Houston’s hyperlocal “third home” — where attention feels earned, not chased.
The Livable Forest® is where Greater Houston goes to see what’s opening, what’s worth it, and what’s actually happening —
without waiting on an algorithm to decide if your post deserves to be seen.
Our sponsorships are built like a premium neighborhood property: protected lanes, consistent visibility, and direct distribution across app, email, social, guides, print, and real-life events.
Audience & Distribution
Luxury partnerships don’t rely on hope. They rely on consistent, repeatable placement where your audience actually shows up.
*In-app notifications appear inside the app. Push notification delivery depends on device settings, but the in-app notification badge is visible to all users when they log in.
- ✦In-app brand page + featured newsfeed placements
- ✦Push notifications (optional device-enabled) + in-app notifications (always visible in-app)
- ✦Email features + curated roundups
- ✦Social amplification (Livable Forest channels)
- ✦Seasonal Guides (shopping, food, holiday, family fun)
- ✦Print + digital in Catch These Vibes
- ✦On-site visibility at markets + activations
What counts as a deliverable (definitions)
Push notification: a scheduled push (where enabled) plus the matching in-app notification entry.
Newsletter feature: a dedicated placement with your brand name/logo, copy, and one primary link.
Social feature: a scheduled post on Livable Forest channels (format varies by calendar: feed post, reel, or story sequence).
Guide placement: inclusion in relevant guide sections with your name/logo and CTA.
Magazine placement: print + digital edition placement as specified in your tier.
Recent Reach Examples
These numbers come from each post’s insights panel. They are not public-facing, but can be pulled 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-performing placements)
- ✦End-of-season recap for Seasonal Sponsors
- ✦Campaign recap for Billboard Bursts
We report what matters: visibility, engagement, and traffic to your offer/page.
The Partnership Ladder
Premium lanes are limited and protected. Deliverables below are the 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 enforced across all paid placements and sponsorship levels. No direct competitors at any level (Category, Official, Seasonal, Event, or paid placements).
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 + pinned 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 + recap mentions during major campaigns.
Premium placement across seasonal guides where relevant (Holiday, Food, Family Fun, Shopping).
Full-page feature each season (4) with “Presented by” positioning.
Brand presence at key Livable Forest events (banner/table placement + on-site callouts).
Direct sponsor group inside the app for fast approvals, asset handoffs, and scheduling.
Protected lane for the full year. Any 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. Event inventory varies by season; Presenting receives priority placement where available.
Category Sponsors receive category 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] Sponsor” positioning across the ecosystem where relevant.
Bi-weekly notifications (26) with priority scheduling inside your category lane.
Dedicated newsletter feature quarterly (4) + inclusion in roundups.
Monthly social feature (12) across Livable Forest channels as scheduled.
Category placement in guides where relevant (with protected lane priority).
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 sponsor placement at select events + emcee mention where applicable (inventory-based).
Category Sponsors receive monthly reporting snapshots and priority placement windows when inventory is limited.
Official Partners cannot compete with Presenting or Category Sponsors.
Dedicated in-app page with story, links, offer, and contact info.
Monthly notifications (12) linking directly 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 within the same 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 for your season (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 sponsor group for quick submissions, edits, and scheduling.
- ✦Top placements + link clicks
- ✦Best-performing copy/creative notes
- ✦Recommendations for your next season
Event Sponsorships
Affordable single-event visibility with premium guardrails. Event sponsors cannot compete with any higher sponsor lane.
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
- ✦This is a 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 to put your brand in front of 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 broader “halo” zone for wider city visibility.
Billboard bursts can be paired with an Event Sponsorship or Seasonal Sponsorship for a full “digital + real-life” activation.
Perks Program (Free for Businesses)
Businesses join for free. Your “investment” is the perk you offer to members — and we spotlight you where it makes sense.
- ✦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.
All 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 the non-compete rules.
Activation includes (but is not limited to): onboarding, brand page setup, scheduling posts or notifications, copy/design work, reserving magazine or guide placement, booth assignment, or any 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 Sponsor’s lane, the Category Sponsor receives the first opportunity to upgrade within a defined response window. If declined, Sponsor 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 who 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 sponsor lanes above
Public Service Partners are separate from “Official Partnerships.” We keep messaging factual, nonpartisan, and community-first.
Start a Partnership
Tell us your category, goal, and timeframe. If your lane is protected above, we’ll flag it immediately.
2026 is taken by Tachus Fiber Internet. If you want 2027 Presenting consideration, submit the intake form and select “Presenting.”
Email: info@thelivableforest.com
© The Livable Forest • Audience stats updated December 2025. Deliverables, inventory, and scheduling are subject to lane protection rules and seasonal availability.