Sponsor
noun
A person or company that supports an event, activity, person, or organization by giving money, encouragement, or other help.
They are one of the main sponsors of the Olympic Games.
Often appears as...
- event sponsor
- major sponsor
noun
In a baptism ceremony, a sponsor is a person who assures they will help a child to understand and live their faith as they grow older.
My aunt was my sponsor at my baptism.
Often appears as...
- baptism sponsor
- confirmation sponsor
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Religious
verb
To support an event, activity, person, or organization by giving money, encouragement, or other help.
The event was sponsored by a local company.
Often appears as...
- sponsor an event
- sponsor a child
noun
A person who introduces and supports a proposal for legislation.
Senator Smith was the main sponsor of the new law.
Often appears as...
- bill sponsor
- legislation sponsor
Usage tips
Formal
Legal
verb
To promise to pay a person or organization a sum of money if another person participates in an activity which can be watched, usually in order to raise money for charity.
She's being sponsored by her family to run the marathon.
Often appears as...
- sponsor a run
- sponsor a swim
noun
A person or company that supports an event, activity, person, or organization by giving money, encouragement, or other help.
They are one of the main sponsors of the Olympic Games.
Often appears as...
- event sponsor
- major sponsor
noun
In a baptism ceremony, a sponsor is a person who assures they will help a child to understand and live their faith as they grow older.
My aunt was my sponsor at my baptism.
Often appears as...
- baptism sponsor
- confirmation sponsor
Usage tips
Religious
verb
To support an event, activity, person, or organization by giving money, encouragement, or other help.
The event was sponsored by a local company.
Often appears as...
- sponsor an event
- sponsor a child
noun
A person who introduces and supports a proposal for legislation.
Senator Smith was the main sponsor of the new law.
Often appears as...
- bill sponsor
- legislation sponsor
Usage tips
Formal
Legal
verb
To promise to pay a person or organization a sum of money if another person participates in an activity which can be watched, usually in order to raise money for charity.
She's being sponsored by her family to run the marathon.
Often appears as...
- sponsor a run
- sponsor a swim
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Pro Tip 1/2Brand Visibility
Companies often sponsor events to increase brand awareness and improve their image.
The tech expo was sponsored by a well-known computer brand.
Pro Tip 2/2Mutual Benefit
Sponsorship is not just charitable; sponsors often gain promotional benefits.
Our charity ball was sponsored by a local jeweler who displayed their logo at the event.
Pro Tip 1/2Brand Visibility
Companies often sponsor events to increase brand awareness and improve their image.
The tech expo was sponsored by a well-known computer brand.
Pro Tip 2/2Mutual Benefit
Sponsorship is not just charitable; sponsors often gain promotional benefits.
Our charity ball was sponsored by a local jeweler who displayed their logo at the event.
Pro Tip 1/2Brand Visibility
Companies often sponsor events to increase brand awareness and improve their image.
The tech expo was sponsored by a well-known computer brand.
Pro Tip 2/2Mutual Benefit
Sponsorship is not just charitable; sponsors often gain promotional benefits.
Our charity ball was sponsored by a local jeweler who displayed their logo at the event.
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Video examples
Gary Haugen: The hidden...
I don't know if your first introduction might have been choruses of "We Are the World," or maybe the picture of a sponsored child on your refrigerator door, or maybe the birthday you donated for fresh water. I don't really remember what my first introduction to poverty was but I do remember the most jarring.
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What doctors don't know...
10 studies but only publishes the five that give the result that they want, we don't consider that to be research misconduct. And when that responsibility is diffused between a whole network of researchers, academics, industry sponsors, journal editors, for some reason we find it more acceptable,
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Sufferfest: 700 Miles of...
I started to write about my exploits and tell stories. And this led eventually to climbing sponsorship. I actually convinced some companies that they should sponsor me, including The North Face. That would really kinda transform my whole life. It allowed me to travel the world
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3 ways to be a better...
If you're a person with privilege, it's easier for you to advocate for allies. So use that privilege to create change. Three, change someone's life significantly. So, be there for somebody throughout their career. Mentor or sponsor them, give them opportunities as they grow.
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Tan Le: My immigration...
then studied to be a beautician and opened another business. And the women came with their stories about men who could not make the transition, angry and inflexible, and troubled children caught between two worlds. Grants and sponsors were sought. Centers were established.
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Avoiding desertification...
from successful people spreading the word ordinary people that are supporting families and so on that management needs to be holistic embracing all science and other sources of knowledge I don't think any scientist can argue the difficulty has been for sponsors
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The greatest TED Talk...
whole idea it's what in perpetuity period forever but not only we're gonna have the Brand X title sponsor but we're gonna make sure we sellout every category we can in the film so maybe we sell a shoe and it becomes the greatest shoe you ever wore
Video examples
Unsung Heroes of Everest...
For me, this story was about this guy. It was not about the famous Sherpa, it's not about the guy that has all the big sponsors, it's not about the world record holder, it's about, kind of the blue-collar worker of the Sherpa world.
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Dangerous times call for...
So are my mentors, my champions, my supporters, my sponsors,
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Most Nail-Biting Moments...
if you sponsor he'll blow her cover
Video examples
Gary Haugen: The hidden...
I don't know if your first introduction might have been choruses of "We Are the World," or maybe the picture of a sponsored child on your refrigerator door, or maybe the birthday you donated for fresh water. I don't really remember what my first introduction to poverty was but I do remember the most jarring.
