Empire United SA, Inc. is a non-profit charity 501(c)(3) corporation committed to the development of young athletes participating in the sport of soccer. Each team participates in multiple fund raising events to help offset the cost of uniforms, equipment, facility rental, tournaments and travel costs. Any contributions made by generous sponsors will support these needs. Contributions are tax deductible.
The Empire United Soccer Academy sponsorship program provides opportunities for area groups, individuals and corporations to support area youth with opportunities to develop and grow as athletes and individuals. A sponsorship links that corporate brand with Western New York’s most notable youth sports organization.
One hundred percent of all corporate sponsorship contributions are used to offset participation costs for the players. Corporate sponsors have contribution levels. Donation amounts provide selection for company logos and messages to be placed on team apparel/equipment and are noted on our web site (www.empireusa.org).
The Audience for Sponsorship
Our affiliation with the United State Soccer Development Academy creates tremendous potential for your corporate message to reach significant numbers of parents, players and fans of youth soccer. With the game of soccer’s interest exploding to tens of thousands of youth soccer participants in Upstate New York, the Empire United Soccer Academy stand alone as "the" recognized organization for premier level youth soccer in Western New York.
Local, Regional and National Exposure
Our activity schedule for approximately 100 teams [girls and boys ..ages 9-19] is year around with over 2000 games player annually. Teams participate locally, at prominent events around New York State and in high profile tournaments throughout the United States. Recognition of your corporate sponsorship with the Empire United Soccer Academy will provide valued exposure and awareness for your company.
National Soccer Facts
- New York State West is the 12th largest State association with over 70,000 registered players.
- Soccer ranks nationally as the No.2 participatory sport for children under 12.
- Soccer ranks nationally as the No.4 participatory sport for children under 18.
- Soccer players come from a variety of economic backgrounds, confirming that soccer is truly a game for everyone.
SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
Corporate Sponsorship Program
Corporate Sponsorship Program partners can utilize and involve our entire organization. Any marketing initiatives or advertising inventiveness can be integrated into a custom program that will maximize a business’ promotional initiatives through youth development.
Participation in this program will support our mission to provide exceptional local athletes with quality teaching, facilities, proactive leadership and exposure to regional and national competition.
If you would like to discuss ideas, options or posibilities, we would be glad to provide more information, answer your questions or set up an appointment to meet with you personally.
Team Sponsorship Program
The Team Sponsorship Program provides a process to help players whose families cannot totally support these opportunities for their children. The program enables families to solicit donations from area individuals and businesses. Sponsorship proceeds will be applied to the soliciting player’s tuition.
Fundraising
Each team participates in multiple fund raising events to help offset the cost of uniforms, equipment, facilities rental, tournament and travel costs. In addition, we help less fortunate players whose families can not totally support the opportunities for their children.
If you have any Sponsorship or fundraising questions, please contact us at Sponsorship@empireunitedsa.org
