BUSINESS SPONSORSHIPS
Invest in a thriving, connected, and celebrated Ashland community.
Downtown Ashland Association (DAA) is a top Main Street America-accredited 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to building a strong, vibrant future for Ashland, Virginia—known affectionately as the Center of the Universe.
Through strategic marketing, signature events, small business support, and community-driven initiatives, we help our town shine locally, regionally, and around the universe.
💡 Why Become a Sponsor?
✔️ Amplify your marketing reach to an audience averaging 1.5 million impressions per month
✔️ Boost brand visibility at high-traffic events reaching over 40,000 in-person attendees annually
✔️ Be featured in curated promotions across digital, print, and radio media
✔️ Support community-led revitalization and help Ashland’s small businesses thrive
🎤 K101.2 On Air Mention - $50
Receive a 30sec On-Air Mention telling our audience about your business. Simply purchase your ticket, shoot an email to K1012pop@gmail.com with the subject “HAPPY HOUR VIBES MENTION” and tell us all about your business! 50% of the proceeds support Downtown Ashland Association’s non-profit mission. Include…
Owner Name:
Name of Business/Event:
Business/Event Address:
Website:
Social Media:
Description of Business/Event and its services/products/features
🎤 Appear on Happy Hour Vibes - $75
Looking to get your brand heard and seen in Richmond? Join us for Happy Hour Vibes, the on-air networking party where business meets buzz—with good mocktails, great conversation, and high-impact exposure. Only 15 seats are available! Claim yours and shake up your networking game. 50% of the proceeds support Downtown Ashland Association’s non-profit mission.
Hosted the final Monday of every month at Farmer Company Media Studios
📸 Professional Photos by POWER UP Productions
Step into the spotlight with branded studio portraits for you to use across your own marketing materials and social channels.📱 Social Media Shoutout
Your business will be tagged, celebrated, and amplified across Farmer Company Media and Downtown Ashland platforms, reaching engaged and local audiences.🍹 Signature Mocktails by Shaken Not Spurred
Enjoy light refreshments while learning how to recreate these gorgeous drinks at home—and play along with our on-air games!🐔 Chick-fil-A of Ashland
Serving up quality chicken from the Center of the Universe - fueling your Happy Hour Vibes!🤝 Exclusive In-Studio Networking
Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, creatives, and community leaders in a warm, welcoming space designed to spark collaboration.
🥇 Gold Sponsor – $1,000
Designed for brands seeking elevated visibility and storytelling.
Includes all Silver benefits, PLUS:
Signature Sponsorship credit at the event of your choice
(excluding Ashland Train Day), including:
Ashland Fourth Fridays
(March–October | 7K+ average in-person attendees)Off the Rails Beer Festival
(October | 1K+ average in-person attendees)The Grand Illumination
(November | 5K+ in-person attendees)
Premium marketing perks:
Feature news article written and shared across:
DAA website
Email list (30,000+ emails a year)
Social media
Press contacts
Professional photography provided by DAA for future business use
Appearance on Happy Hour Vibes
🏢 Corporate Sponsor – $5,000
Our most comprehensive partnership—maximum exposure, maximum impact.
Includes all Gold benefits, PLUS:
Signature Sponsorship credit at the event of your choice including:
Off the Rails Beer Festival
Brand visibility across all DAA events:
Logo placement on all marketing materials and signage at:
Off the Rails Beer Festival
Vendor placement at all vendor events:
Off the Rails Beer Festival
Exclusive extras:
Unlimited tickets to Happy Hour Vibes Networking and Recording Parties
One co-produced event in Ashland—got an idea? Submit it here
🔗 Ready to Build the Future of Downtown Ashland?
Join us in championing community, creativity, and local business. Sponsorship with DAA isn't just visibility—it's impact, connection, and lasting legacy.
👉 Let’s get started. Contact us today to dream in the Center of the Universe. Contact us at director@ashlandvirginia.com
