Aligning your company with the power of community building and philanthropy year-round
The Portage Foundation is a community-built and community-focused charitable organization dedicated to making a lasting impact. Our goal is to support local causes through sustainable grant-making, endowment growth, and personalized donor partnerships. By connecting generous donors with meaningful causes, we ensure that every gift leaves a legacy of hope and progress.
This year we are offering several levels of sponsorships to allow local professionals and businesses to partner with us and build a stronger community. From our annual Pickleball Classic, to our Experience Portage County fundraiser to our community speaker series events and nonprofit workshops, we can help you connect with your target audience to build your brand.
THE BENEFITS OF PARTNERSHIP
IMPACT
Your sponsorship drives meaningful change in the community, addressing critical needs and uplifting the lives of residents.
VISIBILITY
Gain exposure through a 12-month rolling sponsorship with your brand included in our events, reports, and media coverage showcasing your commitment to social good.
TRUST
Align your brand with a trusted organization known for transparency and effectiveness and connected to a network of donors, local leaders, and community partners.
ANNUAL SPONSORSHIP, LASTING IMPACT – 12 MONTHS OF VISIBILITY
With an annual sponsorship, your organization will be recognized at every Portage Foundation event for 12 full months—including our signature Pickleball Classic and Donor Appreciation event. It’s a powerful way to demonstrate your commitment to community impact while keeping your brand in front of engaged, values-driven audiences all year long.
Community Speaker Series
Experience Portage County Auction
CORE Non-Profit Conference
Annual Open House & Donor Appreciation
Experience Portage County – September 2025
Experience Portage County is an annual online auction celebrating the vibrant spirit and hidden gems of our local communities. Featuring one-of-a-kind experiences you won’t find anywhere else, this event brings together residents, businesses, and visitors in support of a great cause.
By becoming a sponsor, you’ll align your brand with a high-visibility campaign that highlights the best of Portage County—while directly supporting programs that strengthen and uplift the region. Join us in showcasing what makes our community truly extraordinary.
CORE Non-Profit Conference – September 12, 2025
The CORE Non-Profit Conference is a premier annual event that brings together nonprofit leaders from across the region for a dynamic day of learning, networking, and growth. Through expert-led sessions and collaborative discussions, attendees gain practical skills and fresh perspectives to strengthen their organizations and better serve their missions.
Sponsoring CORE is a powerful way to support the nonprofits that drive positive change in our communities—while connecting your brand to purpose-driven leadership and impact.
Donor Appreciation Night
Donor Appreciation Night is a special evening dedicated to honoring the generous donors and sponsors who make our work possible. This intimate event offers a heartfelt thank-you while showcasing the meaningful impact their support has on our community.
It’s also an opportunity for sponsors to align their brand with philanthropy, community leadership, and positive change—enhancing visibility and reinforcing a strong, values-driven reputation among fellow supporters and community influencers.
Pickleball Classic – March 7, 2026
The Pickleball Classic is a lively annual fundraising event held at one of Northeast Ohio’s premier racquet clubs, right in the heart of Portage County. Whether you’re a seasoned pickler or picking up a paddle for the first time, this fun-filled evening offers friendly competition, exciting raffle prizes, and a chance to rally behind a great cause.
For sponsors, it’s a unique opportunity to gain brand visibility among an engaged, community-minded audience while aligning with a fast-growing sport and a mission that drives real local impact.
WAYS TO PARTNER WITH US
VISIONARY LEADER – $10,000
- Featured as the Title Sponsor of all Portage Foundation events on all materials for 12 months, including Experience Portage County, the Pickleball Classic, as well as our Non-Profit workshops, conferences, and community events
- Prominent logo placement on event signage at all events
- Six targeted social media mentions on Facebook, lnstagram, and Linkedln with links
- Logo on website with links for 12 months
- Logo on all Portage Foundation Newsletters sent quarterly to over 1300 contacts
- Logo on Fundholder Quarterly, a newsletter sent exclusively to Fundholders
- Recognition in media and PR efforts
- Verbal recognition at all Portage Foundation events
- Opportunity for promotional material in swag bags and on-site presence all events as desired
- Listing in Portage Foundation annual report with logo
- CORE Conference: Two registrations that can be used or transferred as scholarships to Nonprofit Workshops offered during 12-month period
- Recognition at annual Donor Appreciation event
- Pickleball Classic: Two teams of 2 players each for Learn-to-Play Clinic and Social Pickleball play, plus Four Spectator tickets
- Logo placement at registration and courtside for Pickleball Classic
LEGACY PARTNER – $5,000
- Choice of featured sponsor of event: Pickleball Classic -Learn to Play Pickleball Clinic, Social Pickleball Play, Swag Bags, or Raffle; CORE Conference – Breakfast, Lunch, Swag Bags; Donor Appreciation; Community Speaker Series
- Prominent logo placement on event signage at all events for 12 months
- Three targeted social media mentions on Facebook, lnstagram, and Linkedln
- Logo on website with links for 12 months
- Logo on all Portage Foundation Newsletters sent quarterly to over 1300 contacts
- Logo on Fundholder Quarterly, a newsletter sent exclusively to Fundholders
- Recognition in media and PR efforts
- Verbal recognition at events
- Opportunity for promotional material in swag bags at all events as desired
- Listing in Portage Foundation annual report with logo
- CORE Conference: One registration that can be used or transferred as scholarships to Nonprofit Workshops offered in 2025
- Recognition at Donor Appreciation event
- Pickleball Classic: One team of 2 players each for Learn-to-Play and Social Pickleball play, plus Two Spectator tickets
- Logo placement courtside for Pickleball Classic
COMMUNITY BUILDER – $2,500
- Logo placement on event signage at all events
- One targeted social media mention on Facebook, lnstagram, and Linkedln
- Logo on all Portage Foundation Newsletters sent quarterly to over 1300 contacts
- Recognition in media and PR efforts
- Listing in Portage Foundation annual report by name
- Recognition at Donor Appreciation event
- Pickleball Classic: One team of 2 players each Learn-to-Play Clinic and Social Pickleball play, plus Two Spectator tickets
- Logo placement courtside for Pickleball Classic
COMMUNITY SUPPORTER – $1,000
- Name listed on event signage at events of all Sponsors
- Recognition in media and PR efforts
- Listing in Portage Foundation annual report by name
- Recognition at Donor Appreciation event
- Pickleball Classic: One team of 2 players each Learn-to-Play Clinic and Social Pickleball play, plus Two Spectator tickets
- Logo placement courtside for Pickleball Classic
COMMUNITY ADVOCATE – $500
- Name listed on website for 12 months
- Acknowledgement in media and PR efforts
- Name listed in Portage Foundation annual report
- Recognition at Donor Appreciation event
- Pickleball Classic: Two Spectator tickets
CUSTOM & IN-KIND OPPORTUNITIES
- Let’s work together to create a sponsorship plan that meets your specific philanthropic goals. Contact us for more information.
JOIN US AND SHAPE THE FUTURE
Your sponsorship isn’t just support—it’s an investment in a thriving, connected, and resilient community. Together, we achieve more.
Organizations can sign up to become a Portage Foundation sponsor either by check or credit card using the links provided:
Your legacy, OUR mission.
Create a lasting impact on your most cherished causes while gaining tax benefits for yourself. Contact us today and help build a brighter future.