DIOCESE OF CLEVELAND Family FESTival

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7

Your involvement in the FEST is a high value that places your name and message before 39,000+ teens and young families across Northern Ohio. WHAT IS THE FEST? BE A SPONSOR! The FEST is an annual family FESTival sponsored by the Diocese FEST Area Village Friends of Sponsorship Name Presenting Main Stage Sponsor Sponsor the FEST of Cleveland. Now in its sixteenth year, it brings together over 39,000+ people from across the region for a day of family, faith, and SPONSORSHIP COST* $18,000 $12,500 $10,000 $8,000 $3,000 fun all for free. Exclusivity 6 7 8 25 no limit There are many components that come together for a Inclusion on radio promos x great day! There is something for everyone at The FEST: Inclusion on any FEST Billboards x x Inclusion on any Plain Dealer x x • Top national Christian Artists performing on an amazing Live Stage Advertisements • Family Friendly displays & booths • Affordably priced food Area Naming Rights x Free 1/2 page Free 1/4 page 35% off the 25% off the • Junior High Adventure Area 10% off the cost AUGUST 9, 2015 FEST Program Guide (Day-of advertisement. advertisement. cost of any cost of any • High School Youth Rally of any advertising Magazine) Discount on Discount on advertisement advertisement space BACKSTAGE PASS • An incredible Children’s Activity Area additional space additional space space space • Marc’s Mom’s Relaxation Station MERCYME • Dad’s Den Jumbotron Commercial** 15 times 8 times 6 times 4 times STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN

• All for FREE Logos on Postcards*** x x MATT MAHER

The FEST has established itself as a summer highlight for thousands and Logos on Raffle Brochures x x x One pass per person. .US Must obey security/police. thousands of people in the 8 counties that make up the Diocese of Cleveland -- WWW.THEFEST Logo Looping on Jumbotron x x x x x AUGUST 9, 2015 Ashland, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Summit and Wayne counties. DINING ROOM HOURS 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Northeast Ohio is the base of The FEST attendance with strong contingents Logo Looping on all monitors x x x coming from Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Michigan to celebrate this throughout grounds tremendous day of faith! Logo on Posters x x x x

