Sponsor a School
Become an Urban Initiatives Champion Partner
A champion is one who supports and advocates for others; a winner. We invite corporations, foundations, and individuals to sponsor the Work to Play Program at a particular school and to directly participate in its success through our Champion Partners Program.
A Champion Partner is:
- A sponsor of the Work to Play Program at a specific partner school;
- A direct participant in the program by visiting soccer sessions as a volunteer coach and/or attending other program related events such as team parties and Principal for a Day;
- A recipient of seasonal program schedules and regular updates about the direct impact sponsorship is having on the students at the partner school.
Why become a Champion Partner
- Understand first-hand how life skills such as teamwork, commitment, respect, and focus help the children become better students and make better life choices.
- Observe the impact of regular fitness, healthy eating, and nutrition education on the children.
- See the children's joy at learning a new sport carry over into the classroom in better attendance and improved academic engagement.
- Watch the children's self-esteem and drive to succeed improve.
- Besides the satisfaction of making an impact, Champion Partners are recognized in Urban Initiatives mailings, during special events, on the website, and with a plaque on the Champion Wall at the Urban Initiatives office.
How to become a Champion Partner
- Make a $15,000 contribution to Urban Initiatives per year for a minimum of two years. Contributions can be made in cash or in-kind donations.
- To become a Champion Partner or to learn more about the program contact julie@urbaninitiatives.org or call the Urban Initiatives office at (312) 715-1763.
"Storck is a 100 year-old German family business. Our slogan "Storck-Part of Your World" reflects that we want to be a positive part of people's lives-not only through offering great tasting candy but also through supporting the community. In sponsoring Urban Initiatives we can emphasize this mission. We can positively affect the lives of the children and families that are participating in this program and also give back to the community of the City of Chicago that has embraced us for the past 30 years now." - Ralf Hilpuesch, CEO Storck North America the Champion Partner of Jenner
"The reward of soccer participation appeared to be a high motivation factor to achieve academic success with the children I met at Walsh Elementary School." - Bill Devers, President Devers Group the Champion Partner of Walsh while serving as Principal for a Day