Being a sponsor at NSTA conferences elevates your brand recognition, demonstrates your support for attendees, and drives thousands of impressions. Sponsors receive significant benefits for their contributions including:

• Associates your organization with NSTA, the largest organization in the world committed to promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all• Enhances your organization’s name and brand recognition• Differentiates your company from the competition• Demonstrates your company’s commitment to science education• Drives increased traffic to your booth• Provides unique benefit opportunities available solely for Sponsors

All Sponsorships include:• Logo on Sponsorship page of Conference Programs and Websites• Identified as Sponsor on signage located in high-traffic locations• Recognition in pre-show Marketing Pieces and Attendee Communications• Company featured on all signage and communications where

sponsored item/event is promoted• Publicity in marketing and participant materials for specific events• Upgrade to Gold listing on the virtual floor plan (National Conference)• Highlighted as Sponsor in Conference App

FEATURED SPONSORSHIPSRegistration Bags - $40,000 or In-Kind donation National ConferenceSupport NSTA attendees by providing a complimentary canvas backpack/tote bag where they can store their final programs and handouts. Your company logo will be seen throughout the conference, the exhibit hall and workshops and sessions. Ensure your company will be seen beyond the conference. Attendees will continue to use the backpack/tote bags from the conference at their schools and homes.

Benefits Include:• Company logo and/or company information on

bag (All bags/art must be pre-approved by NSTA)• Complimentary Backpack Insert (sponsor to

provide approved material – must be pre-approved by NSTA)

• Advertising that is guaranteed to reach all attendees

NSTA SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

NSTA Conference App – $15,000 National/$5,000 each Area Conference/STEM Forum & ExpoSponsoring the Conference App places your brand directly in front of attendees as they navigate

our events with a top of the line customized App. Featuring Maps, Schedules by time and topic, Speaker Information, Exhibitor Listings, Sponsor Listings, General Event information, and more. The Conference App plays a major role in guiding the attendees Conference experience. Over 50% of NSTA Conference Attendees reference the App as their preferred medium for navigating the conference.

Benefits Include:• Dedicated Advertising Space on App Home Screen• 3 Push Notifications

General Session Speaker - $10,000 National/$6,500 each Area Conference/STEM Forum & ExpoOur General Session speakers and sponsors are given maximum visibility during the conference and in all pre-conference materials as well as post-conference write-ups. Benefits Include:

• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Sponsor will be thanked and acknowledged by Master

of Ceremonies for their sponsorship• Sponsor logo featured on screen prior to start of session• Option to distribute materials to event participants• Option to provide goody bags to event participants• Opportunity to scan badges at door for lead follow-up

Name Badge/Lanyard Sponsorship - $15,000 National/$2,500 each Area Conference/STEM Forum & ExpoEnsure all attendees are wearing your colors! Sponsoring lanyards or neck wallets puts your company logo in front of all conference attendees for the duration of the conference. Sponsorship cost is for rights to sponsorship only, lanyards or neck wallets to be sourced separately by sponsor.

Benefits Include:• Every attendee will receive a neck wallet/lanyard with your

customized design (All material/art must be pre-approved by NSTA) and be wearing it throughout the event

Social Media Hub/Lounge - $10,000 National ConferenceAttendees will be able to relax and check in with all their friends on Social Media in this 20x20 space in the Exhibits Hall. Featuring 2 couches and accompanying tables, 4 TV’s (2 mounted, 2 Stand Up), Internet access, and a Counter Area with 4 laptops, attendees will have a comfortable area to rest, check email, and learn about how to use Social Media. 

• Sponsor branded graphics on Structure• Ability to have staff person work with attendees to introduce

sponsor’s Social Media properties• Option to provide hand-out/give-away to visitors of the Hub/

Lounge• Sponsor Social Media featured on 2 TV’s in the Hub/Lounge• Branding and recognition in all communications regarding Hub/Lounge

NSTA President’s Reception - $8,000 National ConferenceA relaxed evening event focused on low-key networking for attendees and NSTA leadership filled with plenty of fun and socializing.

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Acknowledgement as sponsor at the event by NSTA leadership• Option to distribute materials to event participants• Option to provide goody bags to attendees• Option to contribute raffle prizes

Pre-service Teachers Breakfast - $7,500 National New/ConferenceBe front and center with teachers new to the profession. Introduce your company to the next generation of science teachers.

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Acknowledgement as sponsor at the event by NSTA leadership• Option to distribute materials to event participants• Option to provide goody bags to event participants• Option to do a raffle during the breakfast• Opportunity to scan badges at door for lead follow-up

Informal Science Day – Science in the Community - $6,000 National ConferenceThis year’s Informal Science Day features a Breakfast, Keynote speaker, and Share-a-thon. Your sponsorship includes exclusive access to leaders focused on citizen science, afternoon programs, and more.

