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IPLFC26 Sponsorship Opportunities
The 10th annual International Public Library Fundraising Conference (IPLFC) will take place June 7–9, 2026, at the Columbus Metropolitan Library in Columbus, Ohio. IPLFC is the only conference dedicated exclusively to public library fundraising, bringing together 250–300 executive leaders and development professionals to advance the sector.
By sponsoring IPLFC, your organization will:
- Reach decision-makers from foundations and libraries nationwide.
- Be recognized as a partner in advancing library fundraising and community impact.
- Gain visibility before, during, and after the conference.
Why Sponsor IPLFC?
- Exclusive Audience: No other event gathers this many fundraising and foundation leaders from public libraries.
- Proven Reach: In 2025, sponsor logos received 84,190 impressions via the conference app, alongside thousands more through emails, the website, and social media.
- Mission Alignment: Sponsorship supports not just a conference, but the larger work of the Library Support Network, the only organization dedicated to building the field of public library fundraising.
Who attends IPLFC?
% of Attendees by Position
IPLFC24 attendance:
245
IPLFC24 event registrants
100
unique library systems
35
US States & Provinces
Audience Reach:
1,869 promotional email list and growing
6,885 engagements via ipfl-conference.org
84,190 sponsor impressions via conference app
IPLFC26 Sponsorship
Each year, leading up to and during the event, there are numerous opportunities to network with attendees and promote your brand, products, and services, both in person and via the Whova app. While organizations of any size can participate, the conference tends to draw from larger library systems.
We invite you to sponsor this educational event and support the efforts of libraries and library fundraisers across North America.
Supporting Sponsor | Leadership Sponsor | Presenting Sponsor | Title Sponsor | Visionary Sponsor | Catalyst Sponsor | |
Sponsorship Price | $1,000 | $1,500 | $3,000 | $5,000 | $7,500 | $10,000 |
Available Sponsorships | Unlimited | Unlimited | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Recognition on IPLFC website | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
Recognition in Library Support Network Impact Report | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
Display of marketing materials at conference | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
Complimentary registrations ($500 value each) | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
Logo in pre-conference emails | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
Recognition in Whova app | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
Whova sponsor profile (logo, name, description, website, contact info, video link, 2 PDFs) | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
Recognition during keynote/plenary w opportunity for brief remarks | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
Featured in LSN Community Convening | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | |||
Exclusive recognition as Lunch Sponsor | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||||
Blog post on LSN Community platform | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||||
Exclusive recognition as Opening Reception with opportunity for remarks | ✔️ | |||||
Highlight in LSN Annual Impact Report | ✔️ | |||||
Recognition and Impact
Sponsorship delivers value in two ways:
- Visibility and ROI: sponsors are highlighted across digital, print, and on-site channels, ensuring your brand is seen and remembered.
- Sector Impact: your investment helps strengthen the entire field of public library fundraising, creating a ripple effect of stronger foundations, stronger libraries, and stronger communities.
Partner Beyond the Conference
If you would like to explore broader partnership opportunities with the Library Support Network including Library Giving Day, monthly convenings, and sector-wide impact projects — please contact Jonna Ward at [email protected].
By sponsoring IPLFC in 2026, you won’t just be supporting a conference — you’ll be advancing the future of public library fundraising.
For more information, contact Jonna Ward at [email protected].