ArtsNow

State of the Arts, 2026

ArtsNow is thrilled to announce the fifth annual State of the Arts, taking place Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at House Three Thirty. This signature event serves as a community report, award ceremony, and fundraiser celebrating the artists, organizations, leaders, and partnerships that help shape Summit County’s vibrant arts, culture, and entertainment sector. Guests will hear updates on the state of the sector, ArtsNow’s ongoing work advancing the Akron/Summit Cultural Plan, and the growing impact of arts and culture as drivers of community connection, economic vitality, and quality of life.

Understanding your appreciation for local arts and culture, we invite you to join us as a sponsor for this year’s State of the Arts: Summit County. Your partnership helps sustain ArtsNow’s work as the region’s local arts agency and supports efforts that strengthen the creative sector through advocacy, investment, collaboration, and public engagement. Sponsorship benefits and opportunities are outlined below.

For sponsors interested in Community Tickets

Our sponsorship form includes an option to add Community Tickets for sponsors paying by check. If you are completing your sponsorship online and would like to add Community Tickets, they may be purchased separately at: https://SOTA26.eventbrite.com

Choose a Donation Option

Visionary Sponsor — $10,000.00

Visionary Sponsor – $10,000 *Exclusive presenting rights and recognition as the "Visionary Sponsor" *Reserved VIP table for 8 with premium seating *8 VIP reception tickets *Table recognition & Personalized social video feature *Dedicated social media recognition pre/post event (w/ logo) *Logo on event signage, invitation, ticketing page, website & on-screen at event *Group social media recognition pre/post event (w/ logo) *Signage in sponsor reception room *Recognition from podium *Name tag recognition w/ logo

Amount to Give

$10,000.00

I'll cover the $ processing fees (estimated) so my entire gift can be put to work.

Heads up! In exchange for your contribution, you will receive goods or services with an estimated value of $1,300.00 . This will be listed on your receipt and reduces the tax-deductible portion of your gift.

Legacy Builder Sponsor — $5,000.00

Legacy Builder Sponsor – $5,000 6 VIP seats with premium seating + 6 VIP reception tickets Table recognition Logo on all promotions, signage, website & on-screen at event Recognition on event invitation and ticketing page Dedicated + group social media recognition pre/post event Signage in sponsor reception room, recognition from podium, and name tag recognition

Amount to Give

$5,000.00

I'll cover the $ processing fees (estimated) so my entire gift can be put to work.

Heads up! In exchange for your contribution, you will receive goods or services with an estimated value of $400.00 . This will be listed on your receipt and reduces the tax-deductible portion of your gift.

Cultural Champion Sponsor — $2,500.00

Cultural Champion Sponsor – $2,500 4 VIP seats + 4 VIP reception tickets Logo on promotions & materials Recognition on event signage, invitation & ticketing page Digital on-screen recognition at event Group social media recognition pre/post event Signage in sponsor reception room, recognition from podium, and name tag recognition

Amount to Give

$2,500.00

I'll cover the $ processing fees (estimated) so my entire gift can be put to work.

Heads up! In exchange for your contribution, you will receive goods or services with an estimated value of $200.00 . This will be listed on your receipt and reduces the tax-deductible portion of your gift.

Creative Partner Sponsor — $1,000.00

Creative Partner Sponsor – $1,000 2 VIP seats + 2 VIP reception tickets Digital on-screen recognition at event Recognition on event signage Group social media recognition pre/post event Signage in sponsor reception room Recognition from podium Recognition on ArtsNow website

Amount to Give

$1,000.00

I'll cover the $ processing fees (estimated) so my entire gift can be put to work.

Heads up! In exchange for your contribution, you will receive goods or services with an estimated value of $170.00 . This will be listed on your receipt and reduces the tax-deductible portion of your gift.

Arts Advocate Sponsor — $500.00

2 VIP seats + 2 VIP reception tickets Digital on-screen recognition at event Recognition on ArtsNow website

Amount to Give

$500.00

I'll cover the $ processing fees (estimated) so my entire gift can be put to work.

Heads up! In exchange for your contribution, you will receive goods or services with an estimated value of $100.00 . This will be listed on your receipt and reduces the tax-deductible portion of your gift.

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