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. Partnerships are built like premium neighborhood real estate: protected lanes, repeat visibility, and direct placement across app, email, social, guides, print, and real-life activations.
Audience & Distribution
Predictable, curated placement. Clear deliverables. Protected lanes.
*In-app notifications are visible to every logged-in user. Push delivery depends on device settings.
- ✦In-app brand page plus featured newsfeed placement
- ✦Push notifications (where enabled) plus in-app notifications (always visible)
- ✦Email features plus curated roundups
- ✦Social amplification across Livable Forest channels
- ✦Seasonal Guides (food, shopping, holidays, family, local life)
- ✦Print + digital in Catch These Vibes
- ✦On-site visibility at markets and activations
Deliverable definitions (no fluff)
Push notification: scheduled push (where enabled) plus matching in-app notification.
Newsletter feature: dedicated placement with logo, 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 tier.
Facebook-Only Amplification
For brands who want a clean, high-performing push without buying an annual lane.
This is Facebook amplification only. No app placement, no email, no guides, no print, no event inventory. If you want ecosystem-wide placement, choose a tier below.
One per week. Livable Forest voice. One clear CTA.
Link + “what to do next” so people convert, not just like.
Shared into relevant groups when it fits (not spammed everywhere).
End of 4 weeks: top post + basic engagement snapshot.
What you provide
Your offer, your link, 2–4 photos (or short video), and any timing constraints. We handle the copy and placement.
THE HUNT Sponsorship
Not an ad. A seasonal community activation designed to get Lake Houston moving.
THE HUNT is a seasonal, app-powered scavenger activation. Players find clue cards in the community, race to the pickup hub, and claim the prize through a verified QR claim flow. Claims post live in the Hunt group, so the community sees movement in real time.
The Presenting Partner covers the full year and owns the top lane. THE HUNT Sponsor covers one season and sponsors what the activation does for the community. This is a seasonal moment, not year naming rights, not category ownership, and not a bypass lane.
What a sponsor is buying
Cultural relevance, foot traffic, real community goodwill, and repeated visibility tied to excitement. This is a clean way for brands to be seen without needing constant weekly posting.
Approx. $3,000 total prize value (headline items, not low-value giveaways).
Custom seasonal bags with Livable Forest + sponsor inserts. First come, first served.
Up to 50 bonus swag redemptions at the pickup hub. Verified by showing the app + Member Card.
Credited on the Hunt announcement, in-app posts, and the wrap-up recap.
Sponsor naming on Hunt creative for the season (clean design, not cluttered).
End-of-hunt recap: claimed timeline, engagement highlights, and what hit.
Optional add-ons (inventory-based)
On-site sponsor presence at the pickup hub (table or staffed moment), plus a dedicated sponsor post in the Livable Forest feed. Add-ons are curated to protect the community experience.
Note: THE HUNT sponsor role does not include category exclusivity, year naming rights, or Presenting tier benefits. Protected lane rules apply.
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 →- ✦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. What you’re buying is listed plainly, by tier.
- ✦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, plus priority around seasonal drops.
Weekly notifications (52) with priority time slots around major moments.
Monthly dedicated feature (12) + inclusion in seasonal roundups.
Monthly feature posts + priority tagging and recap mentions.
Premium placement in relevant guides (holiday, food, family fun, shopping).
Full-page feature each season (4) with presenting positioning.
Brand presence at key events (inventory-based) + on-site callouts when applicable.
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 • Forester Crawl • seasonal drops and guide launches.
Category Partners receive protection across all lower levels. If a Presenting inquiry arrives in your lane, you get 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 feature quarterly (4) + inclusion in roundups.
Monthly feature posts (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 editorial value.
Enhanced in-app page with pinned seasonal promo blocks (inventory-based).
On-site partner placement at select events + emcee mention where applicable.
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) + roundup inclusion.
Quarterly 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 feature (3) + roundup inclusion as relevant.
Monthly social post (3) across Livable Forest channels.
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 partner group for quick submissions, edits, and scheduling.
- ✦Top placements + link clicks
- ✦Best-performing copy and 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, Seasonal, or Activation Sponsor roles. If a lane is protected above, we will decline or reroute the request.
Event universe (examples)
Seasonal markets • BOOFEST • Forester Crawl • community activations. Inventory varies by event and season.
Community Supporter ($200)
- ✦Name or logo listed on sponsor list
- ✦1 thank-you shoutout (in-app or social)
- ✦On-site thank-you mention where applicable
- ✦No booth space included
Event Spotlight ($500)
- ✦Includes 1 booth space
- ✦Logo on 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, trackable.
- ✦2-week digital flight across curated screens (trade-area focused)
- ✦Smart scheduling around peak traffic patterns
- ✦Campaign setup + monitoring
- ✦End-of-campaign recap (when available)
Local Burst from $2,800
Focused in one trade area (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 pair well with a Seasonal Partnership or a Hunt activation for a full digital + real-life moment.
Perks Program (Free for Businesses)
Businesses join for free. The investment is the perk you offer. We spotlight you where it fits.
- ✦Listing on the in-app Perks Map and Directory
- ✦Occasional editorial mentions + roundups
- ✦Direct visibility with members
- ✦$10 one-time bonus for each new paid membership 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 lane hierarchy and non-compete rules.
Activation includes onboarding, brand page setup, scheduling, copy and design work, reserving magazine or 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 or make-goods may apply)
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 to $150 admin fee
Placement note: Scheduling is curated to protect the community experience. We prioritize relevance, timing, and brand fit.
Start a Partnership
Share your category, goal, and timeframe. If your lane is protected above, we 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.