Ladies Room Red Dress Run

The Ladies Room SC, is honored to host the World AIDS Day 2025, Red Dress Run/Walk at  Conestee Park in Greenville, SC. This signature event will bring our community together to honor lives lost, uplift people living with HIV, and reignite the long-overdue conversation  around HIV in the Upstate. 

We are excited to invite you to participate as a vendor at this impactful event.

 

Your presence not only helps us create a vibrant and engaging community space, but also provides you with a  platform to connect directly with attendees and showcase your work, products, or services. 

 

Vendor Details 

• Fee: 

$50: Nonprofit Organizations 

$100: For Profit Businesses, Individuals,and other Vendors 

 

Fee Includes:

Vendor booth/tent space at Conestee Park (10x10 tents only)

Inclusion at our Central Information Station, where your flyers or materials will  be highlighted for all attendees 

Recognition as a community supporter of World AIDS Day 2025 

 

Set-Up Time: 

Vendors may arrive beginning at 7:30 AM 

All vendors must be fully set up by 8:45 AM, as the event officially begins at  9:00 AM 

 

Event Schedule Highlights: 

9:00 AM – Opening remarks & kickoff 

Keynote by Tori Cooper (Senior Director at HRC; former member of the  Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS) 

Awards ceremony (Best Dressed in Red, Best Dressed Pet, Largest Team and Indiviual  Donations , and more)

Community walk/run, live entertainment, food trucks, and AIDS Ribbon Wall

Community Partners & Collaborators 

AIDS Ribbon Wall

Red Balloon Release

 

This event is made possible through partnerships with The Ladies Room SC, and other local organizations, along with strong support from National Leaders in HIV  advocacy. Together, we are committed to bringing visibility, equity, and compassion back into  the HIV conversation. 

Recognition as presenting sponsor on all materials Premier logo placement on banner, T-shirts, media Speaking opportunity during the opening ceremony Table in premiere event location 10 swag bags + custom merchandise item Social media spotlight + individual thank-you post Name included in all press/media mentions

Logo on banner, T-shirts, and signage Table at the event Recognition in opening remarks 6 swag bags Group thank-you post on social media

Logo on event signage Shared thank-you post Table space provided 3 swag bags

Name listed on signage at registration + resource area 1 swag bag Tabling space included

Name listed on signage at registration + resource area 1 swag bag Tabling space included

Name listed on signage at registration + resource area 1 swag bag Tabling space included

Pre-Event Setup Lead – 1 volunteer – Oversees entire setup process, communicates with vendors, coordinates with park staff. Signage & Banner Crew – 4 volunteers – Places directional signs, sponsor banners, and mile markers along course. Table & Tent Crew – 4 volunteers – Sets up registration tables, sponsor/vendor booths, water stations, and shade tents. Décor & Ribbon Wall Team – 4 volunteers – Installs red-themed decorations, AIDS ribbon wall, and photo backdrop. Sound & Stage Setup – 1 volunteer– Assists DJ/MC with sound check, microphones, and power setup.

Registration Lead – Oversees participant check-in and resolves registration issues. Check-In Crew – Checks names, distributes bibs, wristbands, or participant swag. On-Site Registration – Handles walk-up registrations and payments/donations. Merch/Sales Table – Manages T-shirt & merch sales. Donation Table –Collects extra donations (cash, card, QR codes).

Course Marshals –Positioned along the route to direct participants and cheer them on. Water Station Crew – Hands out water and snacks mid-course. First Aid/Medical Support – Monitors health and safety of participants (partner with local EMTs). Route Guide Lead – Walks/jogs ahead of participants to ensure route is safe and signage is correct. Sweeper Walker – Walks at the back to ensure no one is left behind.

MC/Stage Host Assistant – Helps keep schedule flowing and assists with announcements. Performer Liaison –Coordinates with drag performers, speakers, and entertainment. Photo/Video Team – Takes pictures and records event for marketing & social media. Social Media Live Team – Posts updates, videos, and winner announcements in real time.

Tear-Down Lead – Oversees dismantling of tents, tables, and signage. Clean-Up Crew – Ensures all trash is picked up and site is returned to park’s satisfaction. Inventory & Storage Team – Packs up decorations, supplies, and leftover merch for storage.

