2013 Program Sponsorship Package

2013 Program Sponsorship Package

What is “I Matter?”

“I Matter” is a day of interactive workshops that will get kids (and adults) inspired to make a

difference. It will feature sessions with some of Edmonton's most inspirational leaders who

will interact, engage and offer insight into how to make a difference in the community and on a

global scale. Kids will have a choice of two workshops. Topics range from cyber-bullying, self-

esteem, global citizenship, creative writing and more!

FEATURED SPEAKERS include Marty Chan, Leanne Power, Amy Coppens & Chris Tse. Our

afternoon will feature a panel of experts from Edmonton who will share stories of how they

have made difference, overcome challenges in their lives and why they believe anyone at any

age can make a difference. A complete list of presenters and registration will be available

March 15.

A CELEBRATION OF OUR TOP 10 TEAM LEADERS will also be held to recognize the kids

who are nominated for this event. Every kid who attends the workshop will be presented with

an “I Matter” certificate. A keepsake program featuring our Top 10 leaders and a list of all

nominees will also be available at the event.

A celebration of our Top 10 Team Leaders will also be held to recognize the kids who are

nominated for this event. Every kid who attends the workshop will be presented with an “I

Matter” certificate. A keepsake program featuring our Top 10 leaders and a list of all nominees

will also be available at the event.

What is the “I Matter” Team?

The “I Matter” Team is a group of kids who are recognized individually

but together form a team of inspirational youth. Our Top 10 Team

Leaders will be recognized at the event.

These kids care.

They are changing the world through their selfless efforts to help

others, create awareness, and lead change in their communities. Every

kid in attendance will receive a commemorative certificate.

2013 Program Sponsorship Package

2013 Program Sponsorship Package

Who Does this Target?

83,000 kids will be invited through the

Edmonton Public School Board to

participate in the I Matter Team Day and

recognition forms are available for the I

Matter Team Leaders online and in the

Edmonton Examiner.

Our target workshop audience for this event is 250 kids with a keynote audience of 500

people

Workshops include sessions on cyber bullying, self-esteem, global citizenship,

volunteerism, creating awareness, and more!

“I Matter” is about affirming to every person that they really DO matter and they DO make

a difference. It’s also about celebrating kids who have already taken steps to make the

world a better place, and inspiring kids to take a stand for what they believe in.

This event will bring unite parents, kids and people who want to be inspired!

I Matter. Repeat it. Believe it!

2013 Program Sponsorship Package

How does it work?

Recognition forms will be available for kids ages 5-18. Forms, criteria and

rules will be available online at YouAreFIERCE.com, and distributed through

the Edmonton Public School Board to 83,000 students

Information about the event will be provided through our media partners

Hot 107, Lite 95 and the Edmonton Sun/Examiner.

Students 12-18 will have the opportunity to attend the workshop portion of

the event in the morning

Students will be given a welcome package with an “I Matter” keepsake

A parent’s lounge will be available with coffee and Wi-Fi

The Keynote session will be open to the general public

The I Matter Celebration will be held following the keynote speech

The I Matter Team Leaders will be recognized at the event on stage with a

presentation of awards. Every nominee will receive an “I Matter” certificate

recognizing their achievements

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MORNING I Learn

9:30 a.m. Registration and sign in

10 a.m. Welcome

10:15-11 a.m. Workshop 1

11:05-11:50 a.m. Workshop 2

Lunch

Guest Lounge & Vendors

AFTERNOON I Celebrate

1 p.m. Keynote Panel

2 p.m. Celebration of “I Matter” Team & awards

presentation

3 p.m. Wrap up

The Day Students can choose two workshops to attend. We will have 10 presenters

in total including topics on Cyber Bullying Awareness & Tactics, Self-

Esteem: You Are Sooooo Beautiful, The Power of the Pen, When I Grow up

I Wanna Be On the Radio & more! Workshop Presenters and registration

will be available March 15.

2013 Program Sponsorship Package

2013 Program Sponsorship Package

Why Sponsor?

This event will target a strong demographic of families, specifically kids 12-18. Your business

will be promoted up to the event through social media, online, Radio (Lite 95 & Hot 107),

and the Edmonton Sun/Examiner. At the event, your business will be showcased in front of

500 people who will see you as championing kids in our community as well as supporting a

program that inspires people to make a difference. Your brand will be front and centre in all

promotions and media coverage for this event.

Title Sponsorship Partnership Perks

Program sponsors will have their logo included in all applicable promotional materials, advertising and event

displays.

PRE-EVENT

• Logo identification in all applicable advertising and promotions

• Logo identification in all applicable online promotions including website & mass

email campaigns

• Logo identification in all print advertising in the Edmonton Examiner

• Logo identification on information packages to 83,000 students in EPSB district

• Verbal mentions in all radio promotions on Lite 95 & Hot 107

• Tag mentions in all Twitter (22K +) & Facebook (37K+) promotions

DURING EVENT

• Verbal recognition during Welcome Reception

• Opportunity for a company representative to speak at the keynote celebration. This

company representative may address the attendees and give a brief company profile

before the keynote presentation

• Signage within venue

• Name recognition and logo identification within the on-screen video presentation

• Logo identification on workshop welcome kits

• Opportunity to provide promotional items for inclusion in event ‘swag bags’

received by attendees

• 10 keynote celebration invitations

TITLE SPONSORSHIP COST: $2,495 (2 available)

2013 Program Sponsorship Package

2013 Program Sponsorship Package

Partnership Perks

Workshop sponsors will have their logo included in all applicable promotional materials, and event displays.

PRE-EVENT

• Logo identification in all applicable promotions

• Logo identification in all applicable online promotions including YouAreFIERCE.com,

mass email and social media campaigns

• Tag mentions in all Twitter (22K +) & Facebook (37K+) promotions

DURING EVENT

• Logo identification on reception signage within venue

• Name recognition and logo identification within the on-screen video presentation

• Logo identification on workshop welcome kits

• Opportunity to provide promotional items for inclusion in event ‘swag bags’

received by attendees

• 2 keynote celebration invitations

WORKSHOP SPONSORSHIP COST: $495 (8 available)

Workshop Sponsorship Opportunity

Our featured

presenters will be

officially announced

March 15

Marty Chan Amy Coppens Chris Tse Leanne Power

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Student Sponsorship Opportunity

Recognition forms are available until March 30.

Workshop Registration opens March 15.

Partnership Perks

Student sponsors will have their logo included in all applicable promotional materials, and event displays.

PRE-EVENT

• Logo identification in all applicable online promotions including YouAreFIERCE.com,

mass email

and social media campaigns

• Tag mentions in Twitter (22K +) & Facebook (37K+) promotions

DURING EVENT

• Logo identification on workshop welcome kits

• Opportunity to provide promotional items for inclusion in event ‘swag bags’ received

by attendees

STUDENT SPONSORSHIP COST: $250 (5 students) Each student will receive an I Matter Welcome kit and Keepsake, registration for the

workshops, lunch, and a celebration ticket.

As a sponsor, you will be invited to the Keynote Celebration.

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For more information, please call or email

Tamara Plant, “I Matter” creator

P: 780-940-8337 E: yesiam@YouAreFIERCE.com

W: YouAreFIERCE.com T: @IMatterYeg F: /IMatter.RepeatIt.BelieveIt

Celebrating the differences in everyone

and recognizing everyone who makes a difference

Be a part of this innovative and

inspirational event to empower kids to

stand up and realize they have the power

to change the world!