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AN COIMISIÚN
LE RINCÍ GAELACHA
THE IRISH DANCING COMMISSION
OIREACHTAS RINCE NA CRUINNE
WORLD IRISH DANCING CHAMPIONSHIPS
GREENSBORO SHERATON AT FOUR SEASONS
KOURY CONVENTION CENTRE
3121 W. GATE CITY BLVD., GREENSBORO, NC 27407
SPONSORSHIPS & ADVERTISING
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Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities
for the World Irish Dancing
Championships 2019
in Greensboro NC
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Agus tú id’fhógróir agus id’dhíoltóir ag Oireachtas Rince na hÉireann agus
Oireachtas Rince na Cruinne beidh deis agat caidreamh a dhéanamh leis na
AN ÓCÁID • THE EVENT
mílte rinceoirí agus lena muintir, mar aon le múinteoirí agus lucht leanúna Oireachtas Rince na Cruinne - The World Irish Dancing Championships
na rincí Gaelacha ar fud an domhain. Oireachtas Rince Na Cruinne showcases the best Irish Dancing on the planet!
Dancers will travel from all over the world with their families and teachers to compete for the top positions at
As a supporter of CLRG events, you will reach an audience the most prestigious competition of the year.
of thousands of dancers and their families, We expect attendance at the event to exceed 25,000 people, most of whom will be resident in Greensboro North
along with teachers and spectators. Carolina for over a week, attending the 8 days of the event. Your participation in the event guarantees great
exposure and connection with the Irish Dance and Irish Arts community.
Your company or organization will be showcased within the broader Dance Community, locally in North Carolina
and throughout the Southern US, and advertised internationally to our broad audience of followers on social
media outlets, and our official website.
An EAGRAÍOCHT • THE ORGANIZATION
An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha is the central organisation dedicated to the worldwide development of Irish
dancing. Based in Dublin, Ireland, An Coimisiún has been in existence for over 80 years, and has approximately
2,500 teachers spread over 33 countries around the world. More information about CLRG can be viewed
at www.clrg.ie.
Na buntáistí a bhaineann le bheith páirteach
THE BENEFIT OF PARTICIPATION
By supporting Oireachtas Rince na Cruinne, you are perpetuating a cultural tradition of dance, music and Irish
language. You are also promoting youth engagement, and helping to promote an art form which encourages self
discipline, mutual respect, personal development, sportsmanship, and a healthy active lifestyle. You will also
access our worldwide Irish dance audience to promote your business.
SEE YOU AT THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS!
WEBSITE www.clrg.ie
SOCIAL MEDIA facebook.com/clrgirishdance
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MAJOR SPONSORS
Our major sponsors are valued partners of CLRG and supporters of Irish Dancing worldwide. We offer the
following packages for major sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorship is available at all levels and for all
budgets.
We welcome your participation!
PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP
(Limited to 2 Sponsors) €12,000.00 EUR
• ADVERTISEMENT ON MAIN STAGE SCREEN
• FULL PAGE COLOUR ADVERT IN PROGRAM
• ADVERT ON TV SCREEN DISPLAY
• ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AT SIDE STAGE AND IN SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
• TWELVE MONTHS ADVERTISEMENT ON CLRG WEBSITE
• COMPETITION SPONSORSHIP - 3 COMPETITIONS OF YOUR CHOICE
GOLD SPONSORSHIP
(Limited to 2 Sponsors) €8000.00 EUR
• ADVERTISEMENT ON MAIN STAGE SCREEN
• FULL PAGE COLOUR ADVERT IN PROGRAM
• ADVERT ON TV SCREEN DISPLAY
Tá An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha • ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AT SIDE STAGE AND IN SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
• SIX MONTHS ADVERTISEMENT ON CLRG WEBSITE
go mór faoi chomaoin agaibh uile a • COMPETITION SPONSORSHIP - 2 COMPETITIONS OF YOUR CHOICE
thugann maoiniú don Rince Gaelach ar
SILVER SPONSORSHIP
fud na Cruinne (Limited to 2 Sponsors) €5000.00 EUR
• ADVERTISEMENT ON MAIN STAGE SCREEN
Our major sponsors are valued • FULL PAGE COLOUR ADVERT IN PROGRAM
• ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AT SIDESTAGE AND IN SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
partners of CLRG and supporters of • THREE MONTHS ADVERTISEMENT ON CLRG WEBSITE
• COMPETITION SPONSORSHIP - 1 COMPETITION OF YOUR CHOICE
Irish Dancing worldwide
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ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES ADVERTISING GUIDELINES
ADVERTISING OPTIONS CAN BE VIEWED ON CLRG.IE IN THE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
MAIN SCREEN DISPLAY - MOST POPULAR / HIGH EXPOSURE [ADVERTISING DEADLINE - WORLDS, MARCH 1ST]
Main Screen / Main Stage Projection World €500.00 Our organization places great emphasis on Child Protection & fairness in competitive judging. With this in mind, please
Large screen projection in main competition halls, at the stage. Power point advertisements will play in a adhere to the following guidelines when submitting your advertisements.
