Partner with Purpose
Align your brand with Leaf's local and global programming.
Align with Leaders
Align your brand with Leaf’s work in local and global communities! Funding partners are essential to meeting the unique needs of our diverse community and program partners. Whether you're a business or a foundation, partnering with Leaf is a meaningful way to promote your brand while driving real impact. We're committed to collaborating with mission-driven organizations for the best possible outcomes: for your business and for the communities we serve.
Meet some of our treasured leaders:
Power Up Your Brand’s Reach with our Followers
Your sponsorship doesn't just buy impressions it funds a drum lesson for a child in a marginalized community.
LEAF reaches 45,000+ annual event attendees, 30,000+ eNewsletter subscribers, 440k annual website hits, and 25,000+ social media followers. Impact numbers include 4,533+ local youths served in Schools & Streets, 600+ youths learning traditional arts weekly in International programs, and 98 cultural exchanges across 19 countries. A 30-year Hall of Fame legacy with 55% WNC / 40% Southeast / 5% Global audience.
Meet some of our brand partners:
Our Reach Stack
LEAF ensures your brand is visible to our supporters and attendees — creating a full circle of support that helps us all achieve our missions. Here's how we showcase your brand.
45,000+ Annual Attendees — Families, all ages & mixed demographics.
55% WNC · 40% Southeast · 5% Global
Supporting with Perks
Five levels of partnership, each a note in the same song. Every tier builds on the last, weaving your brand deeper into the fabric of Leaf community — from the roots of local classrooms to the branches of international exchange.
Let’s schedule a meeting to explore high-impact possibilities
Global Arts Champion
Ensuring long-term sustainability across all 4 of LEAF's Pillars.
$25k
Brand Visibility: Previous Level + Exclusivity of Sponsor Type (if desired)
Event Access: 1 LEAF Team Building Day at LEAF Global Experience, 4 VIP Tickets to LEAF Key Events, 1 Customized LEAF Global Experience
Impact: Supports LEAF Easel Rider programming for 1 Full Year, Supports 3 Resident Teaching Artists for 1 Full Year
World Changer
Powering major youth development &
"isms"-breaking programs.
$20k
Brand Visibility: Previous Level + Additional E-News Feature (2 Total), Mentioned in Radio ads
Event Access: 4 Festival VIP Tickets, 2 LEAF Deep Roots VIP Tickets, 2 LEAF Love Gala Tickets, 2 LEAF Masquerade Ball Tickets, 1 LEAF Team Building Day at LEAF Global Experience, 4 VIP Tickets to All 4 LEAF Key Events, 1 Customized LEAF Global Experience
Impact: Supports LEAF Easel Rider programming for 1 Full Year, Supports 3 Resident Teaching Artists for 1 Full Year
Culture Keeper
Preserving heritage and supporting traditional "Culture Keepers."
$15k
Brand Visibility: Previous Level + Promotion on Event Pages (Facebook & Website)
Event Access: 2 Festival VIP Tickets, 2 LEAF Deep Roots VIP Tickets, 2 LEAF Love Gala Tickets, 2 LEAF Masquerade Ball Tickets
Impact: Supports 1 LEAF International program for 1 year
Global Citizen
Bridging cultures through international artist exchanges.
$10k
Brand Visibility: Previous Level + Logo on Festival & Deep Roots Posters, Festival T-Shirt, 1 E-News Feature
Event Access: 2 Festival VIP Tickets, 2 LEAF Deep Roots VIP Tickets, 2 LEAF Masquerade Ball Tickets
Impact: Provides one full year of "Schools & Streets" programming for a local classroom.
Visionary
Preserving heritage and supporting traditional "Culture Keepers."
$5k
Brand Visibility: Previous Level + Promotion on Event Pages (Facebook & Website)
Event Access: 2 Festival VIP Tickets, 2 LEAF Deep Roots VIP Tickets, 2 LEAF Love Gala Tickets, 2 LEAF Masquerade Ball Tickets
Impact: Supports 1 LEAF International program for 1 year
Other Ways to Support
Many more ways to keep LEAF thriving!