Race start – Saturday Feb 6th , 2016 Company Name & Logo Fairbanks, Alaska Highlights & Global Audiences
In 2016, the Yukon Quest will Run 1,000 miles through 11 communities in Alaska and Yukon. Run for 9-14 days around the clock under extreme winter conditions. Follow historic Northern travel routes that cross the border between Canada and the US. Call on over 1,000 local and international volunteers to contribute over 25,000 hours to the race – everything from running checkpoints, to truck driving, to dog handling. Move over 45,000 pounds of dog food and 800 bales of straw. Drive more than 40 vehicles over thousands of miles of winter highways. Secure more than 200 hotel rooms for the event.
The Yukon Quest attracts fans and visitors from around the globe Website visitors world-wide demonstrate the universal appeal of the Yukon Quest with enquiries from United States, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, Austria, Japan, and Australia and New Zealand. Independent travelers’ visits range between four days to four weeks to experience the excitement and Northern hospitality of the Yukon Quest. Travel Group Tours bring scores of guests from North America, Europe and Japan to the North to enjoy the race and live their dreams.
On the Trail
Mushers & Dogs
Teams from Russia, Norway, Sweden, Japan, Jamaica, Belgium, UK as well as Canada and the US have competed in recent years
Over 350 canine athletes come to lead their humans across the wilderness – each team starts with 14 dogs
A dedicated team of veterinarians monitor the athletes along the trail, ensuring excellent canine care
Breeds can include Alaskan Husky and Siberian Husky
Teams rely on the bond between dog and musher to make their way along 1,000 miles of northern wilderness. Yukon Quest Trail Map & Elevations
Start
Finish
1,000 Miles / 1,600 km 4 Summits 11 communities -60⁰F / -51⁰C Temperatures Official Website www.yukonquest.com
There were 1.9 million Over 551,950 visits with 165,826 absolute unique visitors in 2014-2015 page views during the 2013 Race. Average time spent on site per visit 4.45 minutes Social Media
FACEBOOK TWITTER/FLICKR/YOUTUBE
43,000+ Facebook fans 3,424 Twitter Followers
32.6 million impressions Men between the ages of 35-44 are leading force among Twitter followers The average reach of each post was 11,271 people 2,724 retweets on Twitter, and 1,206 mentions The average engagement for each post was 12% Over 1.7 million views of our Flickr photos 62% female/38% male demographic for impresses 68 videos posted on YouTube during the 2015 race – Top five countries following on FB are US , Canada , 583,739 minutes (9,729 hours) watched with 1,852 Germany, UK and Norway. subscribers Media Participation
More than 55 journalists, photographers and film crews were accredited for the 2015 race. Two separate film crews were on the trail filming for the French Canadian market. An additional 625 contacts received feeds and regular updates from the trail. Nearly 50 media releases were sent out leading up to and during the race A total of 184 stories were tracked for the 2015 race, appearing in print, online, video and radio. The stories reached a potential online audience of nearly 223 million, up substantially from 123 million in 2014. YQ received coverage from major outlets The Globe and Mail, Yahoo News Canada, CBC radio and TV, and Radio-Canada, Western Morning News, The Foreigner, and SB Nation.
A Partnership
The Yukon Quest is looking to further the relationship and again partner with XXX.
This partnership would grow upon the existing well-established relationship, which has provided great benefits to both the event and XXX.
The Yukon Quest is requesting a contribution from XXX in the amount of $XXX in exchange for the title and benefits of XXX. Sponsorship Packages The Yukon Quest offers a variety of sponsorship packages at various investment levels.
