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2021 ART ON THE SQUARE Sponsorship Opportunities Oct 22, 23, 24, 2021 BECOME A SPONSOR of ART ON THE SQUARE
Through the generous support of our outstanding partners, Art on the Square has defined itself as a nationally ranked Art Show for the last 19 years. Our Corporate Sponsors not only increase their branding power among affluent audiences, but more importantly, they become a vital part of our growing efforts to develop our community, as we provide art opportunities throughout the year, free of charge. Through your continued support, Art on the Square’s mission will continue to enhance the lives of families, and our businesses, throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan area. On behalf of our Board of Directors, and our entire Committee, would like to take this opportunity to thank you for assisting us in making a difference throughout our community for many years, and as we strive to continue to enhance our community’s future, each and every day.
Art on the Square Committee 2021 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
ACHIEVEMENTS: DATES OF SHOW: q Ranked in the top 45 shows in the nation q OCT 22, 23 & 24, 2021 since its inception
st q Ranked 1 in the nation in 2008, 2010, TIMES OF SHOW: 2011 and 2012, 2016, 2017 q nd Friday – 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. q Ranked 2 in the nation 2009, 2013 & 2014, 2015 q Saturday – 1 a.m. to p.m.
q Sunday – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. LOCATION: q Held on the Public Square, Downtown SHOW FEATURES: Belleville, Illinois q Attendees can view a variety of creative q Downtown Belleville is a charming and and originals works of art, including but eclectic business district with a mix of not limited to – painting, jewelry, boutiques, retail, restaurants and sculpture, photography, glasswork, residential in the heart of the City of woodcarving, digital and multi-media Belleville, Illinois. compositions.
ATTENDANCE: Presented by q Averages 60,000 people over the three- day event. q Art on the Square Committee, 600+ Volunteers and The City of Belleville, IL 2019 SPONSORS 2019 SPONSORS
Sustainer Sponsors Enthusiasts Sponsors Artist in Residency Sponsors
Becker, Hoerner, Thompson & Ysursa Belleville Chamber of Commerce Ashland Storage Centers Grimm & Gorly Grand Rental Station Bank of Belleville Joe Harnist Insurance Agency Bank of Springfield Junior Service Club FCB Bank McDermott Construction Larry Brockman Holland Construction McKendree University Print Master Kores LePere Foundation Mueller Furniture Wilson, Dabler & Associates Jack Schmitt Family of Dealerships Moto Mart / FKG Oil Padgett Builders William Steihl Jr, Attorney at Law Providence Bank Raymond James St. Elizabeth's Hospital WHY BE A PART OF ART ON THE SQUARE?
¨ 1. ITS AN EVENT WITH 2. AN IMPRESSIVE NATIONAL SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! RANKING
ART ON THE SQUARE’s Programming Since 2001 – ART ON THE SQUARE features:
o In our second year – ranked in TOP 25 art o Visual Artists shows in the nation o MAIN STAGE musical performances all o In our third year – ranked BEST SMALL weekend long TOWN ART SHOW
th o Wine Court with entertainment o In our 4 year – ranked in the TOP 10 art shows of the nation o Interactive Children’s ART area th o In our 5 year – ranked in the TOP 5 art o Extensive Food Court featuring culinary shows in the nation delights th o In our 6th – 16 year – ranked #1 or #2 in o Artist Demonstrations the nation
o Has an attendance of 60,000+
o Has been selected as one of the top shows to apply for by artists all around the world, due to our appeal and profitability in sales.
