Request for Proposal (RFP)
Christ Strong Festival 2027
Festival Production, Operations, and Event Services
Table of Contents
1. Purpose of this RFP
Background, Objectives, and Procurement Intent
2. Procurement Summary
At-a-Glance Project Overview
3. Scope of Opportunity
Full List of Service Categories
4. Current Procurement Priorities
Priority Categories for 2027
5. Desired Vendor Qualifications
Baseline Requirements for Respondents
6. Proposal Submission Requirements
Required Components & Format
7. Questions & Clarifications
Submission Process & Official Communications
8. Evaluation Criteria
Weighted Scoring Framework
9. Procurement Timeline
Key Dates and Milestones
10. Why Partner With Christ Strong
The Case for Partnership
11. Contact & Submission Information
Where and How to Submit
12. The Opportunity
A Regional Revival Movement
13. Our Mission & Vision
Purpose, Values, and Long-Term Goals
14. Foundation Commitment
$500K Commitment & Budget Guidance
15. The Festival
Format, Site, and Experience Overview
16. Project Objectives
Goals Guiding Vendor Selection & Performance
17. The Venue
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, Reno NV
18. Music & Programming
Stages, Target Artist Categories, Schedule
19. Faith Experiences
Prayer Village, Baptism Pavilion, Speakers
20. Family & Community
Adventure Zone, Operation Hope
21. Operations
Framework, Security, Medical
22. Partnerships
Church, Media, University, Community
23. Funding Model & Financial Context
Budget Range & Vendor Guidance
24. Timeline
Road to September 2027
25. Long-Term Vision
From Festival to Annual Institution
26. Success Metrics
How We Define Success
Purpose of this RFP
Christ Strong Foundation is seeking qualified event production partners, vendors, agencies, contractors, and service providers to assist in the planning, execution, and operation of Christ Strong Festival 2027.
The purpose of this RFP is to identify experienced organizations capable of delivering services that support a large-scale faith-based festival with projected attendance between 10,000 and 20,000 guests.
Respondents may submit proposals for individual service categories or for integrated turnkey solutions.
About Christ Strong Foundation
Christ Strong Foundation is a faith-based nonprofit organization committed to producing large-scale events that inspire spiritual renewal, strengthen communities, and demonstrate the power of unified worship. Christ Strong Festival 2027 represents the Foundation's flagship initiative — a two-day outdoor festival planned for Q3 2027 at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park in Reno, Nevada.
RFP Objectives
- Identify qualified vendors and production partners
- Establish a competitive and transparent procurement process
- Evaluate proposals based on experience, capability, and value
- Select partners aligned with the mission and operational standards of Christ Strong Festival
- Build a vendor ecosystem capable of delivering a world-class event experience
At-a-Glance Project Overview
Procurement Summary
Christ Strong Festival 2027 — key project parameters for prospective respondents.
Procurement Categories
This summary is provided for quick reference. Respondents should review the full RFP document before preparing a proposal.
Scope of Opportunity
Christ Strong Festival expects to engage partners in the following service areas. Vendors may propose services in one or multiple categories. Integrated turnkey proposals covering multiple service areas are welcome and encouraged.
Festival Production
Stage Design & Construction
Audio / Visual Production
Lighting & Special Effects
Event Management
Security Services
Medical Services
Traffic & Parking Management
Temporary Infrastructure
Site Operations
Vendor Management
Food & Beverage Operations
Volunteer Coordination
Vendor & Exhibitor Management
Marketing & Promotion
Ticketing Systems
Crowd Management
Sanitation Services
Power Distribution
Communications Systems
Risk Management
Vendors may propose services in one or multiple categories. Integrated proposals covering multiple service areas are welcome.
Current Procurement Priorities
While Christ Strong Festival welcomes proposals across all service categories, the Foundation is currently prioritizing conversations and proposals in the following areas. Organizations with demonstrated capability in one or more of these categories are strongly encouraged to submit.
Lead Festival Production Partner
Stage Production & Rigging
Audio, Lighting & Video Production
Event Operations Management
Security & Crowd Management
Medical & Emergency Services
Traffic & Parking Management
Temporary Power Distribution
Fencing, Barricades & Site Infrastructure
Portable Sanitation Services
Ticketing & Access Control
Vendor & Exhibitor Management
Respondents may submit proposals for a single category or for integrated turnkey solutions spanning multiple service areas.
Desired Vendor Qualifications
Christ Strong Foundation is committed to selecting partners who bring demonstrated experience, operational integrity, and the capacity to perform at the scale required by a large-scale public event. All respondents are expected to meet the following baseline qualifications.
1. Event Scale Experience
Experience producing or supporting events with 5,000 or more attendees.
2. Municipal & Public Venue Experience
Demonstrated experience working with municipalities, public parks, and government-managed venues.
