Science Fair Event Sponsorship

Thank you for your interest in sponsoring the Minnesota State Science and Engineering Fair (SSEF)! We seek organizations and individuals willing to partner with us in creating a unique and special event for students from across Minnesota.

Event sponsors provide event space, in-kind donations, event exhibits, and critical funding for:

• Resources and support for schools and students

• Program planning

• Volunteer recruitment

• Registration fee waivers

• In-person event rentals, catering, and materials

See WAYS TO DONATE below — or contact Executive Director Lara Maupin to discuss your giving preferences or sponsorship opportunities within your organization.

SPONSOR LEVELS & VISIBILITY

MAS will thank and recognize sponsors who provide funding, including scholarships and/or in-kind donations of items or event space, at the following levels:

$500 — May exhibit at the event.

$1,000 — Thanked wherever all SSEF sponsors are listed online, in printed event materials, and at the event. Listed in MAS monthly e-newsletter to 10,000+ constituents as a sponsor for one year.

$2,500 — Also thanked specially during event announcements and awards.

$5,000 — Also featured on the SSEF landing page and in social media posts.

$10,000 — Also listed in SSEF media releases as a sponsor and posted on general MAS sponsors page.

$20,000 — Custom options available, such as sponsorship announcement press release, giveaways with company logo at the event, and program booklet advertisement.

$30,000 — Premier sponsorship, which includes additional custom options such as features in the MAS monthly e-newsletter, logo on MAS website footer, special thanks on the MAS homepage, and a company representative included in the award ceremony.

EXHIBIT AT THE STATE SCIENCE FAIR

MAS invites a limited number of organizations to exhibit this year at the in-person event. We seek exhibits that promote STEM opportunities, STEM equity, and/or provide students with fun, hands-on activities, STEM-related giveaways, or information.

Event sponsors ($500 and above) and other organizations with proposed exhibits of special interest to students may request a table. Contact Program Manager Liz Buhmann to discuss your desired exhibit!

Information for exhibitors:

• Date: March 22nd, 2024

• Time: Set-up 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM, exhibit tables open 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, wrap-up 4:00 - 5:00 PM

• Location: Saint Paul RiverCentre

• Audience: 300-400 middle and high school students from across MN and their families and teachers plus 200-300 adult volunteers (MN STEM professionals)

SUPPORT THE EVENT AS A NAMED FOOD SPONSOR

Sponsors can make the event much more affordable and enjoyable for students and volunteers by filling a critical need for catering services as a food sponsor. MAS will specially thank food sponsors in the program and at the event.

Food sponsorship opportunities include:

• Breakfast for judges or students ($2,000)

• Snack for judges or students ($4,000)

• Lunch for volunteers ($7,500)

• Lunch or dinner for students ($10,000)

Our event catering budget is limited . . . and so is the food we can provide without sponsorships! Contact Program Manager Liz Buhmann to discuss becoming a named food sponsor.

WAYS TO DONATE

1. MAKE A CREDIT CARD DONATION TO MAS:

   Use the SPONSOR NOW button or CLICK HERE.

2. SEND A CHECK PAYABLE TO THE MINNESOTA ACADEMY OF SCIENCE:

   MN Academy of Science
   State Science Fair Donations
   970 Raymond Avenue, Suite 103
   St. Paul, MN 55114

   
   

3. PROVIDE IN-KIND DONATIONS SUCH AS:

   STEM-related items for 400+ students to be given away at in-person events.

   Other prizes such as internships, tours, or tickets appropriate for middle and/or high school students.

   To discuss in-kind donations, please contact Liz Buhmann. Send to MAS office at the address above or arrange for pick-up.

4. Contact our Executive Director to discuss your giving preferences or grant opportunities.