Houston’s hyperlocal third home — where visibility is owned, not rented.
The Livable Forest® connects Greater Houston to what’s opening, what’s worth it, and what’s actually happening —
with consistent distribution, not algorithm roulette.
Partnerships are structured like premium neighborhood real estate: protected lanes, repeat visibility, and direct placement
across app, email, social, guides, print, and real-life events.
Audience & Distribution
Premium partnerships are predictable: curated placement, repeat visibility, and protected lanes.
*In-app notifications are visible to every logged-in user. Push delivery depends on device settings.
- ✦In-app brand page + featured newsfeed placements
- ✦Push notifications (optional) + in-app notifications (always visible)
- ✦Email features + curated roundups
- ✦Social amplification (Livable Forest channels)
- ✦Seasonal Guides (food, shopping, holidays, family fun)
- ✦Print + digital in Catch These Vibes
- ✦On-site visibility at markets + activations
Deliverable definitions
Push notification: scheduled push (where enabled) + matching in-app notification.
Newsletter feature: dedicated placement with logo/name, copy, and one primary link.
Social feature: scheduled post on Livable Forest channels (feed/reel/story sequence).
Guide placement: listing in the relevant guide section with CTA.
Magazine placement: print + digital placement per your tier.
Recent Reach Examples
Real post examples pulled from insights. Full reporting is available upon request.
Trader Joe’s (Kingwood)
View post →IKEA Update
View post →Waffle House (Kingwood)
View post →Fire Craft BBQ + Wine
View post →Downtown Humble (Wine Lounge)
View post →Apricot Lane Boutique
View post →New Sweet Spot (New Caney)
View post →Coffee Crush (Downtown Humble)
View post →- ✦Monthly snapshot for active partners (impressions, clicks, top placements)
- ✦End-of-season recap for Seasonal Partners
- ✦Campaign recap for Billboard Bursts
We focus on what matters: visibility, engagement, and traffic to your offer.
The Partnership Ladder
Protected lanes are limited. Below are baseline inclusions; custom add-ons may be available when inventory allows.
- ✦2026 Presenting Partner: Tachus Fiber Internet
- ✦2027: accepting inquiries
Submit the intake form to request 2027 consideration and confirm lane availability.
Category exclusivity is enforced across every paid placement and partnership level. Direct competitors are declined or rerouted.
Lane Hold
$5,000 non-refundable Lane Hold deposit to reserve the lane while onboarding is completed.
“Presented by [Brand]” across key promotions, major event materials, and seasonal launches.
Home screen / high-traffic placements as available + priority around seasonal drops.
Weekly notifications (52) with priority time slots around major moments.
Monthly dedicated newsletter feature (12) + inclusion in seasonal roundups.
Monthly feature posts + priority tagging + campaign recap mentions.
Premium placement in relevant guides (Holiday, Food, Family Fun, Shopping).
Full-page feature each season (4) with “Presented by” positioning.
Brand presence at key events (inventory-based) + on-site callouts where applicable.
Direct partner group inside the app for approvals, assets, and scheduling.
Protected lane for the full year; conflict requests are declined or rerouted.
Key events (examples)
BOOFEST (Kingwood + The Woodlands) • seasonal markets • Friday Night Lights in the Forest • Forester Crawl • seasonal drops and guide launches. Inventory varies by season; Presenting receives priority placement where available.
Category Partners receive protection across all lower levels. If a Presenting inquiry arrives in your lane, you receive first opportunity to upgrade.
Lane Hold
$2,500 non-refundable Lane Hold deposit to reserve your category while onboarding is completed.
“Official [Category] Partner” positioning across the ecosystem where relevant.
Bi-weekly notifications (26) with priority inside your category lane.
Dedicated newsletter feature quarterly (4) + inclusion in roundups.
Monthly social feature (12) across Livable Forest channels as scheduled.
Priority placement in relevant guides (protected lane rules apply).
Full-page feature 2x per year (2) or equivalent premium editorial value.
Enhanced in-app brand page + pinned seasonal promo blocks as available.
On-site partner placement at select events + emcee mention where applicable (inventory-based).
Category Partners receive monthly reporting snapshots and priority placement windows when inventory is limited.
Official Partners cannot compete with Presenting or Category Partners.
Dedicated in-app page with story, links, offer, and contact info.
Monthly notifications (12) linking to your page or promotion.
Dedicated newsletter feature 2x per year (2) + seasonal roundup inclusion.
Quarterly social feature (4) + tagging and share support.
Placement in relevant guides (space permitting; protected lanes prioritized).
Included in curated “Where to Eat / Shop / Play” roundups where relevant.
Includes performance snapshots after each sponsored notification and newsletter feature.
No direct competitors in your category during your season. Cannot compete with Presenting, Category, or Official lanes above.
Dedicated in-app page with links, offer, and a clear CTA.
Weekly notifications for 12 weeks (12) during your season.
Monthly newsletter feature (3) + roundup inclusion (as relevant).
Monthly social post across Livable Forest channels (3).
Inclusion in relevant guide sections (space permitting; protected lanes prioritized).