3. Safety & Operational Record
Proven safety record with documented incident response protocols and operational procedures.
4. References Available
Ability to provide a minimum of three verifiable professional references from comparable events.
5. Financial Stability
Demonstrated financial stability sufficient to fulfill contractual obligations through project completion.
6. Multi-Stakeholder Coordination
Experience coordinating across multiple vendors, contractors, and organizational stakeholders simultaneously.
7. Insurance & Licensing
Current insurance coverage and all applicable licenses as required by law and venue requirements.
8. Faith-Based Environment Alignment
Ability and willingness to operate within the values, culture, and standards of a faith-based event environment.
Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection. Christ Strong Foundation reserves the right to apply additional criteria during the evaluation process.
Proposal Submission Requirements
All proposals submitted in response to this RFP must include the following components. Incomplete submissions may be disqualified from consideration. Proposals should be submitted in PDF format unless otherwise specified.
Company Overview
A brief description of your organization, including founding date, size, structure, and primary areas of expertise.
Relevant Experience
A summary of comparable events your organization has supported, including event name, date, location, attendance, and your role.
Project Team
Identification of key personnel who would be assigned to this engagement, including titles, relevant experience, and availability.
References
A minimum of three professional references from comparable events, including contact name, organization, phone, and email.
Proposed Scope
A detailed description of the services you are proposing to provide, including deliverables, timelines, and any assumptions.
Timeline
A proposed project timeline from contract execution through event completion, including key milestones.
Budget Estimate
A detailed cost proposal, including line-item pricing, payment schedule preferences, and any contingency assumptions.
Insurance Coverage
Documentation or description of current insurance coverage, including general liability, workers' compensation, and any event-specific policies.
Unique Capabilities
A description of any proprietary systems, technologies, methodologies, or capabilities that differentiate your organization.
Optional Value-Added Services
Any additional services, enhancements, or partnership opportunities your organization wishes to propose beyond the stated scope.
Christ Strong Foundation reserves the right to request additional information from any respondent during the evaluation process.
Questions & Clarifications
To ensure fairness and consistency throughout the procurement process, all requests for clarification or additional information must follow the process outlined below. Christ Strong Foundation is committed to providing equal access to information for all participating respondents.
Submit Questions in Writing
All questions must be submitted in writing via email to the designated Questions Contact listed in the Contact & Submission Information section of this document.
Observe the Questions Deadline
Questions must be received by the published Questions Due date. Questions submitted after this date may not receive a response.
Responses Distributed to All Respondents
To maintain fairness, responses to submitted questions may be consolidated and distributed in writing to all participating respondents. Individual responses will not be provided.
No Verbal Modifications
Verbal conversations, meetings, or phone calls shall not be considered official modifications to this RFP. Only written communications issued by Christ Strong Foundation carry official weight.
Formal Changes via Written Addenda
Any formal changes to the scope, requirements, or timeline of this RFP will be issued through written addenda. Respondents are responsible for incorporating all addenda into their proposals.
Christ Strong Foundation reserves the right to issue addenda at any time prior to the proposal submission deadline. All registered respondents will be notified of any addenda via the contact information provided at submission.
Evaluation Criteria
All proposals will be reviewed and scored by a designated evaluation committee assembled by Christ Strong Foundation. Proposals will be assessed across the following weighted criteria.
Christ Strong Foundation reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal, in whole or in part, for any reason. The Foundation is not obligated to select the lowest-cost proposal and may negotiate with one or more respondents prior to final selection. Submission of a proposal does not guarantee a contract award.
Procurement Timeline
The following timeline outlines the key milestones for this procurement process. All dates are subject to change at the discretion of Christ Strong Foundation. Respondents will be notified of any material changes via the contact information provided at submission.
RFP Released — June 18, 2026
This RFP is formally issued and made available to prospective vendors and partners.
Questions Due — July 17, 2026
All written questions from respondents must be submitted by this date.
Responses to Questions Issued — July 24, 2026
Christ Strong Foundation will issue written responses to all submitted questions.
Proposal Deadline — July 31, 2026
All proposals must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific Time on this date. Late submissions will not be considered.
Vendor Interviews — August 2026
Shortlisted respondents may be invited to participate in interviews or presentations.
Selection Announcement — September 2026
Christ Strong Foundation will notify all respondents of selection decisions.
Contract Negotiation — October 2026
Selected vendors will enter contract negotiation with Christ Strong Foundation.
Project Kickoff — October 2026
Contracted vendors will begin formal engagement and project planning.
All timeline dates are planning estimates and subject to revision. Respondents will be notified of any changes via official communication channels.
The Opportunity
More Than a Concert. A Regional Revival Movement.
Christ Strong Festival 2027 is a carefully designed, large-scale gathering that harnesses world-class music, authentic faith experiences, and community engagement to create transformational moments extending far beyond a single weekend.
