Karen Sloan is presented the Grand Prize in Film by Paul Sarvadi, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Administaff.

Why invest in Culture Shapers?

Help keep the arts alive in our schools… imagine the difference you can make in a young person’s life!

In 1999, after the tragedy at Columbine High School, a group of businessmen and church leaders began to ask what they might do to make a difference in the lives of our local area teens. The answer was to serve them, encourage them and give them hope for the future.

Through the annual Culture Shapers visual and performing arts contests, business men and women have the opportunity to make a positive investment in the lives of thousands of students in seven counties all around the Greater Houston Area!

The results have been incredible! In just ten years, we have awarded nearly one million dollars to student artists, thanks to our corporate sponsors, Administaff and The Nathaniel Foundation, as well as many, many other area businesses.

One of those Grand Prizes meant that Derek Shumate could go to the art school of his dreams in New York City! For another of our winners, the Grand Prize she won meant the difference between finishing the semester at school or having to drop out to find work.

In 2002, we doubled the prize money to over $70,000, and today, the contests annually award nearly $85,000 in cash prizes to students in both visual and performing arts! Each year continues to be bigger and better. Our goal is simple – to help young men and women all over the city to launch their careers in the arts, and become “Culture Shapers”.

We are committed to this goal for years to come, but we will not be successful without the generous support of our Corporate Sponsors just like you – folks who are committed to helping the next generation get a jump-start on their careers! Join the ranks of our Corporate Sponsors Administaff, The Nathaniel Foundation, GodsMoneyMan, Trendmaker Homes and many, many others and discover the difference you can make a young person’s life! We would love to meet you and discuss the many different opportunities by which you can support Culture Shapers financially!

Find out more!

If you would like to schedule a meeting, or simply want to ask questions, feel free to email us at: info@cultureshapers.com, call us at: 281.664.1420, or simply drop by our offices. We look forward to meeting you!

Sponsorship Opportunities…

Become a Category Sponsor!

Our Category Sponsors are critical to our success, and their financial contribution makes a significant statement about their dedication to our community and to the next generation! Category Sponsors receive the maximum exposure, on our website, in all press materials and of course, at the banquet. The cost to sponsor a category is $10,000 and in addition to attending an intimate luncheon with a few of the winners afterwards, you also have the honor of presenting the cash prizes during the annual Awards Night! Join the ranks of Administaff, The Nathaniel Foundation and many others who are proud to call themselves Culture Shapers Category Sponsors!

Sponsor a monthly Young Voices of Houston vocal competition!

Once per month, a dozen talented singers compete for $1,000 in cash prizes and the chance to advance to the FINAL Young Voices of Houston Competition, held annually. The monthly semifinal competitions attract 300 to 500 folks from all across Houston. The annual event typically draws a crowd of 500 and is an elegant evening! Cash prizes at the final event total $5,000.

Interested in sponsoring the entire 10-11 season? Here’s what you’ll receive:

• 8 month digital sign advertising
• 8 month program advertisement
• 12 month web site free advertising
• CEO or representative to present final award checks.
• Investment is $16,000 for the entire year, payable $2,000 a month or in one lump sum.

Please click here to email Ernie Fitzpatrick, or call us at 281.664.1420.

Culture Shapers is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, so financial contributions made to our organization are tax-deductible. Your donation is welcome at any time, and may be made by clicking the button below: