Dear Sponsors,
Thank you for your generous support of the Capital of New York State Black Expo! Your contribution is invaluable, and we appreciate your commitment to our mission.
Best regards,
Management
*Payment Instructions:*
To request an invoice & W9, kindly email us at cnysexpo@gmail.com.
- 1. *Checks:* – Please make all checks payable to *Mahogany Connections*. The mailing address for sending checks will be included in the invoice.
- 2. *ACH Payments:* – Instructuin will be included in invoice.
Our Vision:
To celebrate Black culture, community, and entrepreneurship, empowering individuals and fostering growth within the Capital Region.
Our Goal:
To provide a free and accessible experience for 3,500+ attendees, creating a vibrant hub for connection, learning, and celebration.
Your Impact:
By partnering with the Black Expo, you directly contribute to:
- Community Empowerment: Supporting local businesses, artists, and community organizations.
- Cultural Celebration: Showcasing the rich heritage and diversity of the Black community.
- Economic Development: Fostering entrepreneurship and creating opportunities for growth.
- Brand Visibility: Reaching a diverse and engaged audience through prominent event placement and marketing.
Suggested Sponsor Packages Below.
- Title Sponsor – $20,000
- Blue Bird Foundation Scholarships & Awards Luncheon – $10,000
- Platinum Sponsor – $5,000
- Gold Sponsor – $3,500
- Silver Sponsor – $2,500
WHAT DO YOUR SPONSORSHIPS PAY FOR:
- Waiving the door fee for 5,000+ attendees ensures accessibility for the entire community.
- Blue Bird Foundation Scholarship & Awards
- Stage Letters (Elevate the Experience)
- Benefits for Volunteer & Staff
- Branded event merchandise with sponsors logos
- Secure top-tier DJs and a dynamic host and Major Performing Artist.
TITLE SPONSOR: $20,000
Sponsorship Benefits:
- Inclusion in Major Media Campaigns (Radio or TV)
- Prominent logo placement and Recognition as “Gold Sponsor” on:
- Event Signage: At Entrances to ALL Events, on Stage Monitor and on event signage
- Digital Marketing: Website, Emails & Social Media
- Printed Marketing Materials: Posters, Flyers & Postcards
- Merchandise: T-shirts, Lanyards & Notepads
- Full-Page Ad in printed Program Booklet with Premium Placement
- Corporate Vendor Booth Space with Premium Placement on Cover
- Verbal recognition at Event
- Speaking opportunities for your organization
- Event Activation:
- Looking to do a special promotion?
- Put a car on the Expo Floor.
- Bring a team of promotional models and promote your product or service
- Let us know how we can accommodate your needs.
- Looking to do a special promotion?
- VIP Access to Main Event
- Complimentary Table for 8 at Scholarship Luncheon
BLUE BIRD FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP & AWARDS LUNCHEON SPONSOR: $10,000
Visually enhance the main stage with prominent event lettering.
- Prominent logo placement at Luncheon and Main Event with Recognition as “Luncheon Sponsor” on:
- Event Signage: At Luncheon entrance, on Stage Monitor and on event signage
- Digital Marketing: Website, Emails & Social Media
- Printed Marketing Materials: Posters, Flyers & Postcards
- Merchandise: T-shirts & Notepads
- Full-Page Ad in printed Program Booklet with Premium Placement on Cover
- Corporate Vendor Booth Space with Premium Placement
- Verbal recognition at Event
- Opportunities for your organization to Speak and/or Present Award
- Speaking opportunities for your organization
- Event Activation:
- Looking to do a special promotion?
- Put a car on the Expo Floor.
- Bring a team of promotional models and promote your product or service
- Let us know how we can accommodate your needs.
- Looking to do a special promotion?
- VIP Access to Main Event
- Complimentary Table for 8 at Scholarship Luncheon
PLATINUM SPONSOR: $5,000
Create branded merchandise to generate excitement and promote the Expo.
- Prominent logo placement as “Gold Sponsor” on:
- Event Signage: on event signage
- Digital Marketing: Website, Emails & Social Media
- Printed Marketing Materials: Posters, Flyers & Postcards
- Merchandise: T-shirts & Notepads
- Full-Page Ad in printed Program Booklet with Premium Placement
- Corporate Vendor Booth Space with Premium Placement
- Verbal recognition at Event
- Speaking opportunities for your organization
- Event Activation:
- Looking to do a special promotion?
- Put a car on the Expo Floor.
- Bring a team of promotional models and promote your product or service
- Let us know how we can accommodate your needs.
- Looking to do a special promotion?
- VIP Access to Main Event
- Complimentary Table for 8 at Scholarship Luncheon
GOLD SPONSOR: $3,500
- Prominent logo placement and Recognition as “Silver Sponsor” on:
- Event Signage: on event signage
- Digital Marketing: Website, Emails & Social Media
- Printed Marketing Materials: Posters, Flyers & Postcards
- Merchandise: T-shirts & Notepads
- Full-Page Ad in printed Program Booklet
- Corporate Vendor Booth Space with Premium Placement
- Verbal recognition at Event
- Speaking opportunities for your organization
- Event Activation:
- Looking to do a special promotion?
- Put a car on the Expo Floor.
- Bring a team of promotional models and promote your product or service
- Let us know how we can accommodate your needs.
- Looking to do a special promotion?
- VIP Access to Main Event
- 4 Complimentary Tickets to Scholarship Luncheon
SILVER SPONSOR: $1,500
- Prominent logo placement and Recognition as “General Sponsor” on:
- Event Signage: on event signage
- Digital Marketing: Website, Emails & Social Media
- Printed Marketing Materials: Posters, Flyers & Postcards
- Half-Page Ad in printed Program Booklet
- Standard Vendor Booth Space with Premium Placement
- Verbal recognition at Event
- Speaking opportunities for your organization
- VIP Access to Main Event
- 2 Complimentary Tickets to Scholarship Luncheon