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sponsorship

noun B2 Formal

Meaning

Sponsorship refers to the support provided by an individual or organization to fund an event, activity, or project, often in exchange for advertising or promotional benefits.
💡 A common mistake is confusing sponsorship with patronage, which implies a more personal or artistic support.

Example Sentences

The company provided sponsorship for the international conference this year .
The company provided sponsorship for the local sports event .
We need to find a sponsorship for the school event .

Word in Context

The small town is preparing a free summer concert in the park and many neighbors are excited . A local caf é offered sponsorship last month , so the organizers could rent chairs and a stage . They have been planning the event for weeks , and volunteers met on Saturday to hang lights and set up a sound system . If they got more sponsorship , they would invite a bigger band , but everyone is happy with the music booked . A bright banner was placed at the park entrance to thank the sponsors and to tell visitors about the schedule .

Common Phrases

corporate sponsorship event sponsorship sponsorship deal

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