JWJCSA
About the Black Composers Concert
Join the James Weldon Johnson Community School of the Arts (JWJCSA) as we present the 2026 Black Composers Concert, part of DC’s official Black History Month Celebration. This signature event unites the finest artists locally, regionally, and nationally — including performers from area schools and universities alongside distinguished professionals — on one stage.
Sponsorship aligns your brand with one of DC’s most visible and respected community arts events, earning recognition among diverse, civically engaged audiences through print, digital, and live exposure.
Your support also sustains JWJCSA’s year-round programs that enrich lives, celebrate heritage, and strengthen the communities that define our region’s creative spirit.
“Through programs like the Black Composers Concert and its growing arts education initiatives, JWJCSA has become a vital community resource—honoring Black artistic contributions while making the arts accessible to all.”
— Charles “Chuck” Hicks, Founder, D.C. Black History Celebration Committee
Our Plans
Sponsorship Levels & Benefits
Presenting Sponsor – $10,000 (Limited to 3)
- Recognition as “Black Composers Concert — Made Possible by [Sponsor Name]”
- Logo featured on all 2026 JWJCSA event program materials
- Full-page ad in the printed concert program
- Digital and email feature mention
- Sponsor spotlight video (up to 30 seconds) featured in JWJCSA social/email promotions
- Branded item inclusion in concert gift bags (provided by sponsor)
- Priority reserved seating for six guests
- Recognition in select JWJCSA community and partner communications for 2026
Major Sponsor – $7,500
- All Concert Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Digital and email feature mention
- Branded item inclusion in concert gift bags
- Priority reserved seating for four guests
Concert Sponsor – $5,000
- All Supporting Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Full-page ad in the printed concert program
- Recognition in select JWJCSA community and school communications for 2026
Supporting Sponsor – $2,500
- All Community Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Half-page ad in the printed concert program
- Two social media acknowledgments
- Verbal recognition during the concert
Community Sponsor – $1,000
- Logo on printed and digital event collateral
- Name listing in the concert program
- One social media acknowledgment
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JWJCSA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Sponsorships may be tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Sponsorship Payment Options
Payments may be made securely online via PayPal or Stripe at checkout.
- Offline Payment Option (Check/Invoice/Pay Later):
- Thank you for your support. If you require an invoice to pay by check or ACH transfer,
- please select this option to request an invoice.
- To pay by check, please make checks payable to JWJCSA and mail to:
- JWJCSA c/o COCGW
- 816 3rd St NW
- Washington, DC 20001
James Weldon Johnson Community School of the Arts
Advertisement Material Requirements
- File Formats: High-resolution PDF, PNG, or JPG (300 dpi minimum).
- Ad Sizes (for 8.5” x 11” Landscape Concert Program): Full Page: 10” W × 7.5” H, Half Page: 5” W × 7.5” H (horizontal).
- Logos: Transparent background preferred (PNG).
- Videos: MP4 format, up to 30 seconds, 1080p resolution maximum.
- File Naming Convention: SponsorName_AdType_2026BCC.pdf (or .png/.jpg/.mp4).
Content Guidelines:
- Ads and messages must be family-friendly and reflect respect for cultural diversity and community values.
- Content should celebrate or align with the spirit of the concert and JWJCSA’s mission to make the arts accessible to all.
- Promotional content should focus on community, education, or the arts, not on the direct sale or consumption of products.
- JWJCSA reserves the right to request edits to ensure alignment with the event’s educational and community-focused purpose.
Sponsorship
Key Deadlines
Sponsorship aligns your brand with one of DC’s most visible and respected community arts events, earning recognition among diverse, civically engaged audiences through print, digital, and live exposure.
Audience & Marketing Reach
- 140+ students, teachers, and staff from DC Public Schools (Friday concert)
- 200+ attendees at the public concert, plus online viewers
- 4,000+ estimated marketing reach through JWJCSA promotions, Eventbrite, partner networks, and media announcements
Sponsors gain exposure through event flyers, listings, and announcements shared across JWJCSA, partner networks, Eventbrite, and local media.