loop, between competitions and before results each day. High visibility. Note - no identifiable images of
• No last names listed for children. No inappropriate photos - this is at the discretion of CLRG.
currently competing dancers allowed on screens. See Artwork Specifications at the end of this document
• Schools advertising may list the city or area of their school but not the address or directions.
for more details. • By submitting an advertisement, you are confirming that you have written permission from the parent/guardian of any
child whose image is used in the advertisement.
Additional guidelines for Screen, T.V. display & Banner advertising due to the fact that they may be viewed by adjudicators:
SOCIAL MEDIA PACKAGE World €500.00
• No identifiable photos of dancers who are currently competive dancers
• No photos of dancers with any name, first or last
Six social media posts on CLRG’s Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, reaching upwards of 50,000 fans. Posts • No photos of dancers, wearing/holding any type of awards, thus indicating their former success
will be scheduled before and during the event. You must provide all links, images and other media in • No photos of dancers in class costume in conjunction with the school name
All advertising materials are subject to approval by CLRG prior to acceptance. If you require the services of a graphic artist
PROGRAM ADVERTISING to create or modify your advertisements for screens or programs, we can arrange this on your behalf for €75 per ad. All ads
• FULL PAGE COLOUR World €450.00 PRINT ITEMS - 300 dpi PDF or JPG
• FULL PAGE BLACK AND WHITE World €400.00
• HALF PAGE COLOUR World €400.00 Outside or Inside Front Cover - Full color WORLDS US LETTER 8.5”x11”
• HALF PAGE BLACK AND WHITE World €200.00 Must have a 3-5mm bleed, crop and bleed marks showing
• WORLD ONLY - B&W HONOUREE CONGRATULATIONS - ON OUR TEMPLATE World €200.00
• WORLD ONLY - DANCE DRAMA PLAYBILL B&W AD World €250.00 Full Page inside Journal WORLDS US LETTER 8.5”x11”
Premium advertising spots will be reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. One print run will be published. Half Page inside Journal WORLDS 5.5” H x 8” W
Dance Drama Inside Cover Finished product will be 7” x 8.5”
Must have a 3-5mm bleed, crop and bleed marks showing .
INSIDE COVER ADS
Dance Drama inside page 6.5” x 8.0” Finished size, no bleed
The inside front cover and the inside back cover ads are available (Worlds only)
to premium advertisers.
When creating artwork, always keep text 10mm within the finished page size. Always save artwork at 300
INSIDE FRONT COVER (Full color - First come first serve) €1000.00 dpi, and use the highest quality setting to export files. Full bleed with crop and bleed marks showing, 3-5
INSIDE BACK COVER (Full color - First come first serve) €1000.00 mm, if no bleed supplied - a white border may be added
Note - artwork must be 8.5” x 11” plus a .25 full bleed, full color
CMYK artwork. See art specs for more information.
SCREENS AND ONLINE ADS - 300 dpi PDF or JPG
MAIN SCREEN + SMALL SCREEN AD WORLDS 16:9 Ratio
DISCOUNTED RATES Please do not send Portrait / Vertical artwork. Please
optimize text size for easy viewing.
