Sponsors
We invite you to make a splash at the 2026 NC Coastal Conference!
Support the Conference
Sponsoring the North Carolina Coastal Conference means aligning with North Carolina Sea Grant’s pivotal efforts in collaboration with policymakers and scientists. By supporting our initiatives, sponsors contribute to forging partnerships, advancing research, and enhancing education and outreach efforts.
We are requesting your financial support to cover the costs of the annual research conference, including:
- Implementing sustainable strategies throughout the event to lower our carbon footprint
- Awards to the university student poster competition winners
- Low registration rates for student attendance at the conference
- Coffee breaks and receptions to fuel participants’ brains and facilitate networking
- And much more!
Sponsorship Levels
Our shell-themed sponsorship tiers offer a range of opportunities designed to provide high-impact engagement and continued visibility with our attendees. These levels offer a meaningful way to support the conference while securing your registrations, exhibit space, and program presence. Beyond the benefits, your partnership ensures your organization serves as a cornerstone of this year’s event, from digital outreach to on-site connections.
Select your tier today to anchor your place in our 2026 program. Limited spots available.
- Scotch Bonnet – $7,500
- Lightning Whelk – $5,000
- Coquina – $2,500
- Keyhole Sand Dollar – $1000
- Pearl Student Sponsor* – Minimum Contribution of $100
| BENEFITS | Sponsorship Level | Scotch Bonnet | Lightning Whelk | Coquina | Keyhole Sand Dollar | Pearl Student Sponsor* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contribution | $7500 | $5000 | $2500 | $1000 | $100 | |
| Attendance | ||||||
| Complementary Registrations | Five | Three | Two | One | ||
Complimentary Exhibit Space | Included with priority placement | Included with priority placement | Included | Included | ||
Reserved Table During Luncheons | Yes | |||||
Multimedia Brand Visibility | ||||||
| In the Coastwatch Magazine | Logo | |||||
| In the Conference program | Half page ad | Quarter page ad | ||||
| In the Conference Program | Large logo | Medium logo | Small logo | Name only | ||
| On the Conference Website | Large logo with link | Medium logo with link | Small logo | Name only | ||
| On Various Screens at the Conference | Exclusive slide | Shared tier logo slide | Shared tier logo slide | Shared tier name slide | Shared tier name slide | |
Engagement | ||||||
| Recognition in Conference Marketing Emails Pre & Post Conference | One spotlight and logo included | Logo included | ||||
| Social Media Recognition Posts | One dedicated and three grouped | Three grouped | Two grouped | One grouped | One grouped | |
| Registration Desk Promo Placement (Flat Media or Branded Swag) | Yes | |||||
| Attendee List (Opt-in participants only) | Yes |
Ready to sponsor the 2026 NC Coastal Conference?
Sponsorship form, payment, and advertisement or logo must be received by October 16, 2026 to guarantee inclusion in the printed program. If you have any questions or would like to discuss our sponsorship options further, please contact Aman Kohli at akkohli@ncsu.edu or 919-515-8850.