Sponsorship

Your support is critical to make possible the many Chamber programs designed to strengthen businesses in Bethel.

Sponsorship Packages offer your business an opportunity to quickly and easily choose a “best fit” sponsorship that allows you to support the chamber.

EXPOSURE

Your company will be showcased at our community’s premiere events.

COST EFFECTIVE ADVERTISING

Advertising in the “Building a Better Bethel” newsletter, event programs, sponsor listings, lobby signs, website, and e-news offer the most exposure and value for your marketing dollars.

COMMUNITY RECOGNITION

The Bethel Chamber is a highly visible community organization and chamber sponsorships allow members the same visibility.

QUALITY OF LIFE

Sponsorships provide us the funding for a variety of events and programs, both old and new, that make a difference in our community. It’s a great way to show your community spirit to both your current customers and your potential customers by investing in Bethel’s future.

FRIENDS OF THE CHAMBER SPONSORSHIP

All sponsors will be recognized on signs in the chamber office, on the chamber website, at the Annual Meeting, and in the Building a Better Bethel Newsletter.

Premiere Sponsor $2500

Full page newsletter Ad
4 tickets to the Annual Meeting
4 tickets to the Legislative Breakfast
4 tickets to the Steak Roast and Hoe Down
Home Page Banner Ad
Feature Ad in the Monday Morning Update
Logo sponsor listing in the Membership Directory
Full page (non premium) ad in the membership directory
Steak Roast Table or One New Member Luncheon Sponsor

Diamond Sponsor $1250

1/2 page newsletter Ad
2 tickets to the Annual Meeting
2 tickets to the Legislative Breakfast
2 tickets to the Steak Roast
Home Page Banner Ad
Feature Ad in the Monday Morning Update
Logo sponsor listing in the Membership Directory
1/4 page ad in the membership directory
Steak Roast Table or One New Member Luncheon Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor $750

1/4 page newsletter Ad
2 tickets to the Annual Meeting
2 tickets to the Legislative Breakfast
Chamber Banner Ad
Sponsor listing in the Membership Directory
Business Card ad in the membership directory

Silver Sponsor $500

Business Card newsletter Ad
2 tickets to the Annual Meeting
2 tickets to the Legislative Breakfast
Chamber Banner Ad
Sponsor listing in the Membership Directory
Business Card ad in the membership directory

EVENT SPONSORSHIP

ANNUAL MEETING (June 2013)

The Bethel Chamber’s Annual Meeting brings the membership together to reflect on the past year, plan for the year to come, vote in the new Board of Directors, hear the “State of Bethel” with reports from the First Selectman, School Superintendent, and Planning Zoning, and recognize those that have contributed to the success of the chamber.

Sponsored by:

LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST (January 8, 2013)

The Bethel Chamber’s annual Legislative Breakfast provides the membership an opportunity to express its ideas and suggestions to the Bethel State Reps and State Senators. It also provides the opportunity to conduct a general discussion on key issues coming before the Connecticut General Assembly in the upcoming year that could impact members and their businesses.

Sponsored by:

RESTAURANT WEEK (February 24 - March 2)

The Bethel Chamber’s annual public food event showcasing menus from some of Bethel’s finest restaurants.

Title Sponsorship

$1000 (1 available)

Advertised as presented by sponsor
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

SHOP LOCAL EXPO AND TASTE OF BETHEL (Spring 2013)

The Bethel Chamber’s annual Shop Local Expo and Taste of Bethel gives residents the opportunity to visit with local businesses and sample some of Bethel's local restaurants, all for free.

Title Sponsor

$800

Company Name in Title of Event
Signage at the event
Company Name and/or Logo in all advertising
Recognition and Listing in Event Brochure
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

Gold Level Sponsor

$500 (only 3 available)

Company name and logo in all advertising
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)
Industry exclusive

STEAK ROAST AND HOE DOWN (August 2013)

The Bethel Chamber’s annual Steak Roast and Hoe Down is a time to dust off your cowboy boots and pull out your overalls. It wrangles together business members for an evening of great food, music, dancing, margarita’s, and great prizes.

Gold Level Sponsor

$500 (only 3 available)

4 tickets to the event
Signage at the event
Company name and logo on invitations
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)
Industry exclusive

Table Sponsor

$150 (only 3 available)

Signage at the event on table of choice (appetizers, dessert, drinks)
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

Prize Basket Sponsor

Donate a Gift basket to be raffled off at event (sugg. value min $100)
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

BETHEL FESTIVALS (Spring, Fall, and Tree Lighting)

The Bethel Chamber’s hosts festivals and sidewalk sales throughout the year to increase exposure to our Bethel merchants and members.

