The Nebraska Journalism Trust presents the third annual Flatwater Festival, an evening celebrating the importance and impact of a free and independent press.
Thank you for your interest in sponsoring this special night!
FlatFest will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, in Roca, Neb., just minutes south of Lincoln.
Your sponsorship will help the Flatwater Free Press convene hundreds of informed and engaged Nebraskans for conversation about the vital role of independent journalism in sustaining The Good Life.
Participants will:
Celebrate the stories that connect Nebraskans across our diverse state
Recognize the profound impact of independent journalism in Nebraska
Connect with award-winning journalists from several distinguished publications
Your message can reach:
400+ attendees the night of the event
26,000+ Flatwater Free Press readers
20,000+ Flatwater Free Press social media followers
All Flatwater Free Press website visitors
Sponsorship inquiries
Please call or email Sponsorships Manager John Costello at 402-401-8092 to start the conversation about our sponsorship options. We look forward to hearing from you!
Top logo placement on all FlatFest print, web and multimedia collateral
Top recognition in Flatwater Free Press newsletter, emails, social media, and press releases
$10,000 yearly sponsorship package including sponsored content and impressions
Opportunity for interactive engagement activity
Recognition in the 2026 Flatwater Free Press commemorative print edition
Flatwater Free Press newsroom rep to speak at your organization’s event
Eight tickets to the event
Title Sponsors
$10,000
$5,000 yearly sponsorship package including sponsored content and impressions
Opportunity for interactive engagement activity
Recognition in the 2026 Flatwater Free Press commemorative print edition
Flatwater Free Press newsroom rep to speak at your organization’s event
Logo placement on all FlatFest print, web and multimedia collateral
Recognition in FFP newsletter, emails, social media, and press releases
Four tickets to the event
Event Sponsors
$5,000
Flatwater Free Press newsroom rep to speak at your organization’s event
Logo placement on all FlatFest print, web and multimedia collateral
Recognition in FFP newsletter, emails, social media, and press releases
2 tickets to the event
Get in touch today!
We offer several different options that will fit your business’ budget. Please call or email Sponsorships Manager John Costello at 402-401-8092 to start the conversation about your sponsorship package. We look forward to hearing from you!
