our vision
Enhance the lives of young people through transformative storytelling experiences.
our mission
To deliver unforgettable storytelling festivals and programmes for young people, stimulating curiousity, creativity and empathy.
from the...
CEO/Festival Director
Storyfest has grown into a dynamic, city-wide celebration of storytelling, inspiring readers and writers of all ages. We’re proud to partner with families and corporate champions who share our passion for fostering literacy and unlocking the joy of reading in children.
As we continue to grow, the heart of Storyfest remains rooted in community connection. Through interactive events, creative workshops, and meaningful collaborations, we aim to ignite a lifelong love of storytelling in children and bring families closer together through the magic of words.
I’m thrilled to invite you to be part of this storytelling journey! This tailored partnership proposal is designed with you in mind.
Storyfest is more than books and events—it’s a storytelling movement bringing communities together. Let’s create unforgettable stories, one page at a time!
Ms Andrea Lewis CEO/Festival Director
We’re writing our next chapter...
Will you help us?
Storyfest has earned a reputation as Australia’s premier children’s literacy festival, making an impact in the community for more than 30 years, the cornerstone of the festival being a three-day event on the Gold Coast.
With your support we want to share stories and build better lives for more young people , across the country.
Storyfest advances literature in the communities where we share our storytelling experiences through author sessions, workshops and masterclasses. Our reach has expanded to regional Queensland, delivering memorable programmes for young people stimulating curiosity, creativity and empathy in Longreach, St George, Emerald and in 2025 the Sunshine Coast.
In just one year, from 2023 to 2024 we grew:
• 42% more authors (From 31 to 44)
• 49% increase in festival activities (From 96 to 143)
• 96+ schools impacted annually, inspiring thousands of students
Together, we can inspire the next generation of storytellers!
Your involvement will:
• Expand access to life-changing workshops, masterclasses, and author experiences.
• Bridge the gap for remote and disadvantaged students, ensuring all young people can engage with storytelling.
• Ignite creativity, literacy, and confidence in thousands of young minds.
Why Partner?
Partnering with Storyfest is a prime avenue to align your organisation with our cultural growth and build your profile in the education and arts sector throughout the Gold Coast and Queensland. You’ll also be exposed to our network of those who share your approach to corporate citizenship.
We cater our packages to suit your organisation’s needs while providing you with coverage and value for your investment.
• Brand Impact: Gain visibility among 26,000+ session attendees, 115+ schools at 265 events.
• Corporate Citizenship : Be recognised as a champion for education, literacy, and youth development, reflecting your organsiation as one valuing good corporate citizenship.
Networking Opportunities : Connect with like-minded organisations who value education and cultural enrichment.
• Tangible Community Impac t: Your support ignites change empowering the storytellers of tomorrow.
Sharing a love of storytelling is at the heart of all we do and with your generosity we’ll continue building better lives, one story at a time.
So, partner with Storyfest and help us write our next chapter.
Festival Highlights
| Author Sessions
Tuesday to Thursday
The student days allow children from Prep to Year 12 from schools in Queensland and Northern New South Wales to meet a range of writers. There are book signings and sales which provide readers with the opportunity to meet the writers. The exciting workshops, sessions and performances encourage children to engage with literature in a fresh and inspiring way.
| Adult Sessions
Tuesday to Thursday
Interactive writing workshops and panel sessions are offered to adult audiences. These are mostly free sessions held in the community, at venues such as our local library and shopping centres. These adult offerings are becoming increasingly popular and we desire to see them grow.
| Prologue Party
Tuesday
The Prologue Party serves as the official launch of Storyfest, introducing the writers to the public and generating media interest. This free event is for adults and children, with various activities, sessions and performances providing a truly festive atmosphere.
| Literary Lunch
Wednesday
The festival programme includes a luncheon with a keynote speaker. The community is invited to attend this event. Adult functions such as this provide opportunities to meet and mingle with authors and fellow festival supporters. Events like this receive great response from the community.
| Young Writers’ Dinner
Wednesday
The Young Writers’ Dinner provides those aged 10 and above with a ‘once in a lifetime opportunity’ - to spend an exciting evening workshopping with some of Australia’s bestselling kids and YA fiction writers. Parents join VIPs to watch performances at the close of the evening.
| Young Illustrators’ Breakfast
Thursday
Children spend the morning with talented children’s illustrators allowing their imaginations to soar as we share stories, swap tips, and sketch our way through a fun-filled breakfast.
| Literary Long Table
Thursday
The Literary Long Table dinner provides the opportunity for adults from the community to share an enjoyable evening with some of Australia’s best authors. Featuring standout food and wine, guests enjoy the atmosphere as they are seated at long tables surrounding the stunning Towers Quad at Somerset College.
| National Competitions
There are two national competitions which provide opportunities to high school students throughout Australia to participate in a National Novella Writing, National Poetry Prize. It is a wonderful opportunity for serious student writers, encouraging them in their literary growth.
