgement from the podium at the reception

⌟ Acknowledgement from the podium at each session

⌟ Opportunity for company representative to make welcoming remarks

SUNSET SOCIAL
$5,000

The member reception in June is a well-established annual networking opportunity that brings together seasoned professionals with younger members in the field. With over 100 attendees, the Sunset Social offers sponsors the chance to engage DC’s top fundraisers in a festive gathering.

⌟ Logo and link on all electronic communications promoting reception

⌟ Logo on all marketing materials and signage at event

⌟ One complimentary registration to the reception

⌟ Acknowledgement from the podium at the reception

⌟ Opportunity for company representative to make welcoming remarks

AFP INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE “ICON” RECEPTION
$5,000 (April 15–17, 2019, New Orleans, LA) (Reserved for 2019)

This is an exclusive reception for AFP DC Chapter members attending the AFP International Conference.

⌟ Public acknowledgement of sponsorship at event

⌟ Opportunity for company representative to make welcoming remarks

⌟ Sponsor logo on one-time email invitation to AFP DC Chapter members

⌟ Logo on event signage

FUNDRAISING BROWN BAG SERIES (FB2)
$1,500

Fundraising professionals at all experience levels are welcome at this free monthly event, which draws up to 30 attendees for each session. Over lunch, participants discuss topics that are relevant to them in a less structured, free-flowing environment. This program often appeals to individuals early in their professional fundraising career; those who may not yet belong to a professional fundraising organization; and those who have never attended fee-based educational program. Multiple sponsorships available.

2019 topics include:

⌟ Anticipating the Fundraising Landscape in 2019

⌟ Lessons Learned from Attending Professional Conferences

⌟ Engaging Supporters in Long Term Campaigns

AFFINITY GROUPS

Affinity Groups provide AFP members and other fundraising professionals with additional opportunities to network with individuals from a particular affinity group or geographical area who share similar job responsibilities, challenges, and perspectives. Our Affinity Groups offer a broad range of activities and there are several sponsorship opportunities available within each group:

⌟ African-American Affinity Group — $5,000

⌟ Thought Leaders Affinity Group — $5,000

⌟ Young Professionals Affinity Group — $2,500

⌟ Consultants Affinity Group — $1,500

⌟ LGBT Affinity Group — $1,000

⌟ Northern Virginia Affinity Group — $1,000

⌟ AFP Arts Fundraisers Brown Bag — $1,000

⌟ Law & Justice Affinity Group — $750

National Capital Philanthropy Celebration Opportunities

NCPC is the AFP DC Chapter’s annual celebration of philanthropy and is held in mid-November each year. The events include a luncheon to honor the top philanthropist and top fundraiser of the year where we expect more than 250 attendees as well as a Day of Service that brings fundraisers together in support of one area nonprofit.

PLATINUM SPONSOR: $10,000

Unique opportunity limited to one sponsor

⌟ (2) Reserved Tables in Preferred Location for 10 with signage (20 Tickets)

⌟ Prominent recognition as Platinum Sponsor in all event materials (including invitation if received by October 1

⌟ Opportunity to make welcoming remarks at luncheon and recognition from the podium during the event

⌟ One full-page ad on the inside cover of the event program for your company’s use

⌟ Company logo highlighted in program book and displayed on screen during Luncheon

⌟ One-time use of AFP DC member mailing list for direct mail correspondence

⌟ Recognition in October and November AFP DConnection (e-newsletter with distribution to over 1,000)

⌟ Use of NCPC logo for use on your company website (AFP DC toprovide)

⌟ Company logo placed on AFP DC website, highlighted as Platinum Sponsor

GOLD SPONSOR: $7,500

⌟ (1) Reserved Table in Preferred Location for 10 with signage

⌟ One half-page ad in event program for your company’s use

⌟ Recognition from the podium during the event

⌟ Company logo listed on NCPC Invitation (if received by October 1)

⌟ Company logo highlighted in NCPC program book and displayed on screen during NCPC Ceremony

⌟ One-time use of AFP DC member mailing list for direct mail correspondence

⌟ Recognition in October and November AFP DConnection (e-newsletter with distribution to over 1,000)

⌟ Use of NCPC logo for use on your company website (AFP DC to provide)
⌟ Company logo placed on AFP DC website, highlighted as NCPC Gold Sponsor

SILVER SPONSOR: $5,000

⌟ (1) Reserved Table for 10 with signage

⌟ One quarter-page ad in event program for your company’s use

⌟ Recognition from the podium during the event

⌟ Company logo listed on NCPC Invitation (if received by October 1)

⌟ Company logo highlighted in NCPC program book and displayed on screen during the Luncheon

⌟ Recognition in October and November AFP DConnection (e-newsletter with distribution to over 1,000)

⌟ Use of National Capital Philanthropy Day logo for use on your company website (AFP DC to provide)

⌟ Company logo placed on AFP DC website, highlighted as Silver Sponsor

BRONZE SPONSOR: $3,500

⌟ (1) Reserved Table for 10 with signage

⌟ Company name listed on Invitation (if received by October 1)

⌟ Company name listed on AFP DC website, highlighted as National Capital Philanthropy Day Bronze Sponsor

⌟ Company logo highlighted in NCPC program book and displayed on screen during the Luncheon

⌟ Recognition in October and November AFP DConnection (e-newsletter with distribution to over 1,000)

ADVOCATE: $1,000

⌟ Company name and link included in one (1) dedicated email promoting AFP DC’s top supporters sent to full member and non-member list

⌟ Two (2) tickets to National Capital Philanthropy Celebration luncheon in November

⌟ One (1) invitation to AFP DC’s summer Sunset Social and Holiday Reception

⌟ One (1) complimentary registration to three education sessions

⌟ Recognition at Annual Meeting/Holiday Reception (logo projected on screen)

⌟ Opportunity to serve as guest blogger in one issue of AFP DConnection

⌟ Recognition in one month’s issue of AFP DConnection

⌟ Company name on AFP DC website “Support” page

Bridge Conference Sponsorship Opportunities

AFP DC’s premiere conference, the annual Bridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising Conference, is produced jointly by AFP DC and Direct Marketing Association of Washington each year. Held at the Gaylord Hotel at National Harbor in the summer, Bridge reaches over 2,100 attendees annually. Sponsorships range from $1,500 on up.

Below is a partial list of sponsorship opportunities. For a complete list and to discuss availability, please contact info@bridgeconf.org or call 703-547-1907.

⌟ Custom — $20,000+

⌟ Badge Wallet Sponsor — $18,500

⌟ Wi-Fi Sponsor — $17,500

⌟ Opening General Session Sponsor — $15,000

⌟ Charging Station Sponsor — $12,00

⌟ Lunch Sponsor — $12,000

⌟ Network Reception Sponsor — $11,000

⌟ Closing General Session Sponsor — $10,000

⌟ VIP Reception Sponsor — $9,500

⌟ Hospitality Welcome Box Sponsor — $9,500

⌟ Registration Sponsor — $8,500

⌟ Refreshment Break Sponsor — $6,250

⌟ Early Morning Coffee Sponsor — $5,250

⌟ Education Track Sponsor — $5,000

⌟ Meet the Experts! Sponsor — $3,000

⌟ Raffle Sponsor — $2,000

⌟ Friend Sponsor — $1,500

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Diversity & Inclusion
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Professional Development
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Research
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