Partner with Us

Be part of the movement mapping a racially just future.

When you partner with NorthStar of GIS, you’re not just sponsoring events—you’re helping build a world where Black voices, brilliance, and leadership are fully reflected in the maps, data, and decisions shaping our lives.

Our partners gain visibility across our Annual Conference, NorthStar Gaze podcast, Navigator Awards, and social events—while connecting with a vibrant global network of changemakers.

One Partnership. Many Ways to Shine.

We’ve made it simple: one Institutional Partner / Annual Sponsor package, with benefits you can “steer” toward the initiatives that matter most to you.

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Platinum Partner

$15,000

  • Prominent logo placement on our website, all digital materials, and art exhibit signage

  • Podium shoutout during the Annual Conference

  • Featured interview or segment on the NorthStar Gaze podcast

  • End-of-episode shoutouts and on-air ads during conference season

  • Recognition as an “Institutional Partner” in all award & event press

  • Opportunity to showcase a guest, expert, or art piece at the conference or art exhibit

  • Priority invites to exclusive roundtables and programs

Gold Partnership / Driving Impact

Gold
Partner

$10,000

  • Logo on website + mention at conference and art exhibit

  • Podium shoutout

  • Short podcast interview or premium ad slot

  • End-of-episode podcast sponsor shoutouts

  • Recognition as “Leadership Sponsor” in award/event press

  • Ability to share a guest/resource/art at the conference or art exhibit

Silver Partnership / Strengthening Our Future

Silver
Partner

$5,000

  • Logo on website and art exhibit panel

  • Podcast ad or short shoutout

  • Mention in conference programming

  • Invitation to select participant roundtables

Small Business Partnership / Growing Together

Small Business
Partner

$500

  • Logo on website

  • Social media spotlight

Special Sponsorship Add-ons

Enhance your impact with tailored recognition:

Art Exhibit Sponsor

Feature your brand on an exhibit panel or sponsor our National Geographic–funded Empathy Atlas project.

Award Sponsor

Attach your name to one or more awards, with special recognition during the ceremony and in media coverage.

Podcast Sponsor

Support a season or set of episodes, or bring your own guest/content to our audience.

Why Partner with Us?

By sponsoring NorthStar of GIS, your organization is:

  • Expanding Black visibility in geosciences and geography-related fields

  • Elevating racially just practices in technology, mapping, and policy

  • Reaching a global community through our events, podcast, and storytelling platforms

  • Aligning your brand with leadership, equity, and authentic community impact

  • Leaving a legacy that maps a more just world for generations

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Join Us as an Annual Partner

Let’s find time to meet and create a partnership that makes your values visible.