If you had 5 minutes on stage what would you say? What if you only got 20 slides and they rotated automatically after 15 seconds?

Around the world geeks have been putting together Ignite nights to enlighten us – quickly.

Sponsor an Ignite 

Keep it Burning — Ignite Bend needs your support

As a volunteer-run free event held twice a year, we rely on the generosity of individuals, companies and other organizations to make Ignite Bend possible. Ignite Bend is a non-commercial, creative event that happens twice a year at the Tower Theatre. Ignite brings a twist to the same old lecture format that you’re used to. It’s cool. It’s fun. We can’t wait to see you at a future Ignite!

Ignite Bend is a force for raising the collective IQ and building connections in Bend and the surrounding communities. Ignite is about celebrating Bend’s growing arts and culture scene, and helps to attract and retain creative minds with it’s inclusive appeal. 

Who attends Ignite Bend?

Ignite Bend attendees are primarily age 25-45, college educated and enjoy a broad variety of activities such as reading, cycling and movies. They are hungry for knowledge and interaction—key components of Ignite Bend.

What topics are presented at Ignite Bend?

We seek talks that will inspire and teach, not recruit or pitch products, and presenters are asked to keep their talks to “PG- 13” appropriate topics. Presenters range in age from 12 to 80!

Why should my organization sponsor Ignite Bend?

100% of sponsor dollars go toward venue rent, insurance, refreshments, and general operating costs of the event. 

• Excellent publicity for your company, product or organization. 
• Show your commitment to Bend’s creative arts and intellectual events. 
• Connect your company or organization with the community in a light and fun environment. 
• Video of previous Ignite Bend events are archived at www.ignitebend.com for future viewing

What about “in kind” donations – like services or raffle prizes? 

Sometimes we do these if it’s a good fit. Drop us a line and let us know what you have in mind. 

What are your sponsorship categories? 

• Flame – $500 cash donation
• Ember – $250 cash donation
• Spark – $100 cash donation
• Partner – Goods or services valued at $500 or greater
• Supporter – all other donations (door prizes etc.)

Other sponsorship amounts, repeat sponsor incentives and custom sponsorships available. Contact our sponsorship coordinator at sponsors@ignitebend.com for more information. 

Sponsor Benefits	Flame	Ember	Spark	Partner	Supporter
Reserved Tickets to Ignite Bend	4	4	2	4	0
Preferred Seating	Yes	No	No	No	No
Display collateral and banner at Ignite Bend events	Yes	No	No	No	No
Sponsor slide show at Ignite Bend events	Logo	Logo	Text	Logo	Text
Listing on Ignite Bend website	Logo w/ link	Logo w/ link	Text w/ link	Logo w/ link	Text (no link)
Program listing at Ignite Bend events	Large Logo	Medium Logo	Text	Medium Logo	Text

How do I sponsor? 

• Complete the Sponsor Commitment Form.
• Attach a check (made out to “Ignite Bend”) or a statement indicating the value of goods/services donated.
• Mail them to:
  Ignite Bend 
  PO Box 593 
  Bend, OR 97709

After your donation is received, the sponsorship coordinator will contact you if we require a large, high-resolution version of your logo for display on our website and at the event. 

Questions? Contact our sponsorship coordinator at sponsors@ignitebend.com.

Can I donate online? 

Yes! Click on the “Donate” button on the right. If your donation is $100 or more please send a completed Sponsorship Commitment Form to us so that we can make sure that you are acknowledged at the correct sponsorship level. 

Ignite Bend ​15
​2018 TBA
Doors open at 6:00pm
Tower Theater - Bend, OR
Admission is always FREE

Tickets ​will be available two weeks prior to the event.

We're looking for sponsors for Ignite Bend! Please download a Sponsor Packet or check out the Sponsorships page for details.

Flame Sponsors

Would you like to be a Flame Sponsor? Check out our Sponsorship benefits and sign up today!

Ember Sponsors

Spark Sponsors

Multimedia Partner

Media Partner

Other Partners