Use this template to draft letters to potential sponsors who may be interested in supporting your Lights On Afterschool event. Personalize your letter with information about your program.
Remember to highlight key details of your event, such as the number of anticipated attendees, media presence, and any high-profile guests or emcees, if applicable. Check out our 32 tips on how to promote sponsors. Do your research and address the letter to the person within the organization that you think is the right person to deal with your request. Be sure to follow up with the appropriate company personnel to discuss your proposal shortly after sending your letter.
Sample Text
Dear [Name],
[Potential sponsor] has demonstrated a strong commitment to helping working families and to the positive development of [town/city/state]’s youth. Given your corporate leadership, I would like to invite [potential sponsor] to partner with [your program] as a sponsor of Lights On Afterschool, a community event that will take place on [date]. This event celebrates the important role of afterschool programs in keeping [town/city/state]’s youth safe, engaged, and prepared to be successful adults. Lights On Afterschool is a wonderful opportunity for [potential sponsor] to gain valuable exposure within the community while supporting a worthy cause.
Now more than ever, most American families need some kind of afterschool care. For many parents, these afterschool hours are fraught with worry and risk. It is during these hours that youth are most likely to be victims or perpetrators of crime. Afterschool programs keep kids safe, inspire learning, and help working families. As a valued afterschool program provider serving more than [#] children, [your program] provides a safe, fun, and enriching haven where youth can [describe activities; ex: get help with homework, participate in sports, arts, and other engaging activities] under the supervision of caring adults. We empower our youth to recognize their potential and realize their dreams.
Celebrated at more than 8,000 events nationwide by more than 1 million Americans, Lights On Afterschool is an important opportunity to recognize all that afterschool programs do for children, families, and communities. [Your program] is proud to bring Lights On Afterschool to the [town/city/state] community. We hope that [Potential sponsor] will join us in this important celebration by becoming a Presenting Sponsor to [your program]'s Lights On Afterschool event with a donation of [insert dollar amount or specify type of in-kind donation]. Consisting of [event activity; ex: a community fair and parade], our event will draw [#] participants, including [who will attend; ex: parents, community groups, businesses, teachers, and other members of the community]. [Name of host and any identifying information; ex: Bob Smith, famed radio personality of WXTR] will serve as the master of ceremonies for the event. We anticipate local coverage from [confirmed media outlets who will cover event] as well as other local media. As a Presenting Sponsor of the [your program] Lights On Afterschool event, [potential sponsor] will have a unique opportunity to generate goodwill with the community and to make positive impressions with potential customers and local media.
In return for the donation, [potential sponsor] will receive the following sponsorship benefits and marketing opportunities: [update sponsorship benefits to reflect what is feasible and appropriate for your event.]
I hope that you will consider partnering with [your program] for this wonderful event in support of [town/city/state]’s youth and families. I look forward to speaking with you to discuss our proposal and will contact you in the upcoming week to see if we can further explore partnership opportunities. I can be reached at: [phone] or by email at [email].
Sincerely,
[Your name]
[Title], [Your program]