NFBMD State Convention SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

 

2027 NFB of Maryland
State Convention

Game On: Our Movement, Our Moment!

February 11–14, 2027 |  DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Baltimore North - Pikesville

1726 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, Maryland 21208

Partner with Us

The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland (NFBMD) invites businesses, organizations, and community partners to sponsor our 2027 State Convention.  Our convention brings together approximately 500 participants, including blind people, families, advocates, professionals, and other community members, with additional viewers joining through the convention live stream.

Sponsorship provides an opportunity to connect with this community, showcase your organization, and support our work to advance independence, equality, and opportunity for blind Marylanders.  Sponsors receive recognition and promotional benefits before and during the convention, with benefits varying by sponsorship level.

Sponsorship Levels at a Glance

Sponsorship level

Contribution

Registrations

Banquet tickets

Exhibit tables

Platinum

$6,000

4

4

2

Gold

$4,000

2

2

1

Silver

$2,500

1

1

1

Bronze

$1,500

1

0

1

 

Exclusive Signature Sponsor Opportunity

The first organization to confirm a $6,000 Platinum sponsorship will receive the exclusive designation of 2027 NFBMD State Convention Signature Sponsor.  In addition to all Platinum benefits, the Signature Sponsor will receive special recognition as the convention’s Signature Sponsor and an opportunity for a representative to address convention attendees during a designated general session.  The designation and speaking opportunity are exclusive to the first confirmed sponsor.  Additional organizations may participate at the $6,000 Platinum level and receive all standard Platinum benefits.

Sponsorship Benefits

Platinum Sponsor — $6,000

  • Four complimentary convention registrations and four complimentary banquet tickets.

  • Two exhibit tables, with priority placement subject to Exhibit Hall arrangements.

  • Full-page advertisement in the convention agenda.

  • Featured logo and website link on the NFBMD website.

  • Individual pre-convention sponsor spotlight on NFBMD social media.

  • Featured promotional recognition during the convention live stream.

  • Individual acknowledgment during a convention general session.

  • Opportunity to request recognition as the sponsor of an available convention function or activity, with priority consideration.

  • Opportunity to provide promotional materials or items for distribution to convention registrants, subject to NFBMD approval.

Gold Sponsor — $4,000

  • Two complimentary convention registrations and two complimentary banquet tickets.

  • One exhibit table in the convention Exhibit Hall.

  • Half-page advertisement in the convention agenda.

  • Logo and website link on the NFBMD website.

  • Individual pre-convention social media recognition.

  • Periodic promotional recognition during the convention live stream.

  • Individual acknowledgment during a convention general session.

  • Opportunity to request recognition as the sponsor of an available convention function or activity.

Silver Sponsor — $2,500

  • One complimentary convention registration and one complimentary banquet ticket.

  • One exhibit table in the convention Exhibit Hall.

  • Quarter-page advertisement in the convention agenda.

  • Logo and website link on the NFBMD website.

  • Recognition in a pre-convention group social media acknowledgment.

  • Group acknowledgment during a convention general session.

Bronze Sponsor — $1,500

  • One complimentary convention registration.

  • One exhibit table in the convention Exhibit Hall.

  • Listing as a Bronze Sponsor in the convention agenda.

  • Acknowledgment by name on the NFBMD website.

  • Recognition in a pre-convention group social media acknowledgment.

  • Group acknowledgment during a convention general session.

Optional Convention Function Sponsorships

Platinum and Gold Sponsors may request recognition in connection with a specific convention function or activity.  Examples may include the convention banquet, live stream, Exhibit Hall, one of the breakfasts, student, parent, or senior luncheon, Parents of Blind Children Seminar, youth programming, or designated workshops and seminars.

Function sponsorships are not automatically assigned.  Requests are subject to availability, program arrangements, and NFBMD approval, with priority consideration for Platinum Sponsors.  Recognition may include acknowledgment in the convention agenda, signage where appropriate, and/or an announcement during the sponsored function. A function sponsorship provides recognition associated with the activity; it does not require the sponsor to underwrite the activity’s full cost.

Sponsorship Details

  • Complimentary convention registrations and banquet tickets are separate benefits. Additional registrations and banquet tickets may be purchased at the regular price.

  • Advertisement placement, logo display, social media recognition, and inclusion in printed materials depend on timely submission of required materials.

  • Exhibit space and placement are subject to convention arrangements and Exhibit Hall policies.

  • NFBMD will coordinate the timing and format of all sponsor recognition and reserves editorial control over convention programming and promotional content.

  • The exclusive Signature Sponsor designation will be awarded to the first organization whose $6,000 sponsorship commitment is confirmed and accepted by NFBMD.  All sponsorship commitments and payments are due December 1, 2026.

Confirm Your Sponsorship

To confirm sponsorship or obtain additional information, visit https://nfbmd.org/sponsor. Sponsorship commitments and full payment must be received by December 1, 2026.

We appreciate your partnership and look forward to welcoming your organization to the 2027 NFB of Maryland State Convention.