Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship Opportunities

NCSS invites you, a leading education supplier, to collaborate with us, and discover a truly unique opportunity for repeated exposure to thousands of educators. Stand out from the crowd! Sponsorship is your opportunity to gain additional visibility and exposure. Sponsor an event or service at the 91st NCSS Annual Conference. There are several opportunities to suit your needs and budget.

Sponsorship Benefits

The following benefits apply to all sponsorship opportunities. Please see the description of each sponsorship opportunity for more information.

• Title sponsorship listed as “Sponsored by (your company’s name)” in the Annual Conference Preview and Program
• Sign indicating company name and sponsorship placed at the event
• Four complimentary conference registrations
• Listing on the “Thank you Sponsors” signs located in the registration area
• Sponsor ribbons for company representatives
• Your logo and Web link to your website on the NCSS Conference web page

First Timer Scholarships
Help support participation among Washington area teachers in high-poverty or at-risk schools attending their first NCSS conference. You can select the teacher(s) to receive your company’s scholarship(s), and you will be invited to meet the recipients at the first timer’s breakfast and reception, where your company will be recognized. Your sponsorship covers conference registration and one-year membership in NCSS.
Fee: $275 per scholarship

Scholarship Sponsorship Form

NCSS Awards Reception
Saturday, December 3
Renaissance Washington DC Hotel
Celebrate excellence at the presentation of the NCSS Outstanding Teacher of the Year and NCSS awards. Your company will be introduced as the sponsor and a representative will be invited to offer brief remarks. You will also have the opportunity to display your company’s materials at the Receptions.
Fee: $6,500

International Visitors Reception
Thursday, December 1
Renaissance Washington DC Hotel
Gain worldwide recognition by sponsoring the International Visitors Reception. Your company will be introduced as the sponsor and a representative will be invited to offer brief remarks. Your company will be distinguished among the growing body of international conference attendees gathering to discuss social studies education among different cultures.
Fee: $5,000

Advance Registration Packets
Each pre-registered 2011 attendee will receive an advance registration packet that includes name badge, tickets, and additional key meeting information. Sponsors can provide a corporate or product insert in the registration packet.
Fee: $7,500 for exclusive sponsorship or $2,500 per piece

Exhibit Hall Coffee Stations
Sponsor a full morning of coffee or a single station in the exhibit hall. Signage will acknowledge the sponsorship and an adjacent magazine rack will allow sponsors to display their materials. Choose from among 3-4 stations.
Fee: $4,500 for full morning sponsorship or $1,500 per station

Additional sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact the NCSS Meetings Department at 301-588-1800 ext. 109 for details.