Become a Festival Sponsor

The Finger Lakes International Dragon Boat Festival is made possible by the Tompkins County Strategic Tourism Board. Please support our Sponsors and Supporters.

  • Boatyard Grill Restaurant
  • Cornell University Community Relations Office
  • Media Sponsor - Cayuga Radio Group
  • Tompkins County Tourism program

Make a gift to support the Ithaca Asian American Association (IAAA). Your commitment allows IAAA to promote, educate, and celebrate Asian and Asian American culture in Upstate New York. It is a great opportunity to participate in this unique cultural celebration on the Ithaca waterfront.

Why Should I Support the Festival?

Community Goodwill

Promote goodwill within the community by supporting a family-friendly, multicultural festival.

Increase Communication and Engagement with Your Community

The festival will allow you to reach a large, targeted population. Festival-goers will engage with your products and services.

Outstanding Outreach Climate

9 out of 10 attendees spend more than three hours at the festival. We are one of the signature summer festivals that brings the entire family together — where they can gain first-hand knowledge about your organization, your product and services.

Build Your Database

You may use your booths at the festival to conduct research, solicit feedback and build client database.

Intense Media Publicity and on-Site Exposure

Your logo will ride free in prints and broadcast advertising purchased by the festival.

Partnership Opportunities

  • Golden Dragon — $10,000

    1. Individually named in race divisions
    2. Display banner at both finish line and performing stage
    3. A 10X10 booth will be provided for the sponsor
    4. Sponsor an activities tent such as the Dragon Health and Wellness
    5. Waived registration fee for up to two Community Division teams — a $1000 value

  • Silver Dragon — $5000

    1. Display banner at starting line
    2. A 10X10 booth will be provided for the sponsor
    3. Waived registration fee for one Community Division team — a $500 value

  • Bronze Dragon — $1000

    1. High level media attention across all media: web, print, radio, and public announcements
    2. A booth will be provided for the sponsor

  • Friends of Dagon Sponsor — $500 or less

How to Become a Sponsor

If you are interested and/or have questions about how to participate, please contact us or call Siv Somchanhmavong at (607) 257-3207.

You can also download our 2010 Sponsorship Package.