Through the generous support of our valued donors, media partners, and friends of the festival, we can make certain that the festival remains free and open to the public. This helps support our mission of ensuring that readers of all ages and backgrounds can connect with visiting authors and each other in one of the most vibrant and culturally rich cities in the world. We are grateful for your support!
Please note, sponsors committed after Friday, March 21, 2025 will not be listed on printed festival materials.
Many donor advised funds, community foundations, and private foundations prohibit contributions that are eligible for benefits. Please check with your tax advisor if you are considering a sponsorship through one of these entities.
If you’d prefer to make a sponsorship payment by check, please mail your contribution to:
Luann Dozier, Vice President for Advancement
Tulane University
1555 Poydras St, Ste 1000
New Orleans, LA 70112
For more information on sponsorship, please reach out to Denise Breaux at dbreaux1@tulane.edu.
Best Seller Sponsor | $100,000+
- Naming rights for tent, stage, programming area, or featured session in McAlister Auditorium or Dixon Hall
- Full page ad in festival guide
- Donor name and/or logo featured on sponsor signage throughout the event
- Donor name and/or logo prominently featured on the official Book Festival website
- Hotel stay during the festival at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans (maximum of one room for three nights)
- Two (2) reserved premier seats in McAlister Auditorium and Dixon Hall throughout the festival
- 6 Platinum Patron passes which allow access to priority seating at all festival events
- 2 parking spaces at the festival in Diboll Garage
- Access for 6 to the Opening Reception, Author Reception Room, Festival Hospitality Area, and President’s Reception for Out of Town Guests
If you are interested in this level sponsorships please contact dbreaux1@tulane.edu.
Title Sponsor | $50,000
- Naming rights for tent, stage, programming area, or featured session in McAlister Auditorium or Dixon Hall
- Half page ad in festival guide
- Donor name and/or logo featured on sponsor signage throughout the event
- Donor name and/or logo prominently featured on the official Book Festival website
- 6 Platinum Patron passes which allow access to priority seating at all festival events
- 2 parking spaces at the festival in Diboll Garage
- Access for 6 to the Opening Reception, Author Reception Room, Festival Hospitality Area, and President’s Reception for Out of Town Guests
Chapter Sponsor | $25,000
- Recognition in the festival guide
- Donor name and/or logo featured on sponsor signage throughout the event
- Donor name and/or logo featured on the official Book Festival website
- 4 Platinum Patron passes which allow access to priority seating at all festival events
- 1 parking space at the festival in Diboll Garage
- Access for 4 to the Opening Reception, Author Reception Room, Festival Hospitality Area, and President’s Reception for Out of Town Guests
Page Sponsor | $10,000
- Recognition in the festival guide
- Donor name and/or logo featured on sponsor signage throughout the event
- Donor name and/or logo featured on the official Book Festival website
- 2 Patron passes which allow access to priority seating section in select festival venues*
- Access for 2 to the Opening Reception, Author Reception Room, Festival Hospitality Area, and President’s Reception for Out of Town Guest
Note Sponsor | $5,000
- Donor name and/or logo featured on sponsor signage throughout the event
- Donor name and/or logo featured on the official Book Festival website
- 2 Patron passes which allow access to priority seating section in McAlister Auditorium and Dixon Hall throughout the festival
- Access for 2 to the Opening Reception
Single Access Pass | $1,250
- 1 pass which allows access to priority seating section in select festival venues*
- Access for 1 to the Opening Reception
*Select festival venues include McAlister Auditorium and Dixon Hall.
Many donor advised funds, community foundations, and private foundations prohibit contributions that are eligible for benefits. Please check with your tax advisor if you are considering a sponsorship through one of these entities.
