Identify potential corporate sponsors. Seek inputs from departments on potential sources. Make sure you get contact names. Send out initial fundraising letter to potential sponsors. Be sure to include specific information about the conference such as dates, events and benefits received by sponsoring companies.
Contact is important to ensure participation.
Work to determine new potential sources and keep the letters going out. Develop a budget and revisit Target. Develop a tracking system. Keep volunteers informed and current on progress. 3-6 months before Continue to make contact new companies and follow up on previous contacts Send out thank you letters to those already sponsoring the event.