Premier International Youth Events & Social Enterprise Competition

BlastBeat v2: Where Innovation meets inspiration for sustainable living

Empowering Young Entrepreneurs and Creators

Join student entrepreneurs and creators from schools as they showcase their innovative businesses and artistic or sport talents. The BlastBeat Competitions are the premier platform for youth to demonstrate their impact on employability, life skills, mental health social entrepreneurship, financial & digital literacy, climate awareness / action and community engagement through the Blastbeat V2 programme

Trusted by Global Leaders

BlastBeat is an award winning initiative that has secured major corporate sponsorships and operated in 11 countries with government partnerships in its original analogue format.


Now relaunching on a digital first platform with a purpose built app we can scale across Africa and Worldwide.


Our collaborations with industry leaders empower youth through music, arts, sports and social entrepreneurship to create positive social impact and climate action. Together, we are shaping a sustainable future for the next generation.

Endorsed and Supported by Trusted Brands over two decades.

This Isn't Just an Event. It's a Movement.

Empowering Youth Through Positive Sustainable Action

Over a 20 years journey, BlastBeat has helped transform how young people from all over the world, see themselves.


Over 360,000+ students learned they don't need permission to be impactful entrepreneurs.


Through Blastbeat v2, they form Event Social Enterprise,14-role based mini-companies planning real public entertainments events, managing real money.


25% of their profits fund climate action. The National Finals in each country celebrate Youth Empowerment through a culmination of competitors from schools reaching massive audiences. Your sponsorship declares: "We believe in and what to celebrate our youth."

Join the Movement

Support the next generation of leaders and innovators as they tackle real-world challenges through creativity and entrepreneurship.

HEAR FROM PAST SUPPORTERS OF BLASTBEAT

Booz & Co VP talking about the Blastbeat Corporate Mentoring Initiative.

UK Government Partner Testimonial

Testimonial from the Superintendent of Schools USA

Los Angeles students feedback on Blastbeat

Empowering Youth Through Music and Action

360,000+

Students Reached Globally

11

Proven Successfully in 11 countries

5,000+

National Finals Expected Live Attendees

850+

Student Competitors

Sponsorship going forward: 2026-2027

1

The Competition

200 teams from 100+ schools compete in music, dance, sports, business pitches, climate projects. Regional and National finals lead to grand showcase.

2

The Audience

Youth audience, parents, families, educators, community leaders and media. Your future customers, positive context.

3

The Impact

Professional video, global social impressions, testimonials, ESG, CSR / HR and PR outcomes, long-term partnership foundation.

Empowering Youth Through ENTREPRENEURSHIP, Creativity and climate aciton

Blastbeat V2: A New Era of Sustainable Youth Empowerment

Blastbeat V2 is set to inspire and empower 12 teams from schools across the West and East Cape, showcasing their talents in music, dance, spoken word, business pitches, and climate projects. The journey culminates in a grand national showcase, celebrating creativity and innovation.

12

Teams from schools in the West and East Cape participating in the Blastbeat V2 pilot.

360,000+

Students positively impacted by Blastbeat's initiatives worldwide.

10 million

Youth engaged by 2030 through innovative educational programs.

Become a Community Champion

Join us as a Gold Sponsor from a R100000 or €5000. Enjoy logo placement in printed materials and digital platforms, social media mentions, partner with 1 school, and recognition in our impact report. Plus, receive 6 VIP tickets and the option for a booth at our events!

Elevate Your Impact with Premium Partnership

As a Platinum Sponsor, priced at R500,000 or €25,000.  you’ll gain distributed logo visibility, a VIP table, 10 VIP tickets, partner with 3 schools, and a dedicated booth. Enjoy video/photo rights, a social campaign, and a detailed impact report. Recommended for maximum exposure!

Be a Founding Partner

Secure your place as the Presenting Headline Partner for the project cost of R3 Million or about  €150,000 . This includes headline or naming rights, stage backdrop visibility, premium VIP access, 20 VIP tickets, partner with 12 schools, and custom video opportunities. Benefit from media support and a multi-year option for sustained impact.

Empower Youth Through Music and Action

Sponsor Benefits Included

Explore the exclusive benefits that come with sponsoring BlastBeat events, designed to maximize your brand's impact and engagement.

Brand Visibility

Logo placement on stage, banners, and all materials, along with verbal acknowledgments and signage.

Customer Access

Prime booth location with access to students and families, plus opportunities for product demos and giveaways.

Social Media

Engage in a pre-event campaign for 4+ weeks, event day coverage, and post-event clips, reaching over 50,000+ impressions across platforms.

Event Video

Receive a professionally filmed video of the entire event in 4K quality with unlimited usage rights.

Custom Video

A 2-3 minute branded video featuring student testimonials, ready for your social media and website.

Photography

High-resolution images from the event with all usage rights included.

Award Opportunity

Present awards on stage with photo opportunities alongside winners, enhancing your brand's community presence.

CSR & Partnership

Receive an impact report detailing attendance, social analytics, and customer data, aligned with UN ESGs, SDGs.

Why Sponsor BlastBeat?

Global brands sponsor us because it works. Coca-Cola, Barclays, AIB, Mr Prices and others know youth development isn't charity, it's smart business.


You get direct access to your current and future customers in a positive context where your brand is champion. Professional marketing content of great worth.


Authentic goodwill translating to loyalty. Beyond business: 25% of profits fund climate action. Students learn digital and financial literacy, business and life skills, see themselves as entrepreneurs, creators and more. This is measurable Authentic Impact.

Empower the Future

Common Questions

  • What happens if we sponsor? What will the event look like?

    • Enjoy an on-site booth, VIP seating, and exclusive video content, culminating in an award presentation.
    • Student competitors across multiple stages showcasing their creative and entrepreneurial talents. 
    • Experience a business pitch and a creatives competition with a climate actions showcase, attracting thousands of attendees including families, educators, sponsors and community members. 
    • Your brand will be prominently featured throughout the event, with profaessional videography and live streaming. 

  • How does sponsoring an educational event help my business?

    • Sponsoring this event offers direct customer acquisition opportunities in a very positive context. 
    • It positions your brand as a champion of sustainability in youth development and more, generating authentic goodwill and 50,000+ social impressions. 
    • You'll receive professional video content valued, along with photos, testimonials and case studies. 
    • This sponsorship fosters long-term loyalty and brand awareness as students and spectators remember their supporters and family relationships often follow, aligning your CSR, ESG, HR, PR and Climate Action efforts with the UN SDGs.

  • Can we customize sponsorship?

    • Yes. We offer flexible sponsorship packages tailored to meet your specific needs and objectives. 
    • Whether you want to enhance your brand visibility or engage with the community directly in unique ways, we can work together to create a sponsorship experience that aligns with your goals.

  • What types of sponsorship opportunities are available?

    • We provide a variety of sponsorship opportunities, including multiple event sponsorship and community engagement initiatives. 
    • Each option is designed hand-in-hand to maximize your brand's exposure and impact while supporting our mission to empower youth through music and entrepreneurship.
    • First option is available for all future events.
Empower the Next Generation

Ready to champion our young people?

Let's talk about the right sponsorship package for your brand. Choose how you'd like to connect with us!