Partnership & Sponsorship
Be Part of Something Built to Last
The Greater Central Valley Book Fest is seeking a founding cohort of sponsors who believe in the power of stories to build community. This is a ground-floor opportunity to shape something built to last.
The Grand Theatre · Tracy, California · November 1, 2026
Why Partner With Us
Invest in a Literary Tradition
The Greater Central Valley Book Fest is more than a one-day event — it's the beginning of an annual tradition rooted in storytelling, community, and the Central Valley's rich cultural identity. We're building something designed to grow, and we're looking for partners who want to be part of that from the start.
Sponsors make it possible to bring in authors, fund free and accessible programming, support youth literacy initiatives, and expand our reach across the region. Every dollar goes toward building a festival that serves this community for years to come.
What Sponsors Make Possible
- Help fund author honoraria and travel
- Support free and low-cost community programming
- Expand youth literacy and school outreach
- Grow our regional marketing reach beyond Tracy
- Build the infrastructure for a sustainable annual event
What Sponsors Receive
- Prominent co-branding across all festival materials and signage
- Direct access to 1,500+ engaged readers, educators, and families
- Named sponsorship of a stage, program, or signature event
- Recognition as a founding supporter of a growing annual tradition
- Social media, press, and community visibility throughout the campaign
Why Sponsor
Reach an Engaged, Values-Driven Audience
Festival attendees are readers, educators, parents, students, and community members who show up because they care about stories and culture. Sponsoring the Greater Central Valley Book Fest puts your brand in front of an audience that values thoughtful, community-rooted businesses.
1,500+
Projected attendees, inaugural year
9
Storyteller categories represented
All ages
Family programming through adult panels
Annual
Built to grow year over year
Sponsorship Tiers
Four Ways to Support the Festival
Sponsorships fund author honoraria, free community programming, youth literacy initiatives, and the operational costs of producing a first-class literary event. Every tier includes recognition and a meaningful role in the festival.
Your name on the festival itself
$10,000
- Festival named in your honor (e.g. "[Brand] Presents: Greater Central Valley Book Fest")
- Logo on all print and digital materials, signage, and stage backdrops
- Dedicated sponsor table in Author Alley
- Speaking opportunity at opening or closing ceremony
- 10 complimentary festival passes
- Featured in all press releases and media outreach
- Social media recognition throughout the campaign
Named sponsor of a featured stage or program
$5,000
- Named sponsorship of one programming stage or signature event
- Logo on festival website, program, and stage signage
- Dedicated sponsor table in Author Alley
- 6 complimentary festival passes
- Recognition in press releases
- Social media recognition
Supporting sponsor with strong visibility
$2,500
- Logo on festival website and printed program
- Shared sponsor table in Author Alley
- 4 complimentary festival passes
- Recognition in festival announcements
- Social media recognition
Local businesses and organizations
$500 – $1,000
- Name and logo in printed program
- 2 complimentary festival passes
- Recognition on festival website
- Social media shoutout
Get in Touch
Whether you're interested in the venue partnership, a sponsorship tier, or just want to learn more — we'd love to hear from you.
Quick Reference
Presenting Sponsor
Your name on the festival itself
$10,000
Gold Sponsor
Named sponsor of a featured stage or program
$5,000
Silver Sponsor
Supporting sponsor with strong visibility
$2,500
Community Partner
Local businesses and organizations
$500 – $1,000
More Information
Interested in the full festival experience before committing? Explore the day's programming.
View Festival Experience→Nonprofit Status
Greater Central Valley Book Fest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our EIN is available on request for your records.