Dear Community Supporter,
The Emerald City has a major event coming its way over Labor Day Weekend, in 2015. This event is the
largest event of its kind in the World. Convergence is an annual event that allows gay big men and
admirers to come together without fear of being shunned for being large or liking large men. The main
purpose of convergence is for gay big men and their admirers to network, socialize, and empower
themselves and others as well as to celebrate being big and healthy. This event attracts over 400 men
from all over the world. Most guests are from the United States, but registrants have come from over 35
different countries. Convergence makes a large economic boost to the local community in which it is held.
The event has been held in many of the United States most popular cities, including Boston, New York,
San Diego, Reno, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Chicago, New Orleans and Washington D.C. to name a few.
Big Gay Mens Organization (BGMO) is international service organization that assists to help communities
to put on this event and has for over 28 years now. One of BGMO’s goals is to assist its member clubs and
help build new clubs for gay big men and their admirers all over the world.
In 2015 Convergence will be held at the Double Tree by Hilton - Seattle Airport. Beside meals and social
hours, we have planned dances, entertainment, poker pub crawl, pool parties and numerous self help
seminars with qualified facilitators.
We invite you to please join us in making Convergence 2015 a huge success. Whether you are a returning
supporter from a previous Convergence or considering being a supporter for the first time we would be
honored and deeply appreciative if you would consider becoming a Sponsor for our Emerald City
Convergence 2015.
The Convergence Committee is working hard to plan a great event for everyone to have a great time and
enjoy the event, we are also making a concentrated effort to give back to the community and lend a
helping hand as much as possible. We have selected several beneficiaries that the proceeds of the event
will be given too. These are Big Gay Mens Organization, Lambert House and Gay City Health Project.
Giving back to the local community is primarily possible because we seek sponsors to help support the
event and allow us to make these donations to local charities.
We would feel privileged and honored to have you as a Sponsor for this special event. So on behalf of the
Convergence Committee, and the community we serve, we want to take this opportunity to THANK YOU
for considering being a very important part of our event.
Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to work together on this awesome community event.
Damon Blumberg
Event Director
Convergence 2015
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116
MARKETING INFORMATION
Attendance:
Attendance 2010
Attendance 2011
Attendance 2012
Attendance 2013
Attendance 2014
Expected Attendance 2015
USA
International
Orlando
Boston
Chicago
New Orleans
Phoenix
Seattle
460
450
475
677
350
400
91%
8%
Participant Age Range:
18 – 29
30 – 39
40 – 49
50 – 59
60+
11% of attendees
25% of attendees
27% of attendees
25% of attendees
12% of attendees
Local Economic Impact:
$2.7 million
Advertisement:
Global via World Wide Web and Print
Convergence 2015 Beneficiaries:
Big Gay Mens Organization, Lambert House and Gay City
Health Center
Convergence 2015 is produced by volunteers. Once Convergence 2015 has concluded and all expenses
have been paid, the proceeds are distributed to the designated charities.
Any questions, please contact Damon Blumberg, Event Director
Seattle Big Mens Club
Phone: 206-747-7563
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116
Email: [email protected]
The attendance figures are based on the information averages available to us. The other information is
based on similar events and Seattle market research.
Convergence 2015
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116
GENERAL SPONSOR / AD INFORMATION
DUE DATES
Sponsorship
Now thru August 7, 2015
Program Run Book Ad
Now thru August 7, 2015
Vendor Hall
Now thru August 19, 2015
Logo for our Website
Submit it with your application
Banners
August 28, 2015
Banners will be displayed at the Double Tree Host Hotel, as permitted.
Prize/Raffle Donations
August 28, 2015
Each year we hold a raffle to provide participants with the opportunity to obtain raffle tickets that could
provide them with winning gifts donated to the raffle as well as providing prizes for the chub and chaser
contest and other activities.
Merchandise for Bags
August 28, 2015
We request all merchandise being donated for any of the bags to be delivered by August 31, 2015 so
that we have time to organize your donations and contributions before Convergence 2015 begins.
