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As the true Hostess City of the South, Savannah has shown and reinvented herself many times over. With such an eclectic setting of individuals and places, Savannah is one of the most intriguing and beautiful backdrops for any organization. With that, The Savannah Pride Organization is proud to call this historic city home. With over ten years of celebration, awareness, and unity, SPs mission of unity through diversity, and social awareness has helped promote the well-being of the LGBT community in the South.The 2012 Savannah Pride Festival will be held in Forsyth Park September 8th 201211:30am until 10pm

Savannah Pride Red PartyJanuary 27th at 9:00 PMat Club Vibe On Hilton Head Island

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The Savannah Pride Organization is proud to call this historic city home. With over ten years of celebration, awareness, and unity, SPs mission of unity through diversity, and social awareness has helped promote the well-being of the LGBT community in the South.The 2011 Savannah Pride Festival will be held in Forsyth Park 09-8-2012
Exectutive Director - Chris BrownFestival Director - Delane McKinleyTreasurer - Mark HillSecretary - Creative Director - Christina FoxxVendor Director - Currently OpenVolunteer Director - Entertainment Director - Dale WorleyProcurement - Tim BlairMedia/PR Director - Family Advocate - At Wills - Bill Westin Carla Marsh

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Become a BUSINESS / CORPORATE sponsor of Savannah Pride.Please remember that Savannah Pride is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization. All sponsorships of Savannah Pride Donation are tax deductible. You will be presented with a document stating our 501c3 # and the amount of the donation that was made for your personal records. Click here to see levels of sponsorship!
A History of Savannah PrideSavannah has been called many things. It is even famous for many more things. From being the first city of The South, to being the location for countless movies and television shows Savannah has shown and reinvented herself more times than Cher and thats a lot.So, what better a place to have a celebration of diversity? The eclectic sides that Savannah offers its residents and tourists is something unique, charming, and a little quirky. From the ceiling of Spanish moss, to the community of southern hospitality, Savannah gives rise to many types of people and environments. From country bars, to dancing night-clubs, Savannah is known for its eclectic style and eccentric charisma.This is when First City Network realized something. With all her charm, charisma, and beauty, Savannah would be a prime place to hold an annual Pride Festival. The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender community would have an excellent location to celebrate and forget about the social constraints of the world even if for a day.The 1st Annual Pride Festival was the initial concept by members of First City Network in 1999.2000The first Savannah Pride Festival was held September 2000, co-chaired by Carol Riles and Robert Jeffery. The newly formed Pride Board expected around 500 participants. To their surprise there were more than 2,000 in attendance of the Inaugural Savannah Pride Fest.2001While still learning the ropes to putting on a great festival, the Pride Board already had their eyes on the future: Our goal is to be as large as Atlantas Pride, which draws 300,000, said Frances Sahr, chair of Pride 2001. Were not prepared for that this year, but in future years, yes. Savannah is the Hostess City of the South, so what better place? The second festival was scheduled for September 14th, 2001 no one could have imagined the nightmare that would precede when 9/11 forever changed our world. Even with this tragedy, SP pressed on, and the people came in spite of the terrorist attack.20022002 was the beginning of the snowball effect for Savannah Pride. Just one short year after 9/11 SPs attendance doubled to a whopping 4,000.2003Peace through Pride was the theme for the 2003. While SP didnt double this time, it did set a new record of 7,000 people. There was a steady stream of people all day long. As the time grew closer for the headline act, it was standing room only for Martha Washs performance.2004With the success of 2003, SP decided it was time to Break Through for 2004. And those words held true. It was non stop fun and celebration all day, right up to the last act. More than 12,000 people came from all over the south east to celebrate pride with the Savannah LGBT Community. Even the stars came out and shined on stage, with talents like RuPaul.2005Alive with pride was a smashing good year for Savannah Pride. The exposure of having pride on River Street was a major breakthough for the organization. Offering Two major headliners Pepper Mashay and Kristine W. the crowd was widely accepting and dancing literally in the streets.2006This was the year that Savannah Pride decided to make a more intimate Pride in a new location. Pride was held in the Starland District with our hometown headliner The Lady Chablis. The crowd enjoyed the local vendors, entertainment and friendships within our great community2007Surging back with new energy and talents on the Savannah Pride Board. This years pride is gearing up to Unite the different sectors of our GLBT Community here in Savannah and the Coastal Empire. Uniting the young with the old, the black with the white and every other color under the rainbow we will have a true Unity Through Pride.
Become a FRIEND OF PRIDE, make apersonal donation to Savannah Pride.There are so many ways in which you can be apart of Savannah Pride. If you dont have the time to volunteer, let your pocket book do the work for you and become a Friend of Pride, today! Click here to see levels of sponsorship!Please make all checks payable to Savannah Pride, Inc.and mail to:Savannah Pride, Inc.PO BOX 6044Savannah, GA 31414Please remember that Savannah Pride is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization. Any Friend of Pride Donation or Sponsorship is a Tax Deductible Item. Upon making a donation to Savannah Pride you will be presented with a document stating our 501c3 # and the amount of the donation that was made for your personal records. Help Pride Help your community and Help yourself.

