Call For Sponsors, Donors & In-kind Supporters
Dear Community Partners
We are delighted to discuss a potential partnership with our organization for the 1st Annual California Black Farmers Conference (CBFC), taking place September 11–13th, 2025 at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC). CBFC is building toward justice, resilience, and self-determination across California.
Hosted by Square One Foundation, CBFC is a multi-day event featuring workshops, keynote speakers, panel discussions, breakout sessions, wellness offerings, and youth programming—all designed to support and uplift the voices and needs of Black farmers and their allies. The conference fosters cross-sector collaboration, intergenerational learning, and critical resource-sharing across the agricultural, environmental, and social justice fields.
Become a Sponsor
We are currently seeking event sponsors to provide financial and/or in-kind sponsorships to help make this year’s conference impactful and accessible for all participants.
As a fiscally sponsored initiative, *all donations to CBFC are tax-deductible. Sponsors will receive public recognition through event materials, signage, our website, and direct engagement with our growing statewide network of farmers, advocates, and professionals.
*Sponsorship payments that involve substantial return benefits, such as advertising or exclusive privileges, are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions. However, donations made directly to CBFC or payments made on behalf of the organization toward specific needs, without receiving substantial benefits in return, may be tax-deductible. Please consult with a tax professional to determine the deductibility of your contribution.
Your support will help fund essential components of the conference, such as:
Event Setup
Community meals
Post Event Celebration
Conference materials (signage, flyers, swag bags, etc.)
Ticket sponsorships for farmers, youth, and community members
Speaker and workshop facilitator honorariums
Farmer and Attendee travel and lodging stipends
Youth and student scholarships
CBFC Award Ceremony
CBFC Art Auction
Event marketing and outreach
Staffing and coordination support for event operations
And more!
Sponsorship Levels & Incentives
Seed Level
$500–$4,999
Recognition on CBFC website
Social media shoutout
Logo listed in printed program
Root Level
$5,000–$9,999
All Seed Level benefits
Logo placement on printed materials
Verbal recognition during opening remarks
Harvest Level
$10,000–$19,999
All Root Level benefits
Logo on event signage and screens
2 complimentary conference registrations
Legacy Level
$20,000–$29,999
All Harvest Level benefits
Reserved seating at select events
Featured sponsor spotlight in newsletter and social media
Liberation Level
$30,000+
All Legacy Level benefits
Opportunity to speak during main event
Prominent logo placement and recognition across all media
Custom partnership opportunities and dedicated outreach support
