Become a Sponsor
Help us build a better Portland through storytelling
We’re so grateful for the many businesses who recognize the value of the safe spaces that are created when we truly listen to each other. Monetary and in-kind donations ensure our programs reach the people most in need of respect, writing, and community. Join us!
Our Audience
- Women ages 35-74
- Mainly located in Portland, OR metro area
- Read 5-15 books per year
- Spend about $200-300 on books each year
Bookstore Partnerships
We cherish our bookseller collaborations, and we understand that independent bookstores have limited budgets. Learn how we maximize these important relationships.
Let’s Chat!
Write Around Portland is always ready to start a collaborative conversation about mutually-beneficial partnerships that help us achieve our mission AND support your marketing and CSR goals. We would love to put together a custom sponsorship package for you!
Contact
Chris McDonald (he/him), Executive Director
cmcdonald@writearound.org | 503-796-9224
Event Sponsorships
Commitment requested by August 31
Raise Your Pen
Saturday, October 12
Oregon Contemporary (8371 N. Interstate Ave.)
Event Attendance: 100 of Write Around Portland’s most passionate supporters
Recognition: At the $5,000 level, sponsor recognition includes on-stage remarks or a 1-2 minute video, a full-page program ad, 12 tickets to the event, and sponsor recognition on emails, social posts, website, invitations, and more!
Commitment requested by March 31
Spring Reading & Book release
2024 date TBA (May)
Event Attendance: 75-150
Recognition: At the $1,500 level, sponsor recognition includes on-stage remarks (or 1-2 min video), a full-page program ad, reserved seating for 4, a 6′ table with ability to speak with attendees, and sponsor recognition on social, email, website, and invitations.
Commitment requested by October 31
Winter Reading & Book release
Thursday, December 12
NW Natural (250 SW Taylor St.)
Event Attendance: 75-150
Recognition: At the $1,500 level, sponsor recognition includes on-stage remarks (or 1-2 min video), a full-page program ad, reserved seating for 4, a 6′ table with ability to speak with attendees, and sponsor recognition on social, email, website, and invitations.
Other Sponsorships
Literary Programming
Sponsor Freewrite (single workshops), Prompt (8-week series) or Resonate (single workshops for BIPOC writers
Workshop Attendance: 14 per workshop
Select from series sponsorships or individual workshop sponsorships. Series sponsorship of Freewrite or Resonate at the $1,500 level includes the opportunity to make remarks at the beginning of all 24 workshops throughout the year, as well as 2 tickets for each workshop, and recognition on social, email, and our website.
Campaigns
Sponsor our multichannel campaigns for Giving Tuesday, End-of-Year, Spring, or our Journal Drive
Campaign Reach: 7,500-9,000
Recognition: A $7,500 End-of-Year Campaign Sponsorship includes recognition in print, 2 dedicated social posts, 1 dedicated email and sponsor recognition on 6-7 other emails, and logo recognition on our website.
Donate an Auction Item
Our signature fundraiser, Raise Your Pen, gathers together over 100 readers and writers each year in October. With a silent auction, wine wall, and raffle, a donation of a product or service gets exceptional brand amplification. We typically look for:
- Bookstore Gift Cards
- Coffee Shop Gift Cards
- Hotel Stays
- Jewelry
- Literary-Themed Collectibles
- Manuscript Advice & Editing Services
- Museum Passes
- Nursery Gift Cards
- Rare Books
- Restaurant Gift Cards
- Spa or Massage Gift Certificates
- Theatre & Concert Tickets
- Wine (especially large format and bottles priced over $30)
- Winery or Distillery Tastings
Contact
Please contact us if your product or service isn’t on this list. We’d love to hear more!
Leah Middleton (she/they), Development & Engagement Coordinator
lmiddleton@writearound.org
503-796-9224