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Acknowledgement of sponsorship by event host• Option to distribute materials to event participants• Option to provide goody bags to event participants • Option to host a raffle during the breakfast• Opportunity to scan badges at door for lead follow-up

First Timers Session- $5,000 National/$3,500 each Area ConferenceThe first-timers session provides a detailed overview of the conference led by NSTA leadership. Be the first impression attendees have at an NSTA conference.

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Acknowledgement as sponsor at the event by NSTA leadership• Option to distribute materials to event participants• Option to provide goody bags to event participants• Option to contribute raffle prizes • Opportunity to scan badges at door for lead follow-up

Global Conversations Conference hosted at NSTA National - $5,000 National ConferenceThe Global Conversations Conference recognizes NSTA’s increased emphasis on international collaboration in science education. There are numerous opportunities for international visitors to network together with science educators from various cultures, including those from North America.

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Acknowledgement as sponsor at the event by NSTA leadership• Option to distribute materials to event participants• Option to provide goody bags to event participants

• Option to contribute raffle prizes

NSTA Student/Student Chapter Reception - $5,000 National ConferencePre-service teachers will showcase their activities and best practices from the colleges and universities they represent. Attendees will also learn how to start a student chapter.

NSTA Chapter/Associated Group Leader Roundtable and Reception - $5,000 National ConferenceNetworking and information-sharing sessions for NSTA’s recognized state/province

chapters and associated groups.

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship

• Acknowledgement as sponsor at the event by NSTA leadership• Option to distribute materials to event participants

• Option to provide goody bags to event participants

Family STEM Night - $5,000 STEM Forum & ExpoAttendees will complete a variety of STEM related projects to win prizes and the accolades of their colleagues!

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Acknowledgement as sponsor at the event by NSTA leadership• Option to host a raffle during the event• Option to distribute materials to event participants• Option to provide goody bags to event participants

Speakers for Invited Panel Presentation - $5,000 STEM Forum & Expo (2 opportunities available)Sponsor a Panel Presentation and align yourself with the next generation of STEM Education.

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Acknowledgement as sponsor at the event by

NSTA leadership• Recognition by Invited Panel at start of

Presentation• Option to distribute materials to event

participants• Option to provide goody bags to event

participants

Pre-Forum Expo Preview & Reception - $2,500 STEM Forum & Expo (6 opportunities available)Sponsorship for this main event that will kick-off the STEM Forum & Expo offering maximum exposure where invited attendees enjoy an evening of networking and refreshments in the Exhibit Hall.

Benefits Include:• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship• Exclusive Sponsor Raffle during the reception• Option to distribute materials to event participants• Option to provide goody bags to event participants

Elementary Extravaganza – $1,500 National Conference (12 opportunities available)Participants will engage in hands-on activities, learn about professional development opportunities, preview the Children’s Book Council/NSTA elementary science trade books, interact with the leaders of NSTA and other national and international organizations, gather information about award and grant programs for elementary teachers, network, and learn how to become more involved in professional organizations. In essence, they will walk away with a head full of ideas and arms filled with materials.

Benefits Include:• Table provided at the Extravaganza for sponsor to conduct a

hand-on demonstration• Logo on event signage and in the event program• Sponsors will be thanked and acknowledged by Master of Ceremonies for their sponsorship• Opportunity to provide door prize for the event• Option to provide goody bags to event participants

Meet Me in the Middle Share-a-Thon – $1,500 National Conference (12 opportunities available)Participants will engage in hands-on activities tailored for middle level education, interact with the leaders of NSTA and other national and international organizations, gather information about award and grant programs for middle level teachers, network, and learn how to become more involved in professional organizations.

Benefits Include:• Table provided at the Share-a-Thon for sponsor to conduct a hand-on demonstration• Logo on event signage and in the event program• Sponsor will be thanked and acknowledged by Master of Ceremonies for their sponsorship• Opportunity to provide door prize for the event (must be a sponsor to provide door prize)• Option to provide goody bags to event participants

Aisle Sign Sponsorships - $1,200 National Conference (per aisle)Spotlight your presence in the Exhibits Hall by sponsoring your aisle.  One Sponsor per aisle will have the exclusive right to have their company logo included on the aisle sign. This is a first-come, first-served opportunity.  

For sponsorship opportunities or to customize a sponsorship to maximize your organization’s visibility at our conferences, please contact Jason Sheldrake at 703.312.9273 or e-mail jsheldrake@nsta.org for more information.