Sponsor & Vendor Support Sponsor Liaison – Welcomes sponsors, ensures their needs are met. Vendor Coordinator – Guides vendors to assigned spots and checks they have power, tables, etc. Fundraising Stations Ribbon Wall Donation Host – Manages ribbon writing & placement for donations. Raffle Ticket Sellers – Sells tickets for any raffles or prize drawings.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR INDIVIDUAL & TEAM WALK/RUN REGISTRATIONS

 

Join us in raising funds for The Ladies Room and the Red Dress Run.

Register and donate today. 

 

What is the Red Dress Run?
The Red Dress Run is not your typical walk or fundraiser — it’s a celebration of life, unity, and resilience.

 

Picture hundreds of people — families, kids, pets, and neighbors — all decked out in red, moving together to raise awareness and funds for HIV prevention and care. It’s part parade, part community walk, part block party — and 100% community. Whether you run, walk, roll, or strut your stuff, you’ll be part of something unforgettable.

 

Why This Event Matters
HIV prevention and care funding in South Carolina is being cut at alarming rates, leaving vulnerable communities without essential support.

 

The Ladies Room SC is stepping up — but we can’t do it alone. This event directly funds life-saving services for people living with HIV and those most at risk, including:
- Emergency housing
- Food support
- HIV/STI testing and prevention navigation
- Culturally competent healthcare connections
- Safe, affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ people

 

Event Day Highlights
This is a pet- and kid-friendly event with activities for everyone.

- Community Walk/Run/Strut along scenic trails (distance TBD due to park construction)  
- Wear your most fabulous red outfit (costumes encouraged!)  
- Contests & Prizes: Best Dressed Adult & Youth, Best Dressed Pet, Biggest Fundraiser  
- Live DJ, music, and games  
- Wellness Hub with free HIV/STI testing, PrEP navigation, and resources  
- Community Village with vendors, local businesses, and nonprofits  
- Food trucks and refreshments

 

Logistics
Date: Saturday, November 28, 2025  
Location: Conestee Park, Greenville, SC  
Check-in: 9:00 AM  
Start Time: 10:00 AM  
Awards & After Party: 11:15 AM – 12:30 PM  
☔ Rain or Shine – Dress for the weather  
♿ Accessibility: Wheelchair and stroller friendly

 

Ways to Get Involved
- Become a sponsor at any level  
- Make a give/get pledge of $250+ and rally your network  
- Donate raffle or silent auction items  
- Volunteer to help bring the event to life

 

Fundraising Goal

 

We aim to raise $50,000+ through sponsorships, participant fundraising, donations, raffles, and in-kind contributions. Every dollar directly supports programs that save lives.

 

Real Impact of Your Contribution
$750 – One week of emergency housing for a person living with HIV  
$300 – One month of groceries for a household in crisis  
$80 – Two at-home rapid HIV tests + prevention counseling  
$150 – Peer-led support group session with facilitator, space, and refreshments

 

Sponsor Benefits at a Glance
Presenting Sponsor – $5,000: Naming rights, premier logo placement, speaking opportunity, press feature, 10 VIP Experience Passes  
Champion Sponsor – $2,500: Logo on shirts, banners, website, social media features, 6 VIP Experience Passes  
Advocate Sponsor – $1,000: Logo on event signage, social media mention, 4 VIP Experience Passes  
Community Sponsor – $500: Name on materials, social media mention, 2 VIP Experience Passes

Fundraising Goal We aim to raise $50,000 through the Red Dress Run/Walk to power our HIV prevention, care, and community support work for trans and nonbinary people of color across the Upstate. Funds raised will help us: Provide at-home HIV testing kits, PrEP counseling, and care navigation Expand Positive Change, our peer-led support program for those newly diagnosed Offer emergency housing, transportation, and food assistance for participants in crisis Support stipends for trans facilitators, group supplies, and leadership development Ensure the Red Dress Run/Walk remains a bold, visible, and affirming platform for HIV awareness, remembrance, and action led by the most impacted Together, we’re not just raising awareness — we’re raising resources that save lives.