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Become a Sponsor

Sponsoring the Seacoast Culinary Challenge is more than visibility—it’s impact. You will be stepping up to support solutions to build food security for friends and neighbors throughout New Hampshire and Maine.

To secure your sponsorship today, contact the Foundation team at Foundation@lighthousecu.org.

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The winning showcase of the Seacoast Culinary Challenge

Why Your Sponsorship Matters


You’re investing in future culinary leaders, giving young people hands-on experience, mentorship, and a chance to give back.
This is about more than food. It’s about feeding hope, strengthening communities, and ensuring no one is left behind.

Become an Event Sponsor

Two Presenting Opportunities Available — $50,000

Culinary Innovation Partner

Presenting Partner Rights

  • Designation as a Presenting Sponsor of the 2025 Seacoast Culinary Challenge.
  • Top-tier logo placement included in all event marketing.
  • Co-branded logo on attendee wristbands.
  • 2–3 minute speaking opportunity during opening remarks.
  • Option to present an award during the event.

Brand Visibility at the Event

  • Logo on stage backdrops, step and repeat for photo opportunity, participant aprons, student apparel and event giveaways.
  • Co-branded signage at registration area.
  • Logo featured prominently on the ceiling inside The Music Hall during the entire evening (GOBO).
  • Opportunity for sponsor messaging to play on screen during event.
  • Placement of sponsor-provided items in 900 guest giveaway bags.
  • Full page ad in the digital event program.
  • Premium booth space at the event with customization options.

Media & Marketing Exposure

  • Logo included on event website.
  • Co-branded marketing campaigns leading up to the event, reaching thousands of community members and stakeholders.
  • Featured in press releases, media interviews, and social media campaigns.
  • Social media content spotlighting role in supporting food security solutions and culinary student programs.
  • Included on company-wide digital screens throughout Lighthouse branches and headquarters.
  • Inclusion in event recap and post-event thank you promotions.
  • Recognition in the Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation’s newsletters and donor impact reports.
  • Company recognized in Lighthouse Credit Union Newsletter (circulation of 140,000 emails).

Company Engagement

  • Opportunities to volunteer with the Lighthouse Foundation to be a part of the impact in food insecurity.
  • Ten (10) Tickets for VIP event access, including meet-and-greet opportunities with chefs and students.
  • Six (6) Premiere seating general admission tickets to Seacoast Culinary Challenge.
  • Invitation to participate in Education Programming with Culinary Students.
  • Invitation to pre-event rehearsal and walk through with chefs, students and hosts.

Four Signature Opportunities Available – $25,000

Chef Partner

Signature Partner Rights

  • Logo recognition with promotion of one competing chef team.
  • Social media mention spotlighting your assigned chef team prior to the event.
  • Opportunity to introduce the team on stage or in pre-recorded video.
  • Logo on step and repeat for photo opportunities.
  • Logo branding on team chef station and menu boards.

Brand Visibility at the Event

  • Opportunity for sponsor messaging to play on screen during event.
  • Placement of sponsor-provided items in 900 guest giveaway bags.
  • Half-page ad in the digital event program.
  • Premium booth space near culinary demonstration areas.

Media & Marketing Exposure

  • Logo included on event website.
  • Featured in eblasts and social media campaigns.
  • Included on company-wide digital screens throughout Lighthouse branches and headquarters.
  • Inclusion in event recap and post-event thank you promotions.
  • Recognition in the Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation’s newsletters and donor impact reports.
  • Company recognized in Lighthouse Credit Union Newsletter (circulation of 140,000 emails).

Company Engagement

  • Eight (8) Tickets for VIP event access, including meet-and-greet opportunities with chefs and students.
  • Four (4) Premiere seating general admission ticket to Seacoast Culinary Challenge
  • Two (2) exclusive backstage passes prior to the event.

Three Gold Opportunities Available – $10,000

Experience Partner

Gold Partner Rights

  • Naming rights for specific event areas.
  • Your choice of brand activation at the event:
    • American Gourmet Expedition Partner (VIP Event)
    • General Admission Experience Partner
    • Kitchen & Pantry Partner

Brand Visibility at the Event

  • Opportunity for sponsor messaging to play on screen prior to the event.
  • Verbal recognition during the event.
  • Placement of sponsor-provided items in 900 guest giveaway bags.
  • Quarter-page ad in the digital event program.

Media & Marketing Exposure

  • Logo included on event website.
  • Featured in eblasts and social media campaigns.
  • Included on company-wide digital screens throughout Lighthouse branches and headquarters.
  • Company recognized in Lighthouse Credit Union Newsletter (circulation of 140,000 emails).
  • Post-event recognition in the Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation’s newsletters and donor impact report.

Company Engagement

  • Four (4) Tickets for VIP event access, including meet-and-greet opportunities with chefs and students.
  • Two (2) Premiere seating general admission ticket to Seacoast Culinary Challenge

Ten Opportunities Available – $5,000

Shared Table Partner

Brand Visibility at the Event

  • Logo included in digital recognition at the event.
  • Placement of sponsor-provided items in 900 guest giveaway bags.
  • Logo recognition in marketing materials and during opening remarks.

Media & Marketing Exposure

  • Logo included on event website.
  • Featured in eblasts and social media campaigns.
  • Included on company-wide digital screens throughout Lighthouse branches and headquarters.
  • Company recognized in Lighthouse Credit Union Newsletter (circulation of 140,000 emails).
  • Post-event recognition in the Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation’s newsletters and donor impact report.

Company Engagement

  • Two (2) Tickets for VIP event access, including meet-and-greet opportunities with chefs and students.
  • Two (2) Premiere seating general admission ticket to Seacoast Culinary Challenge

15 Opportunities Available- $2,500

Nourish Partner

Brand Visibility at the Event

  • Your company’s name listed in digital event program.
  • Placement of sponsor-provided items in 900 guest giveaway bags.

Media and Marketing Exposure

  • Name included on event website.
  • Name included on company-wide digital screens throughout Lighthouse branches and headquarters.
  • Company name recognized in Lighthouse Credit Union Newsletter (circulation of 140,000 emails).
  • Post-event recognition in the Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation’s newsletters and donor impact report.

Company Engagement

  • Four (4) Tickets for premiere seating general admission tickets, offering prime viewing of the Seacoast Culinary Challenge.

20 Opportunities Available — $1,000

Community Partner

Partner Benefits

  • Two (2) Tickets for premiere seating general admission ticket, offering prime viewing of the Seacoast Culinary Challenge.
  • Name recognition in digital event program.
  • Placement of sponsor-provided items in 900 guest giveaway bags.