At a time when communities are searching for connection, meaning, and hope, Christ Strong Festival offers something rare — a space where thousands of people from all walks of life can encounter faith, celebrate together, and leave genuinely changed.
The festival spans a Friday Evening Launch Event and a Saturday Full Festival Day, featuring two main stages, Church in the Park, Prayer Village, Baptism Pavilion, Family Adventure Zone, Food Truck Village, Vendor Marketplace, VIP Experience, and Operation Honor — designed to serve the whole community while maintaining a spiritually centered experience.
The Vision in Numbers
Minimum Attendance
Target Attendance
Maximum Capacity
Our Mission
To unite people through music, faith, service, and community — while creating opportunities for spiritual transformation and lasting regional impact.
Our Vision
The Premier Faith-Based Festival in the Western United States
Christ Strong Festival is built to become a landmark annual event — one that draws thousands of attendees, inspires spiritual renewal, and establishes Reno, Nevada as the home of the most significant faith-driven gathering in the West.
Spiritual Renewal
A catalyst for genuine transformation in the lives of individuals, families, and communities across the region.
Community Engagement
Meaningful connection between faith communities, civic leaders, organizations, and the broader public.
Cultural Influence
Establishing a faith-forward event that shapes the cultural conversation in Northern Nevada and beyond.
Foundation Commitment
A Statement of Confidence and Commitment
Christ Strong Foundation has committed an initial $500,000 toward the planning and launch of Christ Strong Festival 2027. This foundational investment reflects the seriousness of purpose, the depth of organizational commitment, and the confidence that this event is planned to become a lasting institution in the Western United States.
1. $500,000 Initial Commitment
Christ Strong Foundation has committed $500,000 in seed funding to cover early-stage planning, site development, artist engagement, and operational infrastructure.
2. Diversified Funding Strategy
Additional funding is anticipated to be secured through sponsorships, church partnerships, ticket sales, donations, and strategic supporters — creating a multi-channel financial foundation.
3. Built for Sustainability
The financial model is designed to support a self-sustaining annual event — one that is expected to grow in scale, impact, and community investment year over year.
Chapter 1
The Festival
Experience, atmosphere, and the full scope of what Christ Strong Festival 2027 delivers.
Event Overview
Friday Evening Launch Event
Gates are planned to open with a launch worship experience, food truck village, VIP experience, and a high-energy festival kickoff.
Saturday Morning
Current planning includes Church in the Park, prayer village, worship gathering, testimonies, and ministry moments across the grounds.
Saturday Afternoon
Programming is anticipated to include two main stages, baptism pavilion, family adventure zone, vendor marketplace, and Operation Honor activations.
Saturday Evening Full Festival Day
The closing session is planned to include a worship celebration, headline performances, altar experience, and final festival send-off.
Site Features
Current planning is anticipated to include the following site activations:
- Two Main Stages
- Church in the Park
- Prayer Village
- Baptism Pavilion
- Family Adventure Zone
- Food Truck Village
- Vendor Marketplace
- VIP Experience
- Operation Honor
Project Objectives
Christ Strong Festival is seeking partners capable of helping deliver a safe, inspiring, financially sustainable, and scalable event experience that can become a lasting annual institution in Northern Nevada. The following objectives will guide vendor selection, contract development, and performance evaluation throughout the life of this project.
Deliver a Safe & Secure Guest Experience
Ensure the physical safety and wellbeing of all attendees, artists, staff, and volunteers through rigorous planning and professional execution.
Successfully Accommodate 10,000–20,000 Attendees
Design and execute all operational systems — ingress, egress, site flow, and capacity management — to support projected attendance ranges.
Create a High-Quality Production Environment
Deliver a production standard consistent with nationally recognized large-scale events, across all stages, audio, lighting, and visual systems.
Support Meaningful Faith-Based Experiences
Ensure all operational decisions respect and reinforce the spiritual mission and values of Christ Strong Festival.
Provide an Exceptional Sponsor & Vendor Experience
Execute sponsorship activations and vendor operations with professionalism, reliability, and attention to partner commitments.
Build Positive Community & Church Relationships
Operate in a manner that strengthens relationships with local congregations, civic organizations, and the broader Reno community.
Establish Scalable Operational Systems
Develop infrastructure, processes, and documentation capable of supporting a growing annual event beyond the 2027 inaugural year.
Create a Financially Sustainable Model
Execute within budget parameters that support long-term event viability and demonstrate responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
Who Attends Christ Strong Festival
Our audience is broad, inclusive, and deeply representative of the communities we serve. Christ Strong Festival is designed to welcome everyone — from lifelong believers to those simply curious about faith.
Families
Parents and children looking for a safe, inspiring shared experience rooted in positive values.