Title Sponsor

$800 (1 available per event)

Company Name in Title of Event
Company Name and/or Logo in all advertising
Recognition in Festival Brochure
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

Event Sponsor $300

Choice of Event to Sponsor with signage at Sponsored event
Recognition in Festival Brochure
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

SUMMER FESTIVAL (July 13, 2013)

The Bethel Chamber’s Annual Summer Festival. This Event will be expanded to include a BBQ contest, 3 Stages with Live Music all day, Beer Tent, Food Carts, Kids Activity Area, Craft Vendors, Artisans, and more!

Title Sponsor

$5000 (1 available)

Ability to Name Event
Advertised as the presented by sponsor
Exclusive Sponsorship
10 tickets to the event
Signage at the event
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

Stage Sponsor

$1000 (3 available)

10 tickets to the event
Signage on the Stage
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

Media Sponsors

Advertise the event - minimum advertising value $500

4 tickets to the event, plus 2 for every additional $100 in advertising value received
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

NEW MEMBER LUNCHEONS (1st Weds of every quarter)

The Bethel Chamber welcomes all new members with open arms and invites them to come and have lunch at the Chamber Office. This gives new member the opportunity to see the office, and hear about all the benefits that come with being a member of the Bethel Chamber. This is part of the Ambassador Program.

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TRAINING AND INFORMATIONAL FORUMS (throughout the year)

The Bethel Chamber hosts various forums throughout the year to educate and inform local business owners on topics in order for them to continue to grow personally and professionally.

Forum Presenting Sponsor

$500 (1 available at each event)

Program referred to as presented by (Your Company Name)
Company name and logo on invitations
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

Refreshment Sponsor

Various - provide coffee and/or refreshments

Pre and post event recognition
Company Name on invitations

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS (throughout the year)

The Bethel Chamber hosts monthly evening networking events for businesses that provide the opportunity to discuss and share ideas while learning about other local businesses. It is all about relationship-building in a relaxed atmosphere.

After Hours Presenting Sponsor

$150 (1 available at each event)

Company name and logo on invitations
Pre and post event recognition (newsletter, website, press releases)

Advertising Opportunities

BUILDING A BETTER BETHEL - Quarterly Newsletter

The Bethel Chamber’s Quarterly Newsletter is mailed to 500 businesses throughout the Greater Danbury Area. Along with Advertising Opportunities, there are editorial opportunities available as well.

Advertising Rates and Position

Call the Chamber Office for Rate Card Information

BETHEL CHAMBER WEBSITE

The Bethel Chamber is a highly visible community organization that does many events throughout the year. Residents, Visitors, Business Owners, and other Community Organizations visit the Bethel Chamber Site to find out what is going on around town and in our members businesses. The Bethel Chamber also has various online and printed news sources that link to the Bethel Chamber Website.

Rotating Sidebar on Home Page

Investment: $500 per year
Formats Accepted: JPG / GIF
Dimensions: 200 pixel x 200 pixel

Rotating Footer

Viewable on all Chamber Website Pages
Investment: $100 per month / $1000 for the year
Formats Accepted: JPG / GIF
Dimensions: 1000 pixel x 100 pixel

BETHEL CHAMBER E-NEW’s ADVERTISING

The Bethel Chamber’s sends out a weekly update that informs members of upcoming events. Ads will rotate each week depending on number of advertisers. Minimum placement 1 a month.

Sidebar Specs

Circulation: 1,000 recipients
Investment: $40 per month / $300 for the year
Formats Accepted: JPG / GIF
Dimensions: 200 pixel x 200 pixel

Footer Specs

Circulation: 1,000 recipients
Investment: $25 per month / $200 for the year
Formats Accepted: JPG / GIF
Dimensions: 500 pixel x 100 pixel

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY / COMMUNITY GUIDE

The Bethel Chamber will be producing a full color, 8 1/2 * 11, 48 page Membership Directory and Community Guide scheduled to be printed in early 2013. The Guide will feature the Bethel Chamber of Commerce’s Business Membership Listing, a brief history, map of Bethel, Town of Bethel departments, a calendar of events and festivals and relocation and other community information. This guide is designed to serve a variety of needs from the casual visitor to business relocation to the direct request for information.

Distribution

11,000 copies will be mailed to every home in Bethel and Redding and an additional 2,000 copies will be distributed in high traffic areas throughout the year. The Community Guide will also be available as a pdf download on the front page of the Chamber Website and will be linked through the Town of Bethel’s website.

Advertising Rates and Position

Call the Chamber Office for Rate Card Information