Helena Comedy Festival Sponsorship Packages

🏆 FESTIVAL SPONSOR - $10,000

"Presenting Partner of the Helena Comedy Festival"

CLAIMED BY MONTANA INTERNET

Your business becomes the co-face of the festival alongside Visit Helena

What's Included:

• Co-branding rights: Your logo alongside Visit Helena's on ALL materials
• Premium logo placement: Featured prominently on:
  • EVERY festival T-shirt
  • Merchandise
  • EVERY flyer and program
  • Video advertisements
  • Website homepage
  • Social media posts
• VIP Festival Experience:
  • 8 complimentary all-festival VIP passes, good for every show, with reserved seating for the finale performance
  • Private meet-and-greet with headlining performers
  • Opening night sponsor recognition
• Year-round exposure: Logo remains on website and materials until 2026
• Exclusive benefits: Only ONE festival sponsor - maximum exclusivity

ROI Highlight: Your investment equals approximately $0.20 per person reached through our marketing campaigns.

🎤 HEADLINER SPONSOR - $2,500

"Bringing National Talent to Helena"

Sponsor a nationally recognized comedian's appearance

What's Included:

• Full performer sponsorship: Covers travel, lodging, and appearance fees
• Stage recognition: Your banner/display prominently featured during ALL headliner performances
• Performer acknowledgment: Comedian personally thanks your business on stage
• Marketing benefits:
  • Logo on all promotional materials featuring your sponsored performer
  • Social media posts highlighting your sponsorship
  • Website recognition with performer bio
  • Program advertisement (1/4 page)
• VIP perks:
  • 4 complimentary tickets
  • Meet-and-greet opportunity with your sponsored performer
  • Photo opportunities for your marketing use

Available: 4 headliner sponsorships available

🔊 SOUND SPONSOR - $1,500

"The Voice Behind the Laughter"

Equip the festival with professional-grade audio equipment

What's Included:

• Equipment package: Professional sound system including:
  • Two Samson RS110a powered speakers*
  • Yamaha MG06 six-channel mixer*
  • Behringer 8500 cardioid microphone*
  • Professional stands and cables
• Multi-venue exposure: Your advertising displays at EVERY venue using this system
• Recognition benefits:
  • "Sound provided by [Your Business]" announcements
  • Logo on equipment (visible to audiences)
  • Website and program recognition
  • Social media appreciation posts
• Event access:
  • 4 complimentary tickets
  • Behind-the-scenes sound check access

Benefit: Your brand associated with professional quality at every show

* Depending on the availability of the equipment in question, functionally identical equipment may be substituted

🎭 STAGE SPONSOR - $1,000

"Own the Show Space"

Become the exclusive sponsor of one festival venue

What's Included:

• Venue exclusivity: Your business is THE sponsor for one complete stage/venue
• Prominent displays: Professional signage featuring your business at your sponsored venue
• Show recognition: Your business mentioned before every performance at your venue
• Marketing inclusion:
  • Logo on venue-specific promotional materials
  • Social media posts featuring your venue
  • Website venue page recognition
  • Program listing with venue details
• Networking opportunity:
  • 3 complimentary tickets
  • Photo opportunities at your branded venue

Available: Multiple stage sponsorships (one per venue)

🌟 EMERGING TALENT SPONSOR - $500

"Supporting Tomorrow's Comedy Stars"

Provide scholarship support for up-and-coming comedians

What's Included:

• Complete performer support: Helps offset emerging comedian's travel, lodging, and meals
• Personal recognition: Comedian personally thanks your business during ALL three of their performances
• Heartwarming story: Association with supporting new talent and dreams
• Marketing benefits:
  • Recognition in "Supporting New Talent" program section
  • Social media posts highlighting your community investment
  • Website recognition in emerging artist section
• Personal connection:
  • 2 complimentary tickets to see your sponsored comic perform
  • Meet-and-greet with your sponsored emerging comedian
  • Personal thank-you letter from the performer

Community Impact: Direct investment in developing comedic talent

📰 PRINT SPONSOR - $100-$500

"Spread the Word"

Get your name in front of every festival-goer

Sponsorship Levels:

• $500 - Program Sponsor: 1/4 page advertisement in official festival program
• $300 - Flyer Sponsor: Logo on all promotional flyers distributed regionally
• $100 - Supporter: Business name listed in "Community Supporters" section

What's Included (All Levels):

• Printed recognition: Your business name/logo on specified materials
• Wide distribution: Materials reach 50,000+ people across multiple states
• Website listing: Recognition on festival website sponsors page
• Complimentary tickets: 2 tickets (all levels)
• Community goodwill: Association with supporting local arts

Perfect for: Businesses wanting cost-effective community recognition

🤝 IN-KIND SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS

"Partner with Products and Services"

Contribute goods or services instead of cash

Valuable In-Kind Opportunities:

• Venue space for additional shows or events
• Catering services for performer hospitality
• Transportation for performer airport transfers
• Printing services for programs and promotional materials
• Photography/videography for festival documentation
• Hotel accommodations for performers
• Sound/lighting equipment rentals

In-Kind Benefits:

• Recognition equivalent to cash sponsorship level based on retail value
• Logo placement and marketing inclusion
• Community appreciation and networking opportunities
• Tax deduction for donated services/products