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Sponsorship & Donations

If you love Leonard Cohen’s words and music, we are family! Wherever you are in the world, we need your support to make this festival happen. Please consider donating today.
San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival is part of the Conspiracy of Beards 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
2026 San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival Sponsorship Package

Sponsorship Packages


1. Platinum Sponsor ($10,000)

  • Largest logo on all promotional materials

  • Website banner ad

  • Full-page ad in the event program

  • 10 VIP tickets

  • Social media campaign integration


2. Gold Sponsor ($5,000)

  • Prominent logo placement on all materials

  • Half-page ad in the event program

  • 5 VIP tickets

  • Social media mentions

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3. Silver Sponsor ($2,500)

  • Logo on select promotional materials

  • Quarter-page ad in the event program

  • 2 VIP tickets

  • Social media thank-you posts

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4. Bronze Sponsor ($1,000)

  • Logo on event website

  • Mention in the event program

  • 1 VIP ticket

  • Social media thank-you posts

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5. Diamond Sponsor ($500)

  • Program credit


Contact Information
For more information or to secure your sponsorship, please contact:


David de la Torre
Email: ddelatorre888@gmail.com
Phone: 1(808) 497-4825

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The Conspiracy of Beards is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Corporation.​

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Sponsorship checks may be made out to “Conspiracy of Beards” and sent to:
Conspiracy of Beards
121 Bank St.
San Francisco, CA 94110

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Festival Overview

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The 8th annual San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival is a celebration of the legendary Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, bringing together fans from all over Northern California and the broader San Francisco Bay Area music scene. To be held November 5st through 8th, with an expected attendance of 1600-1800 fans, in the heart of San Francisco.


Festival Details

 

  • Dates: November 5th through 8th, 2026

  • Locations: JCCSF Kanbar Hall, Swedish American Hall, The Freight

  • Audience: 1200-1400 attendees

  • Demographics: Age: 35-70 years old, Northern California & San Francisco Bay Area music enthusiasts

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Value Proposition and Benefits for Sponsors
 

We are offering several sponsorship packages designed to maximize brand exposure and engagement with our unique audience. Below are the key benefits your brand can expect by partnering with the San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival.
 

  • Website Presence: Your company’s logo will be prominently displayed on the festival’s official website, with links to your company’s homepage.

  • Promotional Materials: Inclusion of your logo in all digital and print promotional materials, including flyers, brochures, and banners. 

  • Email Newsletters: Feature in our email campaigns sent to a targeted list of 5,000 recipients, ensuring repeated exposure before, during, and after the event.

  • Posters and Print Materials: High-visibility logo placement on all event posters and print advertisements distributed throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

  • Direct Marketing: Opportunity to include a promotional message or offer in our pre-event email newsletters.

  • Social Media Shoutouts: Mentions and thank-you posts on our social media platforms, reaching an engaged audience of Leonard Cohen fans and music lovers.

  • Category Exclusivity: Be the exclusive sponsor within your industry, ensuring no direct competition and focused audience engagement.

  • VIP Access: Complimentary VIP tickets for your company’s  representatives, including access to the VIP lounge where they can network with other sponsors, artists, and influencers.

  • Cultural Connection: Align your brand with a respected cultural event that celebrates the legacy of Leonard Cohen and supports the live music community in San Francisco.

THANKS TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS

2026 San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival is supported, in part, through a grant from San Francisco Arts Commission’s Grants for the Arts (GFTA).  Additional support is provided from Craig Newmark Philanthropies, sponsors, and anonymous individual donors. Please support the businesses and entities that help support the San Francisco Leonard Cohen Festival.
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