Young Adults & Students
College students and young professionals seeking community, purpose, and authentic faith expression.
Church Communities
Congregations from across the region engaging together beyond the walls of Sunday service.
Music Fans
Fans of Christian contemporary, country, rap, and EDM drawn by world-class performances.
Faith Explorers
People open to spiritual discovery — welcomed without pressure in an authentic, joyful environment.
Community-Minded
Volunteers, civic leaders, and service-oriented individuals committed to making a difference.
Chapter 2
The Venue
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, Reno, Nevada — an iconic outdoor canvas built for a gathering of this scale.
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
Located in the heart of Reno, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park offers over 580 acres of open green space, established infrastructure, and civic familiarity — making it the ideal home for Christ Strong Festival 2027. The park has hosted large-scale public events and provides the accessibility, capacity, and natural beauty required for a festival of this ambition.
- Minutes from downtown Reno, I-80, and major transportation corridors
- Multiple open fields suitable for staging, programming, and crowd flow
- Established utility infrastructure and city operational support
- Strong civic and community event history
580+ Acres
Available green space for staging, programming, and crowd management
Central Location
Minutes from I-80, downtown hotels, and regional transportation hubs
Civic Infrastructure
Proven event capacity with city partnership and operational support
Festival Site Layout
Every square foot of Christ Strong Festival is intentionally designed — from the moment guests arrive to the moment they leave, the site experience reinforces the event's mission and atmosphere.
Chapter 3
Music & Programming
A Full Spectrum of Christian Music
Christ Strong Festival 2027 is designed to reach every musical taste within the Christian space — ensuring a diverse and inclusive experience for all attendees. Current planning includes a curated and dynamic lineup intended to create a unified worship experience that transcends genre.
Christian Contemporary
High-energy worship leaders and CCM artists are expected to anchor the festival's spiritual heartbeat — target artist categories include those in the tradition of Brandon Lake, Tauren Wells, and Crowder.
Christian Country
Faith-driven country artists bridging the gap between Nashville culture and the church are anticipated to include voices in the tradition of Anne Wilson and Forrest Frank, resonating with broad audiences.
Christian Rap & Hip Hop
Powerful voices from the Christian hip-hop world are anticipated to include artists in the tradition of Lecrae, KB, and Hulvey — bringing raw authenticity and gospel truth to younger audiences.
Christian EDM & Worship
A high-energy Friday night closing experience is planned to be anchored by artists in the tradition of Rave Jesus and worship-driven electronic acts, targeting the youth and young adult audience.
Friday Night: Launch Experience
Friday Evening Schedule
Gates Open
Food truck village, vendor marketplace, and ministry partner area open for exploration
Regional Artists
Local and regional talent is anticipated to warm the stage and welcome the crowd
National Performances
National Christian artists are expected to build momentum toward the evening's peak
Inspirational Speaker
A nationally recognized voice is anticipated to deliver a compelling message of faith and hope
High-Energy Closing
A Christian EDM worship experience is planned to serve as the Friday night crescendo, designed for young adults
Friday evening is planned to establish Christ Strong Festival as something immediately different — not a Sunday morning service amplified, but a genuine premium festival experience saturated with faith. The energy is anticipated to be electric, the programming intentional, and the atmosphere is designed to draw people in and open hearts before Saturday's deeper programming begins.
Saturday: The Full Festival Day
Saturday is planned to be the full embodiment of the Christ Strong Festival experience — worship, teaching, music, mission, and transformation woven together across an entire day. Current planning anticipates every programming element reinforcing the festival's theme: Faith. Music. Mission.
Chapter 4
Faith Experiences
Prayer Village
The Prayer Village is one of the most distinctive and spiritually significant elements of Christ Strong Festival. Operating throughout the entire weekend, it provides a dedicated sanctuary within the festival grounds where attendees can step away from the main stage and receive personal ministry.
Personal prayer and intercession with trained volunteers and pastors
Counseling and encouragement for those facing personal struggles
Salvation support and first-steps follow-up resources
Healing ministry and pastoral presence throughout both days
Baptism Pavilion
Few moments at Christ Strong Festival will carry more weight — visually or spiritually — than the Baptism Pavilion. Strategically positioned as a highly visible, emotionally compelling signature experience, the pavilion will operate throughout the festival, supported by partnering churches, pastors, and trained volunteers.
Baptisms at a festival of this scale become one of the most shared, talked-about, and emotionally resonant moments of the entire event — and a powerful story for media partners and sponsors alike.
Speakers & Pastors
Alongside the music, Christ Strong Festival features nationally recognized pastors, teachers, and inspirational voices who speak directly into the lives of attendees. Speakers are woven throughout both days — not as intermissions between performances, but as integral programming pillars that anchor the festival's spiritual mission.
Friday Evening
An inspirational message delivered during peak crowd energy — designed to challenge and open hearts before the EDM closing experience.
