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

Little is known about ZKP, which also announced a similar sponsorship deal with Australian rugby league team Dolphins in early November.

From BBC

AI is also improving the success rate on advertising, and there is no end of spare surface area for sponsorship—including Rufus chats.

From Barron's

Kahn’s lawyer said Epstein asked him to prepare the letter, he had no reason to question Enhanced Education’s sponsorship and there was no suggestion of abuse.

From The Wall Street Journal

Previously, the International Olympic Committee required “clean venues,” which necessitated scrubbing all mention of corporate sponsorship.

From Los Angeles Times

Many schools and nurseries now operate breakfast clubs for pupils, often with sponsorship from the major supermarket chains and brands.

From BBC

Related Words

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