Video examples
What doctors don't know...
10 studies but only publishes the five that give the result that they want, we don't consider that to be research misconduct. And when that responsibility is diffused between a whole network of researchers, academics, industry sponsors, journal editors, for some reason we find it more acceptable,
Video examples
Sufferfest: 700 Miles of...
I started to write about my exploits and tell stories. And this led eventually to climbing sponsorship. I actually convinced some companies that they should sponsor me, including The North Face. That would really kinda transform my whole life. It allowed me to travel the world
Video examples
3 ways to be a better...
If you're a person with privilege, it's easier for you to advocate for allies. So use that privilege to create change. Three, change someone's life significantly. So, be there for somebody throughout their career. Mentor or sponsor them, give them opportunities as they grow.
Video examples
Tan Le: My immigration...
then studied to be a beautician and opened another business. And the women came with their stories about men who could not make the transition, angry and inflexible, and troubled children caught between two worlds. Grants and sponsors were sought. Centers were established.
Video examples
Avoiding desertification...
from successful people spreading the word ordinary people that are supporting families and so on that management needs to be holistic embracing all science and other sources of knowledge I don't think any scientist can argue the difficulty has been for sponsors
Video examples
The greatest TED Talk...
whole idea it's what in perpetuity period forever but not only we're gonna have the Brand X title sponsor but we're gonna make sure we sellout every category we can in the film so maybe we sell a shoe and it becomes the greatest shoe you ever wore
Video examples
Unsung Heroes of Everest...
For me, this story was about this guy. It was not about the famous Sherpa, it's not about the guy that has all the big sponsors, it's not about the world record holder, it's about, kind of the blue-collar worker of the Sherpa world.
Video examples
Dangerous times call for...
So are my mentors, my champions, my supporters, my sponsors,
Video examples
Most Nail-Biting Moments...
if you sponsor he'll blow her cover
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Quote examples
Paul Wolfowitz
American Public Servant
I think one has to say it's not just simply a matter of capturing people and holding them accountable, but removing the sanctuaries, removing the support systems, ending states who sponsor terrorism. And that's why it has to be a broad and sustained campaign.
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Sushma Swaraj
Indian Politician
We must be prepared to extract costs for those who sponsor and support terrorists, who provide them sanctuary, and who, despite their own claimed victimhood, continue to make the false distinction between good and bad terrorists.
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Rana el Kaliouby
Egyptian Scientist
Success is rarely about having the best, the most, or the cheapest features in a product. Instead, it is almost always about knowing what matters to your sponsor in a client or partner account and delivering on that.
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Kurt Sutter
American Director
I've learned in most areas of my life, to bounce heated choices off other people. Co-workers, my agent, my wife, a sponsor, etc. A majority of the time, that keeps me on the right side of things.
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Petra Kvitova
Czechoslovakian Athlete
The most important thing is definitely success on the tennis court. I know that if I win matches, everything else will fall into place, and the money and sponsors will follow.
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JR
French Artist
A really important point for me is that I don't use any brand or corporate sponsors. So I have no responsibility to anyone but myself and the subjects.
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Tyrann Mathieu
American Athlete
I'm trying to reach out for help as much as I can. That's why I got into a rehab program. That's why I get counseling. That's why I have a sponsor.
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Ariel Sharon
Israeli Leader
Arafat is hosting, training, supporting, sponsoring terrorist organizations.
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Chuck Hagel
American Politician
I have said many times that Iran is a state sponsor of terrorism.
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Jen Lilley
American Actress
My life is, like, sponsored by Keurig.
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Paul Wolfowitz
American Public Servant
I think one has to say it's not just simply a matter of capturing people and holding them accountable, but removing the sanctuaries, removing the support systems, ending states who sponsor terrorism. And that's why it has to be a broad and sustained campaign.
Quote examples
Sushma Swaraj
Indian Politician
We must be prepared to extract costs for those who sponsor and support terrorists, who provide them sanctuary, and who, despite their own claimed victimhood, continue to make the false distinction between good and bad terrorists.
Quote examples
Rana el Kaliouby
Egyptian Scientist
Success is rarely about having the best, the most, or the cheapest features in a product. Instead, it is almost always about knowing what matters to your sponsor in a client or partner account and delivering on that.
Quote examples
Kurt Sutter
American Director
I've learned in most areas of my life, to bounce heated choices off other people. Co-workers, my agent, my wife, a sponsor, etc. A majority of the time, that keeps me on the right side of things.
Quote examples
Petra Kvitova
Czechoslovakian Athlete
The most important thing is definitely success on the tennis court. I know that if I win matches, everything else will fall into place, and the money and sponsors will follow.
Quote examples
JR
French Artist
A really important point for me is that I don't use any brand or corporate sponsors. So I have no responsibility to anyone but myself and the subjects.
Quote examples
Tyrann Mathieu
American Athlete
I'm trying to reach out for help as much as I can. That's why I got into a rehab program. That's why I get counseling. That's why I have a sponsor.
Quote examples
Ariel Sharon
Israeli Leader
Arafat is hosting, training, supporting, sponsoring terrorist organizations.
Quote examples
Chuck Hagel
American Politician
I have said many times that Iran is a state sponsor of terrorism.
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Jen Lilley
American Actress
My life is, like, sponsored by Keurig.
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