Sponsorship Category Sponsorship Level
Principle Partner $75,000+
Major Sponsor $50,000
Volunteer Sponsor (2) $25,000 each Yukon or Alaska
Veterinary Care Sponsor $25,000
Race Officials Sponsor $25,000
Banquet Sponsor (2) $25,000 each Whitehorse or Fairbanks
Communications Sponsor (2) $25,000 each
Checkpoint Sponsor (9) $10,000 each
Official Supplier/Sponsor $10,000
Meet the Mushers Event Sponsor (2) $10,000 each
Quest Fest Event Sponsor $10,000
Activation opportunities and tailored benefits are available. Principal Partner
Principle Partner is the premier sponsorship package. Your company will be intrinsically linked to the Yukon Quest brand. Package Cost: $75,000 per year – 3 year commitment preferred
Rights & Usage Sales / Sampling and Event Hosting
Product Category Exclusivity Sales and sampling opportunities at Start line and Finish line Preferred supplier status Optional Product Offer to: Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Awards Ceremony Presentations Members and Volunteers Opportunity to present 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Awards Event hosting opportunities in Fairbanks and Whitehorse Co-Branding VIP Reception Company’s name/logo used in all YQ event material VIP reception to be hosted on behalf of sponsor in either Commercial use and co-branding of YQ logo Fairbanks or Whitehorse, including dignitaries, fellow VIPs and special guests Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship VIP Access Verbal Recognition VIP site accreditation granting access to VIP areas at Start line, Checkpoints and Finish line Stated recognition by official announcer at Start line and Finish line
Stated recognition by MC at Start & Finish Banquets
Principal Partner Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute Banners at Start and Finish (2 - 3x10) Full page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Structure Banner at Start and Finish (1) Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed in Advertisement in Banquet Programs in Fairbanks and Whitehorse downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the race. Logo in thank you ad in local newspaper Logo on podium and backdrop at Start & Finish Banquets Logo on ‘Start-lists’ for distribution to fans at Start line YQ to provide signage at Start & Finish Banquets Recognition on Banquet Tickets YQ to provide signage at all official checkpoints Logo recognition in the YQ E-Newsletter Opportunity to place additional signage on trail (sponsor provided) Recognition in local television and radio ads Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events and promotions Verbal recognition in local television and radio interviews Official sponsorship announcement via media conference Logo displayed on musher bibs, sled bibs, veterinarian jackets, and officials jackets Official announcement via media release
Logo to appear on all access passes, media accreditation passes and Check presentation and photo opportunity corresponding lanyards – lanyards provided by Partner Logo to appear on all media releases, schedules and printed/digital Web Presence event updates
Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating banner Merchandise
Sponsor Page – Corporate profile with logo and link Tickets to Start & Finish Banquets – 1 table with 8 seats
Live Tracking Page– Logo and Link Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquets prior to public Social Media sale Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting mushers Monthly branded contests on YQ Social Media Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin Regular mentions on YQ Facebook Page Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Regular mentions on YQ Twitter Account
Logo at start of all official YQ YouTube videos
Major Sponsor
A Major Sponsor supports the historic and epic 1,000 mile adventure that links Alaska and the Yukon. This package entitles your company to well-defined benefits and exposure. Package Cost: $50,000
Rights & Usage Sales / Sampling and Event Hosting
Product Category Exclusivity Sales and sampling opportunities at Start line and Finish line Preferred supplier status Optional product offer to Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Awards Ceremony Presentations Members and Volunteers Opportunity to present ‘Sportsmanship’ Award Event hosting opportunities in Fairbanks and Whitehorse and ‘Golden Harness’ Award VIP Reception Co-Branding VIP reception to be hosted on behalf of sponsor in either Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in Fairbanks or Whitehorse, including dignitaries, fellow VIPs advertising and marketing of sponsorship and special guests Verbal Recognition VIP Access Stated recognition by official announcer at Start line and VIP site accreditation granting access to VIP areas at Start Finish line line, Checkpoints and Finish line Stated recognition by MC at Start & Finish Banquets
Major Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage
Chute banner at Start and Finish (1 - 3x10) Media
Structure banner at Start and Finish (1) ½ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed in Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the race. Logo in thank you ad in local newspaper YQ to provide signage at Start & Finish Banquets Logo on ‘Start-lists’ for distribution to fans at Start line YQ to provide signage at all official checkpoints Recognition in the YQ E-Newsletter Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events Recognition in local radio ads and promotion Official sponsorship announcement via media conference Logo displayed on veterinarian jackets, officials jackets and volunteer item (supplied by sponsor) Official sponsorship announcement via media release
Logo to appear on all access passes, media accreditation passes Check presentation and photo opportunity Web Presence
Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating banner Merchandise
Sponsor Page – Corporate profile with logo and link Tickets to Start & Finish Banquets – 1 table with 8 seats
Live Tracking Page– Logo and link Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquets prior to public sale Social Media Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting musher 2 branded contests on YQ Social Media Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin Regular mentions on YQ Facebook Page Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Regular mentions on YQ Twitter Account
Logo at start of 3 produced YQ YouTube videos Volunteer Sponsor
Volunteers are the life-blood of the Yukon Quest, and as the Volunteer Sponsor your brand will contribute towards making our event a success. There are two Volunteer packages available, one to support volunteers in Yukon and one to support volunteers in Alaska.
