YWCC Capstone Program - Connecting Industry with Innovation

Sponsorship Tiers & Benefits

Choose the sponsorship level that aligns with your organization's goals and commitment. Each tier offers unique benefits and recognition opportunities.

Evaluation Rubric

All sponsorships are evaluated based on alignment with program goals, engagement quality, and impact on student learning. Scores determine tier placement and benefits.

Excellent

Exemplary alignment; sustained, high impact partnership

Very Good

Strong alignment; exceeds expectations in several areas

Good

Clear alignment; meets expectations

Fair

Partial alignment; inconsistent engagement

Poor

Unclear/misaligned; minimal value to students

Tier Overview

Diamond Level

AScore: 90-100

VIP: First choice on projects, maximum visibility

Gold Level

BScore: 80-89

Priority placement and enhanced visibility

Silver Level

CScore: 70-79

Standard participation and recognition

Basic Level

DScore: 60-69

Basic participation and acknowledgment

Diamond Level Sponsorship

Score Range: 90-100 | VIP: First choice on projects, maximum visibility

Expectations

Significant financial sponsorship to support multiple capstone projects, tools, and resources
Active involvement in project ideation, mentoring, or evaluation
Participation in capstone showcase events and keynote opportunities
Long-term partnership commitment with YWCC Capstone Program

Benefits

Exclusive Branding

Prominent logo placement on capstone website, event banners, and marketing materials
Dedicated "Diamond Sponsor" section in all promotional content

Networking Opportunities

VIP access to showcase events to connect with top students, faculty, and industry leaders
Special invitations to exclusive YWCC networking sessions

Talent Pipeline

Priority access to recruiting top-performing capstone students for internships or full-time roles
Early access to student teams with possible early bird sessions before official project kickoff

Thought Leadership

Opportunity to host workshops or seminars during the capstone program
Co-branding on selected projects for public or industry presentations

Recognition

Featured acknowledgment during opening and closing ceremonies
Opportunity to present awards to winning teams

Interested in Diamond Level Sponsorship? Contact us to discuss how we can create a partnership that meets your goals.

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Gold Level Sponsorship

Score Range: 80-89 | Priority placement and enhanced visibility

Expectations

Moderate financial support or resource donations
Participation in project mentorship or judging
Involvement in one capstone showcase event annually

Benefits

High Visibility

Logo placement on capstone website and program materials in a featured position
Mention in capstone program press releases and newsletters

Recruitment

Direct interaction with students during showcase events
Access to résumés and project details of participating students

Acknowledgment

Recognition as a Gold Sponsor during ceremonies and in program materials

Involvement

Optional guest speaker role in capstone classes or workshops

Interested in Gold Level Sponsorship? Contact us to discuss how we can create a partnership that meets your goals.

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Silver Level Sponsorship

Score Range: 70-79 | Standard participation and recognition

Expectations

Partial financial or in-kind support
Participation in project review sessions or feedback opportunities
Presence in showcase event materials

Benefits

Recognition

Logo placement on capstone website and event flyers under "Silver Sponsors" section
Verbal acknowledgment during showcase events

Talent Engagement

Opportunity to provide feedback to students on their projects
Invitations to attend and network at showcase events

Moderate Branding

Mention in select capstone program communications
Co-sponsorship acknowledgment on select projects

Interested in Silver Level Sponsorship? Contact us to discuss how we can create a partnership that meets your goals.

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Basic Level Sponsorship

Score Range: 60-69 | Basic participation and acknowledgment

Expectations

Minimal financial support
Limited involvement in capstone activities, such as attending events

Benefits

Recognition

Logo placement on capstone website under "Basic Sponsors" section
Mention in capstone program thank-you newsletter

Access

Invitation to attend capstone showcase events to observe and interact

Contribution

Public acknowledgment of sponsorship contribution during closing remarks

Interested in Basic Level Sponsorship? Contact us to discuss how we can create a partnership that meets your goals.

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Join our community of industry leaders who are shaping the future through innovative student partnerships. Every sponsorship level makes a meaningful difference.