Sponsorship Spark

Ignite your sponsorship fundraising flame through stories, examples, and tips.
When a Sponsor Says “We Don’t Have Budget” — What They Really Mean (and What to Do Next)

How Nonprofits Can Reframe Rejections, Stay in the Game, and Turn a “No” Into Future Sponsorship Revenue 

Have you ever pitched a corporate sponsor and heard, “We don’t have budget for that right now...

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From Generic to Gold: Why Custom Sponsorship Proposals Win More Deals

How tailored sponsorship offers open doors, close deals, and increase revenue for your nonprofit.

If you’ve ever thrown together a few sponsor tiers—Gold, Silver, Bronze—and hoped for the best, you’r...

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More Than Just a Logo: How to Attract Sponsors to Digital-Only Campaigns

Why virtual activations aren’t a compromise—they’re a goldmine. 

When we picture corporate sponsorships, it’s easy to imagine banners at festivals, logos on event programs, or VIP booths at gala fund...

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From “Nice to Have” to “Must Have”: How to Make Your Sponsorships Irresistible packages sponsorship success strategy

Why Generic Sponsorship Packages Fall Flat—and What to Do Instead 

If your nonprofit or event has ever sent out a sponsorship deck only to hear silence—or worse, “We just don’t have the budget right ...

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The Hidden Sponsorship Benefits You’re Not Selling (But Should Be)

Why Most Nonprofits Leave Money on the Table—and How to Find the Value Sponsors Actually Want

If you’ve ever looked at your sponsorship packages and thought, “We don’t have much to offer,” you’re not...

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Beyond the One-Time Check: How to Turn Corporate Sponsors Into Long-Term Partners

Avoid the annual scramble. Build real relationships, create long-term value, and grow your sponsorship revenue year after year.

When most nonprofit fundraisers think about corporate sponsorship, the ...

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What’s Your Sponsorship End Game? Why a Clear Vision Leads to More Revenue. goal setting sponsorship success strategy
Without a big-picture strategy, even great sponsorship tactics fall flat.

If you’re tasked with securing corporate sponsors for your nonprofit or event, it’s easy to get caught up in the moment. You ...

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Are You Asking Too Much or Too Little? How to Price Sponsorships Strategically. packages pricing sponsorship success strategy
Avoid the Common Pricing Traps That Undermine Your Sponsorship Success

When it comes to corporate sponsorships, pricing shapes perception—and the fear of getting it wrong creates more anxiety for non...

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The Real Cost of Winging It: Why Hope Is Not a Sponsorship Strategy packages pricing renewals sponsorship success
Break the cycle of stagnant sponsorships and start building smart, sustainable revenue.

If you’ve ever dusted off last year’s sponsorship deck, changed the date, and hit send—you’re not alone. Too ma...

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Stop Guessing: How to Set Sponsorship Revenue Goals That Actually Work goal setting pricing
Say goodbye to arbitrary numbers and hello to confident, strategic goal setting.

When it comes to corporate sponsorship, most nonprofit teams are doing their best with what they’ve got—limited time, ...

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SPONSORSHIP SPARK MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

Ignite your sponsorship fundraising flame through stories, examples, and tips.


✔️ Gain knowledge and tips that help get corporate sponsors.
✔️ Learn from successes and mistakes of other fundraisers.
✔️ Make the act of getting new sponsors easier over time.

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