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NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME CONGRESS
48TH ANNUAL CONVENTION | JUNE 25 – 28, 2020 | NEW ORLEANS, LA
The National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) is the
oldest national organization dedicated to an improved
world for individuals with Down syndrome. Annually we
host the largest gathering single-disability convention in
the world!
JOIN OUR EFFORTS TO EDUCATE, ADVOCATE, EMPOWER, AND INSPIRE
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GIFTS to EDUCATE Our Convention offers a wide variety of workshops, sharing sessions, and specialized tracks for learning the latest from the best experts in the Down syndrome community. In addition to the general convention, we present our Youth &Adults (with Down syndrome), Brothers & Sisters, and Educators conferences concurrently, while also offering pre-conferences. There is something for everyone, covering topics across the lifespan. Add your presence and engage with this broad audience.
GIFTS to ADVOCATE NDSC is unmatched in the work our Policy & Advocacy Team affects in Washington. They skills knock down barriers, uphold rights, and assure that people with Down syndrome have the same access to opportunities as everyone else. At the convention, our team connects with the Down syndrome community on a grassroots level and equips families with advocacy they can use anywhere.
GIFTS to EMPOWER & INSPIRE From keynote presentations to social gatherings, the excitement under one roof is exhilarating. Seeing the potential for individuals with Down syndrome makes every attendee leave feeling empowered. Place your brand in front of our inspired participants.
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PARTNER with us in NEW ORLEANS in June of 2020, where we will be bringing our extra gifts to the BIG EASY!
NDSC INSPIRES GREATNESS The NDSC Convention is the largest gathering in the world for people with
Down syndrome, their families, and the professionals and experts that
serve the community.
3,800 + Participants
48 States 19 Countries
6 Continents
125 + Experts
Hear What Our Sponsors and Attendees Are Saying
General Convention Sponsorships Big Easy
$50,000 Fat City $35,000
Cajun $20,000
Bayou $10,000
Creole $5,000
French Quarter $2,500
PRE-CONVENTION NDSC Convention Website
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Convention Website Sponsor Section Website Link Website Link Website Link Website Link Website Link Website Link
NDSC Socials: FB, IG, Twitter 3 3 2 2 2 1
Targeted Email to Registered Attendees 2 1 1
NDSC Convention News Emails Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo AT THE CONVENTION
Attendee Tote Bag Logo
Executive Suite - 4 nights 1 2-minute Promotional Video
(Subject to NDSC Approval) 1
Meeting Space 1 Full Day 1/2 Day 90 Minutes
Mobile App Banner 72 Hours 12 Hours 8 Hours 4 Hours 2 Hours 2 Hours
Mobile App Push Notification 5 4 3 2 1 1
Item Inserted in Tote Bag 3 2 1 1
Convention App Activity Wall 6 (2 pre) 4 4 2 2 1 NDSC Socials: FB, IG, Twitter 4 1 1
Saturday Night Gala 20 10 8 6 4 2 Exhibit Table (sponsor area) 2 2 1 1 1 1
General Convention Registration 6 5 4 3 2 1
Souvenir Journal Ad (All Ads are Black & White)
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quarter page
Convention Sponsor Signage Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo Opening Plenary Big Screen Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo
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NDSC Socials: FB, IG, Twitter 2 2 1 1 1 1
Down Syndrome News (electronic and printed versions)
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Attended by 1100+ people, this is the Saturday night culminating the event. Includes a plated dinner, cash bars, entertainment, and program.
