SPONSORSHIP
Thank you for your interest in sponsoring the BankPlus Red Beans & BBQ Festival!
This isn’t just a food festival—it’s a chance for sponsors to make a meaningful difference while gaining high-visibility exposure in a fun, festive environment. With live music, family activities, and ice-cold drinks rounding out the experience, the Red Beans & BBQ Festival draws a diverse crowd eager to support local businesses and the mission of Stewpot. As a sponsor, you’ll be aligned with a beloved community tradition and a well-loved cause that makes an impact in your local community.
Please complete the Sponsorship Form and email logo to ceason@stewpot.org by Monday, October 6, 2025 to receive print promotion & onsite banner benefits
Sponsorship checks can be made out to Stewpot Community Services and mailed to:
Attn: BankPlus Red Beans & BBQ Festival
P.O. Box 3610
Jackson, MS 39207
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Big Bean: $10,000
-Exclusive sponsor banner displayed prominently at the festival entrance
-Sponsor name included in Stewpot’s pre-event press release
-Exclusive social media post highlighting company and event sponsorship
-Recognition in Stewpot’s quarterly newsletter mailed to over 7,000 contacts
-Sponsor name included in a pre-event e-blast sent to over 8,000 contacts
-Company logo and website link featured year-round on the Festival website
-On-stage recognition throughout the event
-Invitation to present one of the festival awards (e.g., Best BBQ or People’s Choice)
-Opportunity to display company-branded signage and promotional items
-Reserved sponsor seating area with shade and refreshments
-Two (2) complimentary Cook Teams (one may be used to sponsor another team)
-Thirty (30) tickets to the festival
The Pitmaster: $5,000
-Logo displayed on The Pitmaster Sponsor banner at the event
-Sponsor name listed in the pre-event press release
-Exclusive social media post highlighting company and event sponsorship
-Recognition in Stewpot’s quarterly newsletter mailed to over 7,000 contacts
-Sponsor name included in Stewpot’s pre-event e-blast sent to over 8,000 contacts
-Company logo and website link featured year-round on the Festival website
-Opportunity to display company-branded signage and promotional items
-One (1) complimentary Cook Team
-Twenty (20) tickets to the festival
The Red Beanefactor: $2,500
-Logo displayed on the Red Beanefactor Sponsor banner at the event
-Sponsor name listed in the pre-event press release
-Recognition in Stewpot’s quarterly newsletter mailed to over 7,000 contacts
-Company logo and website link featured year-round on the Festival website
-Ten (10) tickets to the festival
-One (1) complimentary Cook Team
The Iron Skillet: $1,000
-Logo displayed on the Iron Skillet Sponsor banner at the event
-Sponsor link and logo on the Red Beans & BBQ Festival website year-round
-Sponsor name listed in pre-event press release
-Five (5) tickets to the festival with a 50% discount on additional tickets purchased (up to 10)
The Baby Back: $500
-Logo displayed on the Baby Back Sponsor banner at the event
-Sponsor link and logo on the Red Beans & BBQ Festival website year-round
-Two (2) tickets to the festival with a 50% discount on additional tickets purchased (up to 10)