We are forever grateful to our sponsors and their continued commitment to frank and public interest communications.
- Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
- Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
- Commonwealth Fund
- Al and Nancy Burnett Charitable Foundation
- Conference Grant by Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, Visit Gainesville
- The Office of Research, University of Florida
- David Morse
- University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications
Why sponsor frank?
Our annual gathering attracts more than 300 changemakers who are connected by several core qualities. They are passionate about best practice. They crave new insights from scholars in the fields that inform this work. And they’re dedicated to creating meaningful social change.
frank sponsors show their leadership in the field and their commitment to using strategic communications to drive change. Registration fees can’t cover the costs of frank, but we’re determined to keep rates low to ensure that changemaking communicators working in the front line can bring their wisdom and savvy to this vibrant community of practice. We wouldn’t be able to do that without the support of funders who share our vision. If you have questions, please contact us.
Sponsorship opportunities
Each year, a prizes are given to the best peer-reviewed research that informs the growing discipline of pubic interest communications. First place prize is $10,000 and both runner ups receive $1,500. The sponsors money will be used to award the prize and to support the researchers travel to the frank gathering. Find out more about the prize.
The frank gathering features more than 30 speakers from around the globe. We search for diverse speakers that can speak to the current trends in research and to the work on the front line of social change. Help us bring these speakers too frank!
For your support:
- Acknowledgment of sponsorship during the live stream and on the archived video recording
- Name listed on the program directly under the title of the content block
- Name listed on materials and displays as conference sponsor at frank
- Logo (linked) featured prominently on Sponsors page on conference website
- Recognition of support on frank social media channels
Located at the Boxcar Wine and Cheese Garden, a restored train depot in downtown Gainesville, the Welcome Rally gives franksters a chance to meet up with old friends and connect with new ones. frank connectors will be on hand to spark conversations and collaborations. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served. All registered franksters and community friends of frank will be in attendance.
For your support:
- Signage display to acknowledge support of the reception.
- Name listed on materials and displays as conference sponsor at frank
- Logo (linked) featured prominently on Sponsors page on conference website
- Recognition of support on frank social media channels
- Our thanks printed on cocktail napkins
A picnic lunch is served before the official Opening Ceremonies of frank and is included with all franksters’ registration. For your support:
- Designated as official sponsor of Connector’s Lunch, with signage displayed at the venue
- Logo featured on sponsors page on conference website
- Recognition of support of frank social media channels
Provided by a local caterer and using locally sourced foods whenever possible, Thursday lunch is included with all franksters’ registration. For your support:
- Designated as official sponsor Thursday Lunch, with signage displayed at the venue
- Logo featured on Sponsors page on conference website
- Recognition of support on frank social media channels
Whether it’s tacos and margaritas at the Wooly or franks and bubbles outside the Hipp, our after party is a time to say goodbye, reflect and celebrate. For your support:
- Designated as official sponsor of frank After Party, with signage displayed at the venue
- Logo featured on Sponsors page on conference website
- Recognition of support of frank social media channels
The Daily frank is the community newspaper of the frank gathering. It includes daily highlights, weather reports, and updates on local restaurant specials. For your support:
- Designated as official sponsor of the Daily frank, with our gratitude expressed in every issue
- Logo featured on Sponsors page on conference website
- Recognition of support of frank social media channels
Provide nourishing snacks and coffee to all franksters in the frank lounge. Food and coffee will be sourced locally whenever possible. The lounge is open for three days, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and all registered franksters have unlimited access.
For your support:
- Recognition of sponsorship on the hunt registration page
- Acknowledgment of sponsorship at the final meet up location
- Name listed on materials and displays as conference sponsor at frank
- Logo (linked) featured prominently on Sponsors page on conference website
- Recognition of support on frank social media
If you are interested in supporting at any of the levels above, or in a customized opportunity, please contact us.
