SPONSORSHIP
The World’s Music. Here.
Located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, by the West Bank of the University of Minnesota’s campus, The Cedar is an anchor institution and plays a critical role in building a vibrant, equitable future for our city. We are looking for partners with a shared passion for Minneapolis and a commitment to the arts to join us.
In 2026, we will present over one hundred “Cedar Presents” performances, including the Summer at The Cedar, Global Roots, and the Nordic Roots Series. Each show is carefully curated and marketed to fulfill our mission to promote intercultural appreciation and understanding through the presentation of global music and dance.
Sponsorship offers a unique way to increase your support of The Cedar and engage in our mission and programs. Packages are flexible and can be customized to meet your marketing and attendance preferences.
The Cedar’s Mission
The Cedar’s mission is to promote intercultural appreciation and understanding through the presentation of global music. The Cedar is committed to artistic excellence and integrity, diversity of programming, support for emerging artists, and community outreach. Our organization is committed to the principles of Community Centric Fundraising.
Organizational Background
The Cedar is a nonprofit arts organization located in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis. Pre-COVID-19, our annual budget was $2 million, and we typically served 60,000 people per year. We reopened for live performances in August of 2021 and are continuing to welcome back audiences and build out a full calendar of shows.
The Cedar Cultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is deeply committed to maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects its stewardship of global music, relationships, and community. Expansive thinking and cultural collaboration make The Cedar better. Indigenous people and people of color are encouraged to apply.