2024 Fishing Differently®
National Conference

BECOME PART OF THE MOVEMENT: SPONSORSHIPS, ADVERTISING, EXHIBITORS, IMPACT AWARDS GALA INFORMATION AND MORE

The second annual Fishing Differently® Conference will be held at Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas. Registration starts at 11:30 AM CST on September 5, and the conference concludes at 1:00 PM CST on September 7. Oikos Institute for Social Impact will connect faith-inspired leaders and place-based investors to help anchor institutions, such as faith communities and BIPOC organizations, harness the power of their assets for communal transformation and economic mobility. Our asset-based approach to community development aims to accelerate the relief of distressed communities; alleviate human suffering; maximize human capital; and solve social problems.

Distressed Communities

Those experiencing structural inequities; disproportionate unemployment, wealth inequality, and gentrification.

Faith Inspired Leaders

Those inspired to make positive changes that solve or at least address social injustice and relieve human suffering.

Place-Based Investors

Address the needs of neighborhoods and regions that are underserved and under-funded.

Anchor Institutions

Those embedded in the ecosystem of the community that possess a strong connection as well as a depth of knowledge and understanding of their community needs and circumstances. Anchor Institutions, such as faith communities and BIPOC organizations, possess underutilized real estate, lack of access to funding, and lack of mission-aligned development consultation and preparation to bring vital community service providing projects to fruition.

This year is more exciting than ever.

Diamond Level Sponsor: $100,000+

Includes: ​
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  • Name and logo on all conference materials as Premier-level sponsor​
  • Dedicated conference room for meetings, demos, etc. for entire conference​
  • Recognized consistently throughout the conference as a Diamond-level ​
  • Ten (10) complimentary conference passes​
  • Six (6) complimentary Impact Award banquet passes – 50% off additional passes​
  • Recognition from MC at Impact Award Banquet​
  • Extra-Large banner displayed in prominent conference location​
  • Full-page advertisement in conference booklet in premium position (i.e., back cover or inside front or back cover)​
  • Banner Advertisement on conference website in prominent location shown as Premier-level sponsor​
  • Conference attendee list

Elite Level Sponsor: $50,000+

Includes: ​

  • Name and logo on all conference materials as Elite-level​
  • Complimentary 6’ exhibition table (if desired)​
  • Ten (10) complimentary conference passes​
  • Four (4) complimentary banquet passes, 50% off additional passes​
  • Recognition from MC at Impact Award Banquet​
  • Two (2) VIP Tables at the Gala
  • Large logo banner displayed in prominent conference location​
  • Complimentary full-page advertisement in conference booklet​
  • Advertisement on conference website in prominent location shown as Elite-level sponsor​
  • Conference attendee list

Platinum Level Sponsor: $25,000+

Includes: ​ 

  • Shows in all materials as Platinum-level​
  • Complimentary 6’ exhibition table​
  • Six (6) complimentary conference passes​
  • Two (2) complimentary banquet passes​
  • Two (2) Tables at the Gala​
  • Recognition from MC at Impact Award Banquet​
  • Large logo banner in prominent conference space​
  • Complimentary full-page advertisement in conference booklet​
  • Listed on conference website as Platinum-level or banquet sponsor​
  • Conference attendee list

Gold Level Sponsor: $10,000+

Includes:

  • Shows in all materials as Gold-level sponsor​
  • Complimentary 6’ exhibition table (if desired)​
  • Four (4) complimentary conference passes​
  • One VIP Table (10 tickets) at the Gala​
  • ​Complimentary half-page advertisement in conference booklet
  • Name and Logo shown on conference website

Silver Level Sponsor: $5,000+

or Impact Awards Honoree Sponsor

  • Listed on conference website & booklet as Silver-level sponsor​
  • Complimentary 6’ exhibitor table (if desired)​
  • Two (2) complimentary conference pass and 50% additional passes​
  • Conference attendee list
  • 5 tickets to the Gala

Bronze Level Sponsor: $2,500+

Includes: ​

  • Listed in conference program as bronze-level sponsor​
  • Complimentary 6’ exhibitor table (if desired)​
  • One (1) complimentary conference pass and 50% additional passes​
  • Conference attendee List
Exhibitors