o Selected as a MIDWEST TRAVEL TREASURE
o Selected as a feature on PBS ARTS ACROSS ILLINOIS
o St. Louis Arts & Education Council Award for Arts Collaboration
o Named Best Art Fair in the Region in 2019 by St. Louis Magazine People’s Choice Voters 3. A STRONG VOLUNTEER EFFORT & COMMITMENT FROM OUR 4. ART FOR ALL TO ENJOY COMMUNITY
ART ON THE SQUARE – with the ART ON THE SQUARE PROVIDES: assistance of over 600+ Volunteers brings to our community
o Original Artwork in 11 different mediums o FREE 3-Day event open to the public o Hosts a variety of National and o An event easily accessible for the entire International artists St. Louis Metropolitan area through Bi- o Children’s Garden of Art Area with Stare Development and St. Clair make~it & take~it art activities. County Transit. o o Additional educational opportunities all throughout the year o An inviting atmosphere for all in attendance to enjoy right in the heart of Belleville, IL l 5. THE WORD IS OUT! 6. AFFLUENT AND EDUCATED AUDIENCE
ART ON THE SQUARE BRINGS TOGETHER AN ART ON THE SQUARE HAS FORMED AFFLUENT & EDUCATED AUDIENCE TO MEDIA PARTNERSHIPS WITH: IT’S SPONSORS…..Our most recent survey results: o The 9 Network of Public Media AGES: o Entercom Radio – including KMOX, Y98 and KEZK 18-29 8% 30-45 40% o KTRS Radio 46-69 22% o KTVI Channel 2 & KPLR 11 75 12% 75+ 5% o KMOV News 4 o KSDK Newschannel 5 AVERAGE INCOME RANGE: o St. Louis Public Radio $20K 8% o St. Louis Magazine $$40K 8% $60K 30% o FEAST Magazine $80K - $100K+ 32% o MARKETPLACE Magazine 100K & Above 22% o MIDWEST LIVING Magazine AREA OF RESIDENCE: o The Tourism Times o Town & Style Magazine ST. CLAIR CTY 52% MADISON CTY 3% o Belleville News Democrat Other IL CTY 3% o LADUE News ST. LOUIS CTY 37% OUTSIDE IL & MO 5% o Webster Kirkwood Times o THE EDGE – Edwardsville Intelligencer EDUCATION: High School 15% o 4 BILLBOARD PANELS throughout St. Louis Metropolitan Area College 30% Masters 39% o Web Ads with BND Doctorate 16% 7. PROMOTING ART EDUCATION 8. PROVEN RETURN ON YOUR & OUR COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
ART ON THE SQUARE’S SUSTAINED VISIBILITY & PROMINENCE THROUGHOUT THE ART ART ON THE SQUARE CONDUCTS EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITY, OUR OWN METROPOLITAN AREA PROGRAMS ALL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR & THE NATION HAS JUSTIFIED:
o PNC Arts Alive Grant Recipient for Sculpture Exhibit o 97% Sponsorship Renewal rate since it’s inception featuring FLIGHT by Dale Rogers o 8% increase in sponsorships in 2019 o Artist in Residency Programs o The ability to form consistent and multi-faceted o High School Art Sculpture Project sponsorship programs – set to meet every sponsors needs and objectives o Sculpture in the City Program o Sculpture in the City guided educational tours in conjunction with the ST. CLAIR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY. o BEST OF SHOW Sponsor for DOWNTOWN GINGERBREAD COMPETITION o Sponsor of MASTERWORKS CHORALE “Give My Regards to Broadway” show o ART EDUCATION & PURCHASING PROGRAM through JUNIOR SERVICE CLUB o RACIAL HARMONY Gallery Show o UMB RAILS, TRAILS & ART PROGRAM through UMB BANK o Elementary School Art Cash Buying Program 9. MARKETING & BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE; 10. SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS MAY DEPENDING ON YOUR LEVEL OF ALSO INCLUDE: INVESTMENT
o Logo inclusion on Billboards throughout o Promotion of your business in all print the St. Louis Metropolitan area materials – including magazine, newspaper television and radio ads o Logo/Name inclusion on all promotional ads and materials, including program o Access to VIP RECEPTION held on opening night of show. guid o Reserved parking throughout the entire o Booth availability – spend the weekend show with us and our over 60,000 guests o Access to VIP Refreshment Area at TOP OF o Your business highlighted on the ART THE SQUARE throughout the entire show ON THE SQUARE website o Use of ART ON THE SQUARE BUILDING on o On-site signage a mutually agreed upon date o Social Media presence o Invitation to ART CASH RECEPTION o Logo inclusion on TV ads o Sponsorship THANK YOU Reception
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Distinguish your Business through ART ON THE SQUARE VISIONARY SPONSORSHIP
$10,000
VISIONARY AS A VISIONARY SPONSOR SPONSOR OF ART ON THE SQUARE YOU WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING $10,000+ FOR YOUR INVESTMENT: GROUNDS & LOGISTICS, HIGH SCHOOL SCULPTURE IN THE CITY PROGRAM,
MAIN STAGE
§ Logo/ Name featured on all promotional materials
§ Logo on sponsors thank you page in program
§ Full-page ad in program book
