SPONSOR THE CANINE EXPO & SYMPOSIUM

April 2–4, 2027 • Starline Factory, Harvard, IL

Theme: Casino Night

Sponsorship Opportunities

Join us for an elegant evening celebrating the people and organizations making a true difference in the canine world. The Canine Impact Gala & Awards - Casino Night Theme brings together leaders, advocates, and professionals across the dog community for an unforgettable fine dining experience with gaming, raffles, awards, and live entertainment.

Your sponsorship directly fund the 2027 Canine Expo & Symposium — a landmark event uniting every corner of the canine world - and those proceeds fund the 501(c)3 programs of Herzog’s Heroes and Animal Humane Advocacy.

PREMIER SPONSORS

Presenting Sponsor – $4,000

• 30-second promotional video featuring your business (yours to keep for future use)

• Top logo placement on all event materials and social media

• Recognition as our Presenting Sponsor during opening remarks

• 2–3 minute speaking opportunity at the event

• Full-page ad in the event program

• Prominent branding throughout the venue

• 4 VIP tickets to the event

• Option to provide a promotional item in guest gift bags

• Logo on event step-and-repeat backdrop and press materials

Casino Night Sponsor – $3,000

• 30-second promotional video featuring your business (yours to keep for future use)

• Top logo placement on all event materials and social media

• Recognition as the Casino Night Sponsor during opening remarks

• 1–2 minute speaking opportunity during the event

• Full-page ad in the event program

• Branding on all casino tables

• 4 VIP tickets to the event

• Option to provide a promotional item in gift bags

Dinner Sponsor – $2,500

• 30-second promotional video featuring your business (yours to keep for future use)

• Logo placement on dinner tables and social media
  

• Recognition during dinner service

• 1/2-page ad in the event program

• 3 VIP tickets to the event

• Option to provide a promotional item in gift bags

• Logo on printed dinner menus (if used)

Awards Sponsor – $2,500

• 30-second promotional video featuring your business (yours to keep for future use)

• Logo on all award certificates and winner announcements

• Recognition as the official Awards Sponsor

• 1/2-page ad in event program

• 3 VIP tickets to the event

• Option to present an award on stage

• Option to provide a promotional item in gift bags

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CHAMPION SPONSORS

Cocktail Hour Sponsor – $2,000

• Logo signage at bar and on social media

• Recognition as the Cocktail Hour Sponsor

• 1/2-page ad in the event program

• 2 VIP tickets to the event

• Option to provide a promotional item in gift bags

Silent Auction Sponsor – $2,000

• Logo on auction tables and social media

• Recognition as the Silent Auction Sponsor during announcements

• 1/2-page ad in event program

• 2 VIP tickets to the event

• Option to provide a promotional item in gift bags

Red Carpet/Photo Backdrop Sponsor – $2,000

• Logo featured on photo backdrop and all event photos

• Recognition during announcements

• 1/2-page ad in event program

• 2 VIP tickets to the event

• Option to provide a promotional item in gift bags

Wine & Bourbon Sponsor – $1,500

• Logo at tasting area and on social media

• Recognition during tasting announcements

• 1/4-page ad in event program

• 2 general admission tickets

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

Band/Entertainment Sponsor – $1,500

• Prominent logo on stage and social media

• Recognition during band announcements

• 1/4-page ad in event program

• 2 general admission tickets

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

Dessert Sponsor – $1,500

• Logo signage at dessert tables and in dining area

• Recognition during dessert service

• 1/4-page ad in event program

• 2 general admission tickets

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

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SUPPORTING SPONSORS

Event Program Sponsor – $750

• Full-page back cover ad for maximum visibility

• Logo on program front cover and social media

• Recognition during announcements

• 2 general admission tickets

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

Centerpiece Sponsor – $750

• Logo on all dinner centerpieces

• 1/8-page ad in event program

• 2 general admission tickets

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

Gift Bag Sponsor – $500

• Logo on each gift bag distributed to guests

• Recognition during announcements

• 1/8-page ad in event program

• 2 general admission tickets

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

Gaming Table Sponsor (7 Available) – $350

• Logo at your sponsored game table and on social media

• 1/8-page ad in event program

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

Dinner Table Sponsor (12 Available) – $250

• Logo displayed at your dinner table and on social media

• 1/8-page ad in event program

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

Partner Sponsor – $250

• Name listed in event program and on social media

• Option to include a promotional item in gift bags

Prize Sponsors

$3,000+ Value

• Full-page ad in program

• 4 VIP tickets to the event

• Recognition during prize presentation and announcements

• Acknowledgment on social media

$500–$1,999 Value

• 1/4-page ad in program

• 2 general admission tickets

• Recognition during prize announcement

• Acknowledgment on social media

$250–$499 Value

• 1/8-page ad in program

• Recognition during prize announcement

• Acknowledgment on social media

Up to $249 Value

• Name listed in event program

• Recognition during prize announcement

• Acknowledgment on social media

Add-On Opportunities

• Program Ad Only: $100–$500 (based on size)

• Custom Video Production Add-On: $250 (if sponsor does not provide a 30-second video)

• Exclusive Gift Bag Placement: $100

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[Email: info@canineimpactinitiative.org]