Sponsorships
Supporting the Community Through Sponsorships
Seattle Children’s is proud to support and partner with community organizations, nonprofits, community groups, research- and scientifically-focused organizations and others to improve the health and safety of families and the livability of our community now and into the future.
Seattle Children’s receives many requests for support from various community groups and organizations, but we are only able to sponsor a select number of events, activities and programs that are strongly aligned with strategic and community health priorities and meet our sponsorship guidelines. It is our goal that sponsorships benefit Seattle Children’s, the community partner and the shared vision of improving child health and well-being in the community.
We ask that one sponsorship request be submitted per organization per fiscal year (October to September). Please look at your sponsorship needs for the year before submitting a request for sponsorship.
Please read these guidelines before completing the sponsorship form below:
Sponsorship Criteria
- Aligns with Seattle Children’s mission, vision, values and strategic and community health priorities
- Reaches families we serve (Washington, Alaska, Montana, Idaho)
- Addresses one or more social drivers (i.e., social determinants) of health
- Provides tangible and measurable outcomes and benefits
- Provides positive exposure for the Seattle Children’s brand
Preference may be given to organizations that:
- Support current Seattle Children’s partnerships and/or programs.
- Have an active and ongoing presence near Seattle Children’s Hospital campus, Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic or regional locations.
- Provide opportunities to advance child health and address one of our community health priorities.
- Have potential for a sustainable partnership or relationship.
Ineligible activities
- Causes/events/missions that are not linked to child health or its determinants
- National or international organizations/events that do not benefit the local community
- Programs or activities that duplicate or conflict with Seattle Children’s efforts
- Religious activities, in whole or in part, for the purpose of furthering religious doctrine
- Requests that benefit an individual person or family
- School-affiliated orchestras, bands, choirs, drama groups, yearbooks, or class/team projects
- Auxiliary organizations, services or troops/groups
- Travel expenses
- Door prizes or raffles
- General operating expenses
- Political candidates or organizations
- Capital or equipment
- Film or documentary productions
- Memorials or endowments
Proposal Review and Evaluation
A Seattle Children’s committee reviews sponsorship proposals monthly using the criteria above to evaluate your proposal. If there is a need for additional information, Seattle Children’s will contact you.
Deadlines for Proposal Submission
Proposals should be submitted 2 to 3 months prior to the event or activity.
Sponsorship Implementation
The sponsorship team will contact you on or before your sponsorship deadline to let you know if we can sponsor your event or activity. If the sponsorship request is approved, a Seattle Children’s representative will work with you and your organization to implement the sponsorship.
Contact Us
Please send questions about our sponsorship process and criteria to: [email protected].
If you or your organization are interested in sponsoring or supporting a Seattle Children’s fundraising event, please email Seattle Children’s Foundation and Guild Association or call 206-987-2153 or 800-635-1432 (toll-free).
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to be a nonprofit organization to request sponsorship?
Applicants are typically expected to be a recognized nonprofit organization, such as a 501(c)(3), or to work with a qualified fiscal sponsor.
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How much funding can be requested?
Sponsorship amounts can range from $250 to $10,000, depending on the scope, impact, relationship history with Seattle Children’s and available funding. First-time applicants are generally awarded at the lower end of the funding range.
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How many times can I submit a request for sponsorship?
Organizations may submit one request per fiscal year (October to September). We recommend reviewing your organization’s needs and submitting a single proposal that includes a range of options for the committee to consider. Any additional requests submitted within the same fiscal year will be automatically declined.
Please note that our ability to fulfill sponsorship requests may vary year-to-year depending on budget and organizational priorities.
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When will I receive a decision on my request?
Applicants will be notified of a decision within 1 to 3 months of the event date.
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What are my responsibilities once my sponsorship is approved?
A member of the Sponsorships team will contact the individual listed on the proposal once to request an invoice and any additional documents needed to process payment. Payment is typically issued within 30 days.
Additionally, Seattle Children’s requires sponsorship recipients to submit a letter within three months of receiving funds that includes the following information:
- The name and tax ID number of the organization.
- An acknowledgment of the donation/sponsorship, stating the amount received.
- A description of how the funds will be used, including any outcomes or initiatives supported by the award, and how they address community health priorities identified in the Community Health Assessment.
- The estimated value of goods or services (such as tickets/admission to the event) provided to Seattle Children’s in exchange for the sponsorship, or a statement that no goods or services were provided (if that was the case).
Failure to provide this letter within the requested timeframe, or to request an extension in advance, may impact eligibility for future sponsorship funding from Seattle Children’s.
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My request was not approved. How can I strengthen future proposals?
Due to limited funding, we are unable to support all requests. Sponsorships are prioritized for requests that demonstrate strong alignment with our community health priority areas and strategic plan; have an active or ongoing presence near Seattle Children’s Hospital campus, Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic or our regional clinics; or have an established relationship with Seattle Children’s.