Through the Texas Medal of Arts Awards (TMAA), the Texas Cultural Trust spotlights Texas leaders and luminaries who have achieved greatness through their creative talents, as well as those whose generosity has opened doors to artistic opportunity for Texans of all ages.
The Long Center for Performing Arts
February 22 & 23, 2027
Presented biennially since 2001, the two-day affair is a star-studded celebration of the creative excellence, exemplary talents, and outstanding contributions by Texans in all disciplines of the arts. The TMAA raises substantial financial support, visibility, and awareness about the power of the arts to enrich a child’s education and enhance our state’s economy and cultural heritage.
The 13th biennial TMAA will take place Monday, February 22 and Tuesday, February 23 in Austin, Texas. The two-day celebration includes:
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Arts Alive! VIP Reception Monday, February 22 details to be announced |
Rise with the Arts Brunch Tuesday, February 23 details to be announced |
Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show, & Gala Dinner Tuesday, February 23 details to be announced |
ALL TABLE SPONSORS RECEIVE:
- Invitations to the Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show and Gala Dinner at the Long Center for Performing Arts with valet for all guests
- Prominent branding and recognition on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage
- Annual recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts
EXCLUSIVE NAMING OPPORTUNITIES:
Title sponsorships receive additional branding and recognition on events of their choosing including:
- Diamond Sponsors: 2027 Texas Medal of Arts Awards Title Sponsor across all TMAA events
- Platinum Sponsors: Rise with the Arts Brunch or Awards Show
- Gold Sponsors: Arts Alive!, VIP Toast, or Gala Dinner
- Silver Sponsors: Red Carpet Reception or TMAA Butler Young Masters Performances
- Bronze Sponsors: Advocacy or Souvenir Program Sponsor (recognition across all events)
- Branding Sponsors: Signage opportunities at various locations throughout the events (see below for details)
Table Sponsorships
Diamond Sponsor - $200,000
EVENT ACCESS & GUEST EXPERIENCE
- (30 VIP) Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show & Gala Dinner Invitations, (4) Invitations to Private VIP Toast with Honorees at Awards Show, (24) Arts Alive! Invitations, (24) Rise with the Arts Brunch Invitations, Signed Commemorative Poster, Opportunity to host a Butler Texas Young Master at a Private Event, Opportunity to host a Texas Medal of Arts Honoree at Gala Dinner Table, Texas Medal of Arts Awards Gift Bag with Curated Items, Designated opportunity to walk the Red Carpet, Priority Reservation Access to VIP Hotel Block, VIP Valet for Sponsor Host- First in Line at Awards Show and Gala Dinner, Table service with premium wine, Photographer for Sponsor Host (All events)
BRANDING & RECOGNITION
- Logo or name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, TMAA invitation, Annual Recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust principal sponsor and Partner in the Arts, Exclusive Naming Opportunity, Full-Page Ad in TMAA Souvenir Program, Pre-show Logo Projection in Auditorium at Awards Show, Recognition on Dedicated Print and Digital Ads, Including Texas Monthly*, Verbal Recognition from stage at each TMAA Event, Opportunity to speak at Title Sponsor Event (All Events)
Platinum Sponsor - $150,000
EVENT ACCESS & GUEST EXPERIENCE
- (30 Premier) Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show & Gala Dinner Invitations, (2) Invitations to Private VIP Toast with Honorees at Awards Show, (18) Arts Alive! Invitations, (18) Rise with the Arts Brunch Invitations, Signed Commemorative Poster, Opportunity to host a Butler Texas Young Master at a Private Event, Opportunity to host a Texas Medal of Arts Honoree at Gala Dinner Table, Texas Medal of Arts Awards Gift Bag with Curated Items, Designated opportunity to walk the Red Carpet, Priority Reservation Access to VIP Hotel Block, VIP Valet for Sponsor Host- First in Line at Awards Show and Gala Dinner, Table service with premium wine, Photographer for Sponsor Host (Red Carpet & Gala Dinner)
BRANDING & RECOGNITION
- Logo or name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, TMAA invitation, Annual Recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust principal sponsor and Partner in the Arts, Exclusive Naming Opportunity, Full-Page Ad in TMAA Souvenir Program, Pre-show Logo Projection in Auditorium at Awards Show, Recognition on Dedicated Print and Digital Ads, Including Texas Monthly*, Verbal Recognition from stage at each TMAA Event, Opportunity to speak at Title Sponsor Event
Gold Sponsor - $100,000
EVENT ACCESS & GUEST EXPERIENCE
- (24) Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show & Gala Dinner Invitations, (2) Invitations to Private VIP Toast with Honorees at Awards Show, (12) Arts Alive! Invitations, (12) Rise with the Arts Brunch Invitations, Signed Commemorative Poster, Opportunity to host a Butler Texas Young Master at a Private Event, Opportunity to host a Texas Medal of Arts Honoree at Gala Dinner Table, Texas Medal of Arts Awards Gift Bag with Curated Items, Designated opportunity to walk the Red Carpet, Priority Reservation Access to VIP Hotel Block, VIP Valet for Sponsor Host- First in Line at Awards Show and Gala Dinner
BRANDING & RECOGNITION
