Local Business Sponsorship
Build your brand while building the future workforce of your community.
Community Leadership
Show your commitment to education and youth development in your community.
Future Workforce
Develop the critical thinkers and problem-solvers your business will need.
Brand Recognition
Get recognized as a community partner in schools and local media.
How It Works
We've made the sponsorship process simple and transparent. Here's what to expect:
Submit Your Sponsorship Request
Choose how many students you want to sponsor, select a workshop date, and specify your preferred districts or students.
Receive Your Invoice
We'll email you an invoice within 24 hours. Secure payment via Stripe/PayPal with tax-deductible receipt provided.
Personalize Your Impact (30-min call)
After payment, we schedule a call to learn about your organization and craft a personalized message to your sponsored students.
Students Get Access
3-5 days before the workshop, students receive your personalized message and join their Discord cohort.
Workshop & Beyond
2-hour interactive workshop, followed by 12 months of continued learning. You receive impact reports showing student growth.
Ready to Get Started?
Build your brand while building the future workforce of your community.
Why Local Businesses Sponsor Students
🎯 The Business Case for Sponsorship
- Workforce Development: Today's students are tomorrow's employees
- Community Investment: Strengthen the local economy through education
- Brand Visibility: Recognition in schools, newsletters, and events
- Tax Benefits: Sponsorship is tax-deductible as a charitable contribution
- Employee Morale: Team members feel proud to work for a company that gives back
💰 Sponsorship Levels
Individual Sponsor
$250 - $2,500
Sponsor 1-10 students
- Student thank-you letters
- Recognition on school website
- Impact report with student outcomes
- Tax-deductible receipt
Classroom Sponsor
$6,250
Sponsor an entire classroom (25 students)
- All Individual benefits, plus:
- Logo on workshop materials
- Social media recognition
- Invitation to student showcase
School Partner
$25,000+
Sponsor 100+ students or multiple schools
- All Classroom benefits, plus:
- Press release & media coverage
- Speaking opportunity at events
- Multi-year partnership options
Invest in Your Community's Future
Join local businesses making a difference through education sponsorship.
🌟 Recognition & Benefits
"Sponsoring 10 students at our local middle school was the best marketing investment we made this year. The community recognition was incredible, and our team felt proud to support local kids."
— Coffee Shop Owner, Grand Rapids
📋 How It Works
- Choose Your Level: Decide how many students you'd like to sponsor
- Connect with a School: We'll help you find a local school or you can choose one
- Make Your Contribution: Simple payment process with immediate tax receipt
- Get Recognized: School announces your sponsorship to students and community
- See the Impact: Receive reports showing how students benefited from your support
Ready to Invest in Your Community?
Become a sponsor today and help local students develop the thinking skills they need to succeed.