Chick-Fil-A cordially Logo on 1/2 and full sheet flyers invites you to the x x x x x Friends of the FEST Room. Diocese of Cleveland at a Glance: DIREcTIONS: Enter Founders Room through the QUAD (over 250,000 printed) (near the Marc’s Mom’s Relaxation Station, follow the signs) AUGUST 9, 2015 ★ 692,644 Catholic parishioners (25% of the 8 county population) Logo on back of all FEST letters x x x x www.theFEST.us ★ 185 Catholic Parishes Logo on any other printed x x x Per piece basis ★ 57 Catholic Preschools (2,856 students) Materials 95 Catholic elementary schools (29,257 students) ★ TOP 10 FEST FRIENDLY On-site banners x x x x ★ 20 Catholic secondary schools (13,042 students) CITIES IN 2015 Tent Flexible Flexible 15x15 15x15 10x10 ★ 3 Catholic colleges and universities MEDIA ★ Over 39,000+ people at the FEST 2015 Cleveland Logos on promo tshirts x x x x WWW.THEFEST.US LOCATION: Go to the tall glass doors at the front of 4:00pm the property (on Euclid Ave). A FEST team member Mentor will be there to greet you 10 mintues before. Logos on other printed material x x x Per piece basis Per piece basis FEST MEET & GREET Brunswick Main Stage at 2:30 VIP Parking Passes x x limited limited limited Euclid VIP Passes (Includes Food) x x limited limited limited BUILDING 429 Who is coming to The FEST? Parma/Parma Heights With the release of 2011’s Listen to the Sound, Building 429 solidified its place as one of Christian music’s best-loved and most influential bands. The hit single “Where I Belong” became an anthem for today’s believers and was Billboard Magazine’s No. 1 Christian song of 2012. The song set an Backstage and Meet & Greet impressive record as it became the first song to remain at No. 1 for 15 weeks, an unprecedented feat. Pushing forward with a renewed passion and sense of purpose, Building 429 now unleashes x x We Won’t Be Shaken. In intentional efforts to serve its fans, Building 429 offers a fresh approach, The FEST is free and open to all. There are many Wickliffe Passes (as permitted by artist) yet delivers the absolute substance listeners want with the new project. Website banners on FEST opportunities for us to ‘track’ who comes to The FEST. x x AUGUST 9, 2015 Painesville Website At Building 429’s Meet & Greet you will be able to take a picture with the group. Based on those who registered at FEST 2015, here’s who Weblinks from the FEST site to Akron x x x x came to The FEST and where they live. your company site Medina * Sponsorship payment/invoicing can be setup by request (Quarterly, Monthy, Annually etc.) **ALL commercials must be received by July 15th in .mov format Strongsville *** ALL logos must be received in a timely fashion and in .AI, .EPS and PDF formats to ensure highest quality of all materials WHY SHOULD YOU BE THE FEST at a glance 2015: a free event which 2016: a free event which INVOLVED IN THE FEST? dynamic an estimated 39,000+ people attended an estimated 39,000+ people will attend 2015: estimated over 19,000 2016: estimated over 20,500 Your support for The The FEST is good for the families across our region who attend and it is good young people to participated to participate for you and your business. At the FEST you will find thousands of young FEST makes all the over half of the participants were comprised of young families families (parents and children) who want to interact with family-focused their parents (husband/wife in their 30’s-40’s with young children) difference. It allows sponsors and vendors. Those who come to the FEST show their appreciation The FEST to be FREE and gratitude to our sponsors by creating a halo-effect that lasts long after the regional from the Northeast Ohio area and beyond event is over. The FEST is an end of the summer celebration that will have a and open to everyone brings together people from different areas and religions – positive impact for your business throughout the whole year. diverse in our region along different ages and backgrounds The FEST is a highlight of the summer season and a great day for families in active day-long Christian music by Christian Contemporary bands with your customers attractions for teens and adults of all ages and employees. our region. It is organized by a team of 1,473 volunteers who work together kids activities area with energy and passion to create a day that is welcoming for all people. 70+ corporate and retail select vendors on hand whose displays engaging enhance the quality and value of this family-based event. Everything about The FEST is unique and extraordinary: activities and opportunities to encourage personal prayer and reflection followed life changing by a truly inspirational religious service in the language of our time ★ It is FREE and open to all! There are activities, games, and interactive displays which are positive ★ What would the FEST cost for a FAMILY of FIVE if it was not FREE? and reinforce family values, faith, and character. ★ The grounds and signage at The FEST create a clean, comfortable, safe and energetic atmosphere for 39,000+ people to gather together. OVER $450.00 Nationally known band concert tickets ($50.00 x 5)...... $250.00 Just wanted to let you know ★ The music is diverse (national and local artists, of all genres) reflecting Parking...... $15.00 The FEST is the greatest many styles with a positive message of faith and family values. Food at The FEST (you can bring your own or purchase) .... $50.00 event. God bless you and Ride tickets for attractions, and other games ...... $85.00 ★ There are free things and affordably priced food to make this a perfect, everyone that is a part of Fee for crafts, giveaways, entertainment ...... $50.00 affordable family day. The Fest because of the Value of giveaways from