Sponsorship lets your organization be part of the programs and events that improve lives across Raleigh. With 10,000+ acres of park land and over 250,000 annual participants, your support helps strengthen community connections, promote wellness, and sustain our environment while growing your brand’s visibility.
This program recruits local teens from a broad spectrum of communities for summer-long employment. Over the course of 8 weeks, teens work on a variety of projects that provide valuable hands-on experience related to parks, trails, and natural resources management; tackling issues like habitat restoration and invasive species management. Conservation Corps members are provided with professional development opportunities, and exposure to a diverse group of professionals who share their expertise and career pathways and opportunities.
• Sponsor logo on program materials
• A networking opportunity with 12 participants and 2 crew leaders
• Two social media posts about the sponsorship
This five-day summer experience transforms teens into entrepreneurs and leaders through structured experiences. The program includes tours of 5 local businesses, presentation training and practice sessions, and entrepreneurship instruction. The finale includes a “Shark Tank” style pitch.
Gold Sponsorships Include:
• Sponsor logo on program materials
• A networking opportunity with 10-15 participants
• Two social media posts about the sponsorship
Every summer, Raleigh Parks hosts 8 to 10 interns from colleges and universities across North Carolina. The interns rotate to several divisions where they work closely with professionals in a program area. Interns work 70-80 hours in each two-week rotation. The interns help with ongoing projects, and they also produce complex work products that are beneficial to the department.
Gold Sponsorships Include:
• Sponsor logo on recruiting materials
• A networking opportunity with two participants
• Two social media posts about the sponsorship
The council serves as an opportunity for 40-50 teenagers to participate in civic engagement, leadership opportunities, community service, and recreational outings. The group meets twice per month, participates in the Youth Legislative Assembly, and connects with other youth councils across the state four times per year.
Gold Sponsorships Include:
• Sponsor’s logo on signage for one local conference
• A networking opportunity with participants at two monthly meetings
• Two social media posts about the sponsorship
Your donation can support one or more of the following areas:
• Raleigh Youth Conservation Corps
• Prime Ventures
• Department Internship Program
• Raleigh Youth Council
A Signature Sponsorship supports all four areas for $50,000/year. This includes:
• Category exclusivity (only one Signature Sponsor)
• Sponsor logo on materials and website
• Networking opportunities with participants
• Four social media posts about the sponsorship
• Presentation event with the Raleigh Parks Director and other leaders
A Gold Sponsorship can support an area (or more) for $10,000/year/area. Please refer to Leadership Pathways Areas, located on the preceding pages, to see what each includes.
If you are interested in becoming a Signature or Gold Sponsor, please contact:
“The Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) experience was a sign that I could shamelessly enjoy working hard, celebrate myself, and do good in the world at the same time. I remember coming home energized instead of exhausted! I think back on my time with the program fondly.”
Maya, Former YCC Participant
