Partner with Us to Drive Lasting Impact
The Lead the Way Conference 2026 (2 & 3 September) offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with over 500 key decision-makers, thought leaders, and frontline professionals in education, community services, and mental health. 500 in-person and many more joining online.
Sponsors will have direct access to primary school and secondary school principals and leaders, CEOs and directors of community service organisations and not for profits in child, youth and family services, government department leaders, academics, and researchers from across Victoria and Australia
As a sponsor, your organisation will be recognised as a champion of wellbeing, safety, and trauma-informed practice, gaining high-visibility branding, targeted engagement, and exclusive networking opportunities.
Why Sponsor?
✔ Increase brand awareness across key sectors.
✔ Demonstrate thought leadership in wellbeing, safety, and education.
✔ Engage directly with professionals shaping sector-wide change.
✔ Showcase your solutions to a highly engaged audience.
Sponsorship Packages
| Package | Inclusions | Investment |
|---|---|---|
| Official Conference Partner |
🔹 2 x Speaking opportunities during plenaries and networking session 🔹 Exclusive branding on stage & registration desk 🔹 Recognition (logo and official partner) on all conference materials 🔹 Full-page ad in conference program 🔹 Complimentary registration for two representatives 🔹 EDM to conference delegates 🔹 Prime Exhibition space in pre-function area of main plenary room for both days 🔹 Promotional materials of your choice and merchandise distribution in delegate bags 🔹 Availability to present 1 x concurrent session (35 minute presentation or 75 minute workshop) |
$20,000 (1 Available) |
| Gold Sponsor |
🔸 Half-page advertisement in the conference program 🔸 Logo/about information and recognition in all conference materials 🔸 Complimentary registration for two representatives 🔸 Exhibition space for both conference days 🔸 Promotional flyer and merchandise distribution in delegate bags 🔸 Availability to present 1 x concurrent session (35 minute presentation or 75 minute workshop) |
$10,000 (4 Available) 0 REMAINING |
| Silver Sponsor |
🔹 Quarter-page ad in the conference program 🔹 Logo/about information and recognition in all conference materials 🔹 Complimentary registration for two representatives 🔹 Exhibition space to showcase services/products on both days 🔹 Promotional flyer and merchandise distribution in delegate bags |
$5,000 (3 Available) |
| Networking Function Sponsor |
🔸 Branding and banners at Networking Drinks & Canapés 🔸 Recognition and logo/about information in conference program 🔸 5-minute speaking opportunity at networking drinks 🔸 Complimentary registration for two representatives 🔸 Exhibition space for both conference days 🔸 Promotional flyer and merchandise distribution in delegate bags |
$7,000 (1 Available) |
| Exhibition Space/Trade Stall |
🔹 Dedicated exhibition space for engagement 🔹 Two exhibitor passes for both days 🔹 Logo placement in the conference program 🔹 Flyer in delegate bag |
$3,000 (10 Available) ONLY 4 REMAINING |
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
| Package | Inclusions | Investment |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee Cart Sponsor |
Your banner and promotional flyers/merchandise next to the coffee cart for attendees for one day. Your logo/about information and recognition in the program. |
$2,000 (2 Available - 1 per day) |
| Speaker or Workshop Sponsor |
Support a presenter's session and gain recognition. Recognition as the session sponsor. Your logo on presentation slides and in the program. |
$500 (10 Available) |
| Morning Tea Sponsor |
Your banners (up to 4) and promotional flyers/merchandise at either end of food areas for one day. Logo/about information and recognition in the conference program. |
$4,000 (2 Available - 1 per day) |
| Lunch Sponsor |
Your banners (up to 4) and promotional flyers/merchandise at either end of food areas for one day. Logo/about information and recognition in the conference program. |
$5,000 (2 Available - 1 per day) |
| Afternoon Tea Sponsor |
Your banners (up to 4) and promotional flyers/merchandise at either end of food areas for one day. Logo/about information and recognition in the conference program. |
$4,000 (2 Available - 1 per day) |
Value in Kind & Donations
| Package | Details |
|---|---|
| Value in Kind & Donations | We also welcome value-in-kind contributions to the Lead the Way Conference 2026. If your organisation would like to support the event with in-kind contributions and donations, such as products, services, or expertise that can enhance the conference experience, we offer recognition and branding opportunities to showcase your support and commitment to the success of the event. |
If you have other ideas or would like to explore alternative sponsorship opportunities, please feel free to reach out to us for a personalised discussion.
Contact Us On: institute@mackillop.org.au | Or: tel:1300 092 588
Read full terms and conditions of sponsorship at www.mackillopinstitute.org.au/sponsorship-ts-cs