Saturday Morning
A church-partnership worship service led by a prominent pastor — creating the tone for the full day of programming ahead.
Saturday Afternoon
Testimony moments, mid-day messages, and prayer activations interwoven between musical performances on both stages.
Closing Revival Message
A powerful, invitation-driven message delivered before the final worship celebration — the spiritual apex of the entire festival.
Chapter 5
Family & Community
Family Adventure Zone
Christ Strong Festival is built for the entire family — and the Family Adventure Zone ensures that children, teens, and parents all have a place where they belong. Rather than a secondary afterthought, this zone is a full programming area designed to give families a reason to stay engaged throughout the entire weekend.
- Age-appropriate activities for children and pre-teens
- Teen-focused programming aligned with the festival's faith themes
- Safe, staffed, and clearly defined family-friendly zones
- Interactive experiences that reinforce the weekend's message
- Family photo opportunities and keepsake moments
Operation Hope: NICU Family Support Initiative
Supporting families facing the most difficult days of their lives.
Christ Strong Festival is committed to leaving the community better than it found it.
Operation Hope is the festival's flagship community impact initiative — a structured, festival-supported effort benefiting NICU babies, their families, and the hospitals, charities, and support organizations that care for them throughout Northern Nevada.
NICU Family Financial Support
Partnering with local hospitals and nonprofits to assist with transportation, lodging, meals, lost income, and unexpected expenses faced by NICU families.
Emotional & Spiritual Care
Supporting counseling, peer support, prayer, and mental health resources for parents navigating the challenges of extended NICU stays.
Family Resource Programs
Connecting families with childcare assistance, educational materials, family services, and ongoing support networks during and after hospitalization.
Community Volunteer Engagement
Mobilizing churches, volunteers, healthcare professionals, and community partners to serve NICU families through practical support and acts of compassion.
Sponsor Participation Opportunities
Inviting sponsors to participate through funding, in-kind donations, volunteer service, and long-term partnerships that create measurable impact for vulnerable children and families.
Chapter 6
Operations
Operational Framework
Christ Strong Festival 2027 will be executed across eight distinct operational domains, each managed by qualified professionals with documented plans and real-time response capabilities.
Security Planning
The safety and security of every attendee, artist, volunteer, and staff member is the highest operational priority of Christ Strong Festival. A comprehensive, layered security plan is anticipated to be developed in partnership with local law enforcement, private security professionals, and event safety specialists well in advance of the festival dates.
Perimeter Security
Defined entry and exit points, credentialed access zones, and continuous perimeter monitoring
Crowd Management
Trained crowd flow specialists, designated safe zones, and real-time crowd density monitoring
Command Center
A centralized Security Command Center is planned to be established with direct communication to all operational zones, law enforcement, and medical
Agency Partnerships
- Reno Police Department coordination
- Washoe County Sheriff integration
- Private licensed security firm contract
- Crowd safety consultant engagement
- Fire Marshal coordination and approval
- Emergency Management pre-planning
Medical & Emergency Services
A fully staffed, multi-tiered medical response program is planned to be in place for the entire duration of Christ Strong Festival — from load-in through final guest departure. This program is designed and scaled for an event of up to 30,000 attendees.
First Aid Stations
Multiple distributed first aid stations throughout the festival grounds are anticipated to be staffed by licensed EMTs and medical volunteers
On-Site Ambulance
Dedicated on-site ambulance units with direct transport capability to regional medical centers are anticipated to be in operation throughout the event
Hospital Coordination
Pre-event coordination with Renown Regional Medical Center and Saint Mary's Regional Hospital for emergency response preparedness is planned to be established
Command Integration
Medical services are expected to be fully integrated into the Security Command Center with real-time radio communication and incident reporting
Chapter 7
Partnerships
Partnership Opportunities
Christ Strong Festival is built around mutually beneficial partnerships with organizations and leaders committed to faith, community, and large-scale positive impact. The following categories form the event's collaborative framework.
Media Partners
Christian radio networks, digital platforms, podcasts, and streaming services will amplify event communications to regional and national audiences.
Church Partners
Local and regional congregations will support volunteer coordination, attendee outreach, on-site ministry, and post-event community follow-up.
Corporate Sponsors
Regional and national organizations are invited to align with a values-driven event drawing a broad, engaged demographic.
University Partners
Faith-based student organizations and campus ministries will drive young adult engagement and volunteer recruitment.
Church Partnership Program
The church community is the backbone of Christ Strong Festival. We are designing a robust Church Partnership Program that equips congregations to become active co-owners of the festival experience — not just ticket-buyers, but mission partners invested in the outcome.