• Three (3) pre-convention emails to attendees denoting sponsorship • Your company name and/or logo as Saturday Night Gala sponsor, projected throughout the room during the event, on
signage at the entrance to the room, on bars, and next to the event listing in the Souvenir Journal • Two-minute promotional video to be shown at the Saturday Night Gala (Subject the NDSC Approval) • An Executive Suite at the host hotel for Four (4) nights • Banner Ad on convention mobile app for the duration of the gala and six (6) additional hours throughout the convention • Combination of five (5) posts on NDSC’s social media outlets such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter • Two (2) push notifications on the convention mobile app • Three (3) tables of ten (10) at the Saturday Night Gala, with priority table placement and table sponsorship denoted. Attendee gifts • Three (3) items in the attendee tote bag • One (1) two-page spread plus One (1) full-page ad in the Souvenir Journal • Six (6) general convention registrations • One (1) exhibit table in the sponsor area • Your company logo on the official attendee tote bag (print deadline applies)
“Boogie & Beads” – The NDSC 321 Dance $25,000 Limit 1
The NDSC Convention would not be complete without a dance or two! On Friday night, immediately following the Opening Plenary, all attendees dance the night away at the specially themed NDSC’s 321 Dance!. This is a highlight of the convention!
• Two (2) pre-convention emails to attendees denoting sponsorship • Your company name and/or logo as NDSC’s Boogie & Beads 321 Dance! sponsor projected throughout the room during the
event, signage at the entrance to dance, on bars, and next to the event listing in the Souvenir Journal • Opportunity to talk about the dance from the podium at the completion of the Plenary Session • Banner Ad on convention mobile app for the duration of dance and four (4) additional hours throughout the convention • Combination of four (4) posts on NDSC’s social media outlets such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter • Two (2) push notification on the convention mobile app • One (1) table of ten (10) at the Saturday Night Gala, with priority table placement and seating • Two (2) items in the attendee tote bag • One (1) two-page spread ad in the Souvenir Journal • Five (5) general convention registrations • One (1) exhibit table in the sponsor area
Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball $50,000 Limit 1
Are you looking for something more than a General Convention Sponsorship? Glance below at our unique naming opportunities, which provide a more targeted audience for your
NDSC partnership, and elevates your marketing objectives with a more dynamic and interactive presence throughout the convention.
The annual Youth & Adults Conference includes up to 400 individuals with DS and is considered the heart and soul of the convention. The three days of programming are designed to be an interactive, enriching, and empowering experience for self-advocates ages 15 and older. This event is supported by over 100 volunteers.
• Pre-convention email to Youth & Adult Conference attendees denoting sponsorship • Your company name and/or logo as Youth & Adult Conference sponsor projected throughout the room during the conference,
on signage at the entrance to the room and next to the event listing in the Souvenir Journal • Opportunity to welcome attendees and volunteers from the podium at the kick-off party • Banner Ad on convention mobile app for 4 hours throughout the convention • Combination of three (3) posts on NDSC’s social media outlets such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter • Two (2) push notification on the convention mobile app • One (1) table of ten (10) at the Saturday Night Gala, with priority table placement and table signage • One (1) item in Youth & Adult Conference attendee drawstring bag • Two (2) full-page ads in the Souvenir Journal • Four (4) general convention registrations • One (1) exhibit table in the sponsor area
BROTHERS & SISTERS CONFERENCE $20,000 Limit 1
This conference is just for siblings of individuals with Down syndrome. Up to 200 rising 4th graders through 12th graders will attend and have the opportunity to ask, and talk through, the tough questions, and to receive support from older siblings who have already navigated the same issues.
• Pre-convention email to Brothers & Sisters Conference attendees denoting sponsorship • Your company name and/or logo as Brothers & Sisters Conference sponsor projected throughout the room during the
conference, on signage at the entrance to the room and next to the event listing in the Souvenir Journal • Opportunity to welcome attendees and volunteers from the podium at the kick-off party • Banner Ad on convention mobile app for 4 hours throughout the convention • Combination of three (3) posts on NDSC’s social media outlets such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter • One (1) push notification on the convention mobile app • One (1) table of ten (10) at the Saturday Night Gala, with priority table placement and signage • One (1) item in Brothers & Sisters Conference attendee drawstring bag • Two (2) full-page ads in the Souvenir Journal • Four (4) general convention registrations • One (1) exhibit table in the sponsor area
YOUTH & ADULTS CONFERENCE $20,000 Limit 1
KIDS’ CAMP $25,000 Limit 1 Kids' Camp is one of the most coveted segments of the convention for attendees traveling with their families. Kids' Camp registers 150 children during 5 separate sessions and always has a waitlist. The camp engages and entertains children with age-appropriate activities while parents attend workshops.
