Partners & Funders Β· TOM Enterprise Β· Tempe, AZ

Build the Movement
With Us.

TOM Enterprise doesn't grow alone. We grow through organizations, funders, and community leaders who believe creative entrepreneurs deserve access to the same infrastructure that well-resourced founders take for granted. If that's you β€” let's talk.

πŸ›501(c)(3) Nonprofit Β· EIN 42-1915663
🀝Community-First Partnerships
πŸ’°Tax-Deductible Contributions
πŸ“ŠMeasurable Social Impact
$12.50 Social Return
Per $1 Invested
25+ Founders Served
Year 1 Target
75% Founders Launch or
Advance in 12 Months
AZ+ Statewide Reach
Tempe HQ
Why Partner with TOM

Your Brand on the Right Side of Legacy.

TOM Enterprise sits at the intersection of creative culture, economic equity, and community development in Arizona. Partnering with TOM means your organization's name is attached to tangible outcomes β€” real founders building real businesses with real impact.

We don't do logo placement as impact. Every partner relationship at TOM is structured around mutual benefit, measurable outcomes, and shared values. If your organization believes in access, creative excellence, and financial literacy β€” this is where you belong.

All corporate partnerships and grant agreements are reviewed and signed by Tralynn Obryan McCullar, Executive Director. TOM does not accept funding that conflicts with our mission or requires editorial influence over program content.

Mission-Aligned Visibility

Named recognition across TOM's digital platforms, program materials, Demo Day events, and social channels β€” connected to a mission your audience respects.

Measurable Impact Reports

All partners receive quarterly or annual impact reports documenting outcomes: founders served, businesses launched, revenue generated, and community reach.

Direct Community Access

TOM's cohort founders are Arizona's next generation of creative business owners. Partners gain authentic relationships with a high-intent, high-potential audience.

Tax-Deductible Contributions

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all qualifying corporate contributions to TOM Enterprise are tax-deductible. We provide full documentation for your accounting and compliance needs.

Demo Day Presence

Presenting sponsors have a named role at TOM's flagship Demo Day events β€” the live pitch competition where cohort founders present to investors, press, and community leaders.

Legacy-Level Association

The organizations that show up before a movement reaches scale are remembered forever. Founding partners help shape TOM's trajectory β€” and own that story.

Partnership Levels

Choose Your Level of Impact.

All partnership tiers include impact reporting, named recognition, and direct relationship with TOM's team. Custom packages are available β€” contact us to discuss.

Community Partner Bronze $500 – $1,499 / year
Logo on TOM website Partner page
Named in program materials
Annual impact report
Social media recognition post
2 Demo Day guest tickets
Become a Community Partner β†’
Supporting Partner Silver $1,500 – $4,999 / year
All Bronze benefits
Named cohort session sponsor
Quarterly impact reports
4 Demo Day guest tickets
Co-branded workshop opportunity
1 scholarship seat funded
Become a Supporting Partner β†’
Founding Partner Β· $15,000+ / year

Become a Founding Partner

The highest level of partnership with TOM Enterprise. Founding Partners co-create the infrastructure of TOM's growth β€” named in perpetuity across all platforms, invited into strategic planning conversations, and recognized as architects of Arizona's creative economy. Fully custom package. Contact us directly.

Discuss Founding Partnership β†’
Who Partners with TOM

Every Type of Aligned Organization.

TOM actively seeks relationships across four categories. If your organization fits any of these, there is a path for us to build together.

Corporate Corporate Sponsors

Arizona-based businesses and national brands with community investment goals, DEI initiatives, or CSR commitments aligned with creative entrepreneurship.

Explore corporate partnership β†’
Foundations & Grants Grant Funders

Private foundations, community foundations, and public grant programs focused on economic mobility, arts and culture, small business development, or workforce equity.

Discuss grant opportunities β†’
Education & Civic Schools & Civic Orgs

Universities, community colleges, libraries, city programs, and civic organizations that want to bring TOM's financial literacy workshops or youth programs to their communities.

Bring TOM to your community β†’
Community & Nonprofit Aligned Nonprofits

Community organizations, arts nonprofits, business incubators, and advocacy groups that serve overlapping populations and want to build referral or co-program relationships.

Explore community partnership β†’
Current Partners & Funders

The Organizations Building with TOM.

These are the partners who showed up early. Their investment makes scholarship seats, workshop access, and program delivery possible.

Founding Partner
Your org here
Gold Partner
Your org here
Silver Partner
Your org here
Community Partner
Your org here
Grant Funder
Your org here
Community Partner
Your org here
Civic Partner
Your org here
Aligned Nonprofit
Your org here

Partner wall updated within 5 business days of agreement signing. To update your listing or add a logo, contact tralynnm@tomenterprise.org.

Partner & Funder Inquiry Β· TOM Enterprise

Start the Conversation

Tell us about your organization and what kind of partnership you're exploring. Tralynn responds personally within 2 business days.

Required.
Required.
A valid email is required.
Required.
Please tell us about your organization.

Tralynn responds personally within 2 business days. This form submits to TOM's HubSpot CRM. No data is sold.

Direct Contact

Reach Tralynn Directly

For time-sensitive partnership discussions, major grant inquiries, or founding partner conversations.

tralynnm@tomenterprise.org β†’
Partnership Process
Submit Inquiry Complete the form β€” takes about 5 minutes.
Tralynn Reviews Personal response within 2 business days.
Alignment Call 30-minute call to discuss fit, goals, and structure.
Partnership Agreement Custom agreement drafted, reviewed, and signed.
Onboarded & Live Logo placed, recognition active, reporting begins.
Grant & Foundation Info

For Grant Writers

TOM Enterprise is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 42-1915663) with a clear theory of change, measurable outcomes, and a founder who will respond promptly to LOI requests, site visits, and reporting requirements.

Request nonprofit documentation β†’

Ready to move faster? Book a direct conversation with Tralynn or explore TOM's programs to understand what your investment funds.

Book a Partnership Call β†’ Explore TOM Programs Individual Donation β†’
Legacy Starts Now

The Right Organizations Show Up Early.

TOM Enterprise is building something that will be part of Arizona's creative economy for decades. The partners who show up now are the ones history remembers. Let's build together.