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The Bohemian HotelHampton Inn Historic SavannahHoliday Inn Express Historic SavannahMulberry Inn Historic SavannahStaybridge Suites Historic SavannahThe Galloway House
While most of our volunteers will be needed on Pride Day, Savannah Pride also needs volunteers throughout the year. If you are interested in volunteering at any level, please contact Delane McKinley _ delane_savpride.com
Savannah Pride is PROUD to present our Family Area!Come celebrate families and friends of all types. Featuring the following activities plus so much more! Bounce houses and slide for different age levels, clowns and balloons, open game time for kids, craft tables, face painting, a candy shop andcarnival games for the kids.The Savannah Pride Family Fun Area will be open from 11:00am-5:00pm Check the Pride Guide for official times. Some activities will charge a small fee.It will be hot, so be sure to bring sunscreen.

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Friends of Pride Donation Opportunities 2011.pdf

LEVELS OF PERSONAL SPONSORSHIP

Green Level ($400-499)Same benefits as Yellow Level, including one additional (1) Savannah Pride T-shirt (for a total of two shirts)Blue Level ($500-599)Same benefits as Green Level, including one additional (1) Savannah Pride T-shirt (for a total of two shirts); two (2) tickets to an exclusive Pre-Pride Dinner on Friday night with the executive board and entertainers.Purple Level ($600-999)Same benefits as Blue Level, including an exclusive Friend of Pride display plaque; two (2) tickets to an exclusive Pre-Pride Dinner on Friday night with the executive board and entertainers.
Friend of Pride ($1-$99)As a friend of Savannah Pride, you will receive invitations to meetings and social events Savannah Pride hosts and recognition in the 2011 Pride Guide and on the Web site.Red Level ($100-199)Same benefits as Friend of Pride, including one Savannah Pride T-shirt.Orange Level ($200-299)Same benefits as Red Level, including year membership in First City Network, Savannahs oldest LGBTQ organization.Yellow Level ($300-399)Same benefits as Orange Level, including two (2) tickets to any one film screening by the Savannah Gay & Lesbian Film Society.

For donation levels of $1,000.00 and above, please see Pride Sponsorship Levels on website or contact Executive Director Heather Byars at heather_savpride.com for Sponsorship packet.

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Be sure you have Adobe Acrobat Reader to read the .PDF files to your right. If you dont have Adobe Acrobat reader, you can download it free here.Please submit all completed vendor forms to:Savannah Pride, Inc.ATTN: 2010 Application ProcessingP.O. Box 6044Savannah, GA 31414-6044FEESAfter submission, please be sure to pay your fees to the address above.

2011 VENDOR APPLICATION.pdf

IMPORTANT: Vendors who will be serving food must supply us with the proper Health Department Forms by the deadline, otherwise, we can not process your application.

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All vendor applications must supply proof of sufficient liability insurance. If you do not have liability insurance you can purchase it through Casswood Insurance.Applications that are not accompanied by proof of insurance or a completed Casswood application will not be processed.Casswood LiabilityInsurance Application

