Celebrating 7 Years
ScanFest in the Carolinas
Although “saga” originally means “fairytale” in an old Scandinavian language, it is also SAGA, the Scandinavian, American General Assembly of the Carolinas: a non-profit organization which was founded in 2005 to promote cultural exchange between the United States of America and the five Nordic countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden). SAGA’s primary objectives are the preservation and enjoyment of Scandinavian traditions, customs, history and cultural heritage.
One of SAGA’s main functions is to organize an annual Scandinavian festival in Charlotte, NC, to highlight the best that Scandinavia has to offer. Our event is known as ScanFest of the Carolinas, and it will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2010. After only five years, attendance at our festival has more than doubled in size. ScanFest promises to be better than ever as it celebrates its 6th Anniversary this year.
As Executive Director for SAGA my goal is to find ways to heighten awareness of SAGA in our region, as well as to promote our fundraising efforts. I am originally a Finnish national and an active member of Scandinavian-American Foundation, Suomi-Finland Club of Charlotte and Finnish School of Charlotte.
This year we are concentrating on Green Innovative Ideas as well as Genealogy and Immigration. Our featured country is Norway. We invite you to be part of the only Nordic Festival in southeast of the United States. We are offering your company the greatest platform in Charlotte, The Atrium Uptown to showcase your products and specialties.
In order to bring the best possible Scandinavian festival to Charlotte we are seeking your support. Join us to celebrate our 7-year anniversary in November 2010.
Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Sincerely yours,
Sanna-Maija Tucker
Executive Director
Fact Sheet
| Mission Statement | SAGA is organized to promote cultural exchange between the United States and the Nordic Countries of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden; to preserve and enjoy the Scandinavian traditions, customs, history and cultural heritage; to increase understanding of the Nordic people and societies among Americans; and to provide a forum where people interested in Scandinavia can meet and enjoy Nordic culture and activities. |
| Founded | March 2005 |
| Publication | The Midnight Sun, is distributed via email to the Scandinavian community in the two Carolinas, and friends of Scandinavia, as well as a large and widely diverse national and international audience. Circulation exceeds 400 and is growing. |
| Fundraising | Special Events Sponsorships Advertising Donations |
| Primary Fundraiser | ScanFest of the Carolinas, an annual festival that highlights the best that Scandinavia
has to offer, featuring Scandinavian performing artists and traditions, vendors,
games and food. Established, October 2004 |
| Most Recent Attendance | 2000 |
| Next ScanFest | Wachovia Atrium, 301 S. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC Saturday, November 6, 2010, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Admission | $2 per person, Family ticket $5 |
| What Will Be There | Scandinavian Cuisine Scandinavian Crafts Scandinavian Culture Ethnic Specialties |
SAGA of the Carolinasis a non-profit organization. Your donation is tax deductible for tax purposes under IRS regulations regarding 501 C 3 charitable organization.
Refer to TAX ID # 20-3716812.
ScanFest of the Carolinas is an all-volunteer effort.
Sponsorship Levels
We are grateful to our Sponsors!
SAGA receives no funding from city or county, and the officers and directors receive no pay. Without you this event could not be possible!
| TITLE Sponsor (one only) |
$5000 | - your company name in all ScanFest media - your company banners displayed throughout the venue (maximum of 5) - prime location of vendor table for sales or display - large logo on our website - logo representation on commemorative T-shirt - sponsorship acknowledgement on event signage, collateral - link to your website from ours (optional) |
| Titanium Sponsor | $2500 | - two company banners displayed at the venue - vendor table to use for sales or display of company material - small logo on our website - logo representation on commemorative T-shirt - sponsorship acknowledgement on event signage, collateral - link to your website from ours (optional) |
| Platinum Sponsor | $1000 | - vendor table to use for sales or display of company material - sponsorship acknowledgement on event signage, collateral - link to your website from ours (optional) |
| Gold Sponsor | $750 | - vendor table to use for sales or display of company material - link to your website from ours (optional) |