Package Cost: $25,000 each
Rights & Usage Verbal Recognition
Product category exclusivity Stated recognition by official announcer at Start line and Finish line Preferred supplier status Awards Ceremony Presentation Stated recognition by MC at Start & Finish Banquets
Opportunity to present ‘Rookie of the Year’ Award VIP Reception
VIP reception tickets (2) if held Co-Branding VIP Access Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship VIP site accreditation granting access to VIP areas at Start line, Checkpoints and Finish line Sales / Sampling and Event Hosting
Sales and sampling opportunities at Start line or Finish line
Optional product offer to Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Members and Volunteers
Event hosting opportunities in Fairbanks or Whitehorse
Volunteer Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute banner at Start or Finish (1 - 3x10) ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed Logo in thank you ad in local newspaper downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual race Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter YQ to provide signage at Start & Finish Banquets Recognition in local radio ads Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions Official sponsorship announcement via media release
Logo displayed on volunteer item – item to be provided by Volunteer Sponsor for all volunteers Merchandise
4 tickets to the Start & Finish Banquets
Web Presence Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquets prior Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating banner to public sale
Sponsor Page – Corporate profile with logo and link Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting mushers Volunteer Page – Logo and link Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin
Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Social Media Regular mentions on YQ Facebook Page
Regular mentions on YQ Twitter Account Veterinary Care Sponsor
Canine care is a fundamental value of the Yukon Quest. Dedicated veterinarians from around the world will benefit from your support, enabling them to ensure every canine athlete receives outstanding care throughout their 1,000 mile journey.
Package Cost: $25,000
Rights & Usage Verbal Recognition
Product category exclusivity Stated recognition by official announcer at Start line and Finish line Preferred supplier status Awards Ceremony Presentation Stated recognition by MC at Start Banquet and Finish Banquet Opportunity to present ‘Vets Choice’ Award VIP Reception Co-Branding VIP reception tickets (2) if held Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship VIP Access VIP site accreditation granting access to VIP areas at Sales / Sampling and Event Hosting Start line, Checkpoints and Finish line Sales and sampling opportunities at Start line or Finish line
Optional product offer to Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Members and Volunteers
Event hosting opportunities in Fairbanks or Whitehorse
Veterinary Care Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute banner at Start or Finish (1 - 3x10) ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed Logo in thank you ad in local newspaper downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual race Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter YQ to provide signage at Start & Finish Banquets Recognition in local radio ads Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions Official sponsorship announcement via media release
Logo displayed on Veterinary team item – item to be provided by Veterinary Care Sponsor for all veterinarians Merchandise
4 tickets to the Start & Finish Banquets
Web Presence Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquets prior Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating banner to public sale
Sponsor Page – Corporate profile with logo and link Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting mushers Vet Page – Logo and link Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin
Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Social Media Regular mentions on YQ Facebook Page
Regular mentions on YQ Twitter Account Race Officials Sponsor
Competitive fairness and sportsmanship form the foundation of the Yukon Quest. As the sponsor of our Race Officials Program you will support dedicated mushing experts who in turn will support our canine and human athletes.
Package Cost: $25,000
Rights & Usage Verbal Recognition
Product category exclusivity Stated recognition by official announcer at Start line and Finish line Preferred supplier status Awards Ceremony Presentation Stated recognition by MC at Start & Finish Banquets
Opportunity to present ‘Challenge of the North’ Award VIP Reception
VIP reception tickets (2) if held Co-Branding VIP Access Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship VIP site accreditation granting access to VIP areas at Start line, Checkpoints and Finish line Sales / Sampling and Event Hosting
Sales and sampling opportunities at Start line or Finish line
Optional product offer to Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Members and Volunteers
Event hosting opportunities in Fairbanks or Whitehorse
Race Officials Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute banner at Start or Finish (1 - 3x10) ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed Logo in thank you ad in local newspaper downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual race Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter YQ to provide signage at Start & Finish Banquets Recognition in local radio ads Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions Official sponsorship announcement via media release
Logo displayed on Race Officials item – item to be provided by Race Officials Sponsor for all officials Merchandise
4 tickets to the Start & Finish Banquets
Web Presence Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquets prior Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating banner to public sale
Sponsor Page – Corporate profile with logo and link Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting mushers Race Officials Page – Logo and link Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin
Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Social Media Regular mentions on YQ Facebook Page
Regular mentions on YQ Twitter Account Banquet Sponsor
As a Banquet Sponsor, you will have the unique opportunity to host a celebration at the Start or Finish of this epic event. The Start Banquet provides a setting for mushers to meet the public and choose their start numbers. The Finish Banquet provides the setting for mushers to meet the public and receive their awards after a successful race.
