What have you found to be the most effective methods of gaining corporate sponsorhip for your non-profit org?

Question

Interested in partnering with some of the larger corporations in the Santa Monica, CA area in order to gain more exposure and awareness for the Santa Monica Museum of Art. In January, the Santa Monica Museum of Art will be having its 20th anniversary, it's a great way for the community to come together, but it is hard to find a channel to connect with the big corporations in Santa Monica.

Answer 1

Check out programs from other events to see what companies have sponsored events in the past. Look at corporate web sites to see what they do for community and charitable causes. Your development director should be aware of how to do all of this.