- Logo or name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, TMAA invitation, Annual Recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust principal sponsor and Partner in the Arts, Exclusive Naming Opportunity, Full-Page Ad in TMAA Souvenir Program, Pre-show Logo Projection in Auditorium at Awards Show, Recognition on Dedicated Print and Digital Ads, Including Texas Monthly*, Verbal Recognition from stage at each TMAA Event, Opportunity to speak at Title Sponsor Event
Silver Sponsor - $75,000
EVENT ACCESS & GUEST EXPERIENCE
- (20) Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show & Gala Dinner Invitations, (8) Arts Alive! Invitations, (8) Rise with the Arts Brunch Invitations, Signed Commemorative Poster, Opportunity to host a Butler Texas Young Master at a Private Event, Opportunity to host a Texas Medal of Arts Honoree at Gala Dinner Table, Texas Medal of Arts Awards Gift Bag with Curated Items
BRANDING & RECOGNITION
- Logo or name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition on TMAA invitation, Annual Recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust principal sponsor and Partner in the Arts, Exclusive Naming Opportunity, Half-Page Ad in TMAA Souvenir Program, Pre-show Logo Projection in Auditorium at Awards Show, Recognition on Dedicated Print and Digital Ads, Including Texas Monthly, Verbal Recognition from stage at each TMAA Event
Bronze Sponsor - $50,000
EVENT ACCESS & GUEST EXPERIENCE
- (12) Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show & Gala Dinner Invitations, (4) Arts Alive! Invitations, (4) Rise with the Arts Brunch Invitations, Signed Commemorative Poster, Opportunity to host a Butler Texas Young Master at a Private Event
BRANDING & RECOGNITION
- Logo or name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage. Recognition on TMAA invitation, Annual Recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust principal sponsor and Partner in the Arts, Exclusive Naming Opportunity, Half-Page Ad in TMAA Souvenir Program, Pre-show Logo Projection in Auditorium at Awards Show, Recognition on Dedicated Print and Digital Ads, Including Texas Monthly
Capitol Sponsor - $25,000
EVENT ACCESS & GUEST EXPERIENCE
- (10) Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show & Gala Dinner Invitations, (2) Arts Alive! Invitations
BRANDING & RECOGNITION
- Name listed on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition on TMAA invitation, Annual Recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts, Quarter-Page Ad in TMAA Souvenir Program
Legend Sponsor - $15,000
EVENT ACCESS & GUEST EXPERIENCE
- (10) Red Carpet Reception, Awards Show & Gala Dinner Invitations
BRANDING & RECOGNITION
- Name listed on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition on TMAA invitation, Annual Recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts
Branding Sponsorships
Valet Sponsor - $10,000 - signage or branding at valet (Arts Alive!, Brunch, or Red Carpet)
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Name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition at the Sponsorship Level, Annual recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts, Quarter page ad in 2027 TMAA Souvenir Program, (4) Invitations to the Red Carpet Reception, Award Show, & Gala Dinner
Gift Bag Sponsor - $10,000 - signage or branding in the TMAA gift bag for VIPs and 2027 Honorees
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Name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition at the Sponsorship Level, Annual recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts, Quarter page ad in 2027 TMAA Souvenir Program, (4) Invitations to the Red Carpet Reception, Award Show, & Gala Dinner
Backstage Sponsor - $7,500 - signage or branding Backstage at the Long Center for VIPs and 2027 Honorees
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Name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition at the Sponsorship Level, Annual recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts, (2) Invitations to the Red Carpet Reception, Award Show, & Gala Dinner
Green Room Sponsor - $7,500 - signage or branding in the Green Room at the Long Center for VIPs and 2027 Honorees
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Name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition at the Sponsorship Level, Annual recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts, (2) Invitations to the Red Carpet Reception, Award Show, & Gala Dinner
Welcome Sponsor - $5,000 - signage or branding at registration (Arts Alive!, Brunch, or Red Carpet)
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Name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition at the Sponsorship Level, Annual recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts, (2) Invitations to the Red Carpet Reception, Award Show, & Gala Dinner
Photobooth Sponsor - $5,000 - signage or branding at photobooth
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Name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition at the Sponsorship Level, Annual recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts, (2) Invitations to the Red Carpet Reception, Award Show, & Gala Dinner
Partner in the Arts - $1,000
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Name on TMAA web page, program, digital and print signage, Recognition at the Sponsorship Level, Annual recognition as a Texas Cultural Trust Partner in the Arts, (6) Invitations to the Award Show
To make an donation to support the Texas Medal of Arts Awards CLICK HERE.
For Texas Medal of Arts Awards sponsorship information, contact Carrie Williams at [email protected] or 512.478.5289
