Dates: July 9-12, 2024
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contact: FranklinA@RespectAbility.org
About RespectAbility
RespectAbility is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit creating systemic change in how society views and values people with disabilities, and advancing policies and practices that empower people with disabilities to have a better future. Our mission is to fight stigmas and advance opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of community.
Advocacy Pillars
Entertainment and News Media: Increase diverse and authentic representation of disabled people in media.
Leadership and Workforce Development: Enable diverse people with disabilities to participate fully in decision-making and lead lives of their choosing.
Policy and Civic Engagement: Promote best practices in education, employment, entrepreneurship, civic engagement, and access.
Faith Inclusion and Belonging: Ensure the inclusion of disabled individuals in their chosen faith community.
Overview
You’re invited to support RespectAbility’s third annual Disability Advocacy Week, including the Disability Impact Awards ceremony, happening in the heart of our Nation’s capital on July 11th, 2024. This series of special events commemorates the remarkable advocacy achievements of leaders who’ve made significant strides in fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities for people with disabilities and will also include powerful remarks from our President and CEO, Ariel Simms.
As a sponsor, you’ll play a vital role in making our celebration memorable. Join us for an inspiring Awards Ceremony that not only recognizes outstanding leaders but also provides a unique networking opportunity with disabled professionals and allies across various industries, including government, media, technology, financial services, and beyond.
Your support ensures the success of this honorary celebration, featuring hors d’oeuvres, drinks, entertainment, and more. We sincerely hope you’ll consider investing in this meaningful event, contributing to a future of greater disability inclusion now, and for years to come.
Opportunities For Your Organization
Disability Advocacy Week provides multiple opportunities for your company/organization to partner with RespectAbility and tap into the global disability market, which Voya Financial valued in the trillions of dollars. Your brand can build a strong connection with 61 million consumers with disabilities and create label-loyalty in a new market.
Our event will bring together powerhouses and power players from different industries to celebrate and promote disability inclusion in all aspects of society. Why not take this rare opportunity to gain brand-exposure and brand-recognition for your business with industry leaders and change-makers and the untapped power, influence, loyalty, and support of the entire disability community?
Schedule
July 10: Advancing Opportunities – Hill Day
July 11: Changing Attitudes – Disability Impact Awards Reception
July 12: Developing Leaders – Professional Development Retreat
Invest in Inclusion
Partnering with RespectAbility is a unique opportunity for your business to show its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility for people with disabilities.
Your investment will go directly to providing services that increase our advocacy work and provide access during the event:
- American Sign Language
- Open captioning
- Accessible transportation, including wheelchair-accessible vehicles
Connect with the most knowledgeable disability professionals and the community to gain valuable insights and network like never before. Your organization can expand its reach and audience.
Establish connections and grow your audience!
Sponsorship Levels
Presenting Sponsor – $40,000
- Company name and logo prominently recognized as “Presenting Sponsor” in all promotional materials and signage at event
- Company name and logo prominently featured on Disability Impact Awards website
- Premiere speaking opportunity at the Awards to engage with our audience
- Recognition as “Presenting Sponsor” during the speaking program at the Awards, in our annual report, on the Awards website, and in other promotional materials
- Company name and logo prominently featured in four press releases sent to more than 50,000 industry and press contacts
- Opportunity to promote our partnership in publications with co-branded advertising
- Four social media promotions to 80,000+ social media audience
- One additional social media video post opportunity to discuss your organization’s commitment to disability inclusion
- Recognized as “Presenting Sponsor” in thank you emails sent to all registered participants and volunteers
- One customized Disability Training and Consultancy Event for your company that will meet the disability inclusion journey needs of your organization
Platinum Sponsor – $25,000
- Company logo and name prominently included in all promotional materials
- Company logo and name prominently featured on the Disability Impact Awards website
- Speaking opportunity at the Awards to engage with our audience
- Recognition during the speaking program at the Awards
- Company name and logo prominently featured in two press releases sent to more than 50,000 industry and press contacts
- Rights for you to promote our partnership in publications with co-branded advertisements
- Two social media promotions to 80,000+ social media fans and followers
- Recognized as a sponsor in thank you emails sent to all registered participants and volunteers
Gold Sponsor – $10,000
- Company logo and name prominently included in all promotional materials
- Company name and logo prominently featured in one press release sent to more than 50,000 industry and press contacts
- Company name listed on the Disability Impact Awards website
- Verbal recognition during the speaking program at the Awards
- Rights for you to promote our partnership in publications with co-branded advertisement
- One social media promotion to 80,000+ social media fans and followers
- Recognized as a sponsor in thank you emails sent to all registered participants and volunteers
Bronze Sponsor – $2,500
- Company name included in all promotional materials
- Company name listed on Disability Impact Awards website
- Recognized as a sponsor in thank you emails sent to all registered participants and volunteers
Are you ready to join us?
Email Franklin Anderson at FranklinA@RespectAbility.org for next steps. We look forward to working with you!
