SFA Toolkits


Writing and Research Related to Public Science Events

Writing and Research documents related to public science events.

Resources for Alliance Members

2020 Accelerator Resources

Resources for Smaller Festivals

Resources for smaller festivals compiled as part of the Science Festival Accelerator initiative.

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Sponsorship Resource: Opportunities Overview (PSF)

Content Resource: TABLETOP SIGN TEMPLATE (PSF)

Planning Resource: Sample Discovery Day Budget (PSF)

Volunteer Recruitment Flyer (Small Festivals)

Video - Cambridge Science Festival

Sponsorship Resource: Invoice Template (SDSF)

Evaluation Report: 2006 Small Talk Final Report

Video - How to Create a Star Party

2017 IPSEC Video Showcase

Evaluation Planning: EvalFest Evaluation Planning Timeline

2014 Science Festival Alliance Annual Report

Content Resource: Science Night Kit (NCSF)