Package Cost: $25,000 each
Rights & Usage Verbal Recognition
Product category exclusivity Stated recognition by official announcer at Start line and Finish line Preferred supplier status Awards Ceremony Presentation Stated recognition by MC at Start & Finish Banquets
Opportunity to participate in banquet presentations VIP Reception
VIP reception tickets (2) if held Co-Branding VIP Access Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship VIP site accreditation granting access to VIP areas at Start line, Checkpoints and Finish line Sales / Sampling and Event Hosting
Sales and sampling opportunities at Start line or Finish line
Optional product offer to Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Members and Volunteers
Event hosting opportunities in Fairbanks or Whitehorse
Banquet Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute Banner at Start or Finish (1 - 3x10) ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street Banner with company logo prominently displayed Logo in thank you ad in local newspaper downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual race Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter YQ to provide signage at Start & Finish Banquets Recognition in local radio ads Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions Official sponsorship announcement via media release
Logo displayed on Banquet tickets and program Merchandise Web Presence 4 tickets to the Start & Finish Banquets
Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating banner Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquets prior to public sale Sponsor Page – Corporate profile with logo and link Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting Banquet – Logo and link on all promotions mushers
Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin Social Media Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Regular mentions on YQ Facebook Page
Regular mentions on YQ Twitter Account
Communications Sponsor
With the tremendous growth of social media, Yukon Quest fans have come to rely on regular and timely updates, which includes videos, photos, status updates and real-time tracking of teams. As a Communication Sponsor your company would be associated with this vital part of the race.
Package Cost: $25,000 each
Rights & Usage Verbal Recognition
Product category exclusivity Stated recognition by official announcer at Start line and Finish line Preferred supplier status Awards Ceremony Presentation Stated recognition by MC at Start & Finish Banquets
Opportunity to present ‘Red Lantern’ Award VIP Reception
VIP reception tickets (2) if held Co-Branding VIP Access Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship VIP site accreditation granting access to VIP areas at Start line, Checkpoints and Finish line Sales / Sampling and Event Hosting
Sales and sampling opportunities at Start line or Finish line
Optional product offer to Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Members and Volunteers
Event hosting opportunities in Fairbanks or Whitehorse Communications Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute banner at Start or Finish (1 - 3x10) ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed Logo in thank you ad in local newspaper downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual race Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter YQ to provide signage at Start & Finish Banquets Recognition in local radio ads Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions Official sponsorship announcement via media release
Logo displayed on Race Communications team (provided by sponsor) Merchandise
4 tickets to the Start & Finish Banquets
Web Presence Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquets prior Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating banner to public sale
Sponsor Page – Corporate profile with logo and link Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting mushers Official Standings Page – Logo and link Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin
Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Social Media Regular mentions on YQ Facebook Page
Regular mentions on YQ Twitter Account Checkpoint Sponsor
As a Checkpoint Sponsor, you will have the opportunity to impact a specific community along the trail. The Yukon Quest plays a key role in the economic development and social life of these communities during the winter, and these communities are at the heart of the Yukon Quest.
Package Cost: $10,000 each Checkpoints Available: Two Rivers, Mile 101, Central, Circle City, Eagle, Dawson City, Pelly Crossing, Carmacks, Braeburn Co-Branding Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship Sales / Sampling Preferred supplier status Sales and sampling opportunities at Checkpoint Optional product offer to Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Members and Volunteers Verbal Recognition
Stated recognition by official announcer at Start line
Stated recognition by MC at Start Banquet and Finish Banquet
VIP Reception
VIP reception tickets (2) if held
Checkpoint Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute banner at Start and Finish (1 - 3x4) ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter race. Official sponsorship announcement via media release YQ to provide signage at Start or Finish Banquet
Signage at Checkpoint Merchandise Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions 2 Tickets to either the Start or Finish Banquet
Signage at chosen Checkpoint Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquet prior to public sale
Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting Web Presence mushers Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin banner Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Sponsor Page – Logo and link
Social Media
Recognition on YQ Facebook Page
Recognition on YQ Twitter Accounts Official Supplier
As an Official Supplier, you will be a key factor in the success of the organization and race. Dog food, straw, phones, hotel rooms and numerous other supplies are required to execute this race.
