Support Local Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Your donation helps fuel the dreams of local entrepreneurs and builds a thriving small business ecosystem in Southwest Michigan. Whether you sponsor a workshop, support a pitch competition, or invest in future innovators, every dollar makes a difference. Explore the infographic below to choose how you’d like to give and see the direct impact of your support.

Start-up Level

$500 - $1000

  • Event catering

  • Speaker fees for events

  • Venue rental for events

  • Business planning assistance

  • Access to co-working space

  • Startup capital

  • Logo placement on website and social media

Bronze level

$1000

  • Logo placement on website and social media

  • Recognition as a Bronze sponsor in all marketing materials

  • Two tickets to all Emerge networking events.

  • One speaking opportunity at an Emerge event.

Silver level

$2500

All Bronze Level benefits, plus:

  • Logo placement on Emerge office signage.

  • Opportunity to host one Emerge networking event.

  • Recognition as a Silver sponsor in all marketing materials

  • Four tickets to all Emerge networking events.

Gold level

$5000

All Silver Level benefits, plus:

  • Logo placement on Emerge Entrepreneurship Directory

  • Opportunity to judge a Launch Pitch Fest event.

  • Recognition as a Gold sponsor in all marketing materials

  • Six tickets to all Emerge networking events.

Platinum level

$10.000

All Gold Level benefits, plus:

  • Title sponsorship of one Emerge event.

  • Opportunity to lead a workshop or training at an Emerge event.

  • Recognition as a Platinum sponsor in all marketing materials

  • Ten tickets to all Emerge networking events.