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

She believes in advancing immigration reform through employer sponsorship, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Other venues and World Cup committees could still execute sponsorship deals like the one Philadelphia made with Airbnb, but none have been announced yet.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Laguarta is also pinning his hopes on PepsiCo's sponsorship of this summer's World Cup, being hosted in the US, Mexico and Canada.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

It is undervalued—with a price-to-tangible-book value of 90%, well below peers—and without meaningful shareholder sponsorship.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Still, the scores can help or hurt an individual tribute in terms of sponsorship.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins

Related Words

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