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MFOC 2023 Call

Welcome Sponsors and Makers!


There are four pages to this application. Your application is complete only after you click [SUBMIT] on the last page of this form. At any time, you can save your application with the [Save and Continue Later] link at the bottom of each page. During the application process, do not refresh your browser, or your answers may be lost.

Step 1 of 4

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  • Step 1 of 4: Exhibit, Presentation, or Performance Details

    *Indicates a required field.
  • Selling Makers are responsible for their own business transactions - whether it be via cash, credit card, barter, or some other means. There is a fee of $150 to sell or promote at Maker Faire as a Commercial Maker. The fee will be invoiced in advance and payable prior to the event.
  • After completing this form, you will be sent an invoice for your sponsorship package.
  • If your presentation can be edited to length, select all the options that could apply.
  • Describe the number of times you are offering to do your workshop or demo at Maker Faire. If one time, how long is it? If more than once, do you expect to share the space with other workshops / demos or would you like to have sessions all-day in your own area? Please describe.
  • For the Maker Faire team, explain what your project/presentation is and describe what you will actually be bringing to Maker Faire. This information will not be made public. Be as descriptive as possible.
  • Response limited to 250 characters or less. This information will be made public.
  • File must be at least 500px wide or larger. Select your best photo. This photo will appear publicly with your short description above.
    Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Please copy and paste the full link below. Example: http://www.mygreatproject.com/.
  • Please copy and paste the full link below. Example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RD_JpGgUFQQ.
  • Any URLs to specific websites or images or videos are helpful.
  • Including food in your exhibit may require a Health Permit and additional fees. Details will be emailed to you after acceptance.
  • Please enter a number from 0 to 999.
  • Special requests are not guaranteed by acceptance. You will receive confirmation in advance of the Faire.
  • Layout drawings are optional but can be helpful in our planning.
    Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • Hands-on activities are encouraged at Maker Faire! If your exhibit is not hands-on, please reconsider what you could do to engage and inspire attendees.
  • Please do not repeat the first part of the sentence above, just add onto the sentence as you see best. If this doesn't apply to your exhibit, you can skip it.
  • To ensure you have adequate power onsite, it's essential we know in advance the specific amount you need. To find the total amperage you require, find the amperage listed on the back of each piece of equipment you plan to use onsite. Then, add up the amps and round up to the closest amperage below.

    • - All options below are for a 120v circuit (normal US house circuit.)
    • - If you require a 208V or 240v circuit, select "Special power requirements" and explain your power needs in the comment box provided.
    • - Average amperage for common Maker Faire items: Laptop ~2A, Sewing Machine ~0.6A, Lights ~0.3A-2A, 3D Printer ~10A, Arduino ~0.1A. Please check your equipment, and don’t guess; Thank you in advance.
  • Please select the requested power from the list below. You can state your specific power request in the Special Requests section if none of the choices are suitable for your exhibit.
  • If your exhibit uses radio frequencies, please provide details about your RF use, frequencies, etc.

  • Safety

  • Waste/Trash and Logistical Concerns

  • Waste is anything you expect to dispose of during setup, showtime or load out at Maker Faire, such as recyclables, compostables, garbage, reuseable/donatable items, and water.
  • At Maker Faire we provide recycling and garbage bins. For special hazardous waste or items for donation, upon acceptance, please work with our team to create a plan. At Maker Faire, all makers are responsible for separating their waste into proper disposal bins.
  • Please include your input list, equipment you’ll be bringing, and additional details or special requests in the box below. If possible, we appreciate you bringing everything you need.
  • Please enter a number from 1 to 99.
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  • Step 2 of 4: Contact & Maker Information

    *Indicates a required field.

  • Primary Contact Information

    The Primary Contact is the logistical contact for the Maker Faire production and editorial team.
  • We will send acceptance notification and all information to this email address. Please type it carefully.
  • Please provide the best contact number for questions we may have during the planning process.

  • Maker, Presenter, or Performer Information

    Name(s), Bio(s), Title, Organization, and Photo will be published on the Maker Faire website. All other information will remain private and goes only to the Maker Faire team.

  • Maker 1

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites can be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
    PlatformYour Link 

  • Maker 2

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • PlatformYour Link 

  • Maker 3

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites can be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
    PlatformYour Link 

  • Maker 4

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites can be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
    PlatformYour Link 

  • Maker 5

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites can be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
    PlatformYour Link 

  • Maker 6

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites can be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
    PlatformYour Link 

  • Maker 7

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites can be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
    PlatformYour Link 

  • Group Information

  • Image must be at least 500px wide or larger.
    Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.
  • Example: http://www.groupwebsite.com/
  • Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites can be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
    PlatformYour Link 
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  • Step 3 of 4: Additional Details

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  • Upload other documentation related to your exhibit that you'd like to share with us.
    Drop files here or
    Max. file size: 8 MB.
    • Who is familiar with you, your exhibit or other things you have made? Were you referred to Maker Faire or asked to fill out this application? If so, who referred you?
    • Please select all options that apply.
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    • Step 4 of 4: Review and Submit

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