Promotion Partner
Bulletin inserts, social media toolkits, announcement videos, and congregation-wide ticket campaigns
Volunteer Partner
Organized volunteer teams serving in prayer, baptism, guest services, and community impact
Ministry Partner
Presence in the Ministry Partner Area and active leadership in the Baptism Pavilion
K-LOVE Strategic Partnership
The Ideal Media and Ministry Partner
K-LOVE is the most listened-to Christian radio network in the United States — with over 500 signals across all 50 states and a deeply loyal, values-aligned audience. A strategic partnership with K-LOVE would represent one of the most powerful amplification opportunities available to Christ Strong Festival 2027.
1. National Audience Reach
K-LOVE's listener base spans millions of engaged Christians across the country — providing unmatched reach for festival promotion and awareness.
2. Artist Relationships
K-LOVE's deep relationships with Christian artists across all genres create natural pathways for artist recruitment, endorsement, and programming alignment.
3. Marketing Support
A K-LOVE partnership provides access to on-air promotion, digital marketing, social media amplification, and event listing across their national platform.
4. Credibility & Endorsement
K-LOVE's brand carries significant trust within the Christian community. Their association with Christ Strong Festival signals quality, mission alignment, and organizational credibility.
5. Media Amplification
Live coverage, pre-event promotion, and post-event storytelling through K-LOVE channels extends the festival's reach far beyond the Reno region.
K-LOVE is presented here as an ideal strategic partner. Formal partnership discussions are part of the festival's development roadmap.
University of Nevada, Reno — Community Partnership Opportunity
Building a Long-Term Campus Connection
The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) represents a significant long-term strategic community partner for Christ Strong Festival. With a large student population, active campus organizations, and academic programs directly relevant to large-scale event production, UNR is a natural ally in building the festival's volunteer base, community presence, and campus reach.
Student Volunteers
UNR students provide a motivated, organized volunteer workforce for festival operations — from guest services and logistics to ministry support and hospitality.
Event Management Participation
Students in hospitality, event management, and business programs gain real-world experience while contributing directly to festival production.
Media & Journalism Students
UNR's journalism and media programs can provide on-site coverage, content creation, photography, and social media documentation of the festival.
Campus Ambassadors
Student leaders and campus ambassadors serve as peer-to-peer promoters, driving ticket sales and awareness within the UNR student community.
Christian Student Organizations
Campus-based Christian organizations become natural ministry partners — providing volunteers, prayer teams, and new believer follow-up support.
Student Ticket Programs
Discounted or group ticket programs for UNR students expand the festival's reach to a younger demographic while building long-term audience loyalty.
UNR is positioned as a long-term strategic community partner — one that grows with the festival and deepens its roots in the Reno community year over year.
Chapter 8
Sponsorship
Funding Model & Financial Context
Christ Strong Festival 2027 is being developed as a multi-source funded event. The following financial context is provided to help respondents calibrate their proposals appropriately. This section is informational — it is not a sponsorship solicitation.
Current Funding Assumptions
Projected Budget Range
Conservative Scenario
Reduced production scope, regional talent, core infrastructure only
Target Scenario
Full production scope, national talent, complete operational build-out
Full Scenario
Premium production, marquee headliners, expanded programming and infrastructure
Final budgets and production plans will be developed collaboratively with selected partners following the conclusion of this procurement process. All figures are planning estimates and subject to change.
Chapter 9
Revenue Model
Diversified Revenue Model
Christ Strong Festival is being developed with a multi-channel revenue architecture intended to reduce dependence on any single income source and establish a financially sustainable, scalable event model.
Ticket Sales
General admission, day passes, family packages, and early-bird pricing tiers are anticipated to serve an audience of 10,000–30,000 attendees
VIP Experiences
Premium viewing areas, artist meet-and-greets, exclusive hospitality, and VIP-only amenities are planned to generate premium per-head revenue
Sponsorships
Tiered corporate and organizational sponsorship packages ranging from Community Partner through Presenting Sponsor level are expected to be offered
Vendor & Marketplace Fees
Food truck placement fees, artisan and retail vendor booth fees, and ministry partner area participation are anticipated to be components of the marketplace structure
Merchandise
Official Christ Strong Festival branded merchandise, artist merchandise, and exclusive event-year collectible items are expected to be available
Donations
On-site giving opportunities, Operation Honor fundraising, digital donation campaigns, and major donor cultivation are planned as part of the event's charitable framework
Partner Contributions
Church partner ticket block commitments, ministry organization co-investment, and foundation grant funding are anticipated sources of organizational support
Media & Licensing
Content licensing, livestream revenue, and K-LOVE media partnership value integration are expected to be explored as part of the broader revenue framework
Chapter 10
Timeline
Road to September 2027
Christ Strong Festival 2027 will be executed on a deliberate, milestone-driven timeline designed to ensure every operational, creative, and partnership element is in place well ahead of festival weekend.
