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2008 Monterey Bay Blues Festival Event Sponsors
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Sponsorship Program
Businesses and corporations that share MBBF's dedication to the preservation of the blues and support for youth in the arts have an opportunity to benefit from promotional association with the Festival as a presenting, stage, supporting, beverage or in-kind sponsor. In addition, sponsors benefit from extensive onsite promotion as well as prime performance seating at the Festival, which they can enjoy or share with clients.
The targeted marketing opportunities for those who partner with MBBF as a sponsor are rich. MBBF provides an ideal opportunity to speak to 30,000 blues fans from all over California and beyond who are between the ages of 25 and 65 and have an annual income of $50,000+. Please contact MBBF directly to learn more about this select demographic and see a detailed list of sponsorship benefits. Sponsor categories that follow are also listed on the MBBF website.
Sponsorship Opportunities
$5,000 to $75,000
Depending on sponsorship level benefits may include branding, advertising, publicity, collateral, signage, booths, tickets, parking, and more.
Advertising & Publicity
Significant advertising in Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Benito County and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Regular press releases sent to regional and national media
Presenting Sponsor
When available, this prestigious opportunity entitles the sponsor to position their corporate name and title next to the Festival name wherever and whenever it is used in media promotion and on the MBBF Website. In addition to category exclusivity, they also have promotional exclusivity in the Main Arena for all three days. Extensive use of banners, booth space, program advertising, prime performance seating, parking and hotel rooms are also included.
Stage Sponsor
Three stages on the Festival site are available for exclusive sponsorships. The sponsor name will appear with the stage name wherever and whenever it is used in promotion and on the MBBF Website. Stage and category exclusivity extends to all three days. Their Logo will appear in visual print promotion. Extensive use of banners, booth space, program advertising, prime performance seating and parking are also included.
Supporting Sponsor
Their Logo will appear in print ads and on website. Use of banners, program advertising, Special performance seating and parking are also included.
Beverage Sponsor
* Official Beer Sponsor
* Official Wine Sponsor
* Official Soft Drink Sponsor
* Official Coffee Sponsor
* Official Water Sponsor
Each of the above designations confers exclusive pouring rights, category sponsorship and inclusion in print advertising and on website. Use of banners, booth space, program advertising, special performance seating and parking are also included.
In-Kind Sponsor
Upon determination of the publicity requirements of the Festival, in-kind media sponsorships will become available for print, radio and television. Benefits of sponsorship will be contingent upon the monetary value of media participation.
Corporate Hospitality Package
For those businesses and corporations who have an interest in a private hospitality area for their employees or clients, MBBF can provide the following: tent rental, chairs, tables, catering, beverages, video feed and security. Please contact MBBF directly to design a hospitality area to fit your needs.
Past Sponsors
United Airlines, Pacific Bell, AT&T, Mitsubishi, Budweiser, Evian Water, Hansen's, Calistoga, Rhino Records, Skyy Vodka, Wherehouse Records
Sponsorship Contact -
MBBF Executive Manager (831) 394-2652
Donate to our scholarship program > see Scholarships
Monterey Bay Blues
FESTIVAL FACTS
23rd annual Monterey Bay Blues Festival, June 27, 28 & 29, 2008
Monterey County Fairgrounds, Monterey, California MAP
60 prestigious Blues Acts on 3 stages
Over 90 booths provide a wide range of food, beverages and crafts
Producer
The Monterey Bay Blues Festival, is a community-based, not-for-profit, 501-C-3 Corporation, overseen by an 18-member volunteer Board of Directors.
Mission
Dedicated to preserving the Blues as a true American art form.
Supporting youth and the arts through scholarships and grants with emphasis on music.
(Donated over $130,000 in 2004)
Audience
* 30,000 plus over 3 days
* Main Stage - A frequent sell out.
* Ages 25 to 65 - $50,000+ annual income
Geographic's
* 45% Monterey & Santa Cruz Counties,
* 45% San Francisco Bay Area,
* 10% Southern California, National & International.
Blues Legends appearing at previous Festivals
B.B. King, John Lee Hooker, Neville Brothers, Etta James, Charlie Musselwhite, Teddy Pendergrass, Taj Mahall, Bobby 'Blue' Bland, Blind Boys of Alabama, John Mayall, Keb Mo, Shemekia Copeland, and more.
