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Our Mission
Sunset Cultural Center is committed to enriching, educating, and entertaining through the arts. What began as a public school in 1926 has transformed into a state-of-the-art performing arts center with an intimate 718 seats, stunning gothic architecture, and incredible acoustics Under the mantle of Sunset Presents, we bring a wide range of world-class performances and live events Our dedicated team also programs no-cost community events and acclaimed arts education programs, making the arts accessible, inclusive, and meaningful for all.
Strategic Goals
1 Increase broad participation in the arts
2 Provide diverse & engaging arts experiences
3. Promote accessible & impactful arts education for all ages
4. Maintain & operate a state-of-the-art facility
5. Ensure long-term financial stability
6 Capitalize on strong governance & leadership to accomplish these goals
29%
COMES FROM TICKET SALES OF OUR BUDGET
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INTRODUCTION TO SPONSORSHIP
What can you do for Sunset Cultural Center?
Sponsorship comes in many shapes and sizes. Sponsorship may include monetary or in-kind support such as food, beverages, lodging, or a combination thereof.
What can Sunset Cultural Center do for you?
We offer a wide variety of benefits in return for sponsorship that are highly customizable to your business's priorities. Benefits may include, but are not limited to:
Broad physical and digital advertising
Targeted advertising to local influencers
Complimentary tickets to Sunset Presents performances
Waived or reduced venue rental fees
And much, much more!
SPONSOR SUCCESS STORY
Beehive Cheese is an Utah-based artisan cheesemaker, and our relationship began with co-owner Tim Welsh Mr Welsh's involvement with Sunset Cultural Center as both a patron and a ticket buyer highlights the important role that individuals and businesses can play in promoting the arts and culture and in supporting non-profits that share the same values.
Beehive Cheese's contributions to Sunset Cultural Center are valuable in-kind donations that support our mission to promote arts and culture in Monterey County By providing their high-quality products for our special events, Beehive Cheese not only helps to enhance the experience for attendees but also helps to support our fundraising efforts.
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our Sunset Presents digital program**
2-page spread 1-page 1/2-page 1/4-page Business listed Recognition in dedicated season sponsor signage Large logo Medium logo Small logo Small logo Business listed Recognition on the Sponsor page on our website Large clickable logo Medium clickable logo Small clickable logo Small clickable logo Business listed Social media* 5 dedicated posts and tags on Sunset Presents posts 3 dedicated posts 1 dedicated post Photo in dedicated season sponsor post/s Business listed in dedicated season sponsor post/s Complimentary tickets to Sunset Presents performances* 40 tickets 20 tickets 10 tickets 6 tickets 2 tickets Framed certificate of appreciation for your display ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Clickable logo on digital Sunset Presents tickets* ✓ ✓ ✓ Business listed on Sunset Presents posters* ✓ ✓ Complimentary North Wing, Terrace, or lobby rental* ✓ ✓ Clickable logo in Sunset Cultural Center emails* ✓ ✓ Option to have representation in the lobby at Sunset Presents performances* ✓ Recognition during Sunset Presents pre-performance announcements ✓ *Subject to limits and blackout dates **Ad space is not cumulative 3 $20,000+ $10,000+ $5,000+ $2,500+ $1,000+
BENEFITS PLATINUM GOLD SILVER BRONZE COPPER Ad in
100,000+
Total Visitors / Year
75% Ticket Buyers Who Utilize Digital Tickets
Total Impressions / Year
95K+
Total Impressions / Year
Unique Users / Year 86K+
18k+ 57%
AVG Page Views / Month
Unique Users / Year 30K+ Open Rate
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INDUSTRY AVG 40%
LEVELS SPONSORSHIP
This is an overview of season sponsorships. For a more targeted approach, ask us about our Bravo membership program and single event sponsorships.
*Subject to limits and blackout dates.
**Ad space is not cumulative.
Copper
$1,000+
Business listed in our Sunset Presents digital program
Business listed in dedicated season sponsor signage
Business listed on the Sponsor page on our website
Business listed in dedicated season sponsor social post/s
2 total complimentary tickets to select Sunset Presents performances*
$2,500+
Copper benefits, PLUS:
Bronze Gold Silver
1/4-page ad in our Sunset Presents digital program**
Small logo in dedicated season sponsor signage
Small clickable logo on the Sponsor page on our website
Photo in dedicated season sponsor social post/s
6 total complimentary tickets to select Sunset Presents performances*
A framed certificate of appreciation for your display
$5,000+
Bronze benefits, PLUS:
1/2-page ad in our Sunset Presents digital program**
1 dedicated social post*
10 total complimentary tickets to select Sunset Presents performances*
Your clickable logo on digital Sunset Presents tickets*
Platinum
$20,000+
Ask us about custom benefits!
Gold benefits, PLUS:
2-page ad spread in our Sunset Presents digital program**
Large logo in dedicated season sponsor signage
Large clickable logo on the Sponsor page on our website
5 dedicated social posts and tags on Sunset Presents posts*
40 total complimentary tickets to select Sunset Presents performances*
Option to have representation in the lobby at Sunset Presents performances*
Recognition during Sunset Presents pre-performance
announcements
$10,000+
Silver benefits, PLUS:
Ask us about custom benefits!
1-page ad in our Sunset Presents digital program**
Medium logo in dedicated season sponsor signage
Medium clickable logo on the Sponsor page on our website
3 dedicated social posts*
20 total complimentary tickets to select Sunset Presents performances*
Your business listed on Sunset Presents posters*
Complimentary North Wing, Terrace, or lobby rental
Your clickable logo in Sunset Cultural Center emails*
Celebrate our 20th anniversary withus
Sunset Center's visitors will receive The Platinum Experience this season... so can you!
Platinum level sponsors will be with us every step of the way for a season that you - and your business - won't want to miss Become a Platinum level sponsor and receive the best benefits Sunset Cultural Center has to offer for our best season yet!
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IN-KIND opportunities
In-kind donations are a powerful way to support Sunset Cultural Center because they provide essential goods and services Your inkind donation, monetary gift, or combination of the two, can help us elevate the quality of our performances, engage more audiences, and foster community engagement while allowing for flexibility. We are happy to work with you to create an in-kind sponsorship package that is right for your business
Copper EXAMPLE
$1,000 - $2,499
Hotels:
5-15 room nights*
Restaurants:
Provide buffet-style catering (caterer's choice) and setup for 50-100 people for one (1) special donor event
Provide room-temp small bites or small desserts (caterer’s choice) for 150-200 people for our community holiday party
Examples of Essential Goods & Services:
Catering services
Consulting
Flowers and decor
Graphic design
Hotel accommodations
Printing and promotional services
Transportation services
Please don't hesitate to share a good or service you think we might be interested in!
Silver EXAMPLE
$5,000 - $9,999
Hotels:
31-55 room nights*
Restaurants:
Provide buffet-style artist meals (subject to artist preference), set-up and all serve ware for 10-20 people on request for three (3) performances per season
Provide buffet-style catering (caterer's choice) and setup for 50-100 people for two (2) special donor events. Provide room-temp small bites or small desserts (caterer’s choice) for 150-200 people for our community holiday party
Hospitality partner cross-promotion with options for member discounts/offers at the business
6 *Valuation based on 2022 General Services Administration per diem rates for Monterey County. Your valuation may differ.
Sunset Cultural Center, Inc. San Carlos @ 9th Ave, Carmel, CA 93921 PO Box 1950, Carmel, CA 93921 (831) 620-2048
info@sunsetcenter.org
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