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Support First Night Morris County & FNM365
Supporter Opportunities
Our Success is Your Success. We view our supporters as vital collaborators in a mission that extends year-round. Your investment is what ensures we can present an outstanding, high-quality New Year’s Eve event, featuring a robust lineup of 80+ performances, an acclaimed film festival, and versatile access via in-person, live-streaming, and on-demand platforms, while also fueling FNM365®—our 365-day commitment to education, workforce development, and local arts growth. Every contribution, at any level, is essential to our shared success
Champion Supporter
Organizational Sponsorship
$20,000
All elements of “Diamond Supporter” Package Plus:
• Sponsorship of the Film Festival
• Sponsorship of our Mobile App
• Sponsorship of Midnight Finale
• Official Program Sponsor w/ Logo on Cover
• 15 additional complimentary admission passes
• Premium Logo Location on FirstNightMorris.org and FNM365
Diamond Supporter
Organizational Supporter
$15,000
- All elements of “Platinum Supporter” Package Plus
- Sponsorship of the Film Festival OR Sponsorship of the Virtual Volunteer Direct Mailer
- Full Page Ad in Digital Program (Copy Ready)
- Premium Logo Location on FirstNightMorris.org and FNM365
Platinum Supporter
FNM365 & Event Sponsorship
$10,000
- All elements of “Gold Supporter” Package Plus:
- Official Program Featured Supporter
- Logo in Featured Supporter Section of Website
- Video Introduction of Streaming Artist (Optional)
- 10 additional complimentary admission passes
- Access to other special promotional opportunities
- Premium Logo Location on FirstNightMorris.org and FNM365
Gold Supporter
FNM365 & Event Sponsorship
$5,000
- All elements of “Silver Supporter” Package Plus:
- Inclusion in a Special Marketing Campaigns
- Sponsorship Recognition on Streaming Channel
- Half Page Ad in Digital Program (Copy Ready)
- 6 additional complimentary admission passes
- Logo on FirstNightMorris.com and FNM365
Silver Supporter
Event Sponsorship
$2,500
- All elements of “Bronze Supporter” Packages Plus:
- Inclusion in a press release announcing sponsors
- Video Introduction of a Film (Pre-Recorded)
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials
Bronze Supporter
Event Sponsorship
$1,000
- Package Includes:
- Performer Sponsorship
- Organization name read prior to the start of streaming performances
- Inclusion in printed & digital program
- A direct link to your website from our website
- Logo & link to your website included in newsletter
- 4 complimentary admission passes
About Us
“First Night© Morris County provides an affordable and community-focused experience that fosters the public’s appreciation of visual and performing arts with a year-round impact thru FNM365.”
Mission
First Night® Morris County, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, seeks to foster the public’s appreciation of visual and performing arts through an innovative, diverse, and high-quality New Year’s Eve program which offers the community a shared cultural experience that is accessible and affordable to all with Year Round Community Development Thru FNM365.
Year-Round Impact Thru FNM365
In partnership with the community, FNM365® provides year-round programs in arts, education, and development, ensuring the mission and spirit of First Night Morris County enriches lives every day of the year.
Our Annual Event
First Night® Morris County began in 1992 and is the LARGEST First Night® in New Jersey, attracting nearly 10,000 participants each year. An alcohol-free and substance-free celebration of arts and culture, First Night® Morris County attracts families, seniors, singles and anyone looking for an exciting way to ring in the New Year!
Our Featured Event: First Night Morris County
Featuring 80+ Performances at 20+ Venues in Downtown Morristown
For over 33 years, First Night Morris County has been an integral part of the New Jersey landscape. As we prepare for our 34th year, we are stronger than ever. We are proud to be New Jersey’s largest First Night and an organization of unparalleled professionalism set for a promising future.
Historically on New Year’s Eve, Morristown has become a stage with more than 80 performances by over 200 artists in 20 venues. Thousands of friends, families, and neighbors join together to share in the excitement. Our alcohol-free and substance-free performing arts event has been brought to life by our performers, many of whom are internationally renowned and offer our attendees a one of a kind opportunity to become a part of our interactive event. Our annual event is the culmination of our year-round efforts and highlights the impact we make.
Together We Can
Year-Round Impact Thru FNM365
FNM365® is a Year-Round Community Development Program, dedicated to bringing the community together, not only for New Year’s Eve but all 365 days of the year. FNM365® in conjunction with First Night Morris County Partners, Supporters, Volunteers, Patrons, and Community Members will provide the following programs throughout the coming year.
Advisory Board
The Advisory Board is an essential part of First Night Morris County. Advisory Board Members are Community and Business Leaders, former Board Members and/or Board Chairs, Current Board Members, Volunteers, Supporters, Vendors, Venues, Partners and Key Committee Members. The Advisory Board Meets 2 times a year, oversees the FNM365 Initiative and the development of new programs or initiatives.
Artist Entrepreneurship
Artists are Entrepreneurs. To be a Successful Artist and Entrepreneur, Artists need (at the very least) basic business skills and a willingness to approach selling art as any Entrepreneur would. For Artists who are serious about building a sustainable career, we have partnered with the New Jersey Small Business Development Center of Northwest Jersey (NW-NJSBDC) to provide the “Artist Entrepreneurship Program.” Thanks to the NW-NJSBDC, Program Participants we refer have access to online assessments, webinars, seminars, and one-on-one counseling.
Arts, History, and Innovation Initiative
The Arts, History, and Innovation Initiative, a cornerstone of First Night Morris County’s FNM365®, is a year-round program enriching the community beyond New Year’s Eve. It focuses on three key areas: History, actively cross-promoting local historical events and forging new partnerships to deepen our understanding of heritage, with an aim to integrate historical elements into the annual First Night event. Innovation drives workforce development through experiential learning for students and professionals in the arts sector. Finally, Arts fosters open discussion, creativity, and collaboration, recognizing the intrinsic value of artistic engagement across all initiative endeavors. This multi-faceted approach ensures year-round community enrichment and builds upon the spirit of First Night.
Reading To A Better Future
The Literacy Initiative is the evolution of our highly successful Bookmark Program. In the past two years over 30,000 Bookmarks will be distributed throughout the Morris County Library System. A love of reading from an early age is essential to success in the classroom and life. This year we are expanding our program. Stay tuned for details.
STEM Leadership Internship
To develop the next generation of Volunteer, Community, and Business Leaders, First Night Morris County has expanded our Volunteer Internship Program to the STEM Leadership Program. Students from Middle School to Graduate School receive Mentorship, Training, and Hands-On Opportunities to Prepare them for the Future. Our program focuses on STEM-Based opportunities, emphasizing Green Technologies, Data Science, Analysis, Application Development, and Architecture with separate training modules on workplace soft skills and leadership.
Our Featured Supporters
Thank You To Our Featured Supporters & Partners!
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