Winners will be announced at the Young Writers’ Dinner.
sharing the excitement!
Authors, volunteers, students, staff and festival guests love sharing their stories and excitement.
“Thank you for the special moments that you have given us. It has been an incredible experience here for the past couple of days. I can’t thank you enough and I will treasure these memories for the rest of my life!”
- Owen, Taabinga State School
“Storyfest is one of those rare events where you leave feeling creatively recharged. You meet kids who are engaged, encourage those who might be disengaged, and connect with other authors and educators.”
- Will Kostakis, Author and Storyfest Patron for 2025
“This was the best Storyfest I have ever been to. The whole experience was amazing. I got to meet lots of amazing people and buy a book and have it signed.”
- Spencer, Caningeraba State School
“Thank you so much for giving us this opportunity to meet all these amazing authors and giving us the opportunity to buy new books and get them signed! It was an amazing experience so hopefully we get to come again. Thank you! I hope to become an amazing author in the future.”
- Aaliyah, Caningeraba State School
Prologue
$15,000 +GST
A Prologue Partnership Package represents an extremely close collaboration between Somerset Storyfest and your organisation. This partnership offers you the greatest choice and variety in promoting your organisation.
Prologue Party Library Bags (2 years)
Print collateral and signage
• Full page advertisement and organisational logo in the official Festival Guide (10,000 printed and distributed throughout the region)
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Poster naming all sponsors displayed at all marquees and venues throughout the Festival
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board throughout Festival Include material in Author Welcome Packs
• Logo acknowledgement in correspondence with Volunteers
Branding
• Product/promotional material displayed at the Prologue Party (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Naming rights of the Prologue Party held Wednesday evening
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Throughout Festival Opportunity to greet guests as they arrive at the Prologue Party and thank them for attending
• Opportunity to have staff volunteer
Function Passes
• 4 Invitations to attend either the Literary Lunch or the Literary Long Table
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party 10 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
Print collateral and signage
Full page advertisement and organisational logo in the official Festival Guide (10,000 printed and distributed throughout the region)
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Poster naming all sponsors displayed at all marquees and venues throughout the Festival
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board throughout Festival
• Include material in Author Welcome Packs
• Logo acknowledgement in correspondence with Volunteers
Branding
• Featured artwork on one side of 10,000 library bags (artwork to be mutually agreed) which is given to all patrons and delivered throughout the Gold Coast.
• Two pieces of product or promotional material inserted into the library bags.(supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
• Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Throughout Festival
• Opportunity to greet guests as they arrive at the Festival and thank them for attending
• Opportunity to have staff volunteer
Function Passes
• 4 Invitations to attend either the Literary Lunch or the Literary Long Table
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
• 10 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
A Chapter Partnership Packag e represents a close collaboration between Somerset Storyfest and your organisation. This partnership offers you an opportunity to specifically market to a target audience depending on your organisation’s strategy.
