AAS Jazz Jam
Jazz Jam Brunch w/ R&B Twist
October 3, 2026
Support for the Jazz Jam Brunch directly strengthens the Department of African American Studies and expands opportunities for students, faculty, and the community. Each sponsorship level reflects a meaningful investment in academic excellence, experiential learning, and leadership development.
$25,000 Diamond (FMV=$880)
- Two VIP Tables (16 guests)
- Speaking opportunity at the event
- Full-page ad** in the event program (printed and digital)
- Logo** on full suite of Jazz Jam event materials
- Special invitation for meet-and-greet with students in African American Studies
- Featured in post-event recap video
- Option for a vendor booth* at the Event
- Social media recognition
Sponsorship at this level provides transformational support for the Department of African American Studies. At this level, funding could sustain a signature student success initiative such as supporting a cohort of high school students in the Emerge Summer Leaders Program or help advance high-impact academic and community engagement programming within the department.
$15,000 Platinum (FMV=$440)
- One VIP Table (8 guests)
- On-stage recognition at the event
- Special invitation for meet-and-greet with students in African American Studies
- Featured in post-event recap video
- Option for a vendor booth* at the event
- Logo** on the Jazz Jam event webpage
- Name/logo** in the event program (printed and digital)
- Social media recognition
Sponsorship at this level strengthens the department’s ability to offer meaningful academic enrichment and experiential learning opportunities. This level of support could help underwrite student travel for study abroad or national conferences, enhance professional development programming, or expand summer leadership experiences for emerging scholars.
$10,000 Gold (FMV=$440)
- One VIP table (8 guests)
- Option for a vendor booth* at the event
- Verbal recognition at the event
- Logo** on the Jazz Jam event webpage
- Name/logo** in the event program (printed and digital)
- Social media recognition
Sponsorship at this level represents the approximate cost of supporting a high-performing student through a departmental scholarship or providing several students with opportunities for national conference participation, study abroad experiences, or summer leadership programming. This level of support helps ensure students have access to life-changing academic and professional pathways.
$5,000 Silver (FMV=$440)
- One VIP table (8 guests)
- Logo** on the Jazz Jam event webpage
- Name/logo** in the event program (printed and digital)
- Social media recognition
Sponsorship at this level could allow the department to support student participation in regional or national conferences or to offer targeted professional development workshops that enhance students’ academic and career readiness.
$2,500 Bronze (FMV=$440)
- One VIP table (8 guests)
- Name/logo** in the event program (printed and digital)
- Social media recognition
Sponsorship at this level provides flexible support that can strengthen student programming, academic enrichment activities, or departmental initiatives that enhance the student experience in African American Studies.
Advertise at the 2026 Jazz Jam Brunch
$100 LOGO PLACEMENT
- Your name or company logo** will be placed on a single display at the event
- This does not include a ticket to the event.
$200 VENDOR BOOTH (FMV= $55)
- One booth* at the event to market your products and/or services. This includes at 6-foot rectangular table and 2 chairs.
- Includes a seat for one (1) at the brunch event.
** All sponsorships and logos will need to be received by Friday, September 11 for inclusion in materials. Please email your logo to aas@central.uh.edu.
* The deadline to confirm a vendor booth is Friday, September 18.