# Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities, Raffle, Event Merch, and Other LFNW 2023 Updates! **URL:** \ **Category:** LFNW Blog\ **Created:** [August 31, 2023, 4:03am UTC](https://discuss.lfnw.org/t/sponsorship-and-exhibition-opportunities-raffle-event-merch-and-other-lfnw-2023-updates/652 "2023-08-31T04:03:19Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 4\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![xmixahlx](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex035/user_avatar/discuss.lfnw.org/xmixahlx/32/116_2.png) [@xmixahlx](https://discuss.lfnw.org/u/xmixahlx)\ **Post date:** [August 31, 2023, 4:03am UTC](https://discuss.lfnw.org/t/sponsorship-and-exhibition-opportunities-raffle-event-merch-and-other-lfnw-2023-updates/652/1 "2023-08-31T04:03:19Z")
LinuxFest Northwest 2023 is two months away and IN PERSON! Yes! The largest FREE Linux and Open Source Software educational conference this side of the Atlantic Ocean returns on October 20-22, 2023 to Bellingham Technical College. Join us for shared learning experiences throughout the weekend, Board Game Night (Friday), and the Saturday Social to reconnect with the community, meet new folks, and see what your favorite FLOSS organizations are up to - new products, new job opportunities, all the new things, etc. You may be wondering “How can I support LFNW?” Easy! We welcome your organization sponsorship, community member exhibition, raffle item donation, and merch campaign purchase/donation to help keep LFNW free to attend for everyone. **Sponsorship and Exhibition:** For Organization Sponsorship please see the [LFNW 2023 Sponsorship Prospectus](https://linuxfestnorthwest.org/linuxfest-northwest-2023-sponsorship-prospectus.pdf). Various sponsorship options are available, including party sponsorship, booth exhibition, and raffle item donation. We are also now accepting requests for GRATIS exhibit hall booths for Community Organizations and Projects. Are you interested to sponsor or exhibit at LFNW? Please review the prospectus and [contact us](mailto:sponsor@linuxfestnorthwest.org). **Donations:** We welcome your donations via [PayPal Donate](https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=HHSWDWXR38FQ2). As a 501(c)(3) organization, your donation may be tax deductible and available for employer matching! We appreciate PayPal’s nonprofit discount provided for the transaction. For large sums or to donate by check, please contact our Treasurer, [John Blanford](mailto:john@linuxfestnorthwest.org). **Raffle:** Please consider donating items for our raffle. We rely on donations of quality products by members of our community to keep our raffle running. Recommended items include technical equipment, accessories, and SWAG/merch. Submit raffle items via our [LFNW 2023 Raffle Submission Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYpuTcKy7sLnIEsh8jaQtsQiCY-cIEFJjsH7XHyJS-TuzNww/viewform). Thank you for your submissions. **Event Merch:** Please see our [LFNW 2023 Merch Campaign at Custom Ink](https://www.customink.com/fundraising/lfnw2023) and to get your LFNW 2023 gear and wear it proudly! All proceeds go to support LFNW. The campaign runs August 30th - September 20th. ALL ORDERS ARE MAILED AFTER CAMPAIGN COMPLETION for delivery prior to the event. A free shipping option is available for pickup at the event instead of shipping to your location. **Hotels:** For our out of town guests we have established discounted rates with participating local hotel partners. Availability is limited. Please make your own arrangements ASAP. _Additional Hotel Partners in progress._ Four Points by Sheraton (360) 671-1011 [724 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ewHibc5FjuP5U6tc9) [Custom Booking Link](https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1694017319825&key=GRP) Booking Due: September 20, 2023 Price: $139 per night SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bellingham (360) 714-9600 [4040 Northwest Ave, Bellingham, WA 98226](https://goo.gl/maps/jyZAsFQiMW1DHeRV6) [Custom Booking Link](https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1687972951135&key=GRP) Booking Due: September 19, 2023 Price: $149 per night We look forward to seeing you at LFNW 2023! Cheers, Michael Gan [LFNW Sponsor Coordinator](mailto:sponsor@linuxfestnorthwest.org) ---
**Author:** ![xmixahlx](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex035/user_avatar/discuss.lfnw.org/xmixahlx/32/116_2.png) [@xmixahlx](https://discuss.lfnw.org/u/xmixahlx)\ **Post date:** [September 5, 2023, 9:47pm UTC](https://discuss.lfnw.org/t/sponsorship-and-exhibition-opportunities-raffle-event-merch-and-other-lfnw-2023-updates/652/2 "2023-09-05T21:47:34Z")
Update: Donations are now welcome via PayPal Donate. Thank you for your support! **Donations** We welcome your donations via [PayPal Donate](https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=HHSWDWXR38FQ2). As a 501(c)(3) organization, your donation may be tax deductible and available for employer matching! We appreciate PayPal’s nonprofit discount provided for the transaction. For large sums or to donate by check, please contact our Treasurer, [John Blanford](mailto:john@linuxfestnorthwest.org). ---
**Author:** ![xmixahlx](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex035/user_avatar/discuss.lfnw.org/xmixahlx/32/116_2.png) [@xmixahlx](https://discuss.lfnw.org/u/xmixahlx)\ **Post date:** [September 7, 2023, 5:25pm UTC](https://discuss.lfnw.org/t/sponsorship-and-exhibition-opportunities-raffle-event-merch-and-other-lfnw-2023-updates/652/3 "2023-09-07T17:25:28Z")
Update: Four Points added as a Hotel Partner. Four Points by Sheraton (360) 671-1011 [724 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ewHibc5FjuP5U6tc9) [Custom Booking Link](https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1694017319825&key=GRP) Booking Due: September 20, 2023 Price: $139 per night ---
**Author:** ![bear454](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex035/user_avatar/discuss.lfnw.org/bear454/32/5_2.png) [@bear454](https://discuss.lfnw.org/u/bear454)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2023, 10:35pm UTC](https://discuss.lfnw.org/t/sponsorship-and-exhibition-opportunities-raffle-event-merch-and-other-lfnw-2023-updates/652/4 "2023-09-19T22:35:15Z")
Tomorrow, Sept 20, is the last day to get your LFNW gear! T-shirts & sweatshirts available for the first time with the LFNW logo at [LinuxFest Northwest 2023 Custom Ink Fundraising](https://www.customink.com/fundraising/lfnw2023) The easiest way to show your support for LFNW 😃