2018 Event & Program

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sustain Dane is the sustainability organization of Dane County. We believe change happens when inspired people take action. We partner with sustainability champions who want to transform Dane County into a healthy, thriving place for everyone.

Updated 4/26/18

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2018 Event & Program Sponsorship Opportunities

Table of Contents Organizational Core Mission Support | Page 3 The Sustain Dane Summit | Page 4 Adult Swim: Sustainability Sideshow | Page 5 MPower Business Champion Program | Page 6 Sustainable Business Network | Page 7 The Megaphone | Page 8 Giving Days | Page 9 Sponsorship Form | Page 10 Thank you to our 2017 Sponsors | Page 11

Please contact Jessie Lerner at Jessie@sustaindane.org with questions on these sponsorship opportunities or to explore additional pathways to help further our mission.

STAFF Jessie Lerner Executive Director Amy Kesling Organizational Development Stacie Reece Sustainable Business Initiative Gloria Castillo Sustainable Communities Initiative Lucille Marshall Communications Tyler Logan Operations

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Robin Lisowski, WECC Dave Benforado, MGE Jim Bradley, Home Savings Bank Karen Crossley, Morgridge Center for Public Service Jordan Hemaidan, Michael Best & Friedrich Annette Miller, EQT By Design Leslie Orrantia, UW- Madison Angela Pakes, UW-Madison Erik Ranheim, UW Health Mark Richardson, GigBlender Ben Schmidt, Urban Land Interests Steve Whayland, DC Engineering

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Organizational Core Mission Support What: Be a rock for Sustain Dane’s continued success and growth. Ensure the long-term viability of all of Sustain Dane’s programs by contributing to our Core Mission Support. Every program and event relies on human resources, program management, communication efforts, board recruitment and management, fund development, and marketing to succeed. Core Mission Support allows us to explore new program areas and evaluate our current efforts to ensure we are meeting the needs of our community. Your support will ensure the stability and growth of Sustain Dane’s future, securing the organization-wide expansion necessary to achieve our vision on the greatest scale possible. Core Mission Support begins at the $2,500 level. Why Sponsor: - Make a far-reaching impact, supporting all of Sustain Dane’s programs, events, and operations - Establish your organization as a lifelong partner with Sustain Dane - Become a catalyst for expansion of Sustain Dane’s capacity for expansive, effective programming - Make an investment in our mission to achieve a strong community, just economy, and healthy planet - Be recognized for your support of Sustain Dane - All donations are tax-deductible

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The Sustain Dane Summit (formerly Badger Bioneers) Presented in partnership with the UW-Madison Office of Sustainability What: A nationally connected, cross-sector sustainability event for the Greater Madison Region. Now in its ninth year, this annual conference has become an unparalleled forum for sustainability leaders to connect, share ideas, and learn new skills to lead and inspire change. When & Where: Novemeber 2, 2018 | UW-Madison Anticipated Audience: 250+ attendees Professionals, leaders, activists & innovators Estimated 7,000+ social media impressions and 5,250+ email impressions Why Sponsor: - Elevate your organization as a thought leader in sustainability innovation locally and nationally - Gain business development and marketing as leader in sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility - Participate alongside conference goers in meaningful learning, networking, and discussion - Be visible through extensive print and online promotions, media attention, and high-traffic exhibit tables - Be recognized for your support of Sustain Dane - All donations are tax-deductible *Media sponsorship opportunities available **For maximum recognition, secure your sponsorship by August 1, 2018 ***To be included in printed program, secure your sponsorship by October 1, 2018

1Limited availability on a first-to-secure basis. 2Final content and timing approved in collaboration with Sustain Dane. 3Opportunity to include brief remarks and image in post-event report.

4Parking pass guaranteed until 9/1/18

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Adult Swim: Sustainability Sideshow 2018 Presented in partnership with the Madison Children’s Museum What: An annual joint fundraiser and community event to highlight the fun, light-hearted side of sustainability. Featuring green-themed carnival games, a trashion show, local food, and up-cycled crafts, this event is one of a kind! Sponsorship for this event supports both Sustain Dane and the Madison Children’s Museum. When & Where: April 6, 2018 | 6-10pm Madison Children’s Museum Anticipated Audience: 500+ in attendance Estimated 10,000+ online and media impressions Why Sponsor: - Be associated with a quirky, fun brand geared toward a young, engaged adult audience - Be associated with sustainability, community-based charitable events, & social engagement in the Madison area - Be visible through print and online promotions and media attention - Be recognized for your support of Sustain Dane and the Madison Children’s Museum - All donations are tax-deductible *Media sponsorship opportunities available **Secure your sponsorship by February 1, 2018 and/or February 1, 2019 for maximum PR opportunities

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MPower Business Champion Program 2018-2019 Presented in partnership with the City of Madison & MGE What: A proven, nationally recognized, one-year, hands-on program for area organizations to become more sustainable. Participants form a strategic “Green Team” that designs, implements, and measures at least 5 sustainability initiatives. Sustain Dane facilitates the program by providing coaching, education, resource matching, press and marketing, and accountability. When & Where: Program begins Spring 2018. Major milestones include: • Program Intro & The Natural Step Workshop | April 2018 • Monthly Sustainability Sessions | Goodman Community Center (8 Total) • Champions’ Public Showcase | January 2018 • Champions’ Celebration | Spring 2018 Why Sponsor: - Position your org at forefront of sustainability & corporate social responsibility at local and national levels - Demonstrate to the broader community that your organization makes results like these possible - Gain B2B development, especially for “green” vendors and service providers - Engage captive audience of local professionals connected to key decision makers in their organizations - Ensure program fees remain affordable so participation is accessible to all - Be visible through extensive print and online promotions, public events, media attention, and more - All donations are tax-deductible *Secure by Spring 2018 for maximum PR; by December 2018 to ensure MPower Public Showcase recognition

1Limited 2 sponsors per session, availability on a first-to-secure basis. 2Final content and timing approved in collaboration with Sustain Dane.