BAGS FOR PARTICIPANTS AND VOLUNTEERS
Bags for Participants
Thank you Bags for Volunteers
Prize/Gift Bags
500
125
75
Mailing Address: Merchandise donations for the various bags can be mailed directly to:
Convergence 2015
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116
Any questions, please contact Damon Blumberg, Event Director
Seattle Big Mens Club
Phone: 206-747-7563
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116
Email: [email protected]
Convergence 2015
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116
SPONSORHIP OPPORTUNITIES
EVENT AND DOANATION NEEDS
Transportation
Hospitality Suite
Participant Bags
Thank you Bags
Bag Merchandise
Contest Prizes
Money
Provides bus transportation to and from events
Provides items (drinks and snacks) for Suite
Provide the bags given to participants
Provide bags for Event Volunteers
Provide Merchandise items to place in various bags
Provide items for contest and raffle winners
Provide any amount that event planners can use where needed
Levels of Giving
And what we offer for it
Super Heavyweight $10,000 +
Four (4) full VIP Rainer Packages*
Full page ad in run book with premium placement
Exposure on event website and advertising (Logo and Web link)
Name and Logo placement on signage in or near Hospitality Suites and Registration area
(We will accept logo banners to display, but they must be provided)
Verbal acknowledgement during public events
Recognition in run book
VIP Reception
Commemorative Convergence 2015 gift
Heavyweight
$5,000 +
Two (2) full Olympic Packages*
Full page ad in run book with premium placement
Exposure on event website and advertising (Logo and Web link)
Name and Logo placement on signage in Hospitality Suites and Registration area
(We will accept logo banners to display, but they must be provided)
Verbal acknowledgement during public events
Recognition in run book
VIP Reception
Commemorative Convergence 2015 gift
Middleweight
$2,000 +
One (1) full Olympic Package*
Full page ad in run book with premium placement
Exposure on event website and advertising (Logo and Web link)
Name and Logo placement on signage in Hospitality Suites and Registration area
(We will accept logo banners to display, but they must be provided)
Verbal acknowledgement during public events
Recognition in run book
VIP Reception
Commemorative Convergence 2015 gift
Convergence 2015
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116
Lightweight
$1,000 +
Full page ad in run book with premium placement
Exposure on event website and advertising (Logo and Web link)
Name and Logo placement on signage in Hospitality Suites and Registration area
(We will accept logo banners to display, but they must be provided)
Verbal acknowledgement during public events
Recognition in run book
VIP Reception
Commemorative Convergence 2015 gift
Featherweight
$500 +
Full page ad in run book with premium placement
Exposure on event website and advertising (Logo and Web link)
Name and Logo placement on signage in Registration area
(We will accept logo banners to display, but they must be provided)
Verbal acknowledgement during public events
Recognition in run book
VIP Reception
Commemorative Convergence 2015 gift
Sparring Partner
$250 +
Half page ad in run book with premium placement
Exposure on event website and advertising (Logo and Web link)
Name and Logo placement on signage in Registration area
(We will accept logo banners to display, but they must be provided)
Verbal acknowledgement during public events
Recognition in run book
VIP Reception
Commemorative Convergence 2015 gift
If you do not see a level of giving that matches your desire? Please let us know and we will work with you to accommodate your
request and desires. Convergence 2015 Committee will be honored to work with you in any way possible to make your donation
whishes the most beneficial to you. Just ask for assistance, as we will be happy to help you.
Damon Blumberg
Event Director
Any questions, please contact Damon Blumberg, Event Director
Seattle Big Mens Club
Phone: 206-747-7563
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116
Email: [email protected]
* The Packages that are being offered at the various levels are only an option when cash donations are made and are not
available for in-kind gifts and donations. All packages and excursions are subject to availability.
Convergence 2015
4742 42nd Ave SW #629
Seattle, WA, 98116