Become a GriotSpeaks Sponsor

Help Us Connect Communities Through History, Conversation and Culture

GriotSpeaks welcomes sponsors who believe in the power of accurate history, meaningful conversation and shared cultural experiences.

Our mission is to expand GriotSpeaks into a dynamic platform for community building, African Diaspora education and engaging experiences that bring people together. Through educational content, live presentations, digital media and GriotSpeaks: The Game, we make learning about African and African American history informative, relevant and fun.

Our growing audience includes professionals, educators, community leaders, families and lifelong learners who value cultural understanding and want accurate knowledge of Africa and the African Diaspora to be preserved and shared.

Why Partner With GriotSpeaks?

A GriotSpeaks sponsorship offers your organization an opportunity to:

  • Support accurate and engaging cultural education
  • Connect with a mature, professional and culturally engaged audience
  • Demonstrate a commitment to community connection and lifelong learning
  • Increase your visibility across our digital, print and live-event platforms
  • Help bring GriotSpeaks programs and experiences to more communities

We welcome corporations, small businesses, foundations, educational institutions and community organizations whose values align with our mission.

Our Growing Reach

GriotSpeaks connects with audiences through newsletters, social media, live events, performances and media partnerships.

Monthly Newsletter   600 subscribers

Our newsletter shares African and African American history, cultural insights, community stories, GriotSpeaks updates and opportunities to get involved.

TikTok: @griotspeaks

  •     874 followers
  •     5,077 likes
  •     30,034 accounts reached since November 27, 2025
  •     5,949 engaged audience members
  •     Highest viewing activity: 6:00–8:00 p.m.

    Audience reached by age:

  •     55 and older: 43.3%
  •     Ages 45–54: 34%
  •     Ages 35–44: 16%

    Audience reached by gender:

  •     Women: 50.3%
  •     Men: 49.7%
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    Engaged audience by age:

  •     55 and older: 51.1%
  •     Ages 45–54: 32.8%
  •     Ages 35–44: 15.2%
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Facebook

  •     Dr. Maxine Bryant’s personal page: 2,400 followers
  •     GriotSpeaks page: 568 followers
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Instagram: @griotspeakssav

  •     1,967 followers
  •     411 posts
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Threads: @griotspeakssav

  •     207 followers
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LinkedIn

  •     500+ professional connections and followers

Additional Audience Connections

Our reach extends beyond social media through established cultural and media platforms:

  •     Chad Lawson Cooper’s Justice on Trial monthly presentations, with an average audience of approximately 750 people
  •     A monthly column in the Indianapolis Recorder
  •     Educational presentations, community conversations and special events led by Dr. Maxine Bryant
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Sponsorship Opportunities

GriotSpeaks can work with sponsors to develop partnerships that reflect their goals, audience and desired level of involvement.

Opportunities may include:

  •      Newsletter sponsorships
  •      Social media recognition
  •      Educational program sponsorships
  •      Community event partnerships
  •      Conference and presentation sponsorships
  •      Sponsored game experiences
  •      Product or game giveaways
  •      Community tour partnerships
  •      Customized regional or national campaigns

Let’s create a partnership that supports your organization’s goals while helping GriotSpeaks educate, engage and connect communities.

Start a Conversation

Interested in exploring the GriotSpeaks platform and becoming a sponsor?

Contact Patricia Maltz
patriciamaltz@gmail.com

612.685.1258

Together, we can preserve history, inspire conversation and build stronger connections—one story, one gathering and one game at a time.