BE A SPONSOR, PROMOTION OR MEDIA PARTNER

Unequivocally, Atlanta, Georgia has the largest African-American Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual and Transgender (GLBT) population in the country.  During Labor Day Weekend, Atlanta hosts more than 100,000 African-American same gender loving individuals who come from across the country to celebrate life, love, unity and pride. For the past several years Atlanta, GA has played host to thousands of visitors attending Atlanta’s Black Gay Pride Weekend, producing some of the most spectacular events, all designed to empower and entertain attendees. Beginning Wednesday, September 1, 2010 – Monday, September 6, 2010, attendees from across the country will convene in the city of Atlanta to participate in events and activities that impact and influence the GLBT community. As part of the weekend celebration, we have partnered with HIV/AIDS organizations that consistently work toward developing programs and initiatives to decrease the spread of HIV/AIDS in the African-American community.  HIV/AIDS is the second leading cause of death among African-American males and females ages 18-44. 20,000,000 Twenty Million!: The GLBT population of the US numbers approximately 20 million, METRO ATLANTA has one of the largest GLBT populations in the nation! (2000 US Census). $641,000,000,000: Current GLBT Buying power. of $641 Billion a year, expected to grow to $835 Billion by 2011 (Witeck Combs, 1/25/07) Previous Sponsors: Avis Rental Car, Delta, Orbitz, WET, Here TV, The Renaissance, The Sheraton, The Clubhouse, W Hotels, Jason’s Deli, Pulse Magazine, Clik Magazine 2007 Media and Promotional Partners: Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC), David/Southern Voice, Clik Magazine, Bleu Magazine, Flava Life Magazine, Pulse Magazine, G Life Magazine, T. Jones Photography, No Labelz Magazine, KK Productions, Strongarm Entertainment Group (Detroit), DC202.com, Fire Island Blackout, What’sTheT.com 2008 Non Profit Organization Collaboration: The Vision Community Foundation, Atlanta Georgia, HIV AIDS, Homeless, Youth and Women Initiative

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting Sponsor

1. Category exclusivity
2. Print* - Brand logo inclusion on all print Marketing/Advertisement materials over 15-week period – Handbills qty. 20,000
3. Signage – Prominent banner and signage at all events, including host hotel, event venues, concert stages, etc.
4. Website Advertising – Banner presence on event website, receiving more than 50,000 hits weekly over a 15-week period; hyperlink to company website. Additional 30 days following event (website listing).
5. Complimentary Vendor set-up at host hotel and event venues (Optional).
6. Merchandising – Brand logo displayed on promotional items and product placement in attendee gift bags.
7. VIP Passes – 8 Pair of Complimentary VIP passes.
8. Email Blasts – a total of 15 email blasts over 15-week promotional period to more than 20,000 addresses.
9. Full Page Company Ad in 2008 Pride Guide ($1,500 Value) distributed to more than 20,000 readers.
10. Inclusion in (10) 10-second radio ads for a four (4) week period (V-103,107.9 FM)

Title Sponsor

1.  Title sponsorship exclusivity
2. Print* - Brand logo inclusion on all print Marketing/Advertisement materials over a 10-week period – Handbills qty. 20,000
3. Signage – Prominent banner and signage at all events, including host hotel, event venues, concert stages, etc.
4. Website Advertising – Banner presence on event website, receiving more than 50,000 hits weekly over a 10 week period; hyperlink to company website.
5. Complimentary vendor set-up at host hotel and events.
6. Merchandising – Brand logo displayed on all promotional items and product placement in attendee gift bags.
7. VIP Passes – 5 Pair of Complimentary VIP passes.
8. Email Blast – a total of 10 email blasts over a 10-week promotional period to more than 20,000 addresses.
9. Half Page Company ad in 2008 Pride Guide ($750.00 Value) distributed to more than 20,000 readers.
10. Inclusion in (5) 10-second radio ads for a four (4) week period (V-103/ 107.9FM).

Atlanta Pride Weekend Customized Level

We understand your companies unique marketing objectives which may require a Customized Sponsorship Package…

1. Print* - Brand logo inclusion on all print Marketing/Advertisement over a 5-week period – Handbills qty. 20,000
2. Signage – Banner and signage at all events, including host hotel and event venues.
3. Website Advertising – Banner presence on event website, receiving more than 50,000 hits weekly over a 5-week period; hyperlink to company website.
4. Complimentary Vendor set-up at host hotel (Optional).
5. Merchandising – Brand logo displayed on promotional items and product placement in attendee gift bags.
6. VIP Passes –  Complimentary VIP passes.
7. Quarter Page ad in 2008 Pride Guide ($250.00 value) distributed to more than 20,000 readers.
8. Email Blast – a total of 8 email blasts over an 8-week promotional period to more than 20,000 addresses.
9. Company included in list of sponsors in 2008 Pride Guide distributed to more than 20,000 readers.

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