SUPPORT
The Winchester Royals are able to operate and compete only with the support of our community. Your support via sponsoring, volunteering, or hosting a player for the season plays a direct part in our success. If you or your business are interested in supporting YOUR Winchester Royals, we have several ways you can help.
Sponsorship:
As a 501c3 Non-Profit organization the Winchester Royals rely on the support of our community to cover most of our operating costs through sponsorships from individuals, organizations, and businesses. Please click the sponsorships button for more details, the Sponsor Form to become a sponsor, or send your inquiries to sponsorship@winchesterroyals.org for more information on our wide range of sponsorship opportunities.
Hosting A Player:
One of the most integral parts of the Royals organization is our host family network. Every year amazing young men come from across the country and sometimes the world to join us for 10 weeks each summer (late May through the end of July). Our host families provide them a family environment and safe place to stay as they spend their summer continuing to play the game they love, baseball. The relationships between players and host families in our community have an impact that lasts a lifetime. If you have the room and resources to host a player for our upcoming season, please click here to fill out the Host Family Form and a Housing Committee Member will reach out. Want to learn more about hosting, check out the Host Family FAQ.
Volunteering:
Our Winchester Royals volunteers have helped with so many aspects, great and small over the years. From game day operations, off-site activities, and off-season events, their support is invaluable, without it, we would not be successful. More hands make less work, if you have a passion for baseball, community and the Royals please email us at info@winchesterroyals.org and someone from our Operations Committee will be in touch.
Board Of Directors:
As the backbone of the Winchester Royals the Board of Directors serve to uphold the values and goals of the organization. With 2 year terms this is one of the ultimate volunteer positions and certainly a labor of love. If you are looking to serve the Royals and in turn the community please email us at info@winchesterroyals.org for more information and someone from our Nomination Committee will be in touch.
Host Family FAQ
What is the host family expected to provide the player?
Host families are asked to provide the player with a private room, access to a bathroom, laundry room and some shelf space in a pantry and fridge. Although meals are not required, most players appreciate being asked to join in during mealtimes. The most important thing is a family to cheer them on as they play the game they love.
Will players have their own transportation?
Most players have their own cars. Players that do not have their own transportation, will be placed with host families closer to teammates who do have cars, so they can carpool. We do not expect host families to provide transportation or a vehicle.
We would love to host a player but have a summer vacation planned for June. How is this handled?
We prefer not to have to move players once they are settled in for the summer but understand that families may have summer plans. If you are uncomfortable leaving the player in your home alone, we will do our best to find accommodations for your player during that time.
What happens should there be a problem with player placement?
Royals players arrive to Winchester and appreciate the hospitality show to them by their host families. If there are minor problems that arise, we ask that you contact the host family coordinator(s) first to find a resolution. If the problem is a major one, the player will be removed immediately.
My son/daughter plays ball, it would be great if our player can help with their skills, is this possible?
Each host family setting is unique, your host player and children may form a relationship where such help is possible. But we ask that you please keep in mind that the players are extremely busy, whether it be practice, games or some may seek employment. Free time may be limited, and we ask for your understanding.
SPONSORSHIP BREAKDOWN & INFORMATION:
Jersey Sponsor…………………. $3,500
- League approved 4” x 4” patch on player practice jerseys
- Official Royals Team signed jersey
- Official VBL Royals Team Signed baseball
- Official Royals team baseball cap
- PA mention every HOME game
Call to the Bullpen…………….. $2,500
- PA mention every call to the bullpen for Royals and visiting pitching
Title Game Day Sponsor
Weekday game sponsor…………………$1,200
2 Weekday game sponsor………………$2,000
Weekend game sponsor…………………$2,000
Weekend double header sponsor……$3,000- Sold
Opening day game sponsor ……………$2,500- Sold
July 3rd game sponsor ………………….$3,500
- FREE admission to the public
- Logo on the Royals Website
- PA mention throughout the game
- First Pitch
- Choice of National Anthem singer
- Space to setup a table to promote your business
- Social media marketing during game by the Royals
Outer Fence Banner
Outer Fence Sign 3’ x 3’…………… $350
Outer Fence Sign 6’ x 3’…………… $650
Outer Fence Sign 6’ x 6’…………. $1,200
- PA mention during every home game
Price includes printing of the sign. Please include high resolution Jpeg of your logo/business information
Game Program Ads
Program ad – back page……….. $ 500
Program banner ad inside…….. $ 150
- Minimum of 250 color programs printed for each of the 21 regular season home games
Foul ball sponsor……………… $250 Deposit
- $5 per every returned foul ball during home game play.
- Invoiced at the end of the season.
- PA mention during every home game
Royals Website Advertising…… $ 300
- Business Logo on Website for one year (January – December, calendar year)
Monetary / Coupon / Item donation
- Sponsors can donate coupons or items to be given away during mid innings of home games.
- Monetary donations to be used to support team and coaching staff needs throughout the season.
It is our goal to create a successful season by bringing the best talent in college baseball from around the world, and your help is greatly appreciated. Your support enables us to better support our team management, players, staff, and all aspects of the Winchester Royals organization. Thus, creating a game day experience that everyone can enjoy.
We accept credit cards and checks made payable to the Winchester Royals.
The Winchester Royals are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Donations are tax deductible.