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Sustainable Business Network 2018 What: The Sustainable Business Network is a membership-based group of regional business leaders who care about social, environmental, and economic sustainability. The network creates opportunities to integrate social and environmental responsibility into business practices, develop professionally, and support the economic vitality and quality of life in the Madison Region. The Sustainable Business Network (SBN) convenes at quarterly breakfast meetings, which feature peer-to-peer sharing of best practices, current information and expert resources, and skill-building opportunities. SBN members have discounted and priority access to workshops like Step Up: Equity Matters and free and priority access to the MPower Sustainability Sessions. When & Where: Quarterly Breakfast Meetings January 24, April 25, July 25 & October 24 | Goodman Community Center | 7:30 - 9:30AM Anticipated Audience: The Sustainable Business Network has over 90 local member organizations from 20+ unique sectors Why Sponsor: - Showcase your org’s leadership in cultivating a strong community of sustainable business professionals - Excellent opportunity for business development and networking - Be recognized for your support of Sustain Dane - All donations are tax-deductible

*Each meeting is limited to 2 meeting sponsors and 1 coffee sponsor.

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The Megaphone 2018

Presented in partnership with Living in Balance Madison What: We believe in the power of our stories to inspire change. The Megaphone aims to be a powerful community platform that provides the space and tools to craft and share our stories; people from different backgrounds, races, age, gender and geographies that are working on and want to inspire others to build a more sustainable and inclusive community. Sustain Dane and local storytelling artists from The Moth will offer two workshops to provide practical tools on the art of storytelling. The program will culminate in a public Story Slam to share these stories with the community. A few impactful stories will be filmed, and these 2+ videos will be shared widely through multiple community platforms, inspiring more people across our region and beyond. We expect to expand the Megaphone with additional programs and more robust online platforms throughout 2018. When & Where: January – February 2018 | Center for Resilient Cities Why Sponsor: - Help to break down barriers and elevate diverse voices within the local sustainability movement - Contribute to building an inclusive and united sustainability movement - Showcase your organization’s values by supporting an innovative and creative program - Make it possible to for participation to be free and accessible to all members of the community - Be visible through print and online promotions and media attention - Be recognized for your support of Sustain Dane - All donations are tax-deductible

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Giving Days 2018 What: Sustain Dane participates in two community-wide Giving Days each year. The Big Share is an online day of giving hosted by Community Shares of Wisconsin for nearly 70 local nonprofits. Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. As a sponsor of a Giving Day, your organization will sponsor a “Matching Hour” throughout the day. Your gift will match donations from community members up to your sponsorship amount during one hour of the day. When: The Big Share on March 6, 2018 & Giving Tuesday on November 27, 2018 Anticipated Audience: Estimated 4,000+ social media impressions and 5,250+ email impressions Why Sponsor: - Contribute to community-wide movement for philanthropy and generosity - Elevate your organization as a leader in sustainability in a high-publicity campaign - Maximize your support of Sustain Dane; your matching hour will encourage others to donate - Spread the spirit of giving and showcase your values to your employees and community - Help build a more sustainable future for our region and beyond by supporting Sustain Dane - Be visible through print and online promotions and media attention - All donations are tax-deductible

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Sustain Dane 2018 Sponsorship Form Thank you for supporting Sustain Dane as a sponsor! Please complete this form to indicate which programs and at which levels your organization would like to sponsor. Completed forms may be sent to Lucille at lucy@sustaindane.org. Please contact us at (608)819-0689 with any questions. Organization: _____________________________________________________________________

Name of main contact: __________________ Name of financial coordinator: __________________

Phone: __________________ Phone: __________________ Email: __________________ Email: __________________

Organizational Core Mission Support Begins at the $2,500 level

Amount: $________

The Sustain Dane Summit Yahara ($7,500) Mendota ($5,000) Monona ($2,500) Kegonsa ($1,000) Waubesa ($500) Wingra ($250)

Adult Swim: Sustainability Sideshow

Big Top ($2,500) Fun House ($1,000) Midway ($500) Carousel ($250)

MPower Business Champions

Executive ($10,000+) Amount: $________

Director ($5,000) Supporter ($2,500) Friend ($1,000)

Sustainable Business Network

4 Meeting Sponsor ($2,500) 1 Meeting Sponsor ($1,000) Coffee Sponsor ($250)

Step Up: Equity Matters

Program Sponsor ($2,500) Single Session Sponsor ($1,000)

The Megaphone

Featured Program + Video ($2,500)

Full Program ($1,000) Story Slam Event Only ($250)

Giving Days

The Big Share - March 6 o Visionary ($2,500) o Innovator ($1,000) o Steward ($500) o Leader ($250)

Giving Tuesday - November 27 o Visionary ($2,500) o Innovator ($1,000) o Steward ($500) o Leader ($250)

Total amount in sponsorship: $____________

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