SPONSORSHIP SUPPORT ROLES

These roles support the financial and partnership backbone of each Ride Out of the Darkness® chapter. Sponsorship Support volunteers help build meaningful relationships with businesses, organizations, and individuals who believe in the Love Surrounds You® mission. All Sponsorship Support roles are 12-month commitments designed to allow steady outreach, relationship-building, and event preparation. Time commitment varies by role.

  • ROLE TYPE
    Sponsorship Support Role — 12-Month Assignment

    ROLE PURPOSE
    Initiates outreach to potential sponsors and schedules sponsorship conversations to introduce the Ride Out of the Darkness® mission and partnership opportunities.

    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
    • Identifies and contacts potential sponsors
    • Sends introductory emails or messages
    • Schedules sponsorship calls or meetings
    • Hands off warm leads to the Sponsor Relationship Coordinator
    • Tracks outreach progress using provided tools

    TIME COMMITMENT
    • 12-month commitment
    • Light, flexible monthly outreach
    • Increased activity leading up to sponsorship deadlines

    SUPPORT & STRUCTURE
    • Uses National-approved scripts and outreach templates
    • Works closely with the Sponsorship Director
    • Not responsible for closing sponsorships

    IDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
    • Is comfortable initiating conversations
    • Enjoys outreach and relationship-building
    • Is organized and consistent

    If this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.

  • ROLE TYPE
    Sponsorship Support Role — 12-Month Assignment

    ROLE PURPOSE
    Builds and maintains ongoing relationships with sponsors after initial contact has been made, ensuring clear communication and positive engagement.

    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
    • Serves as primary point of contact for assigned sponsors
    • Provides sponsor education and next steps
    • Coordinates follow-ups and deliverables
    • Supports sponsor retention and satisfaction
    • Communicates sponsor needs to leadership team

    TIME COMMITMENT
    • 12-month commitment
    • Steady monthly communication
    • Increased involvement closer to event date

    SUPPORT & STRUCTURE
    • Works closely with Sponsorship Director
    • Supported by templates, timelines, and systems
    • Not responsible for financial processing

    IDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
    • Enjoys nurturing relationships
    • Communicates clearly and professionally
    • Is dependable and detail-oriented

    If this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.

  • ROLE TYPE
    Sponsorship Support Role — 12-Month Assignment

    ROLE PURPOSE
    Prepares professional sponsor packets using National-approved templates and Love Surrounds You® brand standards.

    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
    • Customizes sponsor packets as needed
    • Ensures brand consistency and accuracy
    • Updates sponsor materials when directed
    • Works with Sponsorship Director on revisions

    TIME COMMITMENT
    • 12-month commitment
    • As-needed design support
    • Light workload overall

    SUPPORT & STRUCTURE
    • Uses provided templates and brand guidelines
    • Works closely with Sponsorship Director
    • No original content creation required

    IDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
    • Has basic design or layout skills
    • Enjoys polishing professional materials
    • Pays attention to detail

    If this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.

  • ROLE TYPE
    Sponsorship Support Role — 12-Month Assignment

    ROLE PURPOSE
    Serves as the on-site point of contact for sponsors, ensuring they feel welcomed, supported, and properly placed during the event.

    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
    • Greets sponsors upon arrival
    • Ensures sponsor placement aligns with agreements
    • Answers sponsor questions on event day
    • Communicates needs or issues to leadership
    • Helps create a positive sponsor experience

    TIME COMMITMENT
    • 12-month commitment
    • Minimal planning beforehand
    • Active presence required on event day

    SUPPORT & STRUCTURE
    • Works with Sponsorship Director and Operations team
    • Supported by event staff and volunteers

    IDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
    • Is friendly and professional
    • Enjoys hospitality and coordination
    • Can problem-solve calmly

    If this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.

  • ROLE TYPE
    Sponsorship Support Role — 10–12 Month Assignment

    ROLE PURPOSE
    Ensures sponsors have a smooth, professional booth experience from onboarding through event day, helping sponsors feel valued, supported, and set up for success.

    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
    • Serves as the primary booth point-of-contact for sponsors who have booth space
    • Coordinates booth needs, expectations, and deadlines (setup timing, footprint, basic requirements)
    • Helps ensure a balanced and organized sponsor booth area (flow, spacing, visibility)
    • Works with Vendor Operations & Check-In and Spot Mapping teams to support accurate placement
    • Communicates sponsor booth instructions clearly and professionally
    • Supports event-day sponsor booth setup readiness and problem-solving
    • Provides post-event notes to improve sponsor booth experience for next year

    TIME COMMITMENT
    • 10–12 month commitment
    • Average 2–4 hours per month (light ongoing communication and coordination)
    • Increased involvement during the final 2–3 months before the event
    • Event-day presence strongly preferred (especially during setup and early rally hours)

    SUPPORT & STRUCTURE
    • Reports to Sponsorship Director
    • Works closely with Sponsor Relationship Coordinator and Sponsor Event-Day Liaison
    • Coordinates with Vendor Director / Vendor Operations teams for logistics and placement
    • Uses approved sponsor guidelines, templates, and communications

    IDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
    • Is organized, dependable, and professional in communication
    • Enjoys helping partners feel supported and appreciated
    • Can coordinate details without getting overwhelmed
    • Understands that sponsor experience = future sponsorship growth

    If this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.

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