Support TEAL
Art Fest
TEAL Art Fest is a celebration of art, community, and connection, culminating in a vibrant Saturday festival at South Central Park.
JULY 13 - JULY 18 2018
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About Teal Art Fest
TEAL Art Fest is a week-long celebration of creativity, connection, and community—culminating in a vibrant Saturday festival at South Central Park. Now in its third year, TEAL begins with a local art exhibit, followed by artist meet-ups, youth showcases, and Thursday’s Opening Reception. A soulful indoor concert sets the tone on Friday, before Saturday brings the full experience: live performances, food trucks, local vendors, the TEAL Art Walk, and interactive art throughout the park.
While art is the heart of the festival, mindfulness and mental well-being are woven into every event—honoring creativity as a path to healing, growth, and self-actualization.
Why it matters to sponsors: TEAL Art Fest is not just an event—it’s a week of community touchpoints and brand visibility across multiple settings (gallery/exhibit, reception, indoor performance, and outdoor festival).
TEAL Art Fest Month at a Glance
July 1-31
Storywalk (South Central Park, NR)
July 13–20
TEAL Art Exhibit at the North Ridgeville Public Library
July 15
Artist Meet & Greet, 6-8 PM (Bistro 83, NR)
July 16
Opening Reception, 6-8 PM (LCCC Ridge Campus, NR)
July 17
Live Concert, 6-8 PM (Lake Ridge Academy, NR)
July 18
TEAL Art Fest, 1-6 PM (South Central Park, NR)
Sponsor Levels
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| Benefit | TEAL $3,500+ Brand Partner |
CONNECT $1,500+ Community Champion |
EXPRESS $500+ Local Supporter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Festival naming | Presenting sponsor | — | — |
| Logo placement | Logo on festival page + Key digital materials | Medium size logo on festival page + select materials | Name/small logo on festival page |
| Week-long visibility | Exhibit + Reception + Sat | Pick one-day event of your choosing | Pick one-day event of your choosing |
| Storywalk signage (July 1–31) | Sponsor 3 storywalk signs | Sponsor 2 storywalk signs | Sponsor 1 storywalk sign |
| On-site signage (Saturday) | Banner / sign (as available) | Group sponsor sign (banner if provided) | Group sponsor sign |
| Verbal recognition | Thu or Fri + Sat | 1 mention on Sat | Group thank you |
| Social posts (guaranteed) | 6 | 3 | Group |
| Email inclusions (guaranteed) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Opening Reception tickets | Included (10) | Included (4) | — |
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WHY SPONSOR TEAL ART FEST?
Sponsors gain month-long or week-long visibility in a high-energy, community-centered environment that celebrates youth creativity and well-being. With 1,000–1,500 attendees throughout the week and extensive digital promotion before, during, and after the festival, partners receive meaningful community alignment and repeated brand impressions across multiple touchpoints.
Month-long headline opportunities
TEAL Sponsor
TEAL Sponsor (Week-Long) – “TEAL Art Fest presented by __”
Sponsor a signature
Sponsor a signature event (Reception / Concert / Art Walk)
A youth-powered
Sponsor a youth-powered activation (Showcase / Create Crafts Zone)
Add-on “Named Sponsorships
The following are add-on opportunities to support specific activities within the TEAL Art Fest that
you or your organization care about most.
- TEAL Art Walk Storywalk Sponsor : (July @ South Central Park, North Ridgeville) — $100–$2,000
- Art Exhibit Sponsor : (July 13–20 NR Public Library) — $500–$1,000
- Opening Reception Sponsor: (Thu @ LCCC Ridge Campus, North Ridgeville) — $750–$2,500
- Friday Live Concert Sponsor — $1,500–$3,000
- Selfie Station Sponsor (Sat @ South Central Park, North Ridgeville) — $100–$400
- Create Crafts Zone Sponsor (Sat @ NR Public Library) — $100–$500
- Friend /Individual/ Micro-Biz (pick one-day event of your choosing) - $250+
Image: TEAL Art Fest 2025, vectorized by Adobe Firefly
How To Sponsor
- 1. Choose a tier or menu item(s).
- 2. Confirm benefits & deliverables (logo files, volunteer roles, vendor booth, other).
- 3. Complete agreement (cash or in-kind acknowledgment).
- 4. Send payment or in-kind details; receive gift receipt and sponsorship calendar.
- 5. Engage with the festival: sign up for volunteer slots or other opportunities.
VIA CHECK:
Payable to: iN Education Inc.
Memo line: TEAL Art Fest
Mail to: 3867 West Market St., Ste 166, Akron, OH 44333
PAY ONLINE
PO order, PayPal, Venmo, Givebutter, or Zeffy credentials.
Compliance & Ethical Standards
- No preferential hiring guarantees; employer engagement follows equal opportunity practices.
- In-kind gifts receive written valuation/acknowledgment; volunteer time is tracked via timesheets.
- Photo releases and youth safety requirements (background checks, training, supervision) are enforced for all youth-facing volunteers.
- Donor privacy is respected; sponsors may opt out of public recognition.
CONTACT
DeAndre Nixon
denixon@ineducationonline.org
330-329-4784