EntrePartners is an endeavor of The James Gang, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit grassroots community-building organization established in 2002 and based in Iowa City, Iowa, that fosters interdisciplinary community development by helping people realize and share their own creative ideas, expressions, and ambitions. We joined the ranks of endeavors in 2022, but have been running events independently since 2018.
Previously, we sponsored our activities through larger non-profit organizations in the area and welcomed in-kind donations. However, we decided to build an organizational structure after the in-kind support of others ended. Our programs are fully supported through ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations from people like you who want to make the community a better place.
We have a number of sponsorships available for our programs, including Startup Weekend Iowa City, Startup Weekend Iowa Online, and Iowa City Open Coffee. As we continue to expand our programming throughout the region, we will have more opportunities for companies and individuals to support our efforts.
Sponsorship Levels and Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Innovation Center Sponsorship Levels and Perks
- Bronze ($250 for individuals, $500 for businesses)
- 24/7 access to Innovation Center and Podcast Studio for one person
- One free ticket to Startup Weekend Iowa City
- Listed on our Partners page
- Silver ($500 for individuals, $1000 for businesses)
- 24/7 access to Innovation Center and Podcast Studio for two people
- Two free tickets to Startup Weekend Iowa City
- Listed on our Partners page
- Listed in all printed material
- Gold ($1000 for individuals, $2500 for businesses)
- 24/7 access to Innovation Center and Podcast Studio for four people
- Four free tickets to Startup Weekend Iowa City
- Listed on our Partners page
- Listed in all printed material
- Name or logo displayed in the Innovation Center
- Platinum ($2500 for individuals, $5000 for businesses)
- 24/7 access to Innovation Center and Podcast Studio for eight people
- Eight free tickets to Startup Weekend Iowa City
- Listed on our Partners page
- Listed in all printed material
- Name or logo displayed in the Innovation Center
- Special thank you during EntrePartners events
- Ruby ($5000 for individuals, $10,000 for businesses)
- 24/7 access to Innovation Center and Podcast Studio for twelve people
- Twelve free tickets to Startup Weekend Iowa City
- Listed on our Partners page
- Listed in all printed material
- Name or logo displayed in the Innovation Center
- Special thank you during EntrePartners events
- Free access for employees for all EntrePartners courses
- Opportunity to judge at Startup Weekend Iowa City and other EntrePartners pitch competitions
- Diamond ($10,000 for individuals, $25,000 for businesses)
- 24/7 access to Innovation Center and Podcast Studio for twenty people
- Twenty free tickets to Startup Weekend Iowa City
- Listed on our Partners page
- Listed in all printed material
- Name or logo displayed in the Innovation Center
- Special thank you during EntrePartners events
- Free access for employees for all EntrePartners courses
- Opportunity to judge at Startup Weekend Iowa City and other EntrePartners pitch competitions
- And more!
Podcast Studio Naming Rights: $5000
Innovation Center Naming Rights: $25,000
Startup Weekend Iowa City Sponsorship Opportunities
- Meal Sponsor - $500
- Listed on our Partners page
- Ability to advertise your company during one of the event's group meals
- Name listed in all printed materials, social media, and event slide show
- Inclusion of swag on the swag table
- Innovation Sponsor - $1000
- Listed on our Partners page
- Ability to advertise your company during one of the event's group meals
- Name listed in all printed materials, social media, and event slide show
- Inclusion of swag on the swag table
- Special thank you during the event
- Opportunity to mentor on Saturday afternoon or give a talk on Sunday morning
- Title Sponsor - $2500
- Listed on our Partners page
- Ability to advertise your company during one of the event's group meals
- Name listed in all printed materials, social media, and event slide show
- Inclusion of swag on the swag table
- Special thank you during the event
- Opportunity to judge during SWIC Final Pitches and give a talk on Friday evening of event
- Opportunity to advertise your company in a dedicated email to our mailing list
Other Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Iowa City Open Coffee Sponsor: $500 per quarter or $2000 per year, include signage from sponsoring individual or company placed by coffee and occasional donuts, eligible to present at our events.
Lunch-and-learns and evening workshops: $500 per workshop, includes signage from sponsoring individual or company, advertisement allowed
In-kind donations are always accepted and appreciated!