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Invest Today and become a Champion of the Maine Space Initiative
Demonstrate your support and commitment to Maine’s innovative economy by becoming a financial partner to the Maine Space Corporation.
In the face of uncertain federal and state funding, this campaign invites private and philanthropic partners to invest in Maine’s New Space Economy, which enables the development of sustainable infrastructure to grow Maine’s economy, strengthen research capabilities, and expand the state’s high-tech workforce.
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Together, we can build a thriving space future for Maine—creating jobs, driving innovation, and inspiring the next generation.
Giving Levels & Recognition
Naming Parter – $25,000
Ideal for: Large corporation with ties to the aerospace industry.
Recognition & Benefits:
- Company name and logo placed on the outside of the Maine Space Tech Hub located at Brunswick Landing. 3-year term.
- Plus all benefits of Cosmic Partner
Please contact John Karp, [email protected], 207-841-6695
Cosmic Partner – $10,000+
Ideal for: Corporate sponsors, foundations, or major individual philanthropists
Recognition & Benefits:
- Prominent logo placement at the Space Tech Hub and on the MSC website
- Naming opportunity for a lab, equipment station, or internship program (“Powered by [Company/Individual Name]”)
- Recognition plaque at the Space Tech Hub donor wall
- Feature story in MSC’s newsletter and social media spotlight
- Complimentary membership for up to 10 employees or organizational members
- Personalized facility tour and briefing with MSC leadership
- Recognition in all press releases and event materials
Please contact John Karp, [email protected], 207-841-6695
Visionary – $5,000
Ideal for: Regional businesses, industry partners, or community investors
Recognition & Benefits:
- Logo inclusion on MSC website and annual report
- Recognition plaque at the Space Tech Hub donor wall
- Feature in one MSC newsletter issue and social media post
- Invitation to VIP donor and industry networking events
- Complimentary membership for 5 employees or associates
- Opportunity to participate in MSC advisory discussions or innovation roundtables
Please contact John Karp, [email protected], 207-841-6695
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Pioneer – $3,000
Ideal for: Local businesses, small companies, or institutional partners
Recognition & Benefits:
- Name listed on the MSC website and in campaign communications
- Recognition at public MSC events and programs
- Invitation to donor appreciation event or open house
- Certificate of appreciation suitable for display
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Navigator – $1,500
Ideal for: Small businesses, educators, or space advocates
Recognition & Benefits:
- Name listed in the quarterly newsletter and website
- Invitation to one MSC event per year
- Recognition in select outreach and digital materials
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Innovator – $500
Ideal for: Entrepreneurs, educators, or small donors passionate about space innovation
Recognition & Benefits:
- Name included in the MSC quarterly newsletter
- Digital recognition on social media and website
- Invitation to select MSC webinars or community briefings
- MSC supporter certificate
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Stargazer – $100
Ideal for: Individuals, families, or students
Recognition & Benefits:
- Recognition in donor listing on MSC website
- Subscription to quarterly MSC newsletter
- “Champion of Maine Space” digital badge or sticker
- Invitation to annual “Space Celebration” community event
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Friend – $25
Recognition & Benefits:
- Recognition in donor listing on the MSC website
- Subscription to quarterly MSC Newsletter
- Invitation to annual “Space Celebration” community event
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What Your Partnership Supports
Your investment will sustain and expand MSC’s high-impact initiatives:
- Leadership & Operations Sustainability:
- Provide interim Executive Director and essential operational staff
- Support strategic planning, convening activities, and transition leadership
- Expand Space Qualification Testing Lab:
- Co-invest in new instruments and facility improvements
- Launch applied research and public-private pilot projects
- Workforce & Education Pipeline:
- Fund paid internships, apprenticeships, and youth engagement programs
- Develop educator training and curriculum aligned with space careers
- Support training for rural, underemployed, and underserved populations
- Entrepreneurship & Industry Engagement:
- Launch a business incubator and space innovation hub
- Provide grants and mentoring for startups and scale-ups
- Organize regional investor roundtables and matchmaking events
- Public Engagement & Advocacy:
- Fund a statewide outreach campaign and space awareness initiatives
- Support community-based storytelling and citizen science
- Host events, exhibitions, and policy briefings to build public support
