Sponsorship Opportunities: Ways to Give to Thomas College

Business & Organizational Support

Invest in Maine’s future workforce by partnering with Thomas College. Business and organizational support goes beyond traditional philanthropy; it directly strengthens our local economy by preparing job-ready graduates who are committed to living and working in our region.

Whether through strategic sponsorship or scholarship funding, aligning your organization with Thomas creates a sustainable pipeline of skilled professionals for your business. Join us in driving innovation and opportunity across the state.

Opportunities for Sponsorship

Boost Your Business While Supporting Thomas College

Success in NCAA Division III athletics requires more than just talent; it requires community support. By partnering with Thomas College as an Athletics Sponsor, your business helps fuel the Athletics Fund.

This fund is the lifeblood of the Athletics Department, providing unrestricted support where it is needed most—upgrading safety equipment, offsetting team travel costs, and enhancing the student-athlete experience across all our teams.

We invite you to join us as a committed partner in a three-year sponsorship. Together, we can build a winning community.

The Terrier Athletic Partner Opportunity
Commitment: $1,000 annually for 3 years (Total investment: $3,000)

Your Benefits:

High-Visibility Branding: Your company logo displayed on a professional field banner at the athletic complex of your choice for three full academic years.
Community Connection: Direct support of local student-athletes and the vitality of the Waterville region.
Recognition: Acknowledgment in the Thomas College Impact Report, highlighting your commitment to higher education.

3-Year Commitment Form

Champion the student experience through opportunities like sponsoring the Dirty Dog Mud Run, Thomas College’s most adventurous community tradition. Your support of events like this fuel student life initiatives, funding the clubs, recreation, and leadership programs that build a vibrant and engaging campus culture.

Contact the Office of Advancement to learn more about the various opportunities to show your support of Thomas College’s Student Life.

Homecoming & Family Weekend

Ignite your Terrier pride and strengthen your connection to the College during our signature annual tradition—Homecoming & Family Weekend. This event is the heartbeat of our community, offering alumni, families, and friends a meaningful opportunity to return to campus, celebrate shared memories, and witness the vibrant growth of Thomas College.

All support from this event goes directly to the Thomas Fund, the annual fund that sustains and supports the yearly events and operations of the College.

Contact the Office of Advancement to learn about ways to share your time, talent, and treasure to support Homecoming & Family Weekend.

Bricks

Woven throughout the beautiful campus of Thomas College, personalized bricks provide a physical connection between an individual or group and a physical location on campus. These bricks are a permanent testimony to the generosity and legacy of those who have given their time, talents, heart, and monetary support to Thomas College. The funds from the purchase of bricks go directly into our Capital funds to support all current and future Capital projects. Contact the Office of Advancement to inquire about purchasing a brick.

Please Note: The cost of the brick and installation will be deducted from the tax-deductible amount of your contribution in accordance with IRS guidelines.

Your contribution to the general scholarship fund or to specific scholarships provides immediate, essential financial relief to students facing the greatest economic barriers. By bridging the gap between tuition and affordability, you ensure that hard-working students can access a Thomas education and focus on their future careers in Maine, regardless of their financial background. Learn more about existing scholarships at Thomas College.

If you are interested in creating a scholarship at Thomas, contact the Office of Advancement to learn about your options. We will discuss the difference between expendable and endowed scholarships, explore timelines and requirements that align with your needs, and guide you through the documentation and naming processes.

Want to Explore More Opportunities?

Contact Advancement to schedule a conversation.

A Note on Compliance

Thomas College adheres to IRS guidelines for qualified sponsorship payments. Recognition may include:

The sponsor’s name, logo, and/or location.
Slogans/tag lines that are an established part of the sponsor’s identity (“G.E., We bring good things to life”).
Value-neutral descriptions, including displays or visual depictions, of the sponsor’s products or services.

Recognition may not include:

Qualitative or comparative language (“gorgeous,” “the best,” “#1”).
Price information or indicators of savings or value (“15% off”).

If you have questions about the wording of your ad, please contact the Office of Advancement.