Pridefest Sponsors

additional ames pridefest partners

ames public library (3)

Partnership on an event does not constitute Ames Public Library’s endorsement of the content or views expressed by participants.

ames convention & visitors bureau

(2) Numbers after sponsor/partner names represent the number of years of sponsorship/partnership.

ultraviolet

Stage naming rights with name/logo prominently displayed (limit 2 sponsors)
Named as a partner sponsor of Ames Pridefest on all materials
Extra large logo on AmesPride.org linked to website/social media
Extra large logo on print program
Bi-weekly social media posts
Named in all press releases
2 Commercial booth spaces at event with premium visibility
2 day-of on-stage announcement from sponsor representative

$7,500+

PRODUCE PRIDE

sapphire

Named as a partner sponsor of Ames Pridefest on all materials
Large logo on AmesPride.org linked to website/social media
Large logo on print program
Bi-weekly social media posts
Named in all press releases
1 Commercial booth space at event with premium visibility
1 day-of on-stage announcement from sponsor representative

$5,000+

DEVELOP PRIDE

collegiate united methodist church & wesley foundation (2)

"Collegiate/Wesley wants to support the LGBTQIA+ community as well as share a message of inclusive religious community."

measure, inc.

"We want to help Ames Pridefest grow as well as build visual awareness among the community and region in order to help the LGBTQIA community continue to gain acceptance and respect."

emerald

Medium logo on AmesPride.org linked to website/social media
Medium logo on print program
Monthly social media posts
Named in all press releases
1 Commercial booth space at event
1 day-of on-stage announcement from Ames Pride staff

$2,500+

BUILD PRIDE

gold

Small logo on AmesPride.org linked to website/social media
Small logo on print program
Shout out on social media
1 Commercial booth space at event

$1,000+

CELEBRATE PRIDE

prints copy center (3)

munn woods studio (2)

"Because I want to be a part of an event that makes all members of my community proud and strong to be who they are."

collegiate presbyterian church and the vine student ministry (2)

"We believe that all people are beloved children of God and that Christ's love is a gift for all to share in an environment of worship, freedom, and mutual support. We acknowledge that many LGBTQ persons have experienced pain from the teachings of some churches. We seek to offer hope, love, and acceptance where there has been rejection. God is love. You are loved."

isu vp for diversity & inclusion

"It's a great cause to promote diversity and inclusion in Ames."

bankers trust

"Bankers Trust has a longstanding and ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive culture and community. We seek diversity within our organization and celebrate in the communities we serve."

spark

Name listed on AmesPride.org
Name listed on print program
Spark and above are available for individuals, families, companies and organizations

$250+

IMPACT PRIDE

mark forbis (2)

ruby

Name listed on AmesPride.org
Only available for individuals/families. Companies and organizations are ineligible.

$10+

SUPPORT PRIDE

alissa stoehr
in honor of my students

john grause
in memory of all those lost to AIDS

rose schares

ruby schares

in-kind

In addition to cash sponsorships, there are numerous ways you can participate through in-kind donations. The range of possibilities is wide-open. Only paid levels are shown above. All in-kind sponsorship levels will be negotiated and recognized separately. Below are some examples of past in-kind sponsorships.

Printing services
Donating profits from the sale of Pride-themed merchandise
Volunteer t-shirts
Catering for volunteers and entertainment
Discounted hotel rooms for entertainment

HELP OUT A FRIEND

specific sponsorship opportunities

Along with our general sponsorship levels, we have several specific requests we're looking to meet. You would be recognized specifically for sponsoring these items.

$2,500 for Interpreters (select Emerald or above)
Interpreters help make our festival more accessible for our community members. We will have interpreters available during our stage entertainment and for our educational programming.

$1,200 for Event Programs/Maps (select Gold or above)
To make navigating the festival easier and more interactive, we're looking to partner with PocketMaps, a queer-owned business that specializes in unique event maps. They have also agreed to give us a 20% discount.

$1,000 for our Volunteer Zone (select Gold or above)
Ames Pridefest wouldn't be possible without a huge team of awesome volunteers and we want to take care of and thank them for their hard work. This sponsorship would pay for meals and refreshments during the event.

$500 for Event Insurance (select Spark or above)
In order to protect our attendees and Ames Pride, we always carry event insurance during Ames Pridefest. Help us keep everyone safe at pridefest.

SPONSOR NOW

make a general donation

Your donation directly supports the mission of Ames Pride, including organizing Ames Pridefest.

Ames Pride is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded to promote community building among LGBTQIA+ individuals, to educate the community of issues affecting LGBTQIA+ people, and to facilitate an environment that values the intersectional identities of all people living in and around the City of Ames. We are committed to maintaining a community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person, fosters mutual respect among its directors and volunteers, encourages each individual to reach their own potential, and builds momentum for the equitable treatment of all people.

ames pridefest is the signature event sponsored and organized by Ames Pride. This event encourages the community to come together to support LGBTQIA+ people and families. As such, our pride festival event is an all-ages and family-friendly event. We hope that ames pridefest serves as a connection point between LGBTQIA+ people and the community that supports them.

right to refuse sponsor

Ames Pride reserves the right to reject a potential sponsor that does not meet the spirit of the mission and values of Ames Pride, its partners and ames pridefest. Under no circumstance can Ames Pride accept funding or donations directly from tobacco or alcohol companies. Companies that sell these products may be approved.