Corporate Sponsorships

At the Artist Equity Association, we believe that collaboration with corporate partners is essential to building a thriving and equitable arts ecosystem. Our sponsorship opportunities are designed to align your brand with our mission to empower artists, foster creativity, and create meaningful social impact. By becoming a sponsor, you invest in the transformative power of art while gaining valuable exposure and engagement with diverse communities.

Why Partner with Us?

1. Amplify Social Impact:
Your sponsorship helps fund vital programs that support artists, provide equitable opportunities, and use art as a tool for positive social change. Together, we can make a tangible difference in the lives of creatives and the communities they serve.

2. Strengthen Brand Alignment:
Support for the arts signals a commitment to creativity, diversity, and innovation. Partnering with the Artist Equity Association aligns your brand with values that resonate deeply with today’s consumers.

3. Engage with Communities:
Our events, programs, and campaigns provide unique opportunities for your brand to engage with passionate, forward-thinking audiences. Showcase your commitment to the arts while building meaningful connections.

Sponsorship Opportunities

1. Event Sponsorship:
Support one of our signature events, including art exhibits, workshops, and community festivals.

  • Benefits include: Logo placement on event materials, mentions in press releases, social media features, and complimentary event passes.

2. Program Sponsorship:
Fund specific programs, such as our Business for Creatives 101 course, artist residencies, or advocacy campaigns.

  • Benefits include: Branding opportunities within program materials, acknowledgment on our website, and impact reports showcasing your contribution.

3. Scholarship and Grant Sponsorship:
Help provide scholarships or grants to underrepresented artists or creative communities.

  • Benefits include: Recognition in award announcements, features in recipient stories, and the chance to meet the artists you support.

4. Custom Partnerships:
We are happy to work with you to design a sponsorship package that meets your company’s unique goals and objectives.

Benefits of Sponsorship
  • Brand Visibility: Your logo and name featured across our digital platforms, event signage, promotional materials, and media coverage.

  • Exclusive Networking: Opportunities to connect with influential artists, leaders, and changemakers in the creative industry.

  • Community Engagement: Build goodwill by directly supporting programs that benefit artists and communities.

  • Tax Benefits: Contributions to the Artist Equity Association, a nonprofit organization, may be tax-deductible.

Our Impact by the Numbers
  • Supported 250+ artists through advocacy and grants.

  • Hosted 50+ events, reaching 3,000+ attendees.

  • Reached 8,500+ followers and subscribers across social platforms.

Let’s Collaborate

We’re excited to explore how your company can make a difference through corporate sponsorship. Whether you’re looking to support a single event or build a long-term partnership, we’ll work with you to create a sponsorship experience that aligns with your goals and values.

Invest in creativity. Invest in community.

Partner with the Artist Equity Association to help artists thrive and inspire a better future.

Creative Patron$5,000
  • Logo on AEA’s website and event materials

  • Social media mentions during monthly highlights

  • 2 VIP tickets to signature exhibitions and festivals

  • Recognition in the annual member newsletter

Art Visionary$10,000
  • All Creative Patron benefits, plus:

  • Prominent logo on AEA’s artist directory

  • 4 VIP tickets to exclusive events and private showings

  • Sponsorship of a workshop or special event

  • Spotlight as Art Visionary Sponsor in communications

Cultural Benefactor$25,000
  • All Art Visionary benefits, plus:

  • Title sponsorship of AEA’s annual festival or exhibition

  • Invitation to speak at AEA panel discussions or events

  • Full-page feature in International Art Digest as a Cultural Benefactor

  • Private art collection consultation with AEA artists

  • 8 VIP passes to AEA festivals and events

Masterpiece Sponsor$50,000
  • All Cultural Benefactor benefits, plus:

  • Year-round title sponsorship of all AEA events

  • VIP invitations to exclusive dinners and international exhibitions

  • Co-curate an international showcase for emerging artists

  • 12 VIP tickets to all AEA events and global exhibitions

  • Recognition as an industry leader in international media campaigns