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

Holiday company Tui has also ended its sponsorship of the show, as well as its Australian spin-off.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

He did not say how many sponsorship tags had been removed but AFP's review found at least four posts were affected.

From Barron's • Jun. 13, 2026

Domestic sponsorship money is expected to be the largest revenue source for what the organizing committee promised to be a privately funded Games.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

This year Starbucks will hand out coffee to San Francisco Pride marchers, but is skipping its usual sponsorship, according to a spokeswoman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The team of five boys and five girls was housed in various homes throughout the township: there wasn’t enough sponsorship money to pay for hotel accommodations.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane

Related Words

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