Sponsorship

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Sponsorship Program

Who We Are

The Lindsay Agricultural Society is a registered not-for-profit charitable organization, incorporated under a Provincial Act.  The Society has a 15 member Board of Directors who are elected at the Annual Meeting.  The Annual Meeting is open to members and guests of the Lindsay Agricultural Society and is held in January.  It costs $15.00 to become a member of the Lindsay Agricultural Society.  

What We Do

The Lindsay Agricultural Society has a variety of committees composed of volunteers who work together to stage the Lindsay Central Exhibition at the fairgrounds in Lindsay.  The fair in 2007 will mark the 153rd consecutive fair since 1854 and will be held at our new site at 354 Angeline Street South.

Why We Do It

Fairs improve the quality of life as people of all ages are entertained and educated.  Fairs are an aspect of our community, as important as galleries, theatres and hockey arenas.  A lot of planning and work goes into staging a fall fair. The goal of the Lindsay Central Exhibition is to present agriculture in a manner that is both educational and entertaining to the rural and urban consumer oriented fair-goers. The competitive element embraced in exhibiting at the Lindsay Central Exhibition has been retained through the years.  This makes the fair meaningful to agricultural producers and ensures that top-quality products are showcased.

Yes, We Are Prize Winners

Not only does our community win in many ways when the Lindsay Central Exhibition is held each year, but the Lindsay Central Exhibition is a prize winner in itself!  For that we thank our many, many sponsors, supporters and fair-goers!

The Lindsay Central Exhibition has won Local Fair of the Year, Canadian Fair of the Year and a Best Overall Entertainment Package Award.

Yes, We Have Many, Many Prize Winners

There are hundreds of categories of competition at the Lindsay Central Exhibition in many, many classes from domestic science to demolition derbies, from horses to cattle, from quilts to art. There are hundreds of winners and runners-up, all of whom are recognized with prizes.

It is the support of sponsors from our community that makes the prize giving possible and brings joy to the hearts of hundreds of competitors at the fair. As well, fair-goers enjoy the competitions and other entertaining and educational aspects of our fair.

Lindsay Central Exhibition Attendance

The last five-year average annual attendance of over 40,000 attests to the consistent popularity of the Lindsay Central Exhibition.

How the Lindsay Central Exhibition Is Financed

● Community Minded Individuals

● Service Clubs

● Small Businesses

● Corporations

● Professional Practices

● Volunteer Operated Fundraising Functions

How You Can Help

Become a sponsor of a particular class or event.  As a designated sponsor, that event becomes “yours” for the period of your sponsorship.

Example:

“Akers Auto Glass Demolition Derby”

“Joe Valas Honey Baking Specials”

On Site Recognition of Your Sponsorship

Sponsors of the Lindsay Central Exhibition get excellent on-site recognition of their participation in the Fair.  Professionally designed display boards will be located in the centre of the Exhibition Hall in a high traffic area.

Categories of Sponsorship

• Friend of the Fair
• Sponsor of the Fair
• Patron of the Fair
• Champion of the Fair
• Grand Champion of the Fair
• Benefactor of the Fair
• Perpetual Sponsor of the Fair

Friend of the Fair

Contribution: Up to $100

This category offers many options to the sponsor and is a great way to enter the program.  As a "Friend of the Fair" you will be recognized as follows:

● Two Guest Passes to the Lindsay Central Exhibition.

● Name to appear in the prize book as a class sponsor if applicable.

● Official tax receipt will be issued.

● You will have the personal satisfaction of knowing that you have made an important and valuable contribution to the cultural well being of our community.

Sponsor of the Fair

Contribution: $100 to $299

This is the second step on the sponsorship ladder.  As a "Sponsor of the Fair" you will be recognized as follows:

● Lindsay Central Exhibition Certificate of Support.

● Award presentation at the event with public address announcement of your support and your name appears on our Sponsorship board.

● You may be our guest in the Fall Fair Hospitality Room.

● All the privileges listed in “Friend of the Fair” category.

Patron of the Fair

Contribution: $300 to $499

● Three Guest Passes and a Vehicle Pass to the Lindsay Central Exhibition.

● Name to appear in the prize book as a Class / Event Sponsor if applicable.

● You are encouraged to make the award presentation at the event and be introduced with announcements

● All the privileges listed in previously mentioned sponsorship categories.

Champion of the Fair

Contribution: $500 to $999

As a "Champion of the Lindsay Central Exhibition" you will be recognized as follows:

● Four Guest Passes and Two Vehicle Passes to the Lindsay Central Exhibition.

● You may provide a suitable sign to be placed at your event site.

● You may be a guest of the Lindsay Central Exhibition in the Hospitality Room on Media Day, and at the President’s Reception.

● You (or your company name) will be recognized in Fair promotional material where possible.

● All the privileges listed in previously mentioned sponsorship categories.

Grand Champion of the Fair

Contribution: $1,000 to $2,999

Being a "Grand Champion of the Fair" will allow you to sponsor a special interest event or activity. Major attractions such as the Demolition Derbies, Truck & Tractor Pulls,

Agricultural Products Activity area or the Fountain Park Stage entertainment are examples that the Grand Champion of the Fair can consider for sponsorship. Being a Grand Champion creates a high level of recognition for the sponsor.

The support of Grand Champions will allow the Lindsay Central Exhibition to continue to provide high-quality special events.

In recognition of the Grand Champion’s community minded generosity, you will receive the following:

● Two Full Fair Guest Passes and Two Vehicle Passes as well as Five Single Day Guest Passes to the Lindsay Central Exhibition

● All the privileges listed in previously mentioned sponsorship categories.

Benefactor of the Fair

Contribution: $3,000 and up

The funds from "Benefactor" contributors will be used to support high profile, multi-faceted activities.  For the most part these activities will be major, theme-oriented, educational projects designed to attract the interest of a wide cross section of the general public

Examples:      “EDUCATION DAY”       “FAMILY DAY”

Being associated with a high-profile activity will ensure a high level of public recognition for the "Benefactor of the Fair".

In recognition, the Lindsay Central Exhibition will provide a prominent sign clearly identifying the sponsor.  A plaque will be provided to the contributor.  The plaque will accommodate the affixing of annual recognition plates.  As well, the following items of appreciation will also be provided:

● Two Full Fair Passes and Two Vehicle Passes to the Lindsay Central Exhibition

● Five Single Day Guest Passes to the Lindsay Central Exhibition

● All the privileges listed in previously mentioned sponsorship categories.

Perpetual Sponsor of the Fair

Contribution:  Bequests, Annuity or Donation that would provide ongoing perpetual income to the Lindsay Central Exhibition.

This category of sponsorship allows individuals and families to support the mandate of the Lindsay Agricultural Society in a special way.  Many have a strong commitment to preserving the history of the Lindsay Central Exhibition while ensuring the fair is enjoyed by future generations  - being a "Perpetual Sponsor of the Fair” provides the opportunity to reflect that commitment. 

● Unless confidentiality is requested, the Lindsay Agricultural Society will provide a prominent sign clearly identifying the sponsor.

● As appropriate, lifetime passes to the fair and invitations to special receptions will be extended to donors or surviving family members.