PROGRAM AD DISCOUNTS FOR TEACHERS / SCHOOLS / DANCE ORGANIZATIONS / VENDORS
Applicable to program ads + Screen Ads. Not applicable for program book covers CLRG Website Banner 300px x 250px, 72 dpi - send a copy to info@clrg.ie
• TEACHERS / SCHOOL ADVERTISEMENTS 50% off above listed prices Social Media Package JPEG or PNG file only, any size. Videos 720p.
• DANCE ORGANIZATIONS OR FEIS COMMITTEE 50% off above listed prices Please include verbiage and links for your posts
• VENDORS WHO ALSO VENDED AT ALL IRELAND 50% off above listed prices
SENDING FILES: E-mail to marketing@clrg.ie along with your proof of payment.
Large files - send via www.wetransfer.com or dropbox.com
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Your support of CLRG events ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP + ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
encourages an activity that promotes Show your brand to the World!
health, physical activity, self esteem,
confidence, well being, and a deep BANNER DISPLAY IN VENUE
connection to cultural roots. Pull up Banner at Event Venue
€200.00
There is a special designated place for banners
called “GRAFTON STREET”. This will be a main
thoroughfare to a social area named “TEMPLE
BAR”. Additional banner spots can be purchased
for €200.00. Please note you must supply your pop
up banner max size 40” wide x 84” tall.
ONLINE ADVERTISING
CLRG website – ONE month €200.00 EUR
Advertisements on our website, www.clrg.ie for a period of one month.
CLRG website – THREE months €400.00 EUR
Advertisements on our website, www.clrg.ie for a period of three months.
CLRG website – TWELVE months €800.00 EUR
Advertisements on our website, www.clrg.ie for a period of one year.
WELCOME BAGS
one given to each participant!
Sponsorship of reusable shopping bags complete with your logo or full
page vector advertisement, one to be given to each dancer at registration.
Sponsor to provide 6000 bags, min size 9x11”. Cost of procuring
CLRG can also procure the bags - quote on request. bags + €500.00
Postcard or gift insert - directly inserted in each welcome bag.
Sponsor to provide 6000 printed items or gifts for the dancers with your logo.
(Pens, keychains, highlighters are examples of gifts)
CLRG can procure printed materials - quote on request. €350.00 EUR
HONOUREE SPONSORSHIP
€300.00 EUR
• ADVERTISEMENT IN BOOK CONGRATULATING THIS YEAR’S HONOUREE, MARY-LOU SCHADE
• SCREEN AD CONGRATULATING HONOUREE
• TEMPLATES PROVIDED FOR CONGRATULATIONS ADVERTISEMENTS OR YOU CAN CREATE YOUR OWN
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Tá dearcadh agus fealsúnacht ar leith ag CLRG maidir AWARDS & SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORHIP
le comórtaisí. Cuirimíd béim ar dhúthracht, aclaíocht,
dea-mhéin agus cairdeas. Le maoiniú agus tacaíocht BOYS PRIZES €1800.00
uaibhse, is féidir linn tacú le rinceoirí ar fud na cruinne. Limited to two sponsors.
Cummerbunds awarded to the top five boys in each solo competition.
Sponsor receives acknowledgement on the main screen display and in the program.
CLRG Irish Dancing fosters healthy competition,
with a focus on dedication, fitness, well being, and GIRLS SASHES €1800.00
camaraderie. Our sponsors and supporters further the Limited to two sponsors.
Sashes awarded to the top five girls in each solo competition.
goals of our organization in support of dancers on all Sponsor receives acknowledgement on the main screen display and in the program.
continents.
MEDALS
SOLO MEDALS - awarded to all recalled competitors (limited to three sponsors) €1000.00 EUR
TEAM MEDALS - awarded to all recalled competitors (limited to three sponsors) €1000.00 EUR
CRYSTAL OR BELLEEK AWARDS €3000.00
Limited to three sponsors. Awarded to top competitors in the solo competitions, and their teachers.
