Eat Drink Local Season Sponsorship
April - June
Signature Event: The 18th annual Chef's Potluck
Signature Event: The 18th annual Chef's Potluck
Attendees at the 17th annual Chef's Potluck hosted at The Porter Room.
Thank you for supporting Lowcountry Local First!
All $500+ sponsors receive the following benefits:
- Logo inclusion on digital outreach, including Eat Drink Local Season and Chef's Potluck landing pages and seasonal newsletters (3 months of exposure in Q2)
- Logo inclusion on promotional print materials distributed to local businesses
- Recognition onsite at the Chef's Potluck
- One (1) 'Sponsor Thank You' social media post
- Invitation to contribute a promotional piece to Chef Thank You bags
- Promotion in campaign/event press release (if committed by March 15, 2026)
- Two early access tickets to Chef's Potluck
Check out our A La Carte Catalog of additional sponsorship opportunities that are designed for flexibility! Choose your own activations and benefits that best fit the needs of your company.
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Choose 'Invoice' at check out to be billed later for your sponsorship cart choices.
Creative? So are we!
Reach out to Kayla Sewell at kayla@lowcountrylocalfirst.org to discuss other activations that align with your brand.
Please note: All sponsors must either be eligible for Lowcountry Local First membership or have no local competitors.
Objectives of the Campaign
- Celebrate the abundant growing season in the Lowcountry
- Highlight the freshest hyper-local ingredients from local restaurants, beverage providers, farmers, fishers and purveyors at the Chef's Potluck
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Encourage the public to visit one of the many vibrant farmers markets throughout the region or sign up for a CSA to have fresh, local produce delivered to their door
Background
Since its inception, Lowcountry Local First's Eat Drink Local Season has been a cornerstone campaign dedicated to spotlighting Charleston's vibrant local food community. This annual initiative encourages residents to support local growers, fishers, chefs, bakers, and beverage providers by engaging in events and educational opportunities that emphasize the importance of consuming what's in season. A highlight of the season is the Chef's Potluck, now in its 17th year, which brings together over 20 of Charleston's talented chefs in partnership with local farmers, fishermen, and ranchers. Through these efforts, Lowcountry Local First continues to foster connections between the community and the local food systems that make the Lowcountry unique.
Key Analytics
Our campaign’s success is measured not just by the sponsorships we secure, but by the meaningful impact and community engagement we generate. The following key metrics highlight the effectiveness of our efforts and showcase the value we deliver to our sponsors:
