Sponsorship Information
Find all of the information you need to be a sponsor year round or at specific events.
TOP TIER YEAR ROUND SPONSORSHIP
Platinum & Gold Sponsors are recognized as strategic partners in MnAEYC’s mission, with visibility that extends from through year-round digital and newsletter promotion.
Platinum Sponsor - $8,000
Event Benefits
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Two full registrations (meals + sessions) at all events
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One standard exhibitor table at all events
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Premium placement of exhibitor table in the exhibit area
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Logo featured on event signage with highest visibility
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Prominent logo in event materials (program, slides, signage)
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Priority listing and large linked logo on event webpage
Recognition During Event
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Verbal recognition during opening remarks
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Highlighted on sponsor wall or digital recognition screen
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Listed on Exhibitor Bingo Card
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Feature in attendee communications (emails/social posts)
Year-Round Benefits
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Large linked logo on MnAEYC homepage during sponsorship year
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Featured year-round recognition in MnAEYC newsletters
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Year-round social media spotlight posts (e.g., quarterly)
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Inclusion in select MnAEYC email blasts
Gold Sponsor - $6000
Event Benefits
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Two full registrations (meals + sessions) at all events
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One standard exhibitor table at all events
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Standard placement of exhibitor table
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Logo on event signage and materials
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Medium linked logo on event webpage
Recognition During Event
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Verbal recognition at key points (e.g., lunch)
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Listed on Exhibitor Bingo Card
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Recognition in select attendee communications
Year-Round Benefits
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Medium linked logo on MnAEYC homepage during sponsorship year
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Recognition in MnAEYC newsletters
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Social media spotlight posts during sponsorship year
EVENT SPECIFIC SPONSORSHIP
Silver and Bronze tiers provide excellent exposure and brand alignment during the conference day, while the Exhibitor Table Only option offers entry-level access to our engaged professional audience.
Silver Sponsor - $3000
Event Benefits
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Two full conference registrations (meals + sessions)
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One exhibitor table (standard placement)
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Logo inclusion on event signage and materials
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Listed on Exhibitor Bingo Card
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Small linked logo on conference webpage
Recognition
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Listed sponsor name in attendee program
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Recognition in sponsor section of event communications
Keynote Sponsorship – $10,000
Position your organization at the center of one of MnAEYC’s most visible and meaningful event moments!
The Keynote Sponsorship provides exclusive sponsorship of one keynote presentation per event, placing your organization directly in front of early childhood educators, leaders, advocates, administrators, and decision-makers from across Minnesota.
As the Keynote Sponsor, your organization will receive a 5-minute introduction or promotional speaking opportunity before the keynote, giving you a powerful platform to share your mission, highlight your products or services, and connect with attendees in a memorable way.
This premier sponsorship level includes:
• Exclusive sponsorship of one keynote per event
• 5-minute introduction or speech before the keynote
• Two full event registrations, including meals and sessions
• One standard exhibitor table at the event
• Premium placement in the exhibit area
• Highest-visibility logo placement on event signage
• Prominent logo recognition in event materials, including the program, slides, and signage
• Priority listing and large linked logo on the event webpage
In addition to strong visibility during the event, Keynote Sponsors receive meaningful recognition throughout the attendee experience, including verbal recognition during opening remarks, placement on the sponsor wall or digital recognition screen, inclusion on the Exhibitor Bingo Card, and features in attendee communications such as emails and social media posts.
This sponsorship also extends beyond a single event. Year-round benefits include a large linked logo on the MnAEYC homepage during the sponsorship year, featured recognition in MnAEYC newsletters, quarterly social media spotlight posts, and inclusion in select MnAEYC email blasts.
Whether you are seeking to build relationships, promote services, strengthen statewide visibility, or demonstrate your commitment to Minnesota’s early childhood workforce, the Keynote Sponsorship offers a high-impact opportunity to stand alongside MnAEYC in support of young children, families, and the professionals who serve them.
Conference Bag Advertising Stuffers – $75
Put your organization directly into the hands of early childhood leaders from across Minnesota!
For just $75, sponsors can include 1 promotional item in the official MnAEYC Summer Leadership Institute conference bags distributed to all attendees.
With approximately 150 conference bags prepared for the event, this is a great opportunity to increase visibility and connect with educators, administrators, and decision-makers statewide.
Examples of approved advertising items include:
• One-page flyers or postcards
• Pens or small branded items
• Notepads
• Catalogues or brochures
Whether you are promoting resources, services, products, or upcoming opportunities, conference bag stuffers are an affordable and effective way to engage attendees beyond the exhibitor table.
Vendor Table Opportunity
Connect directly with early childhood educators, administrators, and leaders from across Minnesota through a vendor table at our events.
Vendor tables provide an excellent opportunity to showcase your organization, products, services, and resources while building meaningful relationships within the early childhood community.
Vendor Table Registration Includes:
• One full conference registration (meals + sessions)
• One exhibitor table with standard placement
Pricing:
• For-Profit Organizations: $300
• Nonprofit Organizations: $200
Please note: Space is limited, and placements will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage interested organizations to secure their spot early!
Whether you are sharing educational resources, community services, workforce supports, curriculum materials, or family-centered programs, we would love to welcome you to our in-person events.
Sponsor an Attendee - $150
Help make professional learning more accessible for Minnesota’s early childhood workforce.
By sponsoring an attendee, you directly support an educator, emerging leader, or program professional to participate in the MnAEYC Summer Leadership Institute.
Your contribution helps reduce financial barriers and ensures more voices from across our communities can engage in a day of learning, leadership, and connection.
Attendee Sponsors will be recognized as partners in supporting equitable access to professional development and strengthening the future of early childhood education in Minnesota.
Together, we can invest in the people who make a difference in the lives of children and families every day.
WEBINAR SPONSORSHIP
Support Minnesota’s early childhood community while increasing your visibility
with professionals across the state and beyond.
Webinar Sponsor – $250
Our webinars attract up to 400 early childhood professionals, including program directors, teachers, higher education faculty, coaches, and advocates. Sponsoring a webinar is an affordable and meaningful way to align your organization with high-quality professional learning and statewide impact.
As a webinar sponsor, you will receive:
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A live verbal “shout-out” during the session
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A basic listing on the opening and closing slides
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Your logo featured in our virtual “hallway”
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A group social media mention alongside other sponsors
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Post-event engagement metrics to understand reach and participation
Your $250 sponsorship helps make timely, relevant professional development accessible while connecting your organization to a dedicated audience of early childhood leaders and educators.
Join us in strengthening the profession — one webinar at a time.
Contact
If you have any questions about sponsorship or exhibiting opportunities, please contact us on professionaldevelopment@mnaeyc.org.