Levitt PaviLions

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES2015

Levitt PaviLions is the national nonprofit organization behind the largest free concert series in america.

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At Levitt, we’re passionate about strengthening the social fabric of america.

We empower communities to transform neglected public spaces into thriving destinations, where the power of free, live music brings people together and invigorates community life.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORtuNItIES

• 6 free concerts• 5 major markets• 2015 artist: Black Violin

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• 6 venues • 5 major markets• 300+ free concerts

• 10 U.S. cities• 100+ free concerts

Levitt aMP MUsiC seRies

• Exclusive events• Levitt’s top donors• LA and NYC

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Levitt Pavilions is the only national network of outdoor music venues presenting free concert series.

arlington, tX(Dallas/Ft. Worth) (Lehigh valley)

Bethlehem, Pa Los angeles, Ca Memphis, tn Pasadena, Ca Westport, Ct

state-of-the-art venuesacross the country

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loyal “Levitteers” inattendance every season

500,000+

free concerts featuringacclaimed and rising talent

300+

Levitt LoCations

Future locations: Denver 2016 / Houston 2017

SIGNAtuRE LEVItt PROGRAM

With easily accessible locations and open lawn settings, Levitt venues attract broad audiences, which mirror the demographics of the United States.

25%of households make$100,000 or more(vs. a 21% national average)

42%of households make$75,000 or more(vs. a 33% national average)

In addition to reaching every age and ethnic population, Levitt audiences exceed national income statistics:

Our vast mix of concertgoers places us in a unique position to help spread your message.

SIGNAtuRE LEVItt PROGRAM

Local Levitt sponsorships across the country consistently exceed expectations, whether as a single concert sponsor or as a concert season title sponsor (commanding $100K+ per Levitt venue). Each Levitt venue is managed and programmed by

a local Friends of Levitt nonprofit. Opportunities are also available for local sponsorship.

SIGNAtuRE LEVItt PROGRAM

“Being a sponsor and having your name

associated with quality, that’s what it’s all about.”

—Kirk Kingtexas Health Arlington

“We knew that it would be drawing a great, big crowd

of people, all the people we want to talk to.”

—Erica Rolufs Pasadena Water & Power

“This is a unique partnership with Levitt. It’s great to show

it off right in front of the Levitt Pavilion... It’s a win-win.”

—Robin Crawford Mack trucks

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LEVItt AMP [YOuR CItY] MuSIC SERIES

The Levitt aMP [Your City] Music series brings the joy of free, live music to 10 additional cities across America.

Every Levitt AMP city will present 10 free concerts over 10 consecutive weeks. The concerts will feature a broad array of high caliber entertainment, for 100 Levitt aMP concerts across the country in 2015.

• amplify community pride and each city’s unique character

• Enrich lives through the power of free, live Music

• Illustrate the importance of vibrant public Places

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LEVItt AMP [YOuR CItY] MuSIC SERIES

The top 20 finalists were selected through online public voting on our Levitt AMP website. Voters represent a built in fan base for the concerts and 2015 marketing campaigns.

Denison, tX

LaFaYette, La

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MiDDLesBoRo, KY

tRenton, nJ

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2015 LEVItt NAtIONAL tOuR

In summer 2015, the Levitt national tour returns featuring the genre-busting and critically acclaimed, rising stars Black violin.

Greater Los angelesLos Angeles, CA | Pasadena, CA

Dallas/Fort WorthArlington, TX

Lehigh valleyBethlehem, PA

Memphis, tn

Denver, Co

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6 LEVItt SItES

5 MAJOR MEtRO AREAS ACROSS tHE u.S.

2015 LEVItt NAtIONAL tOuR

Voted one of the “Top 5 New Bands” in 2013 at SXSW, Black Violin’s high-energy concerts have dazzled audiences and critics across the country and around the globe.

Black Violin makes every show a sonic party by layering strings with hip-hop, rock, R&B, and even bluegrass. Audiences can experience an electrifying atmosphere filled with unexpected surprises that get everyone on their feet dancing.

• FuLL CONCERt• ONStAGE INtERVIEWS• COMMuNItY OutREACH• ARtISt MEEt & GREEt

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FeatURes

Levitt salons are exclusive events held in magnificent private homes throughout Los Angeles and New York City.

LEVItt SALON SERIES

Designed to cultivate and steward Levitt Pavilions’ top donors, the Levitt Salon Series is attended by affluent individuals who support and

believe in the arts as a vehicle to elevate communities. Each salon is preceded and followed by networking opportunities in a reception setting.

LEVItt SALON SERIES

Bob Santelli “The Musical Legacy of Bruce Springsteen”

Executive Director of The GRAMMY Museum

Carol Coletta “Leveraging the Arts to Transform Cities”

National thought leader on creative placemaking

Booker T. Jones “Sound the Alarm with Booker T.”

Multi GRAMMY award-winning legend of modern soul music

Dr. Benjamin Barber “If Mayors Ruled the World”

Internationally renowned political theorist and esteemed author

Jeff Barry “It’s Called Rock and Roll”

One of rock and roll’s most accomplished songwriters

PAST SPEAkERS INCLUDE:

Salons feature thought leaders considered masters in their cultural arenas or interviews with legendary artists.

Discussions are led by media personalities or moderators selected for their expertise related to the speaker’s area of accomplishment.

• “Presented by” naming rights

• Category exclusivity

• Name and logo recognition in Levitt promotional materials, including concert season brochures, websites, and event invitations

• Facilitated cross-promotions with other Levitt sponsors

• Presence in selected Levitt markets most aligned with your company’s marketing and CSR objectives

• Year-round exposure to Levitt’s loyal fans and donors through customized benefits

• Signage with name and logo at Levitt concerts and events

• Opportunity to address Levitt concert audiences and event guests

• Recognition from stage before and after concerts

• Opportunity for interaction with Levitt audiences and event guests through integrated sponsorship activation, sampling and product display

• Client entertainment opportunities with Levitt artists

• VIP or reserved seating at concerts

• Opportunities to provide unique offers to Levitt VIPs

All sponsorships with Levitt Pavilions are customized to ensure a successful partnership. Benefits are tailored to meet your company’s objectives and build a dynamic relationship with Levitt donors and fans.

• Name and logo recognition on national Levitt website and on Levitt venue websites

• Recognition in Levitt e-newsletters and specific e-blasts

• Recognition on Levitt’s multiple social media platforms and year-round coordinated social media activation

• Use of Levitt channels and content to promote partnership

• Opportunity to incorporate Levitt content and live streams on company channels

SPONSORSHIP bENEFItS

ONSITE RECOGNITION

GENERAL

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS

ONLINE AND DIGITAL ASSETS

Ann Eggleston Senior Director of Development(213) 201–6101ann@levittpavilions.org

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