Exhibitors

$1200 for a 6’ Table ​
$2000 for Two 6’ Table​s
$500​ for a Cocktail Table
1 Chair & Skirt

Includes

  • Listed in conference booklet and website as an exhibitor
  • Clickable link on conference website to your site or store
  • 25% discount on conference booklet advertisement
  • One complimentary conference pass and 50% discount on all additional passes
  • Conference attendee list
Advertisement Opportunities

Advertisement Opportunities

Full Page and 3 months on Fishing Differenlty.NET: $500
Half Page and 2 months on Fishing Differenlty.NET : $300
Quarter Page and 2 months on Fishing Differenlty.NET: $150

Conference Program – Print Advertisements: Advertisements in the conference booklet, which are given to each conference attendee.

Fishing Differently.net® and Conference App Advertisements: Advertisements on the conference app and on Fishing Differently.net®, a social impact community that empowers individuals to maximize their resources for the betterment of communities. Your ad will be seen by all site visitors, whether they attend the conference or not, expanding the impact of your ad.

Continued sponsored advertising opportunities on Fishing Differently.net® are available upon request by contacting info@fishingdifferently.com

Dining

We Fish Differently Luncheon

Keynote: Dr. Glenell M. Lee-Pruitt, President of Jarvis Christian College
$50.00/pp
  • 3 course lunch

Oikos Impact Awards Gala

The Oikos Institute for Social Impact acknowledges and celebrates individuals within Black Church and Historically Black Educational Institutions (HBEI’s) who exhibit innovative approaches to community service at our Fishing Differently® Impact Awards/Gala and Conference.

Awardees are recognized for utilizing their spaces and resources to create a positive impact in their communities. They address a range of critical issues, such as food insecurity, affordable housing, childcare accessibility, and recidivism. Furthermore, some awardees successfully generate jobs and revenue, showcasing their significant contributions to society and exemplifying the essence of Fishing Differently® for social impact.

September 6, 2024
Dallas,Texas

Gala Sponsorship Levels


Platinum $10,000

Includes: ​

  • Shows in all banquet materials as Platinum sponsor​
  • Two (2) VIP Table at the Gala​
  • Full page premium placement advertisement
  • Name and Logo Shown on Fishing Differently™ app and Oikos Website​

Gold $5,000

Includes: ​

  • Shows in all banquet materials as Gold-level sponsor​
  • One (1) VIP Table at the Gala​
  • Full page premium placement advertisement
  • Name and Logo Shown on Fishing Differently™ app and Oikos Website​

Silver $2,500

Includes: ​

  • Shows in all banquet materials as Silver-level sponsor​
  • Five (5) Complimentary Gala Tickets ​
  • Half-page advertisement banquet program booklet
  • Name and Logo Shown on Fishing Differently™ app and Oikos Website​

Bronze $1,000

Includes: ​

  • Shows in all banquet materials as Bronze-level sponsor​
  • Two (2) Complimentary Gala Tickets
  • Half-page advertisement banquet program booklet
  • Name and Logo Shown on Fishing Differently™ app and Oikos Website​

Family $500

Includes: ​

  • Shows in all banquet materials as Family-level sponsor​
  • One (1) Complimentary Gala Ticket
  • Business card size advertisement banquet program booklet
  • Name and Logo Shown on Fishing Differently™ app and Oikos Website​

Friends $250

Includes: ​

  • Shows in all banquet materials as Friend-level sponsor​
  • One (1) Complimentary Gala Ticket
  • Name and Logo Shown on Fishing Differently™ app and Oikos Website​

Hotel and Accommodations

Adolphus Hotel

The Adolphus Hotel

Share a few details with us, and Oikos will handle the rest! We’ll secure your room at a special rate of $199, with payment due at check-in. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

The Adolphus Hotel
Discover uninterrupted downtown Dallas views, gleaming hardwood floors, a curated selection of artwork, and flawless attention to detail that has made The Adolphus a favorite retreat of dignitaries and VIPs since its inception in 1912.

Address
1321 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75202

$25 amenity fee will be waived at check out.

Thank You!

For making this event a success!
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