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RAINBOW SPONSORSHIP$8,000.00 TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION (Monetary Contributions Only)Exclusive SP "Signature" Sponsor Your Companys Banner Ads posted at locations within Pride Festival site including Main Stage and Festival Entrance area Pride Market fees waived for two (2) covered booths Logo added on Print MediaSponsorship Recognition Listing with Logo in the 2011 Pride GuideCompany Name added to Pride T-Shirts Logo on www.savpride.com websiteProud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride Festival Certificate To Display at Your Company or Business Recognition from the stage throughout the Pride FestivalLicensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 LogoTen (10) SP T-ShirtsOVER THE RAINBOW SPONSORSHIP$10,000.00 TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION (Monetary Contributions Only)Your Companys Banner Ads posted at locations within Pride Festival site including Main Stage and Festival Entrance area Pride Market fees waived for two (2) covered booths Logo added on Print MediaSponsorship Recognition Listing with Logo in the 2011 Pride GuideCompany Name added to Pride T-Shirts Logo on www.savpride.com websiteProud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride Festival Certificate To Display at Your Company or Business Recognition from the stage throughout the Pride FestivalLicensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 LogoTen (10) SP T-ShirtsSAVANNAH PRIDE SIGNATURE LEVEL SPONSORSHIP$15000.00 TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION (Monetary Contributions Only)Your Companys Banner Ads posted at locations within Pride Festival site including Main Stage and Festival Entrance area Pride Market fees waived for two (2) covered booths Logo added on Print MediaSponsorship Recognition Listing with Logo in the 2011 Pride GuideCompany Name added to Pride T-Shirts Logo and Banner on www.savpride.com websiteProud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride Festival Certificate To Display at Your Company or Business Recognition from the stage throughout the Pride FestivalLicensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 LogoTen (10) Savannah Pride T-Shirts Two Night (2) Hotel Room Accommodation For Representative During Pride Weekend Only
GREEN LEVEL SPONSORSHIP$2500.00 TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTIONPride Market fees waived for one (1) uncovered booth tent space (you provide the tent)Company Name added to Pride T-ShirtsSponsorship Recognition Listing with Logo in the 2011 Pride GuideLogo on www.savpride.com website Proud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride Festival Certificate To Display at Your Company or BusinessRecognition from the stage during the Pride Festival Licensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 LogoFour (4) Savannah Pride T-ShirtsBLUE LEVEL SPONSORSHIP$5000.00 TAX DEDUCITBLE CONTRIBUTION (Monetary Contributions Only)Pride Market fees waived for one (1) covered booth Logo added on Print Media and Verbal recognition on all Radio/Television AdvertisementCompany Name added to Pride T-Shirts Logo on www.savpride.com websiteProud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride Festival Certificate To Display at Your Company or Business Sponsorship Recognition Listing with Logo in the 2011 Pride Guide Recognition from the stage during the Pride FestivalLicensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 LogoFive (5) Savannah Pride T-ShirtsPURPLE LEVEL SPONSORSHIP6000.00 TAX DEDUCITBLE CONTRIBUTION (Monetary Contributions Only)Pride Market fees waived for one (1) covered booths Logo added on Print MediaSponsorship Recognition Listing with Logo in the 2011 Pride Guide Company Name added to Pride T-Shirts Proud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride Festival Certificate To Display at Your Company or Business Recognition from the stage throughout the day of the Pride FestivalLogo on www.savpride.com website Licensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 LogoFive (5) Savannah Pride T-Shirts
RED LEVEL SPONSORSHIP$1000.00 TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION+Pride Market fees waived for one (1) uncovered booth tent space (you provide the tent)+Company Name added to Pride T-Shirts +Logo on SavPrride.com website+Sponsorship Recognition Listing in the 2011 Pride Guide +Proud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride festival certificate.+Recognition from the stage during the Pride +Festival licensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 logo+Two (2) Savannah Pride T-ShirtsORANGE LEVEL SPONSORSHIP$1500.00 TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION+Pride Market fees waived for one (1) uncovered booth tent space (you provide the tent)+Company Name added to Pride T-Shirts+Logo on www.savpride.com website+Proud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride festival certificate+Sponsorship recognition listing in the 2011 Pride Guide +Recognition from the stage during the Pride Festival +Licensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 Logo+Two (2) Savannah Pride T-ShirtsYELLOW LEVEL SPONSORSHIP$2000.00 TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION+Pride Market fees waived for one (1) uncovered booth tent space (you provide the tent)+Company Name added to Pride T-Shirts+Sponsorship Recognition listing with logo in the 2011 Pride Guide+Logo on SavPride.com website +Proud Sponsor of the 2011 Savannah Pride festival certificate +Recognition from the stage during the Pride Festival+Licensed use of the Savannah Pride 2011 Logo+Four (4) Savannah Pride T-Shirts12th Annual Savannah Pride

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