Not big enough yet for full-service brokerage? Run your own sponsorship program the right way — a readiness checklist, ask-amount guidance, ready-made sponsor tiers, and copy-paste outreach templates. Free, no sign-up.
Before you approach a single business, check off the basics. Sponsors write checks to organizations that look organized — this is the fastest way to look organized.
Starting-point ranges by organization size — not hard rules. Local market, sport visibility, and what you can actually deliver all move these numbers. For a precise number based on your real audience and market, run the full Asset Valuation Calculator — it's free.
| Org Size | Bronze | Silver | Gold | Title / Presenting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Under 75 athletes, 1 team/program | $150–$300 | $300–$600 | $600–$1,200 | $1,500–$3,000 |
| Medium 75–250 athletes, multiple teams | $250–$500 | $500–$1,000 | $1,000–$2,500 | $3,000–$6,000 |
| Large 250+ athletes, full league/district | $500–$1,000 | $1,000–$2,500 | $2,500–$5,000 | $6,000–$15,000+ |
Give businesses a menu, not a single ask. A tiered structure makes it easy for a $200 shop and a $5,000 regional brand to both say yes. Adjust deliverables to match what you can actually fulfill.
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Once you're ready to go after real brand budgets — not just local shops — Zubie Five finds, pitches, and closes sponsors on your behalf. Commission-only, no cost to your org until we close a deal.
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