Package Cost: $10,000
Co-Branding Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship Sales / Sampling Preferred supplier status Sales and sampling opportunities at one event Optional product offer to Mushers, Officials, Veterinarians, Members and Volunteers Verbal Recognition
Stated recognition at selected event
Stated recognition by MC at Start Banquet and Finish Banquet
VIP Reception
VIP reception tickets (2) if held
Official Supplier Benefits & Exposure
Signage
Chute banner at Start and Finish (1 - 3x4)
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed Media downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual race. Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual YQ to provide signage at Start or Finish Banquet Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions Official sponsorship announcement via media release
Signage at one event Merchandise Web Presence 2 Tickets to either Start or Finish Banquet
Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating banner Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquet prior to public sale Sponsor Page – Logo and link Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting mushers Social Media Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin Recognition on YQ Facebook Page Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item Recognition on YQ Twitter Account
‘Meet the Mushers’ Event Sponsor
As our‘Meet the Mushers’Event Sponsor, you will have a unique opportunity to profile your company to race fans and community members. This free evening event hosts school children, adults and VIP’s as they mingle and chat with mushers.
Package Cost: $10,000 each
Co-Branding Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship Sales / Sampling Preferred supplier status Sales and sampling opportunities at ‘Meet the Mushers’ Event Optional product offer to Mushers, Members and Volunteers Verbal Recognition
Stated recognition at ‘Meet the Mushers’ Event
Stated recognition by MC at Start Banquet and Finish Banquet VIP Reception
VIP reception tickets (2) if held
‘Meet the Mushers’ Event Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute banner at Start and Finish (1 - 3x4) ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter race. Official sponsorship announcement via media release YQ to provide signage at Start or Finish Banquet
Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions Merchandise
Signage at ‘Meet the Mushers’ event 2 Tickets to either the Start or Finish Banquet Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquet prior to public sale Web Presence Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating mushers banner Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin Sponsor Page – Logo and link Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item
Social Media
Recognition on YQ Facebook & Twitter during ‘Meet the Mushers’ event
‘Quest Fest’ Event Sponsor
This vibrant week-long celebration attracts locals and visitors alike. Your company will have the opportunity to interact directly with potential consumers. Engaging demonstrations, merchandising and presentations will take place at this free event located in the heart of downtown Whitehorse.
Package Cost: $10,000
Co-Branding Opportunity to use Yukon Quest name and logo in advertising and marketing of sponsorship Sales / Sampling Preferred supplier status Sales and sampling opportunities at ‘Quest Fest’ Event Optional product offer to Mushers, Members and Volunteers Verbal Recognition
Stated recognition at ‘Quest Fest’ Event
Stated recognition by MC at Start Banquet and Finish Banquet VIP Reception
VIP reception tickets (2) if held
‘Quest Fest’ Event Sponsor Benefits & Exposure
Signage Media
Chute banner at Start and Finish (1 - 3x4) ¼ page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual
Street banner with company logo prominently displayed Recognition with logo in the YQ Race Annual downtown Whitehorse/Fairbanks. Yours to keep after the Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter race. Official sponsorship announcement via media release YQ to provide signage at Banquet in Whitehorse
Year-round exposure at YQ headquarters and fundraising events/promotions Merchandise
Signage at ‘Quest Fest’ event 2 Tickets to Banquet in Whitehorse Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to banquet prior to public sale Web Presence Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting Yukon Quest Main Page – Logo and link on rotating mushers banner Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin Sponsor Page – Logo and link Option to purchase and design exclusive merchandise item
Social Media
Recognition on YQ Facebook & Twitter during ‘Quest Fest’ event
Lead Dog Sponsor
We offer sponsorship benefits to suit any business. BE A PART OF OUR WINNING TEAM, BECOME A YUKON QUEST SPONSOR
Package Cost: $5,000
Signage Merchandise
Chute Banner at Start and Finish (1 - 3x4) 2 Tickets to Banquet
Street Banner with company logo prominently Opportunity to purchase additional tickets to displayed downtown. Yours to keep after the race. banquet prior to public sale
Web Presence Special edition YQ poster – autographed by all starting mushers Sponsor Page – Logo and link Media Option to purchase and design exclusive sponsor pin 1/8 page advertisement in the YQ Race Annual Option to purchase and design exclusive Recognition in the YQ Race Annual merchandise item Recognition with logo in the YQ E-Newsletter VIP Reception
VIP Reception Tickets (2) if held
Contact Info
Natalie Haltrich Marti Steury #2-1109 Front Street 550 First Avenue Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 5G4 Fairbanks, Alaska 99701 Phone (867) 668-4711 Phone (907) 452-7954 Fax (867) 668-6674 Fax (907) 452-7959 [email protected] [email protected]
Thank you – for taking the time to learn about the opportunities with this unique and exciting event.