TEAM X Sponsorship

We are incredibly grateful for your consideration in supporting our team. Your sponsorship means the world to us and would greatly impact our ability to participate and excel in competitions.

We understand the value of your contribution and assure you that it will be used wisely. Your support not only helps us with resources and equipment but also provides us with the motivation and confidence to push our boundaries and strive for excellence!

Sponsorship Packet

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FIRST
For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology

There are 4 levels of robotics under FIRST:

FLL Jr. (FIRST Lego League Jr.) grades K-4th
FLL (FIRST Lego League) grades 4th – 8th
FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) grades 7th-12th
FRC (FIRST Robotics Competition) grades 9th -12th

Our team is under the FTC program!

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Your generous contribution will help us:

Buy new parts, tools, and kits for our robots
Pay for the registration fees and travel expenses for the competitions
Attend workshops, camps, and mentorship programs to improve our skills
Inspire more kids to join and enjoy robotics and STEM

Here is the complete breakdown of our budget and various cost categories

Budget and various cost categories

Item / Category	Desc	Unit Cost
FIRST Season	Registration cost to multiple events	$2,500 - $3,500
Robot Parts and Materials	Motors, servos, controllers, sensors, etc	$6,000 - $9,000
3D Printing & CNC	Sheet metal, iterations	$1,000 - $3,000
Tools and Equipment	Tools for building & maintaining the robot, inc. software	$1,500 - $3,000
Team Swag and Merchandise	T-shirts, stickers, banners, etc.	$1,500 - $2,500
Travel Expenses	Out of state travel	Not Budgeted
Outreach (and misc)	Outreach, food, refreshments, shipping	$2,500 - $5,000
TOTAL		$15,000 - $26,000

Sponsorship Levels

Your contribution will not only help us, but also benefit you in many ways. By sponsoring our team, you will

Receive a tax receipt for your contribution (IGNITE Pathways is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit)
Be featured on our website and social media as a sponsor
Get your brand in front of hundreds of like-minded students, parents, and professionals
Have the opportunity to visit our team and see our robots in action
Make a positive impact on the future of robotics and STEM education

We offer a range of benefits for corporate sponsors at each sponsorship level.

BRONZE
$500+

Recognition on the team website and social media
Certificate of Appreciation
Opportunity to provide branded merchandise or promotional materials for team outreach events.

SILVER
$1000+

Name / Logo on T-Shirts
Company Name / Logo displayed on the team website and social media
Certificate of Appreciation
Recognition in team newsletter.
Invitation to select team events for networking.
Recognition during team presentations.
Opportunity to provide branded merchandise or promotional materials for team outreach events.

GOLD
$1500+

Name / Logo on T-Shirts
Company Name / Logo displayed on team website and social media.
Company Name / Logo on Pit / Banner at Competitions
Recognition in team newsletter, blog or press release.
Invitation to select team events for networking
Recognition during team presentations and awards ceremonies.
Opportunity to provide branded merchandise or promotional materials for team outreach events.
Team Photo Plaque

PLATINUM
$2500+

Company Name / Logo on Robot
Company Name / Logo prominently displayed on team website, social media, and team apparel.
Company Name / Logo on Pit / Banner at Competitions
Dedicated sponsor spotlight in team newsletter, blog or press release.
Exclusive access to team events and competitions for networking opportunities.
Recognition during team presentations and awards ceremonies.
Personal Team appearance with Robot and presentation at one company event
Opportunity to provide branded merchandise or promotional materials for team outreach events and competitions.
Team Photo Plaque