SOCIAL EVENT + HOSPITALITY SPONSORSHIP
ADJUDICATOR AND MUSICIAN HOSPITALITY €3000.00
Limited to two sponsors. Provides coffee, tea, snacks and catered meals for our VIP’s
Sponsors will receive recogntion in the program book, and on a main screen ad
Includes the cost of one main screen ad in addition to the recognition screen
TEACHER HOSPITALITY €3000.00
Limited to two sponsors. Provides coffee, tea and snacks during the competition for Teachers.
Sponsors will receive recogntion in the teacher hospitality area, and on a main screen ad
Includes the cost of one main screen ad in addition to the recognition screen
DANCER GIFTS €5000.00
One gift for each registered dancer to be presented with their registration pack. Contact us to discuss
your ideas to give sponsored, commemorative items to all participants.
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LOCAL COMMITTEE HOSTED EVENTS
WORLD BALL - SATURDAY 30th March - The World comes to the premiere social event of the year!
RUBY SPONSOR - WORLD BALL SOLD OUT! €20,000.00
SAPPHIRE SPONSOR - WORLD BALL €15,000.00
TOPAZ SPONSOR - WORLD BALL €2,000.00
World Ball Sponsors will receive tickets to the Ball (Ruby 10, Sapphire 8, Topaz 2), Plus VIP Event Passes for
the dancing events. Includes extensive advertising and recognition at the competitions and the Ball.
TEACHER RECEPTION - SATURDAY 25th March
TEACHER RECEPTION (Limited to 1 sponsors) €20,000.00
Teacher Reception Sponsors will receive 4 VIP Event Passes, premiere seating at the teachers reception,
and recognition at the dancing events and at the Reception.
GRADUATION CEREMONY - NEW TEACHERS AND ADJUDICATORS - SATURDAY 30th March
GRADUATION CELEBRATION AND CEREMONY €3,000.00
The newest qualified teachers and adjudicators will gather to receive their certificates of achievement.
Your sponsorship Includes certificates for all graduates, photography, venue decoration and refreshments
Is mór ag ár rinceoirí Sponsor will be acknowledged at the dancing events and during the graduation.
na deiseanna atá ar DANCE DRAMA SPONSORSHIP
fáil dóibh de bharr DANCE DRAMA - AN EVENING OF STORYTELLING THROUGH DANCE €1000.00 - €5000.00
bhúr dtacaíocht at The Dance Drama is a standalone event, that is a huge draw at the World Irish Dance Championships every
Oireachtas na Cruinne year. Crowds line up to see the dramatisation of Irish stories through costume, music, and dance. Interim
acts entertain the crowds between competition numbers, and at the end of the evening, a winning team
is crowned. Your sponsorship helps offset the cost of hosting this event, hiring staff and entertainment.
Sponsors will be acknowledged on the screens and in the programme during the event.
Your support of
Oireachtas Rince OPENING + CLOSING CEREMONIES
na Cruinne - The ENTERTAINMENT, AND A BIG START AND FINISH TO THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS!
World Irish Dancing OPENING CEREMONY SPONSOR €3000.00 CLOSING CEREMONY SPONSOR €2000.00
Championships - gives Sponsors will be recognised at the dancing events and during the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
opportunities to young
dancers worldwide. CULTURAL + MUSIC EVENTS €5000.00 - €20,000.00
Supporting social and cultural events including fun nights for children, sessions, bands and other
entertainment. Sponsor will receive recognition throughout the event and will receive VIP tickets to the
event(s).
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ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTNERSHIP
SPECIAL OFFERS FOR EVENT ATTENDEES
Companies that offer specials and deals to our attendees may receive additional exposure at our event
and on Social Media feeds. Offers such as restaurant deals, discounts, coupons, and late night dining
options are all appealing to dancers, families, coaches and event staff. Raffle items, dancer gifts and
door prizes are needed as part of CLRG’s fundraising activities.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES
For media opportunities, dancer appearances, interviews and event coverage, please contact our Public
Relations Officer, pro@clrg.ie. Only accredited journalists will be granted access to the competition rooms
for live coverage. Dancers may be booked for media appearances on request.