Full-page feature in Catch These Vibes (print + digital).
Included in seasonal “Where to Eat / Shop / Play” roundups.
Access to your partner group for quick submissions, edits, and scheduling.
- ✦Top placements + link clicks
- ✦Best-performing copy/creative notes
- ✦Recommendations for your next season
Event Sponsorships
Single-event visibility with premium guardrails. Event sponsors cannot compete with higher partner lanes.
Event sponsors cannot compete with Presenting, Category, Official, or Seasonal partners. If a lane is protected above, we will decline or reroute the request.
Event universe (examples)
Seasonal markets • Friday Night Lights in the Forest • BOOFEST • Forester Crawl • community activations. Inventory varies by event and season.
Community Supporter — $200
- ✦Name/Logo listed on the event sponsor list
- ✦1 community thank-you shoutout (in-app or social)
- ✦On-site thank-you mention (where applicable)
- ✦No booth space included
- ✦Supporter placement — not a full marketing package
Event Spotlight Sponsor — $500
- ✦Includes 1 booth space
- ✦Logo on event sponsor list
- ✦1 in-app sponsor post
- ✦1 push + in-app notification (event week)
Premier Event Sponsor — $1,000
- ✦Includes 1 booth space
- ✦Enhanced logo placement
- ✦2 in-app sponsor posts
- ✦2 push + in-app notifications (event week)
- ✦Emcee mention (where applicable)
Want an event sponsor slot? Select “Event Sponsorship” on the intake form.
Billboard Burst Campaigns
A short, high-impact flight designed for real households — fast, clean, and trackable.
- ✦2-week digital flight across curated screens (trade-area focused)
- ✦Smart scheduling around peak traffic patterns
- ✦Campaign setup + monitoring
- ✦End-of-campaign recap (flight dates, screen list, proof-of-play summary when available)
Local Burst — from $2,800
Focused in one trade area (example: Kingwood, The Woodlands, Spring, Atascocita).
Metro Burst — from $4,500
Split between your home trade area + a wider “halo” zone for broader visibility.
Billboard bursts can be paired with an Event Sponsorship or Seasonal Partnership for a full “digital + real-life” activation.
Perks Program (Free for Businesses)
Businesses join for free. Your “investment” is the perk you offer — and we spotlight you where it fits.
- ✦Listing on the in-app Perks Map & Directory
- ✦Occasional editorial mentions + roundups
- ✦Direct visibility with members
- ✦$10 one-time bonus for each new member signup attributed to your business
Perk requirements
- ✦Minimum 20% perk (or equivalent value)
- ✦Members show their Member Card
- ✦Clear, simple terms
Terms & Payment Policy
All payments are online via Square. Payment confirms agreement to these terms.
Payments are processed online via Square. By paying an invoice or checkout link issued by The Livable Forest, you acknowledge and agree to these Terms, the lane hierarchy, and non-compete rules.
Activation includes: onboarding, brand page setup, scheduling posts/notifications, copy/design work, reserving magazine/guide placement, booth assignment, or custom work requested.
Square fees
Square processing fees are non-refundable and will be deducted from any approved refund.
- ✦Admin fee: 10% of package price (minimums apply below)
- ✦Lane Hold deposits (if applicable) are non-refundable
- ✦After activation begins: no refunds (credits/make-goods may apply at our discretion)
Admin fee minimums
- ✦Presenting: 10% (min $5,000)
- ✦Category: 10% (min $2,500)
- ✦Official: 10% (min $1,000)
- ✦Seasonal: 10% (min $500)
Other minimums
- ✦Billboard Bursts: min $750 admin fee
- ✦Event Sponsorship: flat $50–$150 admin fee (based on scope)
If a Presenting inquiry arrives in a Category Partner’s lane, the Category Partner receives first opportunity to upgrade within a defined response window. If declined, the Partner receives a defined remedy (credit or upgraded deliverables).
Placement notes: Scheduling is curated to protect the community experience. We prioritize relevance, timing, and brand fit.
Public Service Partners
For government and public entities that need nonpartisan, community-facing distribution — without endorsement language.
- ✦Public service announcements and community resources
- ✦Closures, updates, facilities, programming, deadlines
- ✦Safety messaging and preparedness information
- ✦Nonpartisan civic information (neutral tone, informational only)
Guardrails
- ✦No campaigning, candidate advocacy, PACs, fundraising, or partisan messaging
- ✦Copy requires approval by a designated point of contact
- ✦Partnered placement disclaimer applied
- ✦Cannot conflict with protected partner lanes above
Public Service Partners are separate from “Official Partnerships.” Messaging stays factual, nonpartisan, and community-first.
Start a Partnership
Share your category, goal, and timeframe. If your lane is protected above, we’ll flag it immediately.
2026 is held by Tachus Fiber Internet. For 2027 Presenting consideration, submit the intake form and select “Presenting.”
Email: info@thelivableforest.com
© The Livable Forest • Audience stats updated January 2026. Deliverables, inventory, and scheduling are subject to lane protection rules and seasonal availability.