• Pre-convention email to Kids’ Camp families denoting sponsorship • Your company name and/or logo as Kids’ Camp sponsor on signage at the entrance to the room and next to the event listing in
the Souvenir Journal • Your company logo printed on all camper t-shirts • Banner Ad on convention mobile app for 4 hours throughout the convention • Combination of tour (4) posts on NDSC’s social media outlets such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter • Two (2) push notification on the convention mobile app • One (1) table of ten (10) at the Saturday Night Gala, with priority table placement and signage • One (1) item in Youth & Adult Conference attendee drawstring bag • Two (2) full-page ads in the Souvenir Journal • Four (4) general convention registrations • One (1) exhibit table in the sponsor area
EDUCATOR CONFERENCE $20,000
The NDSC’s Center for Outreach & Education will provide hundreds of teachers, para-professionals, school administrators and interventionists with tools to help navigate inclusive classrooms. This hands-on, interactive training is essential to the successful inclusion of all students with disabilities. Thousands of students with special needs have the potential to flourish with the information provided in this one-day training.
• Pre-convention email to all Educator Conference attendees denoting sponsorship • Your company name and/or logo as Educator Conference sponsor projected throughout the room during the conference, on
signage at the entrance to the room and next to the event listing in the Souvenir Journal • Opportunity to welcome attendees from the podium at the start of the program • Banner Ad on convention mobile app for four (4) hours throughout the convention • Combination of three (3) posts on NDSC’s social media outlets such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter • Two (2) push notification on the convention mobile app • One (1) table of ten (10) for the Saturday Night Gala, with priority table placement and seating • One (1) item in Educator Conference attendee tote bag • Two (2) full-page ads in the Souvenir Journal • Four (4) Educator Conference Plus registrations • One (1) table in a meeting room for company display and materials
ADULT SIBLING TRACK $10,000 Limit 1 The NDSC and their Adult Sibling Task Force team up to provide much-needed programming for adult siblings attending the convention. Programming includes 6 specialized workshops, a pre-conference session, and several networking opportunities. NDSC’s Adult Sibling Toolkit is featured in the programming and offered to all attendees at no charge.
• Company Logo or one-page advertisement inserted in all NDSC Adult Sibling Toolkits distributed at the convention • Company brochure or item for attendee pick-up on a table in each workshop room • Your company name and/or logo as Adult Sibling Track sponsor on signage at the entrance to the room and next to the event
listings in the Souvenir Journal • Combination of Two (2) posts on NDSC’s social media outlets such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and two (2) push
notifications on the mobile app • Four (4) tickets to the Saturday Night Gala, with priority table placement and seating • One (1) full-page ad in the Souvenir Journal • Three (3) convention registrations
ADVOCACY BOOT CAMP $10,000
The NDSC Convention is an ideal place to train self-advocates and their families on advocacy and policy. Through this half-day stand-alone training session, led by the NDSC Policy & Advocacy Team, attendees will leave empowered to effect change in communities all around the world.
• Your company name and/or logo as Advocacy Boot Camp sponsor on signage at the entrance to the room and next to the event
listing in the Souvenir Journal • Your company name/or logo included in One (1) pre, and One (1) post-convention email blast through the NDSC
Policy & Advocacy Team channels, which will highlight the event, the partnership and joint messaging • Company brochure or item for attendee pick-up on a table in the meeting room • One (1) tweet from boot camp with tagging and One (1) Facebook post • One (1) push notifications on the convention mobile app • Half (1/2) page ad in the Souvenir Journal
Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball Sponsor Table of 10 $2,500 No Limit Attended by 1100+ people, this is the Saturday night culminating event of our annual Convention. This is our premier event and includes a plated dinner, cash bars, entertainment, and program.
