Invest in the relationships, ideas, and infrastructure that strengthen connection and our public life.

May 18–20, 2027 | Chicago, Illinois
Pre-conference events: May 17

The 2027 National Conference on Dialogue & Deliberation will bring together hundreds or people from across sectors and communities who are working to strengthen how we navigate differences, make decisions, solve problems, and act together.

In May 2027, we’ll gather in Chicago for NCDD’s 10th national conference. More than a place to exchange ideas, NCDD2027 is being designed to strengthen relationships across sectors, connect promising work, and spark collaborations that can lead to meaningful change and collective action.

And we’re building it collaboratively. Working alongside Chicago-area leaders and a growing network of partners from across the country, we’re shaping a gathering rooted in Chicago’s civic community and connected to a broader national ecosystem.

More than a conference. A catalyst for change.

Why Sponsor NCDD2027?

At a time when division, distrust, and disconnection are straining communities and institutions, the ability to come together across differences is more important than ever.

Sponsoring NCDD2027 connects your organization with a diverse national community of leaders, innovators, facilitators, researchers, funders, educators, journalists, public officials, students, and community members working to strengthen our collective capacity to address shared challenges.

Your investment reaches far beyond three days in Chicago. It helps promising ideas reach new audiences, strengthens relationships across sectors, and creates opportunities for collaboration that continue long after the conference ends.

Showcase your leadership. Enhance your visibility. Help build lasting impact.

Choose Your Sponsorship Level

NCDD2027 offers seven sponsorship levels, with benefits and recognition increasing based on your level of investment.

Choose one of the suggested amounts below or enter a custom sponsorship amount. Your sponsorship level will be determined by your total investment.

Visionary: $100,000+

Transform what’s possible.

Our highest level of partnership includes 10 conference registrations, three years of NCDD membership, Premier Recognition, Conference Experience Naming, and customized opportunities developed with NCDD to further highlight your leadership before, during, and after the conference.

Champion: $50,000 - $99,999

Strengthen impact across the ecosystem.

Includes seven conference registrations, two years of NCDD membership, Featured Recognition, Conference Experience Naming, and additional opportunities to engage with the NCDD2027 community.

Changemaker: $25,000 - $49,999

Invest in infrastructure for collaboration.

Includes five conference registrations, two years of NCDD membership, Featured Recognition, and prominent opportunities to share your work and contributions with attendees.

Catalyst: $10,000 - $24,999

Spark new ideas and partnerships.

Includes four conference registrations, one year of NCDD membership, Enhanced Recognition, and expanded opportunities to share your work throughout NCDD2027.

Contributor: $5,000 - $9,999

Expand the reach of good work.

Includes three conference registrations, one year of NCDD membership, Enhanced Recognition, and expanded visibility throughout NCDD2027.

Supporter: $3,000 - $4,999

Strengthen meaningful conversations.

Includes two conference registrations and Standard Recognition throughout NCDD2027.

Friend: $1,000 - $2,999

Help make this gathering possible.

Includes one conference registration and Standard Recognition throughout NCDD2027.

Full sponsorship benefits, recognition opportunities, and package details are available in the NCDD2027 Sponsorship Guide.

Want to Invest in Something Specific?

Separate from our sponsorship packages, organizations and individuals can support specific NCDD2027 priorities, including:

Chicago Civic Celebration
Inclusive Participation
Emerging Leaders Fund
Accessibility
Coffee Breaks & Receptions
Arts & Graphic Facilitation
Innovations Showcase
Civic Storytelling
Conference Impact Fund

To support one of these opportunities, enter the amount you would like to invest and indicate the opportunity you'd like to support in the Sponsorship Interests or Notes field.

Featured investments are separate from NCDD2027 sponsorship packages and include customized recognition tied to the area supported.

Don't see the right fit? We'd be happy to work with you to create a customized investment opportunity aligned with your organization's mission, interests, and goals

About NCDD

For nearly 25 years, the National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation (NCDD) has served as connective infrastructure for a diverse ecosystem working across sectors and communities.

NCDD connects the people, ideas, methods, and resources that help communities navigate differences, make consequential decisions, solve problems, and act together. Our national conferences are where this ecosystem comes to life, creating highly participatory spaces where people share knowledge, experience new approaches, build lasting relationships, and discover what becomes possible when we work together.

Invest in What Comes Next

Ready to sponsor NCDD2027? Choose a suggested sponsorship amount or enter your preferred investment to get started.

Prefer to pay by check? Select your sponsorship or investment amount and choose “Check” as your payment method during checkout. Mailing instructions will be provided.

Interested in a customized sponsorship, featured investment opportunity, or sponsorship above one of the listed levels? We'd love to talk with you and find the right fit.

Keiva Hummel
NCDD Executive Director
keiva@ncdd.org
925-768-4054

Learn more about NCDD2027:
www.ncdd.org/ncdd2027

Find the Sponsorship Guide: Linked here