The Long Table
Print collateral and signage
$10,000 +GST
• Half page advertisement and organisational logo in the official Festival Guide (10,000 printed and distributed throughout the region)
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board at all marquees and venues throughout Festival site
• Acknowledgement on Sponsors and Supporters Page within Festival Guide
• Include material in Author Welcome Packs
• Logo acknowledgement in correspondence with Volunteers
Branding
Lunch
Print collateral and signage
$7,500 +GST
Half page advertisement and organisational logo in the official Festival Guide (10,000 printed and distributed throughout the region)
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board at all marquees and venues throughout Festival site
• Acknowledgement on Sponsors and Supporters Page within Festival Guide
• Include material in Author Welcome Packs
• Logo acknowledgement in correspondence with Volunteers
Branding
• Product/promotional material displayed at the Literary Long Table (supplied by sponsor organisation)
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Naming rights of the Literary Long Table held on Friday
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Throughout Festival
Opportunity to greet guests as they arrive at the Literary Long Table and thank them for attending
• Opportunity to have staff volunteer at the Literary Long Table
Function Passes
• 2 Invitations to attend the Literary Long Table
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
5 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
• Product/promotional material displayed at the Literary Lunch (supplied by sponsor organisation)
Naming rights of the Literary Lunch held on Thursday
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Throughout Festival Opportunity to greet guests as they arrive at the Literary Lunch and thank them for attending
• Opportunity to have staff volunteer at the Literary Lunch
Function Passes
• 2 Invitations to attend the Literary Lunch
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
• 5 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
Novella (open to two collaborative organisations)
$5,000 +GST
Print collateral and signage
• Logo printed on presentation medal and certificate for shortlisted entrants and the national winner
• Half page advertisement and organisational logo in the official Festival Guide (10,000 printed and distributed throughout the region)
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board at all marquees and venues throughout Festival site
• Acknowledgement on Sponsors and Supporters Page within Festival Guide
• Include material in Author Welcome Packs
• Logo acknowledgement in correspondence with Volunteers
Branding
• Logo acknowledgement on all promotional material for National Novella Writing Competition
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
• Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Throughout Festival
• Opportunity to meet and greet Novella finalists
Function Passes
• 2 Invitations to attend the Young Writers’ Dinner (featuring the announcement of Novella winners)
• 2 Invitations to attend the function with Finalists, prior to the Young Writers’ Dinner
• 1 Invitation to attend the Craig Bassingthwaighte Long Table Dinner
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
• 5 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
Novella Partnership is an opportunity for any organisation wishing to highlight their company to Senior School students throughout Australia or for those wishing to encourage and support emerging writers.
Print collateral and signage
$3,000 +GST
• Logo printed on presentation medal and certificate for shortlisted entrants and the national winner
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board at all marquees and venues throughout Festival site
• Acknowledgement on Sponsors and Supporters Page within Festival Guide
Branding
• Logo acknowledgement on all promotional material for National Poetry Prize Competition
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
• Website
Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Throughout Festival
• Opportunity to meet and greet Poetry finalists
• Function Passes
• 1 Invitation to attend the Literary Long Table
• 1 Invitation to attend the Lunch with the Finalists on Friday
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
• 3 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
Poetry Prize Partnership is an opportunity for any organisation wishing to highlight their company to Senior School students throughout Australia or for those wishing to encourage and support emerging poets.
Dedication
$3,000 +GST
A Dedication Partnership Package offers an organisation an opportunity to support the heart of the Festival through connecting with our wonderful volunteers incorporating both adults and students.
Young Illustrators’ Breakfast
Print collateral and signage
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board at all marquees and venues throughout Festival site
• Acknowledgement on Sponsors and Supporters Page within Festival Guide
Branding
• Product/promotional material displayed at the chosen event at the Festival site (supplied by sponsor organisation)
Naming rights of the Illustrators’ Breakfast
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Function Passes
1 Invitation to attend the Illustrators’ Breakfast
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
• 3 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
Young Writers’ Dinner
Print collateral and signage
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board at all marquees and venues throughout Festival site
• Acknowledgement on Sponsors and Supporters Page within Festival Guide
Branding
• Product/promotional material displayed at the chosen event at the Festival site (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Naming rights of the Illustrators’ Breakfast
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
• Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Function Passes
• 1 Invitation to attend the Writers’ Dinner
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
• 3 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
Marketing Committee
Print collateral and signage
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board at all marquees and venues throughout Festival site
• Acknowledgement on Sponsors and Supporters Page within Festival Guide
Branding
• Naming rights of the Marketing Committee
• Product/promotional material displayed at the festival or supply branded merchandise in the way of T-shirts/Vests to be worn by Marketing Committee students (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
• Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Throughout Festival
• Opportunity to have staff volunteer at events
• 3m x 3m space for marketing opportunities located within festival site
Function Passes
1 Invitation to attend either the Literary Lunch or Literary Long Table
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
• 3 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
Volunteer
Print collateral and signage
• Teardrop Banner displayed at the Festival site for the duration of the Festival (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Logo displayed on Sponsors Board at all marquees and venues throughout Festival site
Acknowledgement on Sponsors and Supporters Page within Festival Guide
• Logo acknowledgement in correspondence with Volunteers
Branding
• Product/promotional material displayed in the Volunteers’ Room at the Festival site (supplied by sponsor organisation)
• Naming rights of the Volunteers’ Room
• Feature recognition in one of our quarterly e-newsletters
Website
• Logo acknowledgement on Storyfest website with link through to your website
Throughout Festival
• Opportunity to greet guests as they arrive at the Volunteers’ Room and thank them for attending
• Opportunity to have staff volunteer at the Volunteers’ Room
Function Passes
• 1 Invitation to attend either the Literary Lunch or Literary Long Table
• Unlimited VIP passes to attend The Prologue Party
• 3 VIP Festival Passes to attend author sessions (excluding catered events)
SponsoredProgrammeSchools
The Sponsored Schools Programme provides opportunities to disadvantaged children to experience Somerset Storyfest. The students meet authors and illustrators, have books signed and enjoy a festival dedicated to reading and writing.