Q3 2026
Foundation formation, venue agreement, core team assembly, initial artist outreach, legal and permitting framework
Q3 2026
Anchor artist confirmations, presenting sponsor campaign launch, church partner program rollout, production planning begins
Q4 2026
Full lineup announcement, ticket sales launch, media partner agreements, Operation Honor initiative launch
Q4 2026
Marketing campaign activation, volunteer recruitment opens, vendor and food truck applications, VIP program launch
Q1–Q2 2027
Final operational planning, site surveys, security coordination, medical contracting, volunteer training program
September 2027
Christ Strong Festival 2027 — Festival weekend execution, on-site operations, real-time media, post-event follow-up
Chapter 11
Success Metrics
How We Define Success
Christ Strong Festival will be measured against a mission-focused set of metrics that reflect both event reach and spiritual fruit. These outcomes will be tracked, reported, and published transparently for all stakeholders.
Attendance
Target: 10,000–20,000 total attendees across Friday and Saturday with measurable year-over-year growth as an annual event.
Prayer Interactions
Number of meaningful Prayer Village conversations, prayer requests received, and prayer follow-up opportunities created.
Baptisms
Number of baptisms celebrated as a direct response to the festival and its ministry engagement.
Church Partnerships
Number of local churches engaged, new ministry connections formed, and post-event pathways for continued discipleship.
Volunteer Engagement
Number of volunteers recruited, hours served, and repeat volunteer participation across festival operations.
Community Impact
Veterans served through Operation Honor, organizations engaged, and community needs addressed through festival partnerships.
Sponsor Participation
Number of sponsors aligned with the mission, level of engagement on-site, and support for long-term festival sustainability.
Long-Term Vision: Christ Strong Festival as an Annual Institution
Beyond 2027
Christ Strong Festival 2027 is the launch — not the ceiling. Our long-term vision is to establish a self-sustaining, annually growing event that becomes as recognizable in the Western United States as Creation Festival is in the East and Winter Jam is in the South.
Year 1 (2027): Establish credibility, deliver an exceptional first event, and build the foundation for growth
Year 2 (2028): Expand programming, grow attendance, deepen partnerships, and increase community impact scope
Year 3–5: Achieve regional landmark status, attract marquee headliners, and replicate the model in additional Western cities
From Festival to Movement
The Goal Is Transformation, Not Just an Event
Christ Strong Festival 2027 is designed with a singular long-term ambition: to become a movement — not simply a successful annual event. Every element of the festival, from the Prayer Village to the Baptism Pavilion, from Operation Honor to the Church Partnership Program, is engineered to create lasting spiritual, relational, and community impact that extends far beyond a single weekend.
Spiritual Transformation
Every altar call, prayer interaction, and baptism represents a life changed. The festival creates the conditions for genuine spiritual encounters that redirect the trajectory of individuals and families.
Church Connection
Every new believer and re-engaged attendee is connected to a local church through the Church Partnership Program — ensuring the festival's spiritual fruit is discipled and sustained.
Community Impact
Through Operation Honor and community partnerships, the festival leaves a measurable, tangible mark on Northern Nevada — serving veterans, mobilizing volunteers, and strengthening civic bonds.
Annual Momentum
Each year, the festival grows in scale, credibility, and community ownership — building a self-reinforcing cycle of anticipation, participation, and impact.
Prayer & Baptism Legacy
The cumulative record of prayer interactions and baptisms across years becomes a living testimony to the movement's spiritual depth and reach.
A Lasting Movement in the West
Christ Strong Festival is positioned to become the defining faith-based gathering of the Western United States — a cultural and spiritual landmark that draws people from across the region and beyond.
We are not building an event. We are building a movement.
Why Reno. Why Now.
Reno, Nevada stands at a unique cultural and spiritual inflection point. A rapidly growing city with a young, diverse population and a deep hunger for authentic community — and a region currently underserved by large-scale, values-aligned events of this caliber.
The faith community in Northern Nevada is vibrant, organized, and ready to mobilize. The city's infrastructure, the park's capacity, and the appetite of the regional church network create a perfect convergence. The moment is now. The location is right. Christ Strong Festival is the answer.
Comparable Events: Proven Market Validation
Christ Strong Festival is not entering an unproven space. The faith-based festival market is robust, growing, and hungry for new premier events — particularly in the Western United States, which remains underserved relative to the East and South.
Creation Festival
One of the largest Christian music festivals in the nation, drawing 25,000+ annually — proof of sustained demand for multi-day faith-based festival experiences.
Winter Jam
Annual touring festival model with massive attendance — demonstrating the depth and breadth of the Christian music audience.
Harvest Crusade
Demonstrated that stadium-scale evangelistic events can draw 50,000+ when properly resourced and marketed — a blueprint for mass outreach.