PRODUCT AND SUPPLY SPONSORSHIP
CLRG may consider a trade in kind, exchanging advertising and promotion in exchange for services or
goods that can benefit the event. The minimum donation must exceed a face value of €500.00 to be
considered. An equivalent financial value in advertising will be offered at the event. Please contact us to
discuss the possibilities!
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
Send CLRG your proposal for additional partnership opportunities. We are interested in partnering
Ní bhíonn an rath, ach mara
both with small companies in the community and large corporations. We welcome your input and look
forward to speaking with you!
mbíonn an smacht agus éiríonn
le rinceoirí CLRG spriocanna To discuss partnership opportunities, including short or
rince a thabhairt chun críche long term sponsorship possibilities, please contact us.
agus iad ag mór agus cáirdiúil
Marketing@clrg.ie
lena chéile
CLRG Dancers work to reach
their goals in teams and solo
dancing, creating lifelong
friendships during their careers.
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An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha
“ Ár rincí Galeacha faoi bhláth” GETTING STARTED
Want to be a part of it? It’s simple.
The best Irish Dancing in the World. Choose your advertising and sponsorships online now!
www.clrg.ie/sponsorship
STEP 1
Book and pay for your selections online.
Or make a request via e-mail and see
additional payment options on the next page.
For large sponsorships, please pay your deposit online and contact us to ar-
range payment in full, plus the setup of your package, including banner
displays, competition sponsorship, etc.
STEP 2
Send all advertisements and promotional artwork to us prior to the deadline.
Send via e-mail, wetransfer.com or dropbox.com along with a copy of your
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PAYMENT QUESTIONS? CALL +353 (0) 1 814 6298
PREFERRED METHOD - PAY ONLINE
WWW.CLRG.IE/SPONSORSHIP - CHOOSE “WORLDS” AND SELECT YOUR ITEM.
PLEASE NOTE
- UNPAID ITEMS WILL BE REMOVED FROM ALL PUBLICATIONS AS OF MARCH 1ST
- IF ARTWORK OR DISPLAY ITEMS ARE NOT SUPPLIED IN PRINT-READY FORMAT BY MARCH 1ST, THE ARTWORK
WILL NOT BE SHOWCASED AT THE EVENT AND NO REFUNDS WILL BE OFFERED
PACKAGES OVER €2000.00 WILL INVOLVE PAYING A DEPOSIT ONLINE, WITH THE BALANCE TO BE SENT BY BANK
TRANSFER, OR YOU CAN PHONE THE OFFICE AT +353 (0) 1 814 6298 TO AUTHORIZE THE BALANCE ON A CREDIT
CARD
ALTERNATE PAYMENT OPTIONS:
BANK TRANSFER:
Account Name: An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha
Account Number: 004781 44
Sort Code: 93-12-33
IBAN: IE24 AIBK 9312 3300 4781 44
SWIFT/BIC: AIBKIE2D
BANK NAME: Allied Irish Bank,
100/101 Grafton Street,
Dublin 1
Ireland.
MAIL A DRAFT TO: An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha
Áras Rince
68 Amiens Street
Dublin
D01 Y3F1
PAYMENT DEADLINES: Sponsorship and advertising fees will be accepted as per the Euro
prices listed, and converted to your local currency on the date of the
transaction. A daily currency conversion chart is available at www.
xe.com.
Sponsorship and advertising must be booked with all payments
finalised prior to March 1st.
An Coimisiún is a registered charitable organization
based in Dublin IE. Receipts will be provided for all
sponsorships.AN COIMISIÚN LE RINCÍ GAELACHA
THE IRISH DANCING COMMISSION
AN COIMISIÚN LE RINCÍ GAELACHA
ÁRAS RINCE
68 AMIENS STREET
DUBLIN D01 Y3F1
TEL. +353 1 814 6298 FB. CLRGIRISHDANCE T. @CLRGIRISHDANCE | WWW.CLRG.IEYou can also read