The Programme’s objective is to expose as many children as possible to writers, illustrators and their books, giving the students the opportunity to workshop stories with their presenting authors thereby encouraging the students to embrace the value of reading. There is no substitute for books in the life of a child.
Sponsorship includes tickets to author sessions, transportation, accommodation and meals*. This is a unique programme and we encourage you to join with us to support these children.
Contributing funds are tax deductible.
choose your own adventure...
SHORT STORY POEM NOVEL
Sponsor a Regional School
$5,000
Sponsor a Local School
$1,500
Talk to us about sponsoring a school of your choice.
Sponsor a Child
$25.00
We are on a mission to inspire young people and families through storytelling and to create a positive impact across the community, we believe that partnering with us is a prime avenue for you to align your organisation with this cultural growth and this important mission.
$18,000 +GST
In addition to the Annual Partnership Package, you will also become a partner of Somerset Storyfest - Australia’s premier youth literature Festival (3 day Festival held annually in March across various Gold Coast locations. Ticket sales exceed 21,000).
• Table for 10 at our annual Business Lunch event
• Thirty second (30sec) promotional video (supplied by partner) to be shown on stage screen prior to keynote address at each Business Lunch
• Logo placement on table at Business Lunch
• Banner placement at Business LunchPlacement of Logo included in AV presentation at Business Lunch
• Sponsorship of 1 hole, team of 4 and hole activation at Storyfest Golf Day
• VIP event seating at Storyfest events
• Company banner displayed at the Writers’ Festival throughout the week
• 2 tickets to attend either Literary Lunch or Long Table Dinner
• Quarter page advertisement and organisational logo in the official Storyfest Festival Guide (10,000 printed and distributed throughout the region)
on the road...
Storyfest on the Road... provides a unique opportunity to the Gold Coast, Brisbane and beyond, by providing pop up writing/ illustrator workshops in Schools, Early Learning Centres and at various events throughout the region.
$10,000 +GST
• Company logo displayed on side of van for 12 months
• Sponsorship of 1 hole, team of 4 and hole activation at Storyfest Golf Day
• Company banner displayed at Golf Day
• Logo acknowledgment on all event collateral
$5,000 +GST
• Company logo displayed on back of van for 12 months
• Sponsorship of 1 hole, team of 4 and hole activation at Storyfest Golf Day
• Company banner displayed at Golf Day
• Logo acknowledgment on all event collateral
This long lunch series focuses on providing opportunities to, and exposure for your business to some of Australia’s elite public speakers and like minded business owners.
$6,000
• Table for 10 at one Business Lunch event
• Thirty second promotional video (supplied by partner) to be shown on stage screen prior to keynote address
• Logo placement on table
• Banner placement at Business Lunch event
• Placement of logo included in AV presentation
$3,000
• Table for 10 at one Business Lunch event
• Logo placement on table
• Placement of logo included in AV presentation
Storyfest annual corporate charity Golf Day, is a great opportunity to network or treat your clients in a relaxed fun environment whilst supporting the development of children’s literacy programmes.
$3,500
• 1 x team of 4 to play 18 holes, includes lunch pack, drink vouchers, gift bag and buffet dinner Company material displayed on drink carts
• Logo acknowledgment on event collateral
$2,500
• 1 x team of 4 to play 18 holes, includes lunch pack, drink vouchers, gift bag and buffet dinner Sponsorship of 1 hole, including hole activation
• Company banner displayed at Golf Day
• Logo acknowledgment on event collateral
