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Invest in Cape May County's Future

Corporate partnerships with The Blue Kids directly fund private coaching, league participation, and sports program access for children who wouldn't otherwise have these opportunities.

Become a Corporate Partner
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Why Partner With The Blue Kids

A corporate partnership is not a one-time donation. It's a strategic, ongoing relationship that generates measurable community impact while aligning your brand with youth development.

One-Time Donation

A generous contribution that helps fund programs as needed.

Corporate Partnership

A committed relationship with structured benefits, ongoing recognition, regular impact reporting, and transparent accountability. Your business becomes part of our mission.

Local Impact

Directly fund youth sports for Cape May County children

Measurable Outcomes

Monthly data on children served and programs supported

Brand Alignment

Associate with youth development and community investment

Long-Term Partnership

Build ongoing relationship, not transactional donation

Corporate partners aren't just donors—they're stakeholders in building a stronger, more active community.

What Corporate Partners Support

Your partnership funds real, tangible resources that children use immediately.

Cape Express Soccer

Competitive and recreational leagues across Cape May County

CYBL Basketball

Youth basketball leagues providing structured play and skill development

Private Coaching

One-on-one professional instruction with certified coaches

Equipment & Access

Uniforms, registration fees, and facility access

Every dollar you contribute goes directly to removing financial barriers that keep kids out of sports.

Partnership Benefits

Your support is acknowledged publicly and professionally across all our channels.

Website Recognition

  • • Logo on Partners section
  • • Link to your business website
  • • Partnership tier designation

Event Recognition

  • • Logo on event signage and banners
  • • Recognition in event communications
  • • Mention in event programs

Social Media

  • • Quarterly recognition posts
  • • Tagged mentions and updates
  • • Partnership graphics for your channels

Annual Report

  • • Recognition in impact report
  • • Year-end acknowledgments
  • • Distributed to all stakeholders

Program Sponsorship

  • • Sponsor specific sports programs
  • • Event-specific opportunities
  • • Named program recognition

CSR Benefits

  • • Community connection
  • • Employee pride and engagement
  • • Brand goodwill

Accountability & Transparency

Corporate partners receive regular, detailed reporting on how funds are used and what impact they generate.

Monthly Updates

Children served, coaching hours funded, and fund allocation details

Quarterly Reports

Detailed financial summaries and line-item breakdowns

Annual Documentation

Tax receipts, impact report, and spending transparency

How Funds Are Used

80-85%

Direct program costs (coaching, league fees, equipment)

10-15%

Operational costs (insurance, facilities, background checks)

0-5%

Administrative overhead (100% volunteer-run, no salaries)

You will see this breakdown in every quarterly report.

Partnership Levels

Choose the partnership tier that aligns with your business size and community impact goals.

Community Partner

$2,500 - $4,999/year

Annual Impact:

Funds 50-100 coaching hours or supports 5-10 children's league participation

  • Logo on website Partners section with link
  • Recognition in quarterly partner emails
  • Social media recognition (2 posts/year)
  • Inclusion in annual impact report
  • Quarterly impact updates
  • Annual tax documentation

Best For:

Small to mid-sized local businesses seeking meaningful community impact

MOST POPULAR

Impact Partner

$5,000 - $9,999/year

Annual Impact:

Funds 100-200 coaching hours or supports 10-20 children's full season

  • All Community Partner benefits
  • Prominent logo placement on website
  • Recognition at supported events (banners/signage)
  • Social media recognition (4 posts/year)
  • Quarterly partnership spotlight feature
  • Option to sponsor specific program
  • Monthly impact updates
  • Employee volunteer opportunities

Best For:

Mid-sized businesses seeking enhanced visibility and community engagement

Champion Partner

$10,000+/year

Annual Impact:

Funds 200+ coaching hours or supports 20+ children's full-year participation

  • All Impact Partner benefits
  • Premier logo placement on homepage
  • Named program sponsorship
  • Presenting sponsor at major events
  • Social media recognition (8+ posts/year)
  • Bi-weekly impact updates with detailed data
  • Annual in-person strategy meeting
  • Present awards at season-end events
  • Custom co-branded marketing materials
  • Employee engagement opportunities

Best For:

Larger businesses seeking significant community impact and recognition

Custom Partnerships Available

Need event-specific sponsorship, in-kind partnerships, or multi-year commitments? We'll work with you to design a custom partnership that aligns with your business goals.

Discuss Custom Partnership

Payment & Administration

Corporate partnerships are processed securely and professionally through Stripe.

Billing Options

  • Annually — One payment per year (most common)
  • Quarterly — Four payments per year
  • Per-Event — Billed as events occur

What You Receive

  • Immediate email receipt after each payment
  • Quarterly tax-deductible summaries
  • Year-end tax documentation
  • Access to secure partner portal

No complicated contracts. No hidden fees. Just straightforward, professional partnership administration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we change our partnership tier mid-year?

Yes. If your business wants to increase or decrease its contribution level, we can adjust your partnership tier and billing at any time with 30 days' notice.

Are corporate partnerships tax-deductible?

Yes. The Blue Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 86-1908431). All corporate contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You'll receive quarterly and annual tax documentation.

Can we sponsor a specific child or team?

For privacy reasons, we cannot facilitate direct sponsorship of individual children. However, you can sponsor a specific program (e.g., Cape Express Soccer) or sport, and we'll provide detailed reporting on how your funds supported that program.

What if we want to pause or cancel our partnership?

We understand business circumstances change. Partnerships can be paused or canceled with 30 days' written notice. If billed annually, partial refunds are not provided, but we can discuss transitioning to a smaller tier.

Can our employees volunteer at events?

Absolutely. Impact Partners and Champion Partners receive invitations for employee volunteer opportunities at supported events and programs. We welcome corporate volunteer groups.

How quickly do funds get used?

Partnership funds are deployed immediately. Most contributions are used within 30-60 days to pay coaching fees, league registrations, or equipment costs. You'll see impact reports reflecting your contribution's use within the first month.

Ready to Partner With The Blue Kids?

Your corporate partnership makes an immediate, measurable difference in Cape May County. Every child who participates in sports because of your support gains confidence, discipline, and opportunity.