sponsorship
Americannoun
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the position or function of a person or group who vouches for, supports, advises, or helps fund another person or an organization or project.
The money from your sponsorship will go towards paying the child's school fees and ensuring they get three meals a day.
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an arrangement under which a company helps fund a radio or television program, a convention or other event, or a charitable organization in return for an opportunity to advertise.
For health-based nonprofits, securing a sponsorship from a pharmaceutical company can be a great asset, because of the money and other support it provides.
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Christianity. the position or function of a person who promises to mentor a youth or new convert preparing for confirmation or initiation, or who answers for an infant at baptism.
A simple “I’m praying for you” text message to the candidate can be a powerful reminder that you take your sponsorship seriously.
Etymology
Origin of sponsorship
Example Sentences
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It said those companies were only required to pay a portion of the relevant sponsorship fees, with the remainder funded by club owners Abu Dhabi United Group.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
City did not only generate revenue from sponsorship funds in that time.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
Sir Nicholas, who was born to German-Jewish parents, made a list of the children that needed sponsorship and found homes for them to go to in Britain.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
So, the ruling says, City found a way to boost sponsorship income.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026
Without state sponsorship, aviation is available only to the wealthy.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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