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.
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ROLE TYPE
Sponsorship Support Role — 12-Month AssignmentROLE 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 toolsTIME COMMITMENT
• 12-month commitment
• Light, flexible monthly outreach
• Increased activity leading up to sponsorship deadlinesSUPPORT & STRUCTURE
• Uses National-approved scripts and outreach templates
• Works closely with the Sponsorship Director
• Not responsible for closing sponsorshipsIDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
• Is comfortable initiating conversations
• Enjoys outreach and relationship-building
• Is organized and consistentIf this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.
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ROLE TYPE
Sponsorship Support Role — 12-Month AssignmentROLE 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 teamTIME COMMITMENT
• 12-month commitment
• Steady monthly communication
• Increased involvement closer to event dateSUPPORT & STRUCTURE
• Works closely with Sponsorship Director
• Supported by templates, timelines, and systems
• Not responsible for financial processingIDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
• Enjoys nurturing relationships
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Is dependable and detail-orientedIf this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.
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ROLE TYPE
Sponsorship Support Role — 12-Month AssignmentROLE 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 revisionsTIME COMMITMENT
• 12-month commitment
• As-needed design support
• Light workload overallSUPPORT & STRUCTURE
• Uses provided templates and brand guidelines
• Works closely with Sponsorship Director
• No original content creation requiredIDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
• Has basic design or layout skills
• Enjoys polishing professional materials
• Pays attention to detailIf this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.
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ROLE TYPE
Sponsorship Support Role — 12-Month AssignmentROLE 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 experienceTIME COMMITMENT
• 12-month commitment
• Minimal planning beforehand
• Active presence required on event daySUPPORT & STRUCTURE
• Works with Sponsorship Director and Operations team
• Supported by event staff and volunteersIDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO
• Is friendly and professional
• Enjoys hospitality and coordination
• Can problem-solve calmlyIf this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.
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ROLE TYPE
Sponsorship Support Role — 10–12 Month AssignmentROLE 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 yearTIME 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 communicationsIDEAL 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 growthIf this role feels like a good fit, please apply using the form below.

