Join DEAF Inc. in their 1st Annual DEAF Inc. C3 (Culture, Comedy and Camping) bringing together children and adults who are deaf or hard of hearing, their families, and professionals in the fields of deafness, hearing health and education with a shared mission of improving the lives of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. C3 gives the community an avenue to gather and celebrate our Deaf culture.

DEAF Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization so tax exemption can be applied to your payment for sponsorship or exhibition fees.

What’s Happening at DEAF Inc. C3?

While learning about deafness, they will have opportunities to have FUN! DEAF Inc. will be hosting their first largest Comedyfest. We hope to have more than 500 people attending the event.

We will be featuring 8 deaf comedians, which are Crom, FatAss, Fischer, Pinky, Brandon Stewart, Trix Bruce, Roger Vass and Wormy. During the event, we will be offering VIP packages that include gourmet food, beverages, complimentary gifts and opportunity to meet local celebrities.

What’s the Audience Focus?

There is an estimate of over 280,000 people with hearing loss in the St. Louis Metro area. Out of this group, approximately 8,000 of them use Sign Language as their primary mode of communication. DEAF Inc. C3 will provide your organization with direct contact with your deaf and hard of hearing community constituents, allowing you to interact, hear their concerns and assist your organization in increasing awareness of the type of resources and services your organization provides. It is proven that deaf and hard of hearing people remain loyal to companies that make an effort to make their products and services accessible and support deaf and hard of hearing grassroots organizations. Be a part of the exhibition and distribute your message personally to them.

With a focus on increasing deaf awareness, the DEAF Inc.'s C3 is expected to draw over 500 campers from nationwide, seeking to expand their knowledge base and to network with advocates, families, professionals and community leaders.

DEAF Inc. will provided an interpreter (depending on availablity) to exhibitors who have requested for one.

Exhibition Schedule

Exhibition Package:

Weekend Package	$50.00
This package includes a 10'x10' space for Friday and Saturday. You will be responsible for bringing your own table and chairs.
Weekend Package w/ Electricity	$75.00
This package includes a 10'x10' space with access to electricty for Friday and Saturday. You will be responsible for bringing your own table and chairs.

Vendor is responsible for paying Missouri Sales Tax if applicable. There's no internet access available. No illegal product sales of any kind will be acceptable.

If you want to become a sponsor instead of an exhibitor, please click here.

YES, I WANT MY ORGANIZATION BE PART OF DEAF INC.'s C3!

To sign-up as an Exhibitor, click here to go to the store and purchase the package of your choice.

Deadline for accepting application is end of business day on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2010.