Sponsorships & Donation Opportunities 2025 – 2026
Soccer for every child in every neighborhood.
Your support makes our barrier-free mission possible. At Play Where You Stay (PWYS), we are dedicated to creating a comprehensive and accessible pathway for youth development, ensuring every child in Memphis can experience the character-building joy of soccer. By transforming local spaces into accessible training grounds, we eliminate the typical obstacles of high cost and required transportation that keep kids on the sidelines. Your donation or partnership doesn’t just fund a soccer ball—it directly builds confidence, teamwork, and lasting positive community impact that extends far beyond the field. Join us in fulfilling our vision to see a vibrant, inclusive Memphis community where every child thrives.
Review the opportunities below to find the level of support that best allows you to invest in a barrier-free pathway for Memphis youth.
Neighborhood
The PWYS Neighborhood Program is a vital initiative designed to break down barriers and bring the benefits of organized soccer directly to youth in their own communities. By hosting games and practices locally, the program ensures accessibility and affordability, offering hundreds of children the chance to develop athletic skills, teamwork, and confidence without the logistical burden of travel. Sponsoring the Neighborhood Program is a direct investment in grassroots community development, helping us provide quality equipment, coaching, and a positive, structured environment for young players right where they live. Your support ensures we can continue to foster positive growth and health outcomes within the heart of our neighborhoods.
| Sponsorship Tier | Investment | Availability | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location Sponsor | $2,500.00 per season | 6 available | Highly visible Flags & Banners at the neighborhood field, plus recognition on the Website and Social Media. |
| Neighborhood Location Jersey Sponsor | $600.00 per season | 6 available | Your Name on the Jersey worn by players in a specific neighborhood, reinforcing local presence. |
| Coach Sponsor | $1,000.00 per season | Season-long | Recognition on the Website and Social Media for supporting a team’s dedicated coach. |
| Assistant Coach Sponsor | $850.00 per season | Season-long | Recognition on the Website and Social Media for supporting a team’s assistant coach. |
| Equipment Sponsor | $250.00 per season | Season-long | Recognition on the Website and Social Media for funding essential team gear. |
| Player Scholarship Fund | Donation (Any Amount) |
Ongoing | Helps cover player fees for families in need, recognized on the Website. |
| General Fund | Donation (Any Amount) |
Ongoing | Provides general operating support for the program, recognized on the Website and Social Media. |
PWYS Game Day
PWYS Game Day Soccer Saturdays offers a vibrant, community-focused platform perfect for connecting with local families and making a tangible impact. Every Saturday, our fields become a hub of excitement, drawing dedicated parents, players, and supporters for a day of youth soccer matches. Sponsoring PWYS is an opportunity to showcase your brand directly to a highly engaged audience while demonstrating your commitment to local youth development, health, and wellness. Align your company with the positive energy and community spirit that defines Game Day and become an essential part of the PWYS family.
| Sponsorship Tier | Investment | Availability | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Game Day Sponsor | $750.00 per Saturday | 08 available | Flag & Signage at Game Day, Website recognition, Social Media mentions, and high-visibility branding. |
| Game Day Jersey Sponsor | $600.00 per season | Season-long | Company Name on Jersey, Website recognition, and Social Media mentions. |
| Field Sponsor | $500.00 per season | 04 fields available | Dedicated Field Signage, and Website recognition. |
| Player Scholarship Fund | Donation (Any Amount) |
Ongoing | Support for player fees, recognized on the Website. |
| General Fund | Donation (Any Amount) |
Ongoing | General operating support, recognized on the Website. |
Investing in the PWYS Academy Program
The PWYS Academy Program represents the highest level of commitment to player development within our organization, providing focused, competitive soccer for motivated boys and girls aged 12-18. This program offers club-level training and competitive play to talented youth who might otherwise face significant financial or logistical barriers. By supporting the Academy, sponsors invest directly in holistic player growth, providing professional coaching, equipment, and critical exposure to college coaches via highlight reels and strategic play. Your sponsorship enables us to maintain a “no one turned away” policy, ensuring that skill, not socioeconomic status, determines a player’s path to success both on and off the field.
| Sponsorship Tier | Investment | Availability | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Program Sponsor | $5,000.00 per season | Season-long | Comprehensive recognition across Website, Social Media, Email communications, and sponsorship of Equipment and the Player Scholarship Fund. |
| Team Sponsorship | $500.00 per season | Per Team | Name on Jersey, plus recognition on the Website and Social Media. |
| Team Jersey Sponsorship | $500.00 per season | Per Team | Exclusive Name on Jersey recognition for a specific team. |
| Team Travel Sponsorship | $350.00 per season | Per Team | Recognition on the Website and Social Media for supporting a team’s travel needs. |
| Coaching Staff Sponsorship (2) | (Investment not specified) | Per Team | Name on Jersey for both the Head Coach and Assistant Coach, plus Website and Social Media recognition. |
| Head Coach Sponsorship | (Investment not specified) | Per Coach | Name on Jersey for a team’s Head Coach. |
| Assistant Coach Sponsorship | (Investment not specified) | Per Coach | Name on Jersey for a team’s Assistant Coach. |