Social Sidekick

The Social Sidekick sponsorship tier is designed for businesses, organizations, and individuals who want to achieve high visibility, meaningful engagement, and a strong presence across Garden State Gay Socials (GSGS) events. Priced at $3,500 per month, Social Sidekick offers sponsors premium recognition, strategic placement, and participatory opportunities at multiple events, making it an ideal choice for those who want their brand to be both dependable and fun within the LGBTQ+ community.

Social Sidekick sponsors are recognized as trusted allies who actively contribute to the vibrancy and success of every event. This tier blends high visibility with interactive opportunities, ensuring that sponsors leave a lasting impression while maintaining a fun and approachable presence. It is designed for those who want consistent recognition, VIP access, and opportunities to co-host events, creating a dynamic sponsorship experience that goes beyond simple logo placement.

Comprehensive Social Media Presence

One of the defining perks of the Social Sidekick tier is logo placement on email headers and the top section of newsletters for every event. This ensures that your brand is prominently visible to every recipient, reinforcing your status as a key supporter of GSGS events. Social Sidekick sponsors enjoy:

  • High-frequency exposure to a dedicated and engaged audience

  • Inclusion in all email communications and event newsletters

  • Recognition as a fun, dependable, and trusted ally in the community

This type of digital presence ensures that your brand is seen repeatedly, strengthening brand recognition and increasing the likelihood of engagement with attendees before, during, and after events. Social Sidekick sponsors are consistently highlighted as supporters who are integral to the community experience, elevating both brand perception and community credibility.

Event Participation & VIP Access

Social Sidekick sponsorship includes VIP tables or spots at two major events per quarter, providing sponsors with prime visibility and access to high-attendance events. This placement ensures that your brand is front and center, engaging directly with participants and fostering meaningful connections.

Additionally, Social Sidekick sponsors have the opportunity to co-host one event per sponsorship period, allowing for hands-on involvement and brand integration. Co-hosting provides several benefits:

  • Interactive engagement with attendees, enhancing brand recall

  • Opportunities to showcase your products, services, or initiatives

  • Recognition as a key contributor to event success and community enjoyment

Through VIP access and co-hosting opportunities, Social Sidekick sponsors combine visibility with participatory engagement, making their brand both seen and experienced in dynamic, memorable ways.

Goodie Bag Inclusion

Social Sidekick sponsors are eligible for goodie bag placement at all events, including logo display on the bag itself and up to three branded items per event. Goodie bag inclusion allows sponsors to:

  • Provide attendees with tangible items that reinforce brand recognition

  • Create a lasting impression beyond the event

  • Position their brand as fun, approachable, and engaged

Goodie bag items may include promotional materials, gifts, or branded products that attendees can use and remember, ensuring your sponsorship has a lasting, positive impact. By combining visibility with engagement, Social Sidekick sponsors solidify their presence in both the digital and physical spaces of GSGS events.

Why Social Sidekick Works

The Social Sidekick tier is perfect for sponsors who want significant visibility, consistent engagement, and hands-on participation at multiple events throughout the year. It provides a balance of:

  • Digital recognition: Logo on email headers/newsletters for every event

  • Event visibility: VIP access and co-hosting opportunities

  • Physical branding: Goodie bag logo and items distributed to attendees

This tier is ideal for brands looking to position themselves as dependable, approachable, and fun supporters of the LGBTQ+ community. Social Sidekick sponsorship demonstrates a commitment to fostering inclusivity, connection, and social engagement, while also maximizing brand exposure and community involvement.

Community Impact

Social Sidekick sponsors are recognized as key contributors to the vibrancy and success of GSGS events. Their support ensures that:

  • Events remain high-quality, inclusive, and engaging

  • Attendees experience memorable social and networking opportunities

  • The LGBTQ+ community continues to grow, connect, and thrive

Sponsors at this tier help create safe, fun, and dynamic spaces where gay men can network, socialize, and build lasting friendships. Their involvement reinforces GSGS’ mission of community, inclusivity, and connection, making Social Sidekick sponsors vital members of the broader social ecosystem.

Marketing & Branding Opportunities

Social Sidekick sponsorship provides multi-channel marketing exposure, ensuring your brand is recognized across:

  • Email headers/newsletters: Premium placement at the top of every event communication

  • Event participation: VIP tables/spots and co-hosting opportunities

  • Goodie bags: Logo and up to three items per event

These combined touchpoints create a comprehensive sponsorship experience, giving your brand maximum visibility and engagement at all levels. Social Sidekick sponsors are positioned as fun, approachable, and dependable, creating both online and offline recognition that is memorable and impactful.

Flexibility & Ease of Sponsorship

The Social Sidekick tier is designed to be manageable yet highly impactful. Sponsors provide:

  • Logos for newsletters, email headers, and goodie bag placement

  • Branded items for distribution at events

  • Optional input for co-hosted events

GSGS handles event logistics, promotion, and coordination, ensuring that sponsors can enjoy high impact and visibility without the administrative burden. This makes Social Sidekick sponsorship both strategic and easy to manage, maximizing benefits for both sponsors and the community.

Relationship Building & Networking

Social Sidekick sponsorship emphasizes relationship-building, connecting sponsors with:

  • Event attendees for meaningful engagement

  • Other sponsors and community supporters

  • Members of the local LGBTQ+ network

Through VIP access and co-hosting opportunities, sponsors can foster connections that extend beyond the event itself, creating lasting partnerships, community trust, and brand loyalty. Social Sidekick sponsors are not just visible—they are actively engaged, approachable allies who strengthen the fabric of the GSGS community.

Summary of Social Sidekick Benefits

For $3,500 per month, Social Sidekick sponsors receive:

  • Logo on email headers and newsletters at every event

  • VIP table/spot at two major events per quarter

  • Opportunity to co-host one event per sponsorship period

  • Goodie bag placement with logo + up to three branded items per event

  • Recognition and active participation at all sponsored events

This tier ensures that sponsors gain maximum exposure, tangible engagement, and participatory influence across all GSGS events. Social Sidekick sponsorship is designed for those who want to be seen, remembered, and celebrated as dependable, fun, and approachable supporters.

Conclusion

Social Sidekick is the ideal choice for sponsors seeking strong visibility, event participation, and brand recognition across multiple touchpoints. Sponsors at this level:

  • Demonstrate commitment to the LGBTQ+ community

  • Gain premium exposure across digital, physical, and in-person channels

  • Engage directly with participants, other sponsors, and community members

  • Contribute to fun, inclusive, and memorable events for gay men in New Jersey

By joining as a Social Sidekick, your brand becomes a trusted, visible, and approachable member of the Garden State Gay Socials family, recognized for dependability, engagement, and fun presence. This tier ensures your sponsorship is strategic, rewarding, and highly impactful, leaving a lasting impression on both the community and your brand audience.

Social Sidekick
Type: Paid
Term: Monthly
Price: $3,500.00