Become a Sponsor – Original

"SOGIE CON" logo, with a rainbow-colored ring in place of the "O" and the words "True Colors" inside the ring.

Help Make SOGIECon Possible

March 19-20, 2027

SOGIEcon is the largest LGBTQIA+ youth conference in the nation, and 2027 marks its 30th anniversary. At a time when LGBTQIA+ young people need affirmation, community, and opportunity more than ever, your sponsorship makes this experience possible.

Sponsoring SOGIEcon connects your organization with:

  • Thousands of LGBTQIA+ youth, families, educators, clinicians, and community leaders
  • A highly engaged audience of professionals and advocates from across Connecticut and the region
  • The University of Connecticut and its Rainbow Center, School of Social Work, and partner departments
  • 30 years of credibility, community trust, and national recognition

SOGIEcon’s sponsors are not just funders, they are partners in a mission. Sponsors are recognized as organizations that share our values of equity, affirmation, and access, and that are committed to the wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ youth.

Sponsorship Tiers

All sponsorship packages include logo recognition, complimentary tickets, and acknowledgment in conference materials. Higher tiers include speaking opportunities, premium placement, and expanded visibility. Packages are draft estimates based on 2026 pricing and subject to confirmation.

  • Premier naming recognition across all conference materials and signage
  • Prominent logo placement on website, program, and digital platforms
  • Speaking opportunity at Opening or Closing Ceremony
  • Vendor/exhibit table in prime location
  • Maximum complimentary ticket allocation
  • Social media features and dedicated recognition
  • Opportunity to present a branded award or recognition at the conference

  • Top-tier logo placement on all conference materials and website
  • Speaking opportunity (format to be confirmed with conference team)
  • Vendor/exhibit table
  • Significant complimentary ticket allocation
  • Social media recognition

  • Logo on all conference materials and website
  • Vendor/exhibit table option
  • Complimentary ticket allocation
  • Social media recognition

  • Logo on conference materials and website
  • Complimentary ticket allocation
  • Social media recognition

  • Logo on conference program and website
  • Complimentary ticket allocation
  • Recognition in conference app

  • Logo on conference program and website
  • Complimentary ticket allocation
  • Recognition in conference app

  • Name/logo in conference program
  • Complimentary ticket allocation
  • Recognition in conference app

  • Name recognition in conference program and app
  • Complimentary ticket(s)
  • Recognition as a community supporter of LGBTQIA+ youth

  • Recognition in the conference app
  • Special recognition for gifts over $100
  • Donations directly support student scholarships

Sponsorship Values Agreement

SOGIEcon partners are asked to affirm alignment with our core values as part of the sponsorship process. Sponsors and vendors agree to:

  • Affirm the dignity, identity, and full humanity of LGBTQIA+ youth
  • Maintain youth-safe and inclusive practices in all interactions at the conference
  • Abide by the SOGIEcon Code of Conduct
  • Refrain from any messaging or activities that contradict SOGIEcon’s mission of affirmation and equity

SOGIEcon reserves the right to decline or discontinue any sponsorship or vendor relationship that does not align with these values.

How to Become a Sponsor

Ready to partner with SOGIEcon 2027? Here’s how to get started:

  • Complete the Sponsor & Vendor Registration form [LINK TBD]
  • Select your sponsorship tier or vendor table type
  • Submit your organization information, logo, and payment details
  • A member of the SOGIEcon team will follow up to confirm your package and next steps

For questions about sponsorship opportunities, custom packages, or in-kind contributions, contact [SPONSORSHIP CONTACT TBD].

“Christine and I have been chaperones on all the Giuliani-funded True Colors trips, bringing our LGBTQ+ groups along for what inevitably becomes a defining day for these kids. Years later, students continue to talk about their True Colors Day. For many of them, it provides that boost in confidence that carries over into their daily lives. I’ve heard students talk about how this trip made the difference between depression and hope, isolation and inclusion. I don’t want to be overly dramatic but for some of these kids, this trip has been a literal life saver.”