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1 RADIO TELEVISION DIGITAL NEWS FOUNDATION First Amendment TWENTY-EIGHTH ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER FREEDOM FAILS WITHOUT A FREE PRESS MARCH 8, WASHINGTON MARRIOTT MARQUIS.

2 First Amendment TWENTY-EIGHTH ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER Radio Television Digital News Foundation RTDNF exists to ensure that newsrooms, government officials, and the public don t forget what the Constitutional protections of the First Amendment mean. At this annual event, RTDNF will showcase individuals and organizations that exemplify responsible journalism and who practice their constitutionally-guaranteed duty to seek and report the truth. RTDNF and its sister organization RTDNA stand for all aspects of the First Amendment, particularly the freedom of the press. The Foundation aims to ensure that the broadcast and digital news profession remains a critical part of our nation s free press for generations to come. As such, RTDNF provides training on what journalists can do legally and should do ethically as it: Supports U.S. First Amendment rights, worldwide press freedom and the public s right to know. Promotes discussion of ethics and integrity in news coverage. Develops leadership skills among news professionals and sound management practices in news organizations. Encourages diversity in news organizations and in news coverage. Assesses the impact of technological change on the news industry. Fosters exchanges of ideas and perspectives at the local, national and international levels. Our Vision An America in which the press is able to hold the powerful to account, shine a light on corruption, act as a catalyst for positive change in local communities without denial of access, undue restriction, or fear of attack. Your sponsorship demonstrates your commitment to the First Amendment and press freedom by supporting training resources for student and professional journalists focused on ethics, financial reporting, best practices, international reporting, and newsroom management. Support the First Amendment For more information or to become a sponsor or advertiser: Holly Rose, Industry Relations and Sponsorship Manager Direct: Mobile: hollyr@rtdna.org March 8, 2018 Washington Marriott Marquis 6 p.m. cocktail reception 7 p.m. dinner and show RTDNF Supporters ABC News ABC News Radio Adelphia University American Petroleum Institute Associated Press Baron Services CBS News CBS News Radio Center for Audit Equality CNN CNN Newsource Consumer Electronics Association CoxReps The E.W. Scripps Company General Motors H + K Strategies Hearst Television, Inc. Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc. Investment Company Institute JVC Kenwood USA Corporation John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Magid National Association of Broadcasters National Association of Broadcasters Education Foundation National Press Foundation NBC News Nexstar Media Group, Inc. NPR Raycom Media SAG-AFTRA Scripps Networks Interactive Sinclair Broadcast Group Showtime Networks, Inc. Skyview Networks Stephen Arnold Music TEGNA, Inc. United Talent Agency U.S. Chamber of Commerce University of Missouri School of Journalism The Washington Post Weather Metrics Wiley Rein, LLP Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP

3 Honorees Lifetime Achievement Award Robin Roberts, Co-Anchor, Good Morning America First Amendment Award NBC s Meet the Press This award recognizes an individual who has performed an outstanding service and accomplishment spanning a career in journalism. This award honors an outstanding individual or organization which champions the First Amendment and press freedoms. Leonard Zeidenberg First Amendment Award Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, hosts, Morning Joe First Amendment Leadership Award Gretchen Carlson, former Fox News anchor and current President of the Miss America Organization This award is presented annually to a radio or television journalist or news executive who has made a major contribution to the protection of First Amendment freedoms. It s named for the late Broadcasting & Cable senior correspondent Leonard Zeidenberg. Photograph by Brigitte Lacombe This award is presented to a business or government leader, or other individual, who has made a significant contribution to the protection of the First Amendment and freedom of the press. First Amendment Service Award David Rhodes, President, CBS News This award honors professionals in local or network news who work in an off-air, management, largely behind-the-scenes capacity.

