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Sponsorship Agreement Form (PDF)
Suggested benefits for the local Little League to provide to individual team
sponsors:
Name of business on uniform: This practice has been in place in Little League Baseball
since its inception in 1939. The name of the business sponsoring the team could be placed
on the front or back of the uniform, or on the caps. Remember, the name of the business
must not imply the sale or use of alcohol or tocacco, or any product or
activity not in keeping with Little League's good name. For example, "Joe's Grocery Store" is
acceptable, even if Joe's Grocery Store sells tobacco products. However, "Joe's Discount
Cigarette Outlet" would not be acceptable. Also, the name of the business must not offend
community standards. This is a decision of the local Little League board of directors.
Name of business on fence sign: Many leagues use outfield fence signs to recognize
sponsors, provided the signs are permitted by local laws and ordinances. Remember, the name of the
business must ont imply the sale or use of alcohol or tobacco, or any product or activity not in
keeping with Little League's good name. For example, "Joe's Grocery Store" is acceptable, even if Joe's
Grocery Store sells tobacco products. However, "Joe's Discount Cigarette Outlet" would not be
acceptable. Also, the name of the business must not offend community standards. This is a
decision of the local Little League board of directors.
Recognition Day: Some leagues set one day aside to recognize their team sponsors. The
President of a company or local manage, may be asked to throw out a ceremonial first
pitch, and invited to watch a game.
Recognition Plaques or Certificates: Some leagues produce a plaque, with a team photo,
in honor of the team sponsor, a certificate of appreciation. These are often displayed
by the sponsor
as a matter of community pride.
Programs and Scorecards: Many leagues produce some kind of program. Recognition of sponsors in this publication
is always useful.
Remember, sponsorship of a team does not give the sponsor any rights in the operation
of, or the outfitting of, any particular team or the league itself.
Sponsorship Agreement Form (PDF)
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