PLANNING GUIDE 2023
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Hunger Fight’s Packing Event: A Remarkable Addition to Your CSR Program
In the realm of conventions and corporate gatherings, organizers are looking for innovative ways to engage attendees and foster a sense of community. One notable solution gaining significant traction in recent years are Hunger Fight’s packing events. Combining philanthropy and team-building, these events provide a remarkable opportunity for convention attendees to make a positive impact in the community and strengthen relationships among participants.
Hunger Fight’s packing events involve assembling nutritious dry good meals, which are distributed locally to food-insecure children, weekly. With Hunger Fight’s expertise and resources, this turnkey event can be integrated into a convention schedule, providing a memorable, purposeful activity for attendees.
A key advantage of Hunger Fight’s packing events is versatility. Regardless of the convention’s size or location, Hunger
Fight’s experienced team can customize the event to suit the specific needs and objectives of the organizers. From midsize to large-scale conventions, Hunger Fight can accommodate them. By utilizing existing space and simply flipping a hall or salon, attendees never have to leave the property.
As convention-goers work side by side, the event promotes camaraderie and strong connections among participants, transcending mere business interactions.
Moreover, the impact of these events extends far beyond the convention walls. This tangible outcome instills a sense of pride and accomplishment among participants, leaving them with a lasting memory of their convention experience.
By integrating a Hunger Fight packing event into their convention, organizers can enhance their Corporate Social Responsibility Program.
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Bring It Home! Jax
Are you a Jacksonville local and travel for conferences? Could we host that conference here in Jacksonville?
Every association, corporation, government agency and industry trade group holds multiple meetings and conferences each year. Let’s bring those meetings right here into our backyard and show attendees why Jacksonville is such a great city to live, work and play in!
As a Jax local, you already know that we’re up for business and down for fun here on the Flip Side of Florida. With our remarkable events spaces and meeting venues, and more than 200 hotels and resorts with nearly 18,000 rooms, Jacksonville is the perfect spot for any conference. Plus, our warm and welcoming spirit, award-winning restaurants, endless outdoor activities, and a nationally recognized art scene make our hometown perfect for groups looking to make their events stand out.
Why Meet in Jax?
• Hosting here creates a positive impact for our local economy.
• Jax is the most affordable meeting city in Florida.
• Jax can accommodate tight schedules and budgets.
• Jax is smaller but punches well above its weight class, giving your group individualized attention from a top shelf visitor bureau that can’t wait to open this unique destination up to all attendees.
Learn more about how to use your influence and affiliations to attract more meetings and conferences to our city at BringItHomeJax.com.
Downtown Jacksonville’s only full-scale organic craft distillery
MANIFEST DISTILLING IS Downtown Jacksonville’s only full-scale organic distillery, located in the heart of the Sports District. We are committed to the resurgence of independent, American craftsmanship and believe that excellence comes with patience and commitment. That’s why Manifest takes the “hearts,” or the best, of each distillation to ensure our spirits are of the purest form before making the journey to your glass. The rest is in your hands. Where will your journey lead you?
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The Cocktail Room offers a beautiful aesthetic that is every bit modern as it is chic. The built-in marble bar, polished concrete floors, vaulted ceilings, and custom shelving make this area a unique space to host a cocktail hour, tailgating event or corporate fundraiser. It also provides the perfect setting for an intimate dinner party, business meeting, or distillery tasting. This space also includes a private room and is equipped with a 55” television and an Apple TV connector.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR EVENT
We offer a variety of event add-ons that allow you to customize your event. Add-ons include guided tours of the distillery, signature cocktail menus, cocktail classes, spirits workshops, and custom barrel aged cocktails with branded barrels.
www.manifestdistilling.com • 904-619-1479 • info@manifestdistilling.com 960 East Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
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Ballroom: Dimmable crystal chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling windows, Terrazzo floors, built-in stage, catering kitchen
Club Room: Great for lunch meetings or retreats, smart TV, hardwood floors, small kitchen
Courtyard: Perfect for outdoor gatherings, historic fountain, picturesque flagstone, lush greenery, evening lighting
Amenities: Private parking lot, open vendor policy, dock access, Wi-Fi, digital floor plan
Historic Location | Vibrant Neighborhood | Waterfront View
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