Our Response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak

As a precaution to help limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and care for our community, Just Buffalo Literary Center has postponed a number of events, and we will follow the guidance of Buffalo Public Schools in terms of Just Buffalo Writing Center programming.

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Become a BABEL Sponsor

Just Buffalo's BABEL series reaches a dynamic cross-section of our community—breaking social, economic, cultural, and geographic boundaries to bring people of all walks of life together to celebrate the power of the written word.

Audience Profile

  • Last year’s BABEL audience attracted 6,297 people from every corner of WNY plus virtual guests from 25 states & countries around the world
  • BABEL sponsors receive exclusive benefits & prominent exposure in print materials, virtual marketing, & on-site displays at Kleinhans Music Hall reaching 25,000+ people

BABEL Sponsorship Packages & Benefits

Show your civic pride & be part of Just Buffalo Literary Center’s BABEL series. Choose from one of our sponsorship packages below, or contact us to customize your own package!

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Literary Leader

$15,000

  • Top-tier logo placement
  • Dedicated e-newsletter & social media posts
  • 3 full-page color ads in printed program
  • 24 VIP/Patron tickets (6 per event) to pre-event catered Author Reception & preferred seating
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Page Turner

$10,000

  • Top-tier logo placement
  • Dedicated e-newsletter & social media posts
  • 2 full-page color ads in printed program
  • 20 VIP/Patron tickets (5 per event) to pre-event catered Author Reception & preferred seating
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Editor’s Choice

$5,000

  • Top-tier logo placement
  • Dedicated e-newsletter & social media posts
  • 1 full-page color ad in printed program
  • 16 VIP/Patron tickets (4 per event) to pre-event catered Author Reception & preferred seating
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School Sponsor

$3,000

  • Top-tier logo placement
  • Dedicated e-newsletter & social media posts
  • 1 half-page color ad in printed program
  • Customized ticket package for students & teachers
  • Opportunities to bring a BABEL author to your school for a special student event may be available upon request
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Book Lover

$2,500

  • Logo placement
  • 1 half-page color ad in printed program
  • 8 VIP/Patron tickets (2 per event) to pre-event catered Author Reception & preferred seating
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Create Your Own Package

Name Your Price

We will work with you to create a sponsorship package that meets your budget, including print and digital marketing resources, event tickets, and more.

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