2027 Partnership Opportunities
Sponsorship & Partnership
Join us in celebrating African heritage, culture, and community at Des Moines' premier African cultural festival.
Official Document
2027 Sponsorship Packet
The complete guide — tier levels, benefits, audience demographics, activation ideas, and partnership terms.
Sponsorship Levels
Choose Your Partnership Level
Every tier includes brand visibility, community recognition, and a direct connection to Des Moines' African diaspora.
Top TierPresenting Sponsor
$20,000+- Named as the exclusive Presenting Sponsor in ALL marketing and promotional materials
- Logo prominently displayed on main stage banner, entrance signage, and all printed collateral
- Dedicated 20x20 ft branded activation/booth space at the festival
- Full-page advertisement in the official festival program
- Verbal recognition from the main stage throughout the event
- Logo featured on festival website homepage with direct link
- Featured in all social media campaigns (10+ dedicated posts)
- 20 complimentary VIP passes + VIP hospitality access
- Exclusive meet-and-greet with performers, dignitaries, and festival leadership
- Speaking opportunity at the opening or closing ceremony
- Post-event impact report with full audience reach and engagement metrics
- Right of first refusal for 2028 presenting sponsorship
Gold Sponsor
$10,000- Logo on main stage banner, festival signage, and all printed materials
- Named recognition in press releases and media outreach
- Branded 15x15 ft activation/booth space at the festival
- Half-page advertisement in the official festival program
- Verbal recognition from the main stage
- Logo on festival website with direct link
- Social media spotlight campaign (6 dedicated posts)
- 12 complimentary VIP passes
- Post-event impact report
Silver Sponsor
$5,000- Logo on festival banners and select printed materials
- Business listing in the official festival program
- Branded 10x10 ft booth space at the festival
- Logo on festival website
- Social media recognition (4 dedicated posts)
- 8 complimentary general admission passes
Bronze Sponsor
$2,500- Logo on select festival signage
- Business listing in the official festival program
- Shared vendor/activation space at the festival
- Logo on festival website
- Social media recognition (2 posts)
- 5 complimentary general admission passes
Community Sponsor
$1,000- Name/logo in the official festival program
- Logo on festival website
- Social media shoutout (1 post)
- 3 complimentary general admission passes
Supporter
$500- Name listed in the official festival program
- Name listed on festival website
- 2 complimentary general admission passes
In-Kind / Custom
Custom- Benefits tailored to the type and value of your contribution
- In-kind goods or services welcome (food, equipment, printing, media, etc.)
- Recognition commensurate with contribution level
- Contact us to discuss a package that fits your goals
Questions?
Ready to Partner With Us?
Reach out to discuss sponsorship opportunities, custom packages, or any questions about partnering with The Motherland Experience 2027.