Becoming a SMSO Sponsor is more than an investment, it's a partnership.
We recognize supporting the SMSO at a Sponsorship level is a decision based on more than philanthropy, which is why we take the time to get to know our Sponsors to develop a mutually beneficial program tailored to meet your interests and goals.
Sponsorship opportunities range from $1,500 to $10,000+. From underwriting professional musicians, guest artists, educational programming and concerts, there are many impactful ways to support the Symphony in a way that aligns with your interests.
- Exclusive naming rights as presenting sponsor to concert (for example, XYZ Proudly Presents)
- Exclusive sponsor with first right of refusal for future opportunities
- Opportunity to host pre- or post-concert reception* (available for concerts held at Mendel Center)
- Opportunity for company name/logo or personalized ad placement on print-at-home concert tickets
- Spoken acknowledgement of sponsorship at concert or opportunity to welcome guests and introduce concert
- Company logo/name with clickable link to company website prominently displayed on top of SMSO concert page
- Company logo/name with clickable link to company website displayed on bottom of SMSO home page
- 16 complimentary tickets for guests; additional tickets available at 50% discount
- Logo included on programs (printed & digital versions) provided for ALL** concerts.
* PLATINUM benefit of reception requires advanced coordination; 6 month minimum notice
** Logo inclusion in all concert programs for a given season dependent on receipt of confirmed sponsorship pledge, payment, and graphic material
- Opportunity for company name/logo or personalized ad placement on print-at-home concert tickets
- Spoken acknowledgement of sponsorship at concert or opportunity to welcome and introduce concert
- Company logo/name with clickable link to company website prominently displayed on top of SMSO concert page
- Company logo/name with clickable link to company website displayed on bottom of SMSO home page
- 10 Complimentary tickets for guests; additional tickets available at 40% discount
- Logo included on programs (printed & digital versions) provided for ALL** concerts.
** Logo inclusion in all concert programs for a given season dependent on receipt of confirmed sponsorship pledge, payment, and graphic material
- Company logo/name with clickable link to company website displayed near top of SMSO concert page
- Company logo/name with clickable link to company website displayed on bottom of SMSO home page
- 6 Complimentary tickets for guests; additional tickets available at 30% discount
- Logo included on programs (printed & digital versions) provided at concert featuring selected artist(s).
- Company/name listed on the concert page under the selected musician’s name
- Company logo/name with clickable link to company website displayed on bottom of SMSO concert page
- 2 Complimentary tickets for one concert of choice; additional tickets available at 25% discount
- Logo included on programs (printed & digital versions) provided for ALL** concerts.
** Logo inclusion in all concert programs for a given season dependent on receipt of confirmed sponsorship pledge, payment, and graphic material
2026-27 Season
Opportunities Now Open!
All Bronze to Platinum sponsors are acknowledged in publicity, listed on the SMSO’s Annual Fund list by gift category, and are eligible to participate in SMSO’s Ticket-Voucher Program.
To learn more about additional
underwriting opportunities,
call or email the SMSO office at
(269) 982-4030 | info@smso.org
SPONSOR BENEFIT:
Ticket Voucher Program
Show appreciation to your clients or staff with our new Ticket-Voucher Program!
This voucher offers tickets to your VIPs as a gift for holidays or other occasions. Vouchers may be redeemed with the SMSO for tickets to a concert. You get the good will of offering a great evening to all of your VIPs as a gift and only pay for those who actually redeem and use the voucher. The SMSO will invoice you at a discounted rate (25-50%), providing a copy of claimed vouchers.