§ Headline banner on Main Stage page of AOTS website
§ Logo featured on web site with link to sponsor site
§ Sponsor banner around fountain during duration of event
§ Announcement before each act on stage
§ 30 guests to AFFAIR ON THE SQUARE reception Friday evening
§ 15 VIP PARKING PASSES
§ Table of 8 at AWARDS BRUNCH
§ 15 passes to the “Top of the Square” VIP area
6 § 8 tickets to ART CASH RECEPTION
§ 6 tickets to SPONSORSHIP THANK YOU LUNCHEON
§ 50 Commemorative Posters for staff/family
§ Logo Inclusion on all press releases
§ 10 x 10 Promotional booth on at event site
§ LIVE Interview on Art on the Square Facebook Page
§ § Opportunity to host up to 50 guests at the TOP OF THE SQUARE area of the Art on the Square Building – on a mutually agreed upon date (food & drink not included) AS A BENEFACTOR SPONSOR OF ART ON THE SQUARE BENEFACTOR YOU WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING SPONSOR FOR YOUR INVESTMENT:
$ 00 Presenting Sponsor of Art Cash Reception, Children’s Garden of Art, Poster Preview Reception, Food Court, Design Stage, Artist Hospitality, Theme Sponsor or Volunteer Sponsor
§ Name featured on ALL Posters and Full/Half page ads
§ Logo inclusion in program book on sponsor Thank You page
§ Half page ad in program book
§ Headline Banner on AOTS Website - specific sponsor area will determine website placement)
§ Logo featured on web site with link to sponsor site
§ Signage on Art Fair grounds
§ 26 guests to AFFAIR ON THE SQUARE Friday night reception
§ 13 VIP PARKING PASSES
§ 6 tickets to AWARDS BRUNCH
§ 10�tickets to TOP OF THE SQUARE VIP area
§ 6 tickets to ART CASH RECEPTION
§ 4 tickets to SPONSORSHIP THANK YOU LUNCHEON
§ 25 Commemorative Posters for staff/family
§ Logo inclusion on all Press Releases
§ 10 x 10 promotional booth at event site § Opportunity to host up to 50 guests at the TOP OF THE SQUARE area of the Art on the Square Building – on a mutually agreed upon date (food & drink not included) AS A FRIEND SPONSOR FRIEND OF ART ON THE SQUARE SPONSOR YOU WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING FOR YOUR INVESTMENT: $5000 Presenting Sponsor of Thank You Reception, High School Exhibit, Wine court Area & Entertainment, “Top of the Square” Hospitality Area
• Name inclusion on promotional materials
• One half page ad in program book
• Logo on web site with link to sponsor site
• Signage on Event grounds
• Banner logo on AOTS Website (placement determined by sponsorship area)
• Individual sponsor banner around fountain
• 20 guests to AFFAIR ON THE SQUARE Friday evening reception
• 10 VIP parking passes
• 4 tickets to AWARDS BRUNCH
4 tickets to ART CASH RECEPTION•
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• 4 tickets to the TOP OF THE SQUARE VIP area
• 4 tickets to SPONSORSHIP THANK YOU LUNCHEON
• 10Commemorative Posters
Opportunity§ to host up to 50 guests at the TOP OF THE SQUARE area of the Art on the Square Building – on a mutually agreed upon date (food & drink not included) AS A SUSTAINER SPONSOR SUSTAINER OF ART ON THE SQUARE SPONSOR YOU WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING $2500 FOR YOUR INVESTMENT:
Presenting Sponsor of Elementary Art Purchase Program, Awards Brunch, International Art Walk, Shuttle Service, or an Artist Demonstration Area, Illinois Art Walk
§ Name inclusion in program book
§ One-fourth page ad in program book
§ Name inclusion on Website
§ Signage at Event
§ 10 guests to “Affair on the Square “ Friday evening reception
§ 5 VIP weekend parking passes
§ 8 tickets to TOP OF THE SQUARE VIP area 2 Tickets to AWARDS BRUNCH § 4 tickets to ART CASH RECEPTION
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§ 2 tickets to SPONSORSHIP THANK YOU LUNCHEON
§ 10 Commemorative Posters
§ Opportunity to host up to 50 guests at the TOP OF THE SQUARE area of the Art on the Square Building – on a mutually agreed upon date (food & drink not included) AS AN ENTHUSIAST/ARTIST IN RESIDENCY SPONSOR ENTHUSIAST / ARTIST IN OF ART ON THE SQUARE RESIDENCY YOU WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING SPONSOR FOR YOUR INVESTMENT: $1500 § Name inclusion in program book
§ One-eighth page ad in program book
§ Name inclusion on Website
§ Signage at Event
§ 4 guests to “Affair on the Square “ Friday evening reception
§ 2 VIP weekend parking passes
§ 2 Tickets to AWARDS BRUNCH
§ 4 tickets to TOP OF THE SQUARE VIP area
§ 4 Tickets to SPONSORSHIP THANK YOU LUNCHEON 4 tickets to ART CASH RECEPTION
10�Commemorative Posters
§ Opportunity to host up to 25 guests at the TOP OF THE SQUARE area of the Art on the Square Building – on a mutually agreed upon date (food & drink not included)
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