• Your company name and/or logo projected on screens through the dinner • Table of ten with priority table placement and table signage • Gift bags for all table attendees • Hosted wine served at the table
Add On to Your Sponsorship Level* ATTENDEE BAG WATER BOTTLES: $10,000 Include your name and logo on our attendee water bottles, which will be included in each convention attendee bag. Limit 1
EXTRA EXHIBIT TABLE: $650 Add an extra 6 ft. table to your exhibit to enhance your presence on the exhibit floor.
TOTE BAG INSERT: $1,250 Include your promotional item in each of the official tote bags handed out to the attendees at registration. Promote a new product or encourage attendees to drop by your booth for a give-a-way. Insert provided by the sponsor. Limit: 5
PLENARY CHAIR DROP: $1,500 Distribute a flyer or postcard with your company’s information on every chair at the Plenary Session. The sponsor to provide handout; content subject to approval by NDSC. Limit: 2
PHOTO BOOTH: $2,500 Bring together attendees in a fun way by sharing lasting images from the convention! The photo booth will be promoted as a key destination at NDSC’s 321 Dance!™. Your logo will be incorporated into the photo booth, on photo booth signage, as well as on the printed photos. Limit 1
REGIONAL RECEPTION: $5,000 NDSC attendees love to network. These receptions are the first opportunity of the weekend to meet new families or re-connect with old friends. Choose one or more of the numerous receptions that target specific audiences.
LANYARDS: $7,500 Get your name out in front of all attendees, sponsors, and speakers at NDSC 2019! These lanyards are used throughout the event to display required name badges. Lanyard is produced by the NDSC and is co-branded with the NDSC logo. Limit 1
*These opportunities are only available as an add-on to committed sponsors
Choose Your Sponsorship Level: ⃝ Big Easy - $50,000 ⃝ Fat City - $35,000 ⃝ Cajun - $20,000 ⃝ Bayou - $10,000 ⃝ Creole - $5,000 ⃝ French Quarter - $2,500 Or, Choose One or More Additional Sponsorship Opportunities:
⃝ Masquerade Ball - $50,000 ⃝ NDSC’s 321 Dance! - $25,000 ⃝ Youth & Adults Conference - $20,000 ⃝ Brothers & Sisters Conference - $20,000 ⃝ Kids’ Camp - $25,000 Sold Out ⃝ Educator Conference - $20,000 ⃝ Adult Sibling Track - $10,000 ⃝ Advocacy Boot Camp - $10,000 ⃝ Gala Table of 10 - $2,500 Next, Choose Your Add On: ⃝ Branded Water Bottles - $10,000 Sold Out ⃝ Extra Exhibit Table - $650 ⃝ Tote Bag Insert - $1,250 ⃝ Keynote Chair Drop - $1,500 ⃝ Photo Booth - $2,500 ⃝ Regional Receptions - $5,000 Sold Out ⃝ Lanyards - $7,500 Sold Out *NDSC has the right to review and refuse all collateral material intended for NDSC convention attendees, distributed before, during, and after the convention by sponsors.
Please Provide Your Organization's Information: (For Listing in the Souvenir Journal)
Organization Name:
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Phone:
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50 Word Description of Organization: (For Listing in Sponsor/
Exhibitor Section of Souvenir Journal
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Christine Milano, Development Director (770) 604-9500 - (800) 232-6372 - Fax (770) 604-9898
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Confirm Your Sponsorship Today!
Call us today to find the right fit for your needs and budget. Custom partnerships are also available.
Christine Milano Development Director (770) 604-9500 Toll-free (800) 232-6372 Fax (770) 604-9898 [email protected]
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