KLAMATH BLUES FESTIVAL > GET INVOLVED:

Sponsor:

In 2008, KBS applied for a Klamath County Tourism Grant, and was awarded $10,000 to be used for advertising and promotion only. This constraint, although great for the advertising budget, left KBS with the need for additional sponsorship to secure performers and a large headline act.

The Ross Ragland has been contracted to provide the professional sound system, techs, and expert sound engineer.

There is a limited amount of sponsorship available, and once the tier is filled there will be no other opportunity to sponsor except advertising in the event schedule which will also be limited.

• Platinum Tier Sponsorship
• Golden Tier Sponsorship
• Silver Tier Sponsorship
• Bronze Tier Sponsorship
• Advertising in Event Schedule
• In-Kind Sponsorship
• Vendor Booths
• Volunteer

Scroll down for more information and dowloadable applications.

Platinum Tier Sponsor: $3000.00

Most benefits go to the Platinum tier sponsor.

They will be considered a Co-Sponsor of the Festival. All advertisement will state, “Made possible by the Klamath Blues Society, Klamath County Tourism Program, and ________________.” In addition they will receive the following:

1. One full page advertisement in the event schedule ($400 value)
2. Prime logo placement on all print advertisement, and promotional material such as posters, brochures, flyers, and any other promotional materials.
3. Prime stage location for banner(s) (sponsor must provide banner)
4. Large logo with hyperlink, banner ad, and co-sponsor recognition on KBS website: www.klamathblues.org 
5. Six complementary tickets to the event
6. A 15’ x 15’ booth at the event
7. Interview on live radio station coverage (sponsor representative)
8. Mention in all pre and post-event public relations and reporting
9. On stage plugs, and possible interviews throughout the event
10. The PR Value (Priceless): Community builder image and the knowledge that sponsorship will help provide musical diversity, cultural awareness, and increased tourism to Klamath County

The PR value: Community builder image and the knowledge that sponsorship will help provide musical diversity, cultural awareness, and increased tourism to Klamath County.

Gold Tier Sponsor: $2000.00

Gold tier sponsors will receive the following:

1. Half page advertisement in the event schedule ($200 value)
2. Logo placement on websites and print promotional material
3. Stage banner in KBS designate location (sponsor must provide banner.)
4. Four complementary tickets to the event
5. A 15’ x 15’ booth at the event
6. Interview on live radio station coverage (sponsor representative)
7. On stage plugs and possible interviews throughout the event
8. The PR Value (Priceless): Community builder image and the knowledge that sponsorship will help to provide musical diversity, cultural awareness, and increased tourism to Klamath County.

The PR value: Community builder image and the knowledge that sponsorship will help to provide musical diversity, cultural awareness, and increased tourism to Klamath County.

Bronze Tier Sponsor: $500.00

Bronze tier sponsors will receive the following:

1. Quarter page advertisement in event schedule ($100 value)
2. Small stage banner in KBS designate location (sponsor must provide banner.)
3. Two complementary tickets to the event
4. On stage plugs and possible interviews during the event
5. The PR Value (Priceless) : Community builder image and the knowledge that sponsorship will help support charitable causes, musical diversity, cultural awareness, and increased tourism to Klamath County

The PR value: Community builder image and the knowledge that sponsorship will help to provide musical diversity, cultural awareness, and increased tourism to Klamath County.

Vendor Booth: $100.00

Having a booth on the Klamath Blues Festival grounds is a great opportunity to increase sales, improve exposure and the image of your service or products. Set up starts the morning of the festival at 6:00 AM and tear down will be done when the festival ends at 7:00 PM.

To avoid Food Vendor duplications please contact Louise Brown at 541-815-3914 or email her at luckylouise13@yahoo.com before filling out an application. 

NOTE: Tables, chairs, and canopies will not be provided.

Vendor Application: Microsoft Word or PDF

Pay for your booth here:

Advertise in the Event Schedule:

Between 1000-1500 event schedules will be distributed to festival attendees. This is great exposure for your business and quite affordable. Measurements for the event schedule will be 8.5" x 5.5". Advertising rates as follows:

• 1/4 page will be $100.00.
• 1/2 page ad will be $200.00
• Full Page ad will be $400.00.

Blues Society Membership:

There are many benefits to becoming a member of the Blues Society. It is one of the most active networking groups in the Klamath Basin. Over the past ten years KBS has raised thousands of dollars for other organizations and charitable causes. For the past six years KBS has planned, produced, and promoted a successful Annual Christmas Charity Concert benefiting organizations such as:

• Klamath Youth Development Center (2002-2004)
• Klamath Crisis Center (2005-2006)
• Klamath County Library (2007)

Some of the other ways KBS helps the community is to perform for free at other organization’s fund raisers and community events. Some of these are as follows:

• Klamath Lake County Food Bank
• Klamath Community College (KCC) (Graduation Ceremony 2004)
• Oregon Institute of Technology (2004)
• Fourth of July Celebration (2006-2008)
• Third Thursday Celebration (2005-2008)
• Klamath County Art Council (Art Fair 2005-2007)
• Department of Fish and Wildlife (Migratory Bird Day in 2006)
• The Sons’ of American Legion (Veterans Memorial Fund in 2007)
• National Wildlife Refuge (Migratory Bird Festival in 2007)
• Klamath County Chamber of Commerce (Services for raffle, purchased by KCC for $400 in 2007)
• Kinetic Sculpture Race (June 29, 2008)
• Ewauna Rowing Club (Henley Regatta in 2008)
• Weekly Blues Jam (1997-????)

KBS is not limited to just performing, although that is our strong suite. We award a College Scholarship each year to a local high school graduate who demonstrates academic excellence and musical talent, because we believe that music is an integral part of a well-rounded education.

KBS is also a member of the Klamath County Chamber of Commerce, the Ross Ragland Theater, The Cascade Blues Association, and The International Blues Foundation.

Single - $20.00	Couple - $30.00	Band - $35.00	Business - $100

Volunteer:

Be part of the action. There are a few volunteer options available such as parking assistance, handing out event schedules, vendor assistance, and more.