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Community Sponsorships Policy and Procedures

Sponsorships are college-based financial support of community non-profit organizations or events that:

  • Align with the mission and vision of Gadsden State
  • Are relevant to our student demographic
  • Enhance the quality of life and meaningful partnerships in the community
  • Raise the profile of the College within the community

Gadsden State may sponsor these types of initiatives as the budget allows:

  • Public health and wellness
  • Education promotion
  • Economic and/or workforce development
  • Youth development

Requirements for sponsorships include:

  • The organization must be a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
  • The organization must fill out an application requesting a sponsorship.
  • The organization must be within Gadsden State’s service area.
  • The organization must not have received a sponsorship from Gadsden State within the last 12 months.
  • The organization must provide opportunities for Gadsden State to showcase programs and services (marketing/publicity) in exchange for the sponsorship.

For questions about Gadsden State's community sponsorship policy and procedures, contact Executive Vice President Dr. Tera Simmons at tsimmons@gadsdenstate.edu or 256-549-8230.