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	== Resources, Tools, and Best Practices ==		== Resources, Tools, and Best Practices ==
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	===== <u>Optimize your Region's Sports Connect Website:</u> [https://wiki.ayso.org/wiki/Region_Sponsorships_Sports_Connect_Website Sponsor Page Template, Home Page Settings Best Practices] =====		===== <u>Optimize your Region's Sports Connect Website:</u> [https://wiki.ayso.org/wiki/Region_Sponsorships_Sports_Connect_Website Sponsor Page Template, Home Page Settings Best Practices] =====

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'''Benefits of Sponsorship:''' Sponsors benefit from a tax deduction/write-off for the value of sponsorships to non-profit events/organizations.

'''Brand Awareness:''' Creating awareness for their products and services is one reason why local companies participate in sponsorship. Placement on a Region’s social media, field signs, website, uniforms and emails to members are all valuable for creating sponsor/brand awareness.

'''Regional Sponsors:''' Regional businesses showing community support to youth sports, your members, and their kids in AYSO, is a powerful way to signal they are a “good neighbor” company.

== Getting Started with Region Sponsorships ==

===== '''Identifying Potential Sponsors''' =====

* Target Relevant Businesses: Local restaurants, Pediatricians/dentists, Auto shops. Real estate agents, Insurance agents, Credit unions/banks

* Are there types of Sponsors that are not allowed? Yes. Types of businesses and organizations that should be avoided: Drugs, Alcohol and Tobacco (includes cannabis), Gun Shops, anything associated with firearms, Political Organizations, Adult Entertainment, Gambling, Bars/Winery

===== '''Set Goals:''' How much sponsorship revenue do you need to raise? How will the money support your Region’s program? =====

===== '''Collecting Funds:''' Review the [[Donations|Donation]] Platform options available for AYSO Regions =====

== Guidelines & Regulations for Sponsorships ==

* Exclusivity: Review any requests for “exclusive” designations with AYSO Marketing. Since we are all part of one brand, these decisions can have unintended consequences..
* Off Limits: Any sponsorship in categories that could be in contrast with AYSO’s Vision, Mission or Philosophies such as political groups/positions, firearms, anything that could be of harm to children or not child-friendly, alcohol, drugs, etc.
* Revenue Limit: Regions have the ability to secure a sponsor program up to $1,500. Above that amount, please consult with AYSO Marketing and consult with your Area Director.
* Your Region Only: Any sponsorship that is developed for your Region is for your Region only - cannot commit to any other Region, nor AYSO as an organization.
* Consult with your Section or Area Director for questions or clarifications

== Resources, Tools, and Best Practices ==

===== <u>Optimize your Region's Sports Connect Website:</u> [https://wiki.ayso.org/wiki/Region_Sponsorships_Sports_Connect_Website Sponsor Page Template, Home Page Settings Best Practices] =====

===== <u>Optimize your Online Presence:</u> [[Google Business|Google Search Results, Google Business Profile, Best Practices]] =====

* '''Sponsors and donors are attracted to visibility, engagement, and professionalism.''' By treating your Google Business Profile as a mini-marketing hub, your AYSO region can increase sponsorship interest, drive community involvement, and boost fundraising results—all for free.

===== [https://www.canva.com/design/DAGpgN5tFy0/_0XGmiGKsnqE9udk7PJ6Sg/view?utm_content=DAGpgN5tFy0&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview AYSO Region Sponsorship Template Deck] =====

===== [https://ayso.io/AYSODonationThankYouLetterTemplate2025 AYSO Donation Thank You Letter Template 2025] =====

===== [https://www.canva.com/design/DAGkupj4mRk/bvf8BESv9o8PvPaylWAL5w/view?utm_content=DAGkupj4mRk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview Sample Sponsorship One-Pager] =====

===== [https://login.commonsku.com/present.php?id=de8a24e8-8d38-4d03-8f03-89b08dbbb4ef The Promotions Dept.] - Official Promotions Partner of AYSO =====

===== [https://www.sportpins.com/shopayso/ Sport Pins Inc.] - Official Pin, Medal, Coin, & Badge Partner of AYSO =====

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