PARTNER WITH FAVA: EMPOWER ART, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY

Founded in 1979, FAVA is an independent nonprofit dedicated to enhancing public appreciation of and participation in the visual arts. Through community activities, education, and exhibitions, FAVA serves as a creative hub for children, adults, artists, and art lovers alike. Located in Oberlin, Ohio, FAVA is funded through memberships, donations, sponsorships, and grants from partners including the Nord Family Foundation, Ohio Arts Council, City of Oberlin, Community Foundation of Lorain County, and others.

FAVA is proud of our strong commitment to inclusion, with a diverse board, staff, and artist base. We offer a welcoming environment for all, relevant programming, and free admission to exhibitions.

Jean Weigl, artist and FAVA instructor, in FAVA's South Gallery. Photograph by artist Leslie Bowen.

 FAVA By the Numbers

• Over 40 years of community impact
• 13,000+ annual website visits
• 3,500+ social media followers
• 2,600+ email subscribers
• 125+ annual art classes and workshops
• 560+ students engaged per year
• 11+ exhibitions annually, including national juried shows
• 2,800+ annual in-person gallery visitors

 Programming Highlights

• Art Fair in the Square (2,000+ visitors) supported by the City of Oberlin
• National Juried shows including Artist as Quilt Maker & Biennial Photography Show
• Seasonal Art Markets & Fall Festival
• Youth & Adult Classes, Summer Camps
• Oberlin Chalk Walk & Walkin’ in a Winter Oberlin
• Artist in Residence Program
• Black History Month Banner Project
• Specialty exhibits highlighting Artists of Color, Hispanic Heritage, LGBTQ+
• Mural Projects and outreach to schools, libraries, and community centers

Business Partnership Levels (benefits are cumulative)

Arts Champion.  $500+

Highlighted as a local business parter at major FAVA events;

Featured recognition at the Annual Member's Show

Two (2) tickets to a FAVA event of your choice

Art Collector.  $250+

Recognized as a local business partner in one (1) e-newsletter

Dedicated space reserved for your business cards and/or brochures in FAVA's lobby

Social media spotlight

Arts Curator.  $100+

Listed as a local business partner on FAVA's website

Listed as a local business partner in FAVA's lobby display

Custom Partnerships Are Also Available

• Sponsor a specific exhibition or event
• Fund a youth art class or summer camp
• Underwrite the Artist in Residence program
• Provide scholarships or art materials
• Sponsor artist talks or virtual programming

We also welcome in-kind gifts such as printing, food and beverage for events, or volunteer support. 

Your Brand Gains

• Extensive community recognition
• High-visibility exposure across events and media
• Opportunities to engage in volunteering and mural projects
• Connection to audiences who value creativity, inclusion, and innovation
• Association with nationally-recognized shows like Artist as Quiltmaker & Biennial Photography Show

Ready to make an impact? Secure your Partnership Here

Email: members@fava.org. Or call: 440-774-7158