Frequently Asked Questions - Sponsorships

• Q: Why does the League need sponsors?
  
  A: The actual real cost per player to the League is $118.  In an effort to allow as many girls to play as possible we work very hard to keep registration fees down.  We charge $100.00 for one player.  Families with more than one player pay $150 for two, and $175 for three or more.  Funds from sponsors help to offset the shortfall.
  
  
• Q: What makes up the actual real cost per player?
  
  A: The actual real cost per player is comprised of many elements including Equipment (including game balls, bases, catcher’s equipment and batting helmets), County Field Usage fees, Umpire fees, Insurance, Awards, Uniforms, Administrative Costs (including postage and printing to send annual registration packets), and Advertising Costs.
  
  
• Q: Does the individual team receive any of the money provided by their sponsor?
  
  A: Not directly.  However, the League offers incentives to teams who bring sponsors to the League.  These incentives are based on the number of sponsors each team brings, and include free nicknames printed on the back of the uniform shirts, free socks, chances to win a gift card for Dick’s Sporting Goods, and a pizza party for the team.
  
  
• Q: Is the sponsorship donation tax deductible?
  
  A: The Prince William Lassie League is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(7) nonprofit organization.  A tax attorney or accountant should be consulted to determine the tax benefits of being a sponsor.
  
  
• Q: How much does it cost to be a team sponsor?
  
  A: The fee to sponsor a team is $250.00.
  
  
• Q: How are team sponsors recognized?
  
  A: The name of the sponsor is included on the team banner that is displayed at all games, is listed on our website, and is included in League correspondence.   Team sponsors also can receive a plaque at the end of the season with a team picture that may be displayed.  Mark YES on the form if you'd like one.
  
  
• Q: Are other sponsorship opportunities available?
  
  A: Yes, League sponsorships are available.  There is no minimum dollar amount required in order to be a League sponsor.