Sponsors - Rhythm & Rise Live | Partnership Opportunities

"Be part of history. Support the festival that's building a stage Austin refused to create."

Rhythm & Rise Live isn't just another music festival. It's a cultural movement that positions your brand alongside authentic celebration, community empowerment, and artistic excellence. This is Year One—be part of the foundation.

Why Partner with Us?

Rhythm & Rise Live offers sponsors authentic access to diverse audiences through genuine cultural celebration, not superficial marketing.

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Authentic Engagement

Connect with Austin's Black middle-class families and R&B/Hip-Hop audiences through genuine cultural celebration, not tokenism.

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Multi-Platform Exposure

24-hour live streaming plus archived content means your brand stays visible long after the event ends. Global reach, local impact.

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First-Mover Advantage

Year One sponsors become founding partners of Austin's newest cultural institution. Your brand forever associated with breaking barriers.

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Community Trust

10+ years building authentic relationships with Austin's overlooked music community means genuine goodwill, not paid endorsements.

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Cultural Impact

Support an event that addresses real disparities in Austin's music scene. Your sponsorship helps create sustainable change.

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Growth Trajectory

Year One is just the beginning. Grow with us as we expand from 24-hour showcase to multi-day festival rivaling SXSW.

Sponsorship Tiers

Choose the partnership level that aligns with your brand's commitment to cultural celebration and community empowerment.

Platinum

$10,000+

Premier partnership with maximum visibility and exclusive benefits

Stage naming rights for entire event
Logo on all promotional materials (print & digital)
Dedicated 2-minute promotional segment during stream
10 VIP passes with backstage access
Exclusive sponsor lounge area
On-site booth space (premium location)
Recognition in all press releases and media
Social media campaign featuring your brand
Speaking opportunity during event
Logo on artist gift bags
Year-round recognition as founding sponsor

Gold

$5,000

Major visibility with excellent promotional opportunities

Logo on all promotional materials
60-second promotional mention during stream
6 VIP passes with backstage access
On-site booth space
Recognition in press releases
Social media promotion (5+ posts)
Logo on event website
Inclusion in post-event highlights
Digital marketing package

Silver

$2,500

Strong brand presence and community connection

Logo on select promotional materials
30-second promotional mention during stream
4 general admission passes
Shared booth space available
Social media recognition (3+ posts)
Logo on event website
Inclusion in sponsor thank you segment

Bronze

$1,000

Essential support with meaningful recognition

Logo on event website
Social media recognition (2 posts)
2 general admission passes
Name in event program
Thank you mention during stream
Digital sponsorship certificate

Custom Partnership Opportunities

Looking for something unique? We create custom sponsorship packages tailored to your brand's goals and budget.

Specialty Sponsorships Available:

Youth Showcase Sponsor

Support the next generation

Livestream Sponsor

Power the global broadcast

Food & Beverage Sponsor

Exclusive vendor partnership

VIP Lounge Sponsor

Premium hospitality space

Let's talk. Contact us to discuss how we can create a partnership that aligns with your brand's values and objectives.

The Opportunity

Austin's music scene has a diversity problem. Your sponsorship helps fix it.

The Reality:

📊 Major Austin venues book R&B and Hip-Hop 75% less than other genres
🎭 SXSW's premier stages rarely feature these genres as headliners
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Black middle-class families lack cultural entertainment options
💰 Artists work for "exposure" while other genres get proper compensation

"We're not asking for inclusion. We're building our own stage. And sponsors who join us in Year One become part of something historic."

Your Sponsorship Creates:

✓ Fair compensation for 71+ R&B and Hip-Hop artists
✓ Professional platform for overlooked talent
✓ Cultural celebration for Austin's Black community
✓ Infrastructure for sustainable, recurring festival
✓ Precedent for equity in Austin's music scene

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