4 Sponsorship Branding Opportunities Level Diamond $25,000 Platinum $15,000 Tables and Access Two tables of 10 in a prominent location. VIP reception access for your 20 dinner guests. One table of 10. VIP reception access for your 10 dinner guests. Advertising Ad Ad On-Site Promotion Accolades from the podium with projected logo Accolades from the podium with projected logo Web Promotion Linked logo on event web page Logo on RTDNA.org homepage for 3 weeks Linked logo on event web page Logo on RTDNA.org homepage for 2 weeks Digital Media Promotion Listed in all event marketing Exposure over social media for 3 weeks Listing in 3 weekly Communicator issues Listed in all event marketing Exposure over social media for 2 weeks Listing in 2 weekly Communicator issues Make an impact & align your brand with press freedoms! Cocktail Reception Sponsor $15,000 Includes 4 tickets to the event, full page ad in the dinner program, signage in and around the cocktail reception, inclusion in all marketing, linked logo on the event web page, logo in program and accolades from the podium. Centerpiece Sponsor Includes 4 tickets to the event, full page ad in the dinner program, logo on each centerpiece, recognition on signage, inclusion in all marketing, linked logo on the event web page, logo in program and accolades from the podium. Step-and-Repeat Sponsor Includes 4 tickets to the event, full page ad in the dinner program, logo on step-and-repeat backdrop, recognition on signage, inclusion in all marketing, linked logo on the event web page, logo in program and accolades from the podium. Gold Silver $7,000 Friend One table of 10. One table of 10. Two tickets Half Page Ad Listing in the Linked logo on event web page Listing on event web page Listing on event web page Listed in all event marketing Exposure over social media for 1 week Listing in 1 weekly Communicator issue RTDNF is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Sponsor contributions for this event in excess of $1,620 per table are fully tax-deductible as allowed by law. This represents your contribution in excess of goods or services received. Gift Sponsor Includes 2 tickets to the event, half page ad in the dinner program, logo on custom gift for each attendee, recognition on signage, inclusion in all marketing, linked logo on the event web page, logo in program and accolades from the podium. *Cost of gifts not to exceed $5,000 Signature Cocktail Sponsor $6,000 Includes 2 tickets to the event, half page ad in the dinner program, recognition on signage at each bar promoting your signature cocktail, cocktail name represents that of your choosing (in agreement with RTDNF), logo on cocktail napkin, linked logo on the event web page, and logo in program.

5 Digital Advertising File Type:.jpg,.gif to: RTDNA.org Ad Size & Positioning Banner 468 x 60; rotating Square 195 x 195; rotating Double Square 195 x Month $1,000 $350 $695 3 Months $2,550 $895 $1,775 *Ask about advertising over 3 months RTDNA Communicator e-newsletter Ad Size & Positioning Banner 600 x 90 1 Week $550 1 Month $1,870 3 Months $4,290 *Ask about advertising over 3 months Program Advertising File Type: 300 DPI.pdf to: katies@rtdna.org Ads are due by February 15, 2018 Ad Type Half Page Inside Front or Back Cover Specs 8.5 w x 11 h.125 bleeds 8.5 w x 5.5 h.125 bleeds 8.5 w x 11 h.125 bleeds $1,500 $2,200

6 Sponsorship 2018 & Advertising Contract CONTACT NAME CONTACT TITLE COMPANY NAME (as it should appear in print) ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP OFFICE PHONE MOBILE PHONE FAX Sponsorship Diamond Platinum Gold Silver Friend Branding Packages Cocktail Reception Gift Sponsor Step-and-Repeat Centerpiece Sponsor Signature Cocktail Print Advertising Half Page Inside Front Cover Inside Back Cover Payment Tax ID: Make all checks payable to: Radio Television Digital News Foundation Attn: Kate Switchenko National Press Building th Street N.W., STE 1240 Washington, D.C Please Invoice $25,000 $15,000 $7,000 $15,000 $6,000 $1,500 $2,200 $2,200 Credit Card: AMEX VISA MASTERCARD Name on Card: Card Number: Exp Date Charge Amount: Calculate your payment. TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: Security Code: Digital Advertising (check one) Ad Size & Positioning RTDNA.org Banner 468 x 60; rotating RTDNA.org Square 95 x 195; rotating RTDNA.org Double Square 195 x 390 RTDNA Communicator e-newsletter Banner 600x90 1 Month $1,000 $350 $395 $1,870 Individual Tickets $ Individual tickets are available for purchase online. 3 Months $2,550 $895 $1,775 $4,290 *RTDNA.org receives over 15,000 unique visitors per month. The RTDNA Communicator is sent to over 3,000 people weekly with a 20% open rate. Sponsorship Rules and Regulations RTDNA/F members, non-members, corporations, consulting firms, manufacturers, government agencies and other associations are eligible. RTDNA/F reserves the right to determine the eligibility of any sponsor or sponsorship during the course of any RTDNA/F event. Payment and Cancellation Policy Full payment must be received with the application to secure one of the selections made by the applicant. Without full payment, RTDNA/F will not guarantee or hold any of the applicant s selections. Sponsorships and advertising are non-refundable and are nontransferable. Logo and Ad Submission Please a hi-res vector logo, program advertisement and/or digital advertising to katies@rtdna.org. Ad deadline is February 15, Ads submitted after February 15 are not guaranteed. Signature *I hereby certify that I understand the sponsorship rules, regulations, payment and cancellation policies. RTDNF is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Sponsor contributions for this event in excess of $1,620 per table are fully tax-deductible as allowed by law. This represents your contribution in excess of goods or services received.