Sponsors

Sponsor a wildcard-award student or a full writing series. Sponsorship Tiers ($175-$435)The "Debut" Partner: Logo placement on the Wild Coast Academy website sponsor page. A shout-out on social media thanking all "Debut" sponsors. ($435.45)The "Paperback" Partner: Sponsors a Wildcard Student as a Commuter (class, gifts and lunch Wednesday - Friday). A business card or coupon placed inside your student or students' welcome gift bags. A dedicated social media post announcing the scholarship match. ($986.65)The "Hardcover" Partner: Sponsors a Wildcard Student's Residency (also including hotel stay Wednesday - Friday). Exclusive naming rights for one student scholarship. Prominent branding on your student or students' printed or digital course material. All Paperback perks included. ($1,461.46)The "Special Edition" Partner: Sponsors one of our Top 4 Wildcard Students (also includes welcome dinner Tuesday with other industry professionals and one additional night at the hotel). A dedicated feature on our website as a sponsor of the literary arts. An invitation for 1 representative to attend the Welcome Dinner to meet their sponsoree. All Hardcover perks included. ($3,275+)The "Bestseller" Presenting Series Sponsor: Exclusive "presented by" rights for an entire series. Primary, standalone logo placement at the event entrance of the Spring Lake / Grand Haven Holiday Inn. An invitation for 2 representatives to attend the Welcome Dinner. 5-minute speaking slot to welcome students during the Welcome Dinner. An exclusive feature profile on the press blog and social media detailing your business’s commitment to regional arts and culture. All Special Edition perks included.

($175-$435) The "Debut" Partner Logo on the sponsor page and a shout-out on social media thanking all Debut sponsors. ($435.45) The "Paperback" Partner Your business card/coupon is placed inside the official event swag bags given to all attendees. ($986.65) The "Hardcover" Partner Exclusive naming rights to an award category. Prominent logo on the award certificates and presentation screens. ($1,461.46) The "Special Edition" Partner Fully sponsors a finalist author's lodging. Includes 1 ticket to an exclusive pre-gala private reception with the authors and a dedicated website feature profile. ($3,275+) The "Bestseller" Partner Primary entrance signage at the Spring Lake / Grand Haven Holiday Inn, 2 VIP tickets, a 5-minute podium speaking slot, and a dedicated press blog feature. ($12,500+) The "Masterpiece" Presenting Partner Year-Round Title Rights: "The Wild Coast Academy [Year] Season, presented by [Your Company]." An invitation for 4 representatives to the VIP Welcome Dinner with a prominent head-table seating arrangement. Your logo embedded into the footer of every webpage and email newsletter for the entire year. A 10-minute speaking slot and announcement of the Book of the Year winner.

($175-$435) The "Debut" Partner Logo placement on the website sponsor page. A shout-out on social media thanking all "Debut" sponsors. ($435.45) The "Paperback" Partner Co-sponsors the custom release party merchandise (bookmarks, tote bags, or stickers). Your coupon/card goes inside every book purchased at the party. ($986.65) The "Hardcover" Partner Exclusive naming rights to a central party element (e.g., the Photo Booth, the Signature Mocktail/Cocktail Bar, or the Book Signing Table) with custom tabletop signage. ($1,461.46) The "Special Edition" Partner Sponsors the author's official VIP green room/ hospitality suite. Includes 1 invitation to a private, pre-party toast with the author and a featured profile on the academy website. ($3,275+) The "Bestseller" Partner Exclusive title rights: "The [Author Name] Book Launch presented by [Your Company]". Standalone marquee banner at the venue entrance, 2 VIP passes, 5-minute opening remarks to introduce the author, and a regional press release feature.

($175-$435) The "Debut" Partner Logo placement on the website sponsor page. A shout-out on social media thanking all "Debut" sponsors. ($435.45) The "Paperback" Partner Fully sponsors a local reader's Weekend Pass (covers meals and gifts). A business card or promotional coupon placed inside the official retreat "Swag Bag" given to all attendees. A dedicated, standalone social media post. ($986.65) The "Hardcover" Partner Fully sponsors one attendee’s Overnight Retreat (covers all meals, cottage stay and gifts). Exclusive naming rights for one attendee retreat package (e.g., "The [Your Company] Literacy Fellowship"). Prominent branding on the official retreat itinerary. Includes all benefits from the Paperback tier. ($1,461.46) The "Special Edition" Partner Sponsors a Shared Suite for Readers. An invitation for 1 company representative to attend the intimate Friday night Welcome Dinner. (Note: this event is women-only). A dedicated feature profile on our website highlighting your business as a champion of literary wellness. Includes all benefits from the Hardcover tier. ($3,275+) The "Bestseller" Partner Exclusive title rights for the entire getaway: "The Wild Coast Reading Retreat, Presented by [Your Company]". Primary, standalone signage at the main venue entrance of the retreat. An invitation for 2 company representatives to attend the Friday night Welcome Dinner. (Please note: this event is women-only). A dedicated 5-minute speaking opportunity to welcome guests and talk about your community roots during the opening night dinner. Press Feature: An exclusive profile piece on our press blog and social channels detailing your business’s commitment to regional arts, hospitality, and culture. Includes all benefits from the Special Edition tier.