Phonetic Spit Annual Luncheon

About the Event

The Phonetic Spit Annual Luncheon is a signature fundraising event celebrating youth voice, creative literacy, and the communities that make transformation possible.

This year’s theme, Celebrating Youth Voices, centers the power of young people expressing themselves through language and performance—and the role of supporters who help create space for that growth.

During this inspiring luncheon, guests will experience powerful youth performances and reflections from the field, offering a glimpse into how creative literacy and spoken word help young people build confidence, connection, and new possibilities for their futures.

Together, we gather in a shared moment of recognition and support while raising critical funds for Phonetic Spit’s youth literacy programs across Arizona.

Why Sponsor the Phonetic Spit Annual Luncheon

When your company sponsors the Phonetic Spit Annual Luncheon, you are investing in the transformation of young people through creative literacy and self-expression.

Your support helps ensure that:

• Young people build confidence through reading, writing, and public speaking
• Youth develop skills to express themselves clearly and authentically
• Students—especially those navigating foster care, detention, and other systems—have access to supportive, creative learning environments
• Young people are equipped to imagine and pursue new possibilities for their futures

Sponsors are recognized as partners in expanding access to high-quality creative literacy experiences for youth.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Lead Sponsor — $10,000

Highest Sponsorship Level

Position your organization as a lead supporter of youth transformation through creative literacy.

Includes:

• Recognition as Lead Sponsor of the Phonetic Spit Annual Luncheon
• Reserved one (1) table of eight (8 seats)
• Premier logo placement on all event materials, including:
  • Event signage
  • Printed program
  • Event slides
  • Registration and event webpage
• Verbal recognition during the luncheon program
• Opportunity for a brief on-stage acknowledgment or recognition moment
• Recognition in pre- and post-event email communications
• Recognition on Phonetic Spit’s website and social media
• Optional post-event recognition photo with Phonetic Spit

Supporting Sponsor — $5,000

Support youth development and creative literacy while gaining meaningful visibility.

Includes:

• Reserved one (1) table of eight (8 seats)
• Logo placement on event signage, printed program, event slides, and event webpage
• Verbal recognition during the luncheon
• Recognition in post-event communications

Community Partner — $2,500

Demonstrate your organization’s commitment to youth growth and opportunity.

Includes:

• Reserved four (4) seats
• Name listed in the printed event program
• Recognition on the event webpage

Event Supporter — $1,000

Show support for youth literacy and self-expression.

Includes:

• Reserved two (2) seats
• Name listed in the printed event program

Where Your Sponsorship Goes

Sponsorships of the Phonetic Spit Annual Luncheon serve two essential purposes: underwriting the cost of the event itself and sustaining Phonetic Spit’s youth literacy programs year-round.

Approximately 30% of sponsorship support underwrites the cost of the luncheon, ensuring the event remains free and accessible to educators, community partners, and youth advocates. These funds cover essential expenses such as venue use, food and refreshments, audiovisual production, printed materials, accessibility needs, and event coordination.

The remaining approximately 70% directly supports Phonetic Spit’s youth programs across Arizona, including in-school creative literacy residencies, community workshops, and youth performance opportunities. Sponsorship dollars help provide teaching artist stipends, curriculum development, program coordination, and safe, supportive spaces where young people can read, write, and share their voices with confidence.

By underwriting this event, sponsors make the celebration possible—and ensure the impact extends far beyond a single afternoon, reaching thousands of young people throughout the year.