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 six years, we have awarded more than a half 
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 contest annually awards nearly $150,000 in cash prizes to students in both visual and performing arts! Each year continues to be bigger and better - more categories, more entries and of course, more prize money! 

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…

Consider making a tax-deductible contribution…


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:

Sponsor one of our monthly Young Voices of Houston vocal competitions!


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. Consider sponsoring either a monthly event or the annual FINAL event for great exposure that says you are passionate about investing into the next generation!

Sponsor a Row at the annual Visual Arts Awards Ceremony

The highlight of the annual Visual Arts contest is the extravagant awards ceremony where the winners of the contest are finally announced before a live audience of 1,000 or more! This exciting evening has been informally referred to as the “Academy Awards for the Visual Arts” and is an emotionally-charged evening. Consider sponsoring a row of seats at this event, which will feature your business name on it, plus recognition in the program and the evening’s agenda.

To sponsor a row for as little as $200, click here to email Ernie Fitzpatrick, or call us at 281.664.1420.

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!