Live the Life You want!
To Whom It May Concern,
The National Federation of the Blind of Georgia (NFBGA) is excited to request your participation in our annual State Convention as a Sponsor or Exhibitor on October 7-8 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Sheraton Hotel. Our Convention is the largest gathering of blind people in the state of Georgia and provides an opportunity for blind citizens to network and strategize on best practices for employment, social development, education, and overall independence.
For 49 years, our organization has been standing strong in its goal of changing what it means to be blind. We advocate at all levels for a fully accessible and inclusive Georgia and connect blind people to the resources and support they need to transform dreams into reality. We believe that blindness is not the characteristic that defines blind people and our future. We raise the expectations of blind people every day because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. With hope, love, and determination, we shall live the lives we want. Your support is needed to strengthen our empowering movement.
We believe you and/or your company is uniquely positioned to support our efforts, and your products, services, or philanthropic work aligns with our strategic goal of creating an inclusive, equitable, and accessible Georgia for the blind. The National Federation of the Blind of Georgia is a volunteer consumer advocacy organization, currently maintaining tax exempt status under section 501©(3) of the Internal Revenue code. Sponsor and Exhibitor opportunities are presented on the next page.
Every year, blind people attend our Convention to reaffirm their belief in independence, equality, accessibility, and inclusivity. Your support helps us show Georgia that vision is not needed to live a fulfilling life. With our determination and your generosity, we will continue to change what it means to be blind. We sincerely appreciate your support and look forward to having you a part of the NFBGA experience.
Respectfully,
Dorothy Griffin
Dorothy Griffin, President
National Federation of the Blind of Georgia
1696 W. Caribaea Trail S.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30316
Office: (404) 371-1000
Email: dgriffin@nfbga.org
Exhibitor Opportunities:
The Exhibit Hall will be open from 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM on Friday, October 7th, and 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM on Saturday, October 8th. Please contact Vanessa Meadows at vmeadows@nfbga.org or (678) 592-2929 and/or Patrice Lewis at plewis@nfbga.org or (678) 756-3757 to reserve your table.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
This year’s Convention has many opportunities for you or your company to become a Sponsor.
Diamond – $1,000
Our Diamond level sponsors will receive a full-page ad in our program, four tickets to the Convention Banquet on Saturday evening, October 8th, recognition throughout General Sessions, a complimentary table in the Exhibit Hall and a speaking opportunity during the Banquet.
Gold – $750
Our Gold level sponsors will receive a full-page ad in our convention program, two tickets to the Convention Banquet on Saturday evening, October 8th, recognition throughout General Sessions, and a complimentary table in the Exhibit Hall.
Silver – $500
Our Silver level sponsors will receive a half-page ad in our program, two tickets to the Convention Banquet on Saturday evening, October 8th, and recognition throughout General Sessions.
Bronze – $250
Our Bronze level sponsors will receive a quarter-page ad in our program, one ticket to the Convention Banquet on Saturday evening, October 8th, and recognition throughout General Sessions.
There are also several Title level sponsorship opportunities for the convention, including:
If you have any questions about becoming a sponsor please contact Angela Daniel at adaniel@nfbga.org or (678) 590-7228 and/or Patrice Lewis at plewis@nfbga.org or (678) 756-3757.
The deadline to become a Convention Exhibitor or Sponsor is Thursday, September 22, 2022. You can submit your request by clicking on this link:
https://nfbga.org/2022-nfb-ga-state-convention-sponsor-and-exhibitor-registration/
Hotel Reservation Information:
Our 49th annual state convention will be held at the beautiful Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, located at 165 Cortland Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30303. You may reserve your room now by calling the hotel at 1-800-833-8624, or book your room online at https://book.passkey.com/e/50148821 and be sure to mention that you are with the NFB of Georgia or the National Federation of the Blind of Georgia. The room rate is $145.00 per night which includes all taxes and hotel fees. The deadline for reservations is Thursday, September 22, 2022. Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to check in to avoid being charged for one night.
Other Ways to Support NFBGA
The National Federation of the Blind of Georgia knows that all who would like to support us cannot give at the levels presented above. We greatly appreciate any donation, and your financial contribution will help us further empower blind Georgians.
It is very easy for you to donate to the National Federation of the Blind of Georgia through our PayPal and Zell portals by searching “National Federation of the Blind of Georgia”, or via check sent to, Nata Watkins at 106 Lowe Stinson Road, Hogansville Georgia 30230. Please make all checks payable to the NFB of Georgia.
If you or your organization is interested in learning about other ways to support NFBGA, please contact President Dorothy Griffin at (404) 632-5989 or email dgriffin@nfbga.org.
Let’s go build a better Georgia for the blind, together!