Corporate sponsorships are most effective when they move beyond logo placement and become mutually meaningful partnerships.

In this Lunch & Learn, representatives from Ascentra Community Credit Union, Quad City Bank & Trust, and Tyson Foods will share what they look for when evaluating sponsorship opportunities, how nonprofit organizations can build stronger business relationships, and what makes a partnership valuable from the corporate perspective.

Participants will hear practical guidance on aligning sponsorship proposals with company priorities, communicating impact in ways that resonate with business decision-makers, and stewarding corporate partners before, during, and after an event or initiative. The session will help fundraisers approach sponsorships as relationship-based strategies that support both mission impact and community engagement.

As always, bring your own lunch and join us for an afternoon of learning and networking.

Full participation in this event is applicable for 1.25 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.