BEcome OUR PARTNERS

Pioneer President Brendan Crane with Washington Nationals Senior Vice President and General Counsel Betsy Philpott posing for a photo during Pioneer Day. Partnering with the Nats and having the Nats provide sponsorship to Pioneer is a tremendous gift to improving player environment
Pioneer President Brendan Crane with Washington Nationals Senior Vice President and General Counsel Betsy Philpott

As with all other sports leagues, Pioneer Baseball requires its players to pay a participation fee. However, to keep this obligation as low as possible, we are now accepting sponsors at different prices.

What businesses have had success partnering with Pioneer?
Food and drink establishments, particularly those near the fields we use, have received great exposure and ROI. Teams are always encouraged to support our sponsors by spending their money there first. After playing in the Northern Virginia heat for a few hours, almost everyone wants to relax nearby. Sporting goods stores that sell baseball-related items have also been successful.

Contractors looking for exposure can consider sponsoring our jerseys. Over 500 players will wear your brand on their uniforms, showing it off to the hundreds of fans who attend our games, which can help your business grow through word of mouth. Anything that appeals to athletes and their parents who are responsible for lugging around chairs, coolers, equipment, and a van full of kids all weekend can also work well.

Chiropractors, massage therapists, doctors, dentists, and prime suppliers have all been successful partners as well.

 

If you or your company is interested in sponsoring our league, you will be given exposure to approximately 500 players, their friends, and families. As a sponsor, you can expect the following perks:
• Your logo will be prominently displayed on the league website (pblva.org).
• You will be highlighted in all league email communications sent to league officials, managers, coaches, and players.
• Your logo will be featured in Pioneer Press.
• Special benefits will be provided in each sponsorship opportunity listed below.

Please note that sponsorships are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, and each sponsorship opportunity is limited to one.

LEAGUE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Player Jersey Sponsor: Yearlong - $3,000

Sponsors receive a business name or one-color logo on the back of the jerseys provided for the  Spring 2024 & Fall 2024 seasons. The Washington Nationals supply the jerseys, and sponsors are subject to approval. 

Coach Jersey Sponsor: Yearlong - $1,000

Sponsors receive a business name or one-color logo on the back of the shirts that are provided  to coaches for the Spring 2024 & Fall 2024 seasons. Pioneer Baseball provides these shirts to coaches.

Field Banners: $750 (Qty. 18)

  • Sponsor to provide one printed 3×5 all-weather banner at Clermont field.
  • The banner is up for two seasons: Spring 2024 and Fall 2024.
  • Sponsors have the option to renew in November each year.

Equipment Sponsor: $500

Bats, catching equipment, helmets, repairs, etc., all add up for a team. As the Equipment  Sponsor, you can help offset those costs.

Field Sponsor: $500

Pioneer is responsible for the cost of renting fields, maintaining them each year, and preparing the fields for each game (chalk lines, pitching mounds, and more). As the Field Sponsor, you could help offset that cost.

Game Ball Sponsor

With 8-10 games a season, for T-ball, Coach Pitch, Rookies, Minors, and Majors divisions, we  obviously go through a lot of game balls. Your Game Ball sponsorship can help offset the cost of  providing these items.

Social Media Sponsor: $500

Logo included on social media posts highlighting Pioneer Teams and Players of the Week  throughout the season.

League Concessions Sponsor: $500

  • Signs at Concessions with the company logo; company brochures can be left at concessions.
  • Announcements during First Pitch Ceremony and Pioneer Day will recognize concession sponsors.  

In-Kind Sponsor

If you don’t want to cut a check, but would like to support the league with something we use, we can probably work something out. We go through many baseballs and bats, but other things are also needed.

Pioneer Baseball is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all-volunteer organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.

EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Adult Softball Game Sponsor: $250

  • Sponsor logo will be included on social media posts advertising the Adult Softball Game.
  • Adult softball game is open to all parents, coaches, and community supporters of Pioneer  Baseball.

Fall Player Clinic Sponsor (Ages 4-8): $250 (Qty. 2)

  • Sponsor logo will be included on flyers and social media posts advertising the clinic.
  • Clinics are open to all kids ages 4-8 and offer an introduction to playing baseball.
  • Each clinic will range from 30-50 kids.

Spring Player Clinic Sponsor (Ages 4-8): $250 (Qty. 2)

  • Sponsor logo will be included on flyers and social media posts advertising the clinic.
  • Clinics are open to all kids ages 4-8 and offer an introduction to playing baseball.
  • Each clinic will range from 30-50 kids.

Pioneer Day Sponsor: $250 (Qty. 10)

  • Each year we close out our Spring season with Pioneer Day, with a parade of teams and the  championship game and awards ceremony for the Rookies, Minors, and Majors divisions.
  • The event also features local businesses, concessions, a home run derby, a fast pitch game,  kickball, face painting, and bounce houses. 
  • Each event sponsor can set up a table and hand out flyers or swag at Pioneer Day, held at  Clermont Field.
  • Parade of Teams signs will feature all Pioneer Day Sponsor logos.

Pioneer Day Concessions Sponsor: $500

  • Sponsor logo will be included on social media posts advertising Pioneer Day.
  • Signs at Pioneer Day Concessions with the company logo; company brochures can be left at concessions.
  • Announcements during Pioneer Day will recognize the concession sponsor.  

First Pitch Ceremony Sponsor: $1,000

  • Sponsor logo will be included on social media posts advertising the First Pitch Ceremony.
  • Announcements during First Pitch Ceremony will recognize your company as the sponsor.
  • Parade of Teams signs will feature your logo.
  • Your contribution will help off-set cost of hosting the event.

BECOME A PARTNER

Contact us to learn more about becoming a partner.

Brendan Crane
president@pblva.org

Jodi VanWoerkom
outreach@pblva.org

To get started with our partnership, please download the Pioneer Baseball Sponsorship Form.

Make An Impact

Large donations will help us install lighting at Clermont Park, improve field conditions, repair fencing, replace worn down equipment from normal wear and tear, improve storage facilities, and possibly installing restrooms at Clermont Park. These types of enhancements make a lasting impact on player environment and the future of Pioneer, and we are filled with gratitude to every single donation made to our organization.

Ready to make a difference?

Fill out this INTEREST FORM.

Pioneer Baseball League youth athlete kid player warms up during championship game

Team UP is a Washington Nationals program supporting youth baseball and softball in the DMV. Pioneer Baseball League is a Team UP member league and receives financial and unique experiential benefits, including:

  • No-cost, high-quality uniform tops and caps for players, and caps for team coaches, for all seasons.
  • Team UP Game at Nationals Park – free tickets to all kids and coaches in a member league
  • Nationals in-person and virtual player visits with kids in a member league
  • Clinics at Nationals Park for kids in a member league 

Pioneer Baseball League is a proud and grateful member of Team UP.  Register to receive emails directly from the Nationals about Team UP opportunities at www.nationals.com/teamupstayintouch