Sponsoring Momentum Awards
Fuels Our 501c3 Mission
Betsy Ziegler, CEO of 1871
“Idea to Fortune 50, 1871 is the only non-profit organization in the world to support the full progression. 1871 is for everyone. We work together to give every innovator and leader access to the programs, community, and resources they need to thrive. Everything we do is powered by you and your support. We are grateful for your continued partnership.”
Year-round benefits from your sponsorship!
Access
Amplification
Impact
As a 501c3 non-profit, 1871 relies on your support for our community, programs, membership experiences, and of course, the Momentum Awards. This year, sponsorship for the Momentum Awards extend beyond the event and includes year-long benefits that includes access, amplification, and impact within our network.
Sponsor Benefits
| Benefits | 10K | 5K |
|---|---|---|
| 🎟 Momentum in-person tickets | 10 | 5 |
| 🏆 Sponsor spotlight on 1871 social platforms | 🏆 | 🏆 |
| 📺 Digital logo placement at event | 🏆 | 🏆 |
| 🌐 Logo display on event landing page | 🏆 | 🏆 |
| 📧 Company mentions in post-event press release | 🏆 | 🏆 |
| 🤝 CEO networking opportunity pre-event tickets | 2 | |
| Year Long Benefits - Access & Amplification | ||
| 📝 Thought Leadership article on 1871's blog | 🏆 | |
| 📒 1871 Annual Report inclusion | 🏆 | 🏆 |
About the Momentum Awards
Learn more about 1871’s biggest fundraising event & celebration of the year that honors the best and brightest in tech across Chicagoland.
About the Momentum Awards
The Momentum Awards are not just an event—they’re a movement. It’s where the brightest minds in tech come together to celebrate innovation, fuel future growth, and strengthen the bonds of our amazing community.
Celebrate Innovation
Get inspired as we honor the most groundbreaking tech companies and visionary leaders shaping the future. Innovation isn’t just celebrated here—it’s amplified.
Fundraise for the Future
Your support goes beyond the event. Every dollar raised helps ignite the next wave of innovation by empowering the next generation of tech entrepreneurs.
Unite the Community
This is where connections are made, ideas are shared, and our tech community grows stronger together. Don’t just be part of the conversation—lead it.
View Event Recaps
- 2023: Watch on YouTube
- 2022: Watch on YouTube
The Momentum Awards Categories
Celebrating the trailblazers and innovators across Chicagoland, these awards honor those who are pushing the boundaries of technology and making a significant impact on the community.
Outstanding Tech CEO Award
Recognizes a tech CEO who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and has successfully scaled their company.
Industry Disrupter Award
Awarded to a company that has developed an innovative product or service that is disrupting their industry.
Social Impact Award
Given to a tech company that has made a significant commitment to social equity and inclusion.
Rising Star Award
Recognizes an early-stage tech company that is well-positioned to become a market leader.
Momentum Award
Awarded to a growth-stage tech company with the strongest potential to emerge as a market leader.
CityLIGHTS Award
Honors a late-stage tech company that has become a category leader through innovation and growth.
Corporate Champion Award
Recognizes a company that has championed the growth of Illinois’s tech industry through community-focused action.
Chicagoness Award
Presented to an individual who exemplifies the values of Chicago’s entrepreneurial community and empowers future innovators.