Sponsors, Marc’s Moms Relxation Station and others...... $40.00 positive and spiritual energy In a culture and era that talks a lot about supporting and promoting family it produces. My husband, life, The FEST truly celebrates what is best in our region. Northeastern Ohio is grandson, and myself enjoyed it so much. Thank you again a great place to raise a family. This is evidenced and experienced at The FEST. Those who attend The FEST are loyal and grateful. Our sponsors share with for all your hard work. FANTASTIC day! Our family plans our summer us the deep appreciation and gratitude they receive from their customers in --Connie around this event! They just get better every year. appreciation for their support of The FEST. Already have the date reserved for FEST 2016. See you then! Thank you for the most spectacular day, Laurie & Family THE FEST More than an event – a complete marketing experience The FEST | The Event: WHY YOU SHOULD INVEST! The FEST is a one day family festival sponsored by the Diocese of Cleveland. This daylong celebration of faith, family, music and fun brings together over 40,000 people each summer from across Northeast Ohio. People of every age, faith, race and background join us for this incredible day filled with live national Christian bands, vendors, sponsors, ★ The FEST provides direct access to thousands of activities, rock walls, BMX shows, displays and much, much more all for FREE. The entire event is completely free, people through local parishes, day schools, high making it the marquee family event in our region. schools and local businesses. The FEST | Throughout the Year: ★ The FEST also offers you an excellent opportunity While The FEST itself is a one day event, it sponsors numerous concerts and service projects, keeping it relevant and and value for your marketing and advertising dollars. visible to our audience throughout the entire year. As with most faith based audiences, The FEST audience is very engaged, loyal and appreciative. Additionally, The FEST works with local Catholic schools and churches to promote The Complete packages are available that include: media, FEST and its events year round. direct mail, and day-of promotions. The FEST | Marketing ★ The FEST has great value for both our local community The FEST utilizes a wide variety of marketing tactics to reach its audience: and the advertisers/sponsors of the event. Thousands Radio: Salem Communications and 95.5 The FISH are our primary radio partner. The FISH goes ‘into the belly of the of people will see your participation in a consistent whale’ of our audience – parents with families who want wholesome, family music and fun. We’ve developed a great relationship with The FISH over the years and together we work hard to drive tens of thousands of people to The FEST! and overwhelmingly positive way. TV: We have relationships with Channels 3 & 5, running commercials and ads on their websites. Working with the local TV stations allows us to reach a wider audience, promoting the event and your business! ★ The activities and the dynamic of the day-long event Print: We’ve had a great relationship with the Northeast Ohio Media Group over the past several years, running ads and create a very strong and lasting impression among stories to promote The FEST! The FEST also prints and distributes over 700,000 flyers, brochures, pamphlets and other those in attendance. items each year – all with your logo and company name! Billboards: By working with local partners, The FEST utilizes several area billboards along I-71 and I-480 to promote The “We had an amazing FEST. Thousands of impressions each day! “Thank you for a wonderful day time at The FEST this Corporate Partners: The FEST is a win-win-win scenario for all of our sponsors. We work with each of our sponsors to of Christian music, fellowship & provide them with the materials to invite their employees and families to the event: It’s a free, family friendly event their year. Thank you!!” employees can come to, the employees feel good their company is involved in such a high quality event and the more plain fun! We had a blast!” -Charisse people that are at the event, the more everyone wins! -Maca Web & Email: With an email list of over 11,000 and web traffic in the tens of thousands throughout the summer months, The FEST effectively utilizes email and the web to promote the event and its sponsors. “It was a brilliant day out and it seemed to be Social Media: We have a strong following on Facebook and Twitter and are constantly working to expand our reach using video and social media. a huge success, I really enjoyed working it.” Diocese of Cleveland: By utilizing the Diocese of Cleveland’s strong infrastructure, The FEST is able to work with a -Chris network of over 200 churches, schools and organizations to spread the word about the event and invite attendees. In the months leading up to The FEST, we will speak in over 80 churches, schools and camps to promote The FEST and offer our thanks to our sponsors. The FEST | Brand Loyalty The FEST audience is extremely loyal to the event and because it is free, they are extremely loyal to our sponsors. The FEST THEFEST 2016 creates a strong halo effect for all the companies and organizations who are a part of the event. Throughout the entire year our sponsors receive emails and letters of thanks for their participation to make such a great event possible. Business partners in The fest can expect to realize a strong halo effect. You will be viewed in the most positive of terms by those people who associate you with helping achieve the ongoing success and growth of The fest each year. WE LOVE OUR 2015 SPONSORS!

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