2026 Event Sponsorship Opportunities

Hero Awards Luncheon - June 5, 2026

The Annual Hero Awards celebrates businesses and business owners who exemplify outstanding dedication, leadership, and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community in Greater Phoenix.

Queer Summer Market - June 14, 2026

This annual event provides a platform for local makers and business owners to connect with the community, share their unique creations, and promote economic empowerment within the LGBTQ+ community.

Rise Conference - September 19, 2026

Exclusively for GPECC members, this full-day event is designed to help business owners grow and strengthen their business. It includes expert-led breakout sessions on essential topics, one-on-one appointments with consultants and bookkeepers, and access to valuable tools and resources.

Queer Holiday Market - November 15, 2026

This is a joyful celebration of LGBTQ+ creativity and entrepreneurship. This festive marketplace features LGBTQ+ artisans, makers, and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted goods perfect for holiday gifting.

Luncheons - Jan 9, Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7, Aug 6, Oct 1, Nov 5

These luncheons offer invaluable opportunities to foster meaningful connections, exchange innovative ideas, and celebrate the incredible diversity that enriches the our business community. Each luncheon features expert speakers who share insights on pressing topics and facilitate dynamic discussions on issues that matter most to our community.

Hero Awards Sponsorships

Presenting Sponsor - $2,500

  • Eight tickets (table) to event

  • Bottle of bubbly at table

  • Two Pride raffle tickets

  • Listed as presenting sponsor in all online and print media

  • Social media postings and events as presenting sponsor

  • Listed as presenting sponsor at event

  • Opportunity to speak at event

  • Logo on event page on Chamber website

Gold Sponsor - $1,000

  • Two tickets to event

  • Logo on all online and print media

  • Listed as gold sponsor at event

  • Logo on event page on Chamber website

  • Group social media post recognizing sponsors

Platinum Sponsor - $1,500

  • Four tickets to event

  • Logo all online and print media

  • Listed as platinum sponsor at event

  • Opportunity to present award at event

  • Logo on event page on Chamber website

  • Recognized in newsletter with link

  • Social media post recognizing sponsorship

Rainbow Sponsor - $500

  • One ticket to event

  • Listed as rainbow sponsor in all online and print media

  • Listed as rainbow sponsor at event

  • Name on event page on Chamber website

  • Group social media post recognizing sponsors

Support Our Heros

queer summer market Sponsorships

Pride Partner – $1,500

  • Logo featured on event signage, promotional materials, and social media.

  • Complimentary booth space in a prime location.

  • Recognition in press releases and media outreach.

  • Logo placement on the Chamber website and event page with hyperlink.

  • Four Sponsor Packets which includes: 1 drink ticket, 1 food ticket and 1 Pride raffle ticket.

Queer Center Entertainment Lounge Partner - $1500

  • Logo featured on lounge signage, promotional materials, and social media.

  • Complimentary booth space in a prime location.

  • Recognition in press releases and media outreach.

  • Logo placement on the Chamber and Queer Center websites and event page with hyperlink.

  • Four Sponsor Packets which includes: 1 drink ticket, 1 food ticket and 1 Pride raffle ticket.

Cocktail Sponsor – $1,000

  • Logo included on event signage at the bars and promotional materials.

  • Logo on drink tickets.

  • Complimentary booth space.

  • Social media recognition.

  • Logo placement on event page with hyperlink.

  • Two Sponsor Packets which includes: 1 drink ticket, 1 food ticket and 1 Pride raffle ticket.

Dunk Tank Sponsor - $1.000 (one available)

  • Logo included on event signage at the dunk tank

  • Logo on promotional materials.

  • Complimentary booth space.

  • Social media recognition.

  • Logo placement on event page with hyperlink.

  • Two Sponsor Packets which includes: 1 drink ticket, 1 food ticket and 2 raffle tickets.

Community Ally – $500

  • Name included on event signage and promotional materials.

  • Free booth space.

  • Social media recognition.

  • Name placement on the Chamber website.

Support Our Makers

RISE conference Sponsorships

Lunch Sponsor – $2,000 (1 available)

  • Sponsor the catered lunch for all attendees

  • Logo on lunch signage and food tables

  • Verbal recognition during lunch

  • Recognition in program, website, newsletter, and social media

  • Exhibitor table

  • 2 event passes

Workshop Sponsor – $1,000

  • Support the breakout training sessions

  • Logo displayed on breakout session room

  • Recognition in event program, website, and social media

  • Exhibitor table

  • 2 event passes

Resource Partner – $500

  • Support scholarships and materials for small business owners

  • Logo in printed program and website

  • shared table space for materials

  • 1 event pass

  • Social media mention before event

Support Small Businesses

queer holiday market Sponsorships

Wellness Lounge Sponsor - $1,500

  • Logo featured on event signage and in Wellness Lounge, promotional materials, and social media.

  • Complimentary booth space in a prime location.

  • Recognition in press releases and media outreach.

  • Logo placement on the Chamber website and event page with hyperlink.

  • Four Sponsor Packets which includes: 1 drink ticket, 1 food ticket and 1 Pride raffle ticket

Holiday Lounge Partner – $1,500

  • Logo featured on event signage, promotional materials, and social media.

  • Complimentary booth space in a prime location.

  • Recognition in press releases and media outreach.

  • Logo placement on the Chamber website and event page with hyperlink.

  • Four Sponsor Packets which includes: 1 drink ticket, 1 food ticket and 1 Pride raffle ticket.

Cocktail Sponsor – $1,000

  • Logo included on event signage at the bars and promotional materials.

  • Logo on drink tickets.

  • Complimentary booth space.

  • Social media recognition.

  • Logo placement on event page with hyperlink.

  • Two Sponsor Packets which includes: 1 drink ticket, 1 food ticket and 1 Pride raffle ticket.

Community Ally – $500

  • Name included on event signage and promotional materials.

  • Free booth space.

  • Social media recognition.

  • Name placement on the Chamber website.

Support the Community

Annual Luncheon Sponsorship

Annual Sponsor - $2,500

  • Two tickets to each regular luncheon (Jan-May, Aug, Oct-Nov)

  • Logo all online and print media

  • Listed as sponsor at event

  • Opportunity to present at one luncheon

  • Logo on event page on Chamber website

  • Recognized in newsletter with link

  • Social media post recognizing sponsorship

  • Opportunity to put materials on the tables

  • 1 minute commercial during 30 second commercials

Support Connection