sponsorship

American  

[spon-ser-ship] / ˈspɒn sər ʃɪp /

noun

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

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Etymology

Origin of sponsorship

sponsor ( def. ) + -ship ( def. )

Example Sentences

After it was inscribed as intangible cultural heritage, the government provided free venues, allocated annual subsidies to support regular competitions, and attracted sponsorship.

From Barron's • Jun. 28, 2026

The sports complex is ringed with four elephant-size logos of the apparel company, one of the perks of a $220 million naming-rights sponsorship that saw its brand splashed far and wide during the Super Bowl.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026

It “did not oversee any of the publications” that Princeton put out under its sponsorship, he said.

From Salon • Jun. 26, 2026

Membership in the academy is by sponsorship rather than application.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

We already have sponsorship lined up with Bargain Mart.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

Related Words

• aegis
• aid
• auspices
• backing
• patronage
• sponsor