BLMT Vendor Sign-up

Event Overview

Purpose, date, location, audience.

Vendor Booth Fee Schedule

Black Learners Matter Too™ Community Market
Presented by Quarantine Racism Educational Services (QRES)
📍 Burlington Riverfront Promenade

Standard Vendor Booth – Closed (10×10) — $85
• Outdoor booth space
• Vendor provides tent, table, and chairs

Pre-packed Food Vendor Closed— $125

-Outdoor booth space

-Vendor provides fully sealed, ready-to-sell food items with no on-site preparation or handling

-Vendor provides tent, table, and chairs
-Placement based on safety and park regulations
-Vendors handle all required city and county food permits

Food Vendor / Food Truck Space Closed — $275
• Space for food trucks and food service operations
• Placement based on safety and park regulations
• Vendors handle all required city and county food permits

Community Resource / Innovation Space— $50

For Community Engagement, Learning & Innovation

This booth category is designed for organizations, businesses, educators, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, artists, and community leaders who are committed to actively engaging attendees through demonstrations, educational activities, interactive experiences, resource sharing, creative exhibits, or innovative ideas.

The Black Learners Matter Too™ Community Market is not intended to be a passive vendor event. Community Resource / Innovation Space participants are expected to provide meaningful engagement with attendees through conversation, activities, demonstrations, displays, learning experiences, or other interactive opportunities.

Examples may include:
• Educational activities and demonstrations
• STEM, robotics, and technology exhibits
• Arts and creative experiences
• Youth engagement activities
• Community resources and outreach
• Financial literacy or entrepreneurship education
• Interactive product demonstrations
• Cultural, historical, or educational exhibits

Sales are permitted within this category; however, all participants must incorporate an educational, interactive, innovative, or community-engagement component into their booth experience. Attendees should have an opportunity to learn, participate, explore, experience, or engage beyond simply viewing products or making a purchase.

Important: Applicants must be willing and able to actively engage with attendees throughout the event. If your primary goal is simply to set up a table and wait for customers without offering an interactive, educational, community-focused, or engaging experience, this category is likely not a good fit.

Organizations or businesses that cannot provide meaningful attendee engagement are respectfully asked not to apply for this booth category.

Application Requirement: Please describe how your organization, business, or program will meet this engagement requirement. Include details regarding any demonstrations, activities, educational components, interactive experiences, resource sharing, or community engagement opportunities you plan to provide during the event.

Booth fees help cover event logistics, park usage, and operations.

Fees are collected after approval. Submission does not guarantee acceptance.

Fee Acknowledgment

I have reviewed and understand the vendor booth fee schedule listed above and acknowledge that booth fees are collected only after approval and are non-refundable once a space is assigned. I further understand that this is a rain-or-shine event, and no refunds, credits, or transfers will be issued due to weather conditions, including but not limited to rain, wind, or other acts of nature.

How Booths Are Assigned

Booth Assignment Process
Booth placement is determined by the event organizer based on:
• Vendor type
• Space requirements
• Safety and fire regulations
• City and Parks & Recreation guidelines

Booth assignments are final and will be communicated prior to the event.
Requests are considered but not guaranteed.

Fees, Deadlines & What Happens Next

After You Apply

-Submit the vendor application
-Application is reviewed by Quarantine Racism Educational Services (QRES)
-Approved vendors receive a confirmation email
-Booth fee payment instructions are sent (if applicable)
-Final booth location, setup instructions, and arrival times are emailed before the event

Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance or a specific booth location.

Rules That Affect Booths

Booth Rules
• Vendors must remain within assigned space
• No subleasing or sharing booths without approval
• No blocking walkways or emergency access
• Setup and breakdown must follow assigned times

Vendor Sign-Up

Business/Organization Name

Primary Contact Name

Last Name

Phone/Mobile

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Website or Social Media Link

Vendor Classification

Vendor Type & Booth Information

Vendor Type – Important: Vendor Category Guidelines Vendor categories are assigned based on product type and method of service—not pricing or simplicity. Pre-packaged items must be fully sealed with no on-site handling Any pouring, scooping, mixing, or preparation qualifies as a food vendor 👉 All selections are subject to review and adjustment

Checkbox Field

I understand my vendor category may be reassigned based on my products and setup

Describe Products or Services You Will Offer

Booth Size Needed

If larger than 10×10, explain space needs

Number of Staff Attending

Food Permit Acknowledgment

Insurance & Risk Acknowledgment

I understand that vendor insurance is not required by the City of Burlington for this event. I acknowledge that I am participating at my own risk and that Quarantine Racism Educational Services (QRES) and the City of Burlington / Parks & Recreation Department are not responsible for any injury, loss, damage, or liability related to my participation

Vendor Responsibility & Liability Release

Vendor Responsibility & Liability Agreement

I agree that I am fully responsible for my booth, displays, equipment, staff, conduct, and any damage caused to park or city property. I agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify Quarantine Racism Educational Services (QRES), event staff, volunteers, and the City of Burlington / Parks & Recreation Department from all claims, losses, damages, injuries, or liabilities arising from my participation, including setup and breakdown.

Park Property Protection

Park Property Damage Responsibility

I understand that I may be financially responsible for any damage caused to the Burlington Riverfront Promenade, including grounds, walkways, fixtures, or utilities, as a result of my participation.

Electronic Signature

Electronic Signature (Type Full Legal Name)

Date / Time

Black Learners Matter Too™ Vendor Registration | Burlington NJ