Life Is Beautiful
Premium urban festival in the West proving that major festival events can thrive in Western U.S. markets with the right programming and production quality.
What Makes Christ Strong Different
Intentional Transformation
Every element — music, speakers, prayer, baptism — is designed around genuine life change, not just entertainment. The spiritual outcome is the product.
Community Rootedness
Deep church partnerships and local civic engagement make Christ Strong a community event, not a touring production passing through town.
Genre Diversity
A full-spectrum Christian music lineup that reaches across CCM, country, hip-hop, and EDM — creating an unusually broad audience appeal.
Western Market Opportunity
No comparable event currently exists at this scale in the Western United States — giving Christ Strong an uncontested category leadership position.
Why Partner With Christ Strong
Christ Strong Festival represents an opportunity to help build a landmark faith-based event in the Western United States. Selected partners will play a foundational role in shaping an experience designed to inspire spiritual renewal, strengthen community connections, and create lasting regional impact.
Foundational Role
Be part of building something from the ground up — a first-year event with the infrastructure, funding, and vision to become a lasting annual institution.
Mission Alignment
The Foundation is seeking long-term relationships with organizations that value excellence, integrity, collaboration, and mission alignment.
Long-Term Partnership
Partners who help deliver an exceptional 2027 experience will be positioned as preferred vendors for future years as the festival grows in scale and reach.
We invite qualified organizations to join us in bringing this vision to life.
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Invitation to Participate
We invite qualified organizations to submit proposals and engage with this procurement process. Christ Strong is committed to selecting partners who share our commitment to excellence, community impact, and mission integrity.
Together, we have an opportunity to build something that will serve the Reno community and the broader faith community for years to come. We welcome your participation and look forward to reviewing your submission.
Scope of Partnership Opportunities
The Christ Strong Foundation invites qualified organizations, vendors, and institutions to submit proposals in response to this RFP. Respondents are encouraged to identify the category or categories below that align with their organizational capabilities, mission, and capacity to contribute to the successful execution of Christ Strong Festival 2027.
Strategic Partners
Organizations with demonstrated capacity to contribute resources, professional networks, and institutional expertise in support of the festival's operational and mission objectives.
Sponsors & Donors
Corporations and individuals seeking to participate at a financial sponsorship level commensurate with their capacity. Full documentation of deliverables and recognition benefits will be provided upon engagement.
Media Partners
Media networks and digital platforms with regional or national reach capable of providing coverage, promotion, and broadcast support across the full event cycle — pre-event, live, and post-event.
Church & Community Partners
Faith communities and civic organizations with established local presence who are positioned to support volunteer coordination, community outreach, and participant mobilization efforts.
Next Steps
Prospective vendors, partners, and institutions are invited to respond to this Request for Proposals in accordance with the following process. All submissions must adhere to the requirements outlined herein to be considered for evaluation.
Review This RFP Document in Full
Read all sections of this RFP carefully to ensure a thorough understanding of the festival's objectives, scope of work, and submission requirements
Identify the Relevant Service Category
Determine the service category or categories most aligned with your organization's capabilities, mission, and capacity to contribute
Prepare Your Proposal
Compile a formal proposal in accordance with the Proposal Submission Requirements section of this document, ensuring all required components are addressed
Submit by the Stated Deadline
Deliver your completed proposal via the method and to the contact specified in the Contact & Submission Information section prior to the submission deadline
Await Shortlisting Notification
Qualified respondents will be notified regarding shortlisting status and, where applicable, scheduling of follow-up interviews or presentations
Contact
Christ Strong Foundation
Christ Strong Festival 2027
Partnership Inquiry
For sponsorship, media, church partnership, and production inquiries, please contact the Christ Strong Foundation leadership team directly.
Faith. Music. Mission.
Christ Strong Festival 2027 — Request for Proposal
Issued by the Christ Strong Foundation | Reno, Nevada | Q3 2027
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." — Jeremiah 29:11
Contact & Submission Information
All proposals and inquiries related to this Request for Proposal should be directed to the following contact. Christ Strong Foundation is committed to a transparent and responsive procurement process. Written questions submitted prior to the Questions Due date will receive written responses distributed to all registered respondents.
Primary Contact
Name: Luke Tipple
Title: Executive Director
Organization: Christ Strong Foundation
Email: luke@christstrong.org
Phone: (310) 460-8222
Submission Details
Proposal Submission URL: [Insert Submission URL]
Submission Deadline: July 31, 2026 — 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Questions Deadline: July 17, 2026
Questions Contact: luke@christstrong.org
Christ Strong Foundation thanks all respondents for their time and interest in this opportunity. We look forward to reviewing your proposals and identifying partners who will help bring Christ Strong Festival 2027 to life.
This RFP does not constitute a contract or commitment to award. Christ